Dog Travel Essentials Kit

Why We Picked These

Here's the thing about traveling with dogs. You don't need fifty different gadgets. You just need gear that won't fail miles from home. What sealed it for me on the Sleepypod Clickit Sport harness is the crash-testing data (I saw way too many cheap seatbelts fail during my five years as a vet tech in Portland). The honest downside is that it's stiff at first. It takes a few trips to break in. It's totally worth it for peace of mind. I use them for both Benny and Maple. Once we reach a hotel, I set up the MidWest exercise pen. It gives Benny's dysplastic hips a safe space away from weird hotel foot traffic. It's heavy to lug. I'd skip this if you're flying. For hydration, the Ruffwear Quencher bowl holds up beautifully. Maple usually destroys fabric bowls, but this one survives her teeth. I pair it with the Kurgo Gourd portable water bottle (its 24-ounce capacity easily lasts between gas stations). Finally, I always keep Nutri-Vet Pet-Ease soft chews in the glovebox. I've used them to calm anxious intakes during my volunteer shifts at Multnomah County Animal Shelter, and they work just as well for road anxiety without leaving dogs groggy. It's a rock-solid road trip setup. Generate a custom packing list for your next trip with our free [Travel Checklist](https://www.petsblueprint.com/tools/travel-checklist).