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You probably like your dog. It stands to reason. You won't keep a pet that you didn?t like, unless you had some sort of self-esteem issue. What kind of life is that? Your dog always bossing you around. It's like that Marmaduke comic or those Beethoven movies. (Charles Grodin rules,) Anyways, if you do like your dog, you probably want to take the pup camping. It?s a good way to get your dog outside and away from the TV.
Here are some tips for a safe and eco-friendly camping experience with your dog:
- Don't take your dog camping in the wintertime. Not that many people camp in the winter, but if you do, don't bring your dog. The wildlife are having a tough time getting by with food so scarce. Your dog is apt to frighten the fragile creatures. If you must bring the dog on a wintertime camping trip, keep to the trails, campsites, bring a leash and stay out of the deep woods.
- Pick up the poo. Dispose of the dog doo in cat holes like the human waste or in accordance with park protocol.
- Brush your dog down, before leaving the campsite. You don't want the pooch carrying seeds and insects to places where those seeds and insects should not be.
- Make sure your best friend has its rabies shot and all other shots.
- If your dog is overactive and unruly, it might be wise to train him up before taking it camping.
- Otherwise, keep it leashed at all times. Your dog may be friendly but other campers may seem him as intrusive and other dogs may see him as a threat. The dog may also run into bears, wolves and mountain lions and get hurt.
- Make sure your dog has its tags.
- Find out the park's stance on dogs. They may have their own rules and regulations regarding four-legged visitors. Some places don't allow them.
- Don't overexert your dog.
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