Video: Expert Tips for Camping With Your Dog

Thinking of going on a camping trip with your dog? We bet you know to administer flea and tick protection ahead of time and to take basics like food, water and a dog bed. Maybe you even know to take note of the nearest veterinary clinic’s phone number and address in case of an emergency. But Dr. Sarah Wooten shares packing and safety tips you may not have thought of — like taking an all-weather tarp to lay beneath your dog’s bed to protect against hypothermia and temporary ID tags that identify where in the campsite you’ll be if your dog gets lost.

Check out her new video for these tips and more suggestions for packing and preparing for your canine-inclusive camping trip.

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