BarksBudsKeep a small bag packed by the door and you'll never be the person borrowing poop bags at the gate.
Every trip
- Leash (a regular leash is easier to handle at the gate than a retractable one)
- Collar or harness with an ID tag and license tag
- Poop bags, plus a few spares to share
- Water and a collapsible bowl
- Treats in a closed pocket, for training outside the fence
- A small towel for muddy paws and wet dogs
- Your phone, with your vet's number saved
- A photo of your dog's vaccination record
Nice to have
- A toy you don't mind losing
- A tick comb or lint roller for after grassy walks
- Hand wipes or sanitizer
- A basic pet first-aid kit in the car
Summer extras
- Extra water
- A cooling bandana or vest for warm days
- Booties for hot pavement
Winter extras
- Paw balm or booties
- A coat for small or short-coated dogs
- Wipes for salty paws
- A light-up collar for early sunsets
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