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Hiking & Trail Gear for Well-Behaved Dogs: Checklist

Hiking with dogs? This trail checklist covers the gear that keeps a well-behaved dog comfortable and safe on the trail: a hands-free leash so your hands stay free on climbs, a collapsible bowl for water breaks, paw wax for rough ground, a flea and tick collar, a GPS tracker, a pet first aid kit, paw wipes for the drive home, and high-value treats for rewarding check-ins. Practice your recall and leash manners on the trail and reward every check-in. Save this hiking gear list and tap through for our trail-tested picks.

The shopping list

OUR PICK Tuff Pupper Hands Free Adjustable Length Dog Leash (padded waist belt, 3-6 ft, reflective)

Tuff Pupper · $18.96 · ★4.5 (390 reviews)

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OUR PICK Seresto Large Dog Flea & Tick Prevention Collar, dogs over 18 lbs, 2-Pack

Seresto · $99.98 · ★4.5 (115,481 reviews)

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OUR PICK Earth Rated Dog Wipes for Paws & Butt, Deodorizing, Unscented, 400ct

Earth Rated · $34.99 · ★4.6 (71,416 reviews)

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OUR PICK Collapsible Dog Bowl for Travel (12oz), 6 Pack

$12.59 · ★4.8 (1,157 reviews)

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OUR PICK Dog First Aid Kit, Pet Travel Essentials, Emergency Supplies for Cats, Dogs

$27.99 · ★4.5 (31 reviews)

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OUR PICK GPS Tracker for Dogs, Smart Collar with Real-Time Locator with Holder

$22.99 · ★5.0 (26 reviews)

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OUR PICK Vital Essentials Freeze Dried Dog Treats, Beef Liver, 2.1 oz Bag

Vital Essentials · $5.99 · ★4.6 (9,168 reviews)

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OUR PICK Musher's Secret Pet Paw Protection Wax (200g)

Musher's Secret · $25.99 · ★4.7 (156 reviews)

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