Max the Collie Dog

I know when people go out with babies and klittle kids they take all sorts of parafinaylia (spelling not inc.) with them on their trip. I never knew how much stuff you would take for your dog.

Doggie Essentials -
Nappy Sacks / Poo bags - for the obvious
Water Bottle with optional bowl
Lead - light weight, easy to carry
Mobile - to call for help when you get lost, stuck on the salt marsh or the dog goes wandering off... seriously useful & essential
Treats (Optional but very handy)
A Ball, lots of dogs prefer tennis balls - be warned you willl need a supply as dogs loose balls :)!
Digital Camera - for those moments when the cannine is being a cutie, it does happen promise!
Map - for those weekend walks and finding somewhere to park / where you are going
(not that men use these things or so they say...)
A bag to put it all in :) I use a little pull string ruck sack, but be warned water and mobiles do not mix... from experience.

Things for humans -
Walking Shoes / Trainers - twisted ankle / wet feet can be painfull / annoying
Lightweigh Jacket - for the wetter days of summer
Sunglasses - look cool and no squinting
Water - use the dog's water unless you are a bit squemish
Mobile - (as above)
Cash - enough for a lolly or a pint or 2 in a friendly pub, plus parking if req'd

Comparing the list, we carry a lot of stuff for our pampered pouches on days out. Do kids need more or less stuff in quantity?

Vx

Labels: Days out, Doggie, Essentials, nappy sacks, poo bags, walkies, Walks