What to pack for a day's outing

So were off to the beach, or the park. When getting ready to go dont forget to pack a few items for us, your furry friends. Some toys would be nice, but they should be the rubber type which are easy to keep clean and wont carry any sand or nasty parasites home. Frisbees and balls are great for chasing, but please not the tennis ball it really isn't good for our gums. Lots of beaches have bits of wood or sticks for the picking, but if not, then take along something that can be thrown into the water for retrieving --- when its hot its not only our water cousins who like to go splashing in the water!

Choose to go to a place that will have trees close by for shade. In spite of mad dogs and Englishmen go out in the noonday sun I dont think Noel Coward really got it right as given the choice, we would rather rest under the shade of a leafy tree. Our noses are sensitive too, especially the lighter noses, so bring something to put on the nose to keep it from burning.

Bring a collapsible bowl to fill with water. Yes, we get dehydrated too and can have a nasty turn of events without water. If there is no running tap water available at the destination, bring some from home.

Last but not least, a few light treats will be just yummy and tide us over until we get home for dins. If on the way you should happen to be driving past a doggie wash a quick stop will ensure that we are clean, groomed and smelling nice as we come home.

Woof! Lets bark it up and have some summertime fun!

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