{"id":1956,"date":"2026-01-14T15:20:55","date_gmt":"2026-01-14T14:20:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/travel-gear\/"},"modified":"2026-03-22T19:53:05","modified_gmt":"2026-03-22T18:53:05","slug":"travel-gear","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/travel-gear\/","title":{"rendered":"Travel gear"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Traveling and taking longer trips with a dog eventually makes it clear that spontaneity has its limits \u2014 being responsible means preparing. Our packing list didn\u2019t appear overnight; it grew out of experience, real situations, and the little problems we no longer wanted to solve on the fly.<\/p>\n\n<p>Below is the gear we typically carry on longer trips. It isn\u2019t a one-size-fits-all guide \u2014 just a practical look at our kit.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/travel-gear\/#Walks_and_exercise\" >Walks and exercise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/travel-gear\/#Transport\" >Transport<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/travel-gear\/#Food_and_water\" >Food and water<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/travel-gear\/#Health_and_comfort\" >Health and comfort<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ibo.guide\/en\/travel-gear\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Walks_and_exercise\"><\/span>Walks and exercise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>This is the backbone of any outing \u2014 you won\u2019t make it past the parking lot without it.<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Classic collar<\/strong> \u2013 simple and reliable. We use it when we\u2019re 100% sure we\u2019re in a safe environment and the dog will mostly be on a leash.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Training collar (with vibration and electric pulse) + remote<\/strong> \u2013 a tool we almost always carry and use whenever the dog is off-leash (which, for us, is most of the time). It gives us much better control, even when the dog moves farther away. Not everyone will approve of this aid, but it has helped us prevent injuries, scuffles with other dogs, and more serious accidents. That said, its use is banned in some countries \u2014 we always check the rules before we go.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Leash<\/strong> \u2013 a classic city leash for short walks. Ours has several metal rings placed along its length and clips at both ends, which makes it very versatile. You can adjust the length, link it to another leash, or use it to walk two dogs at once.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Long hiking line<\/strong> \u2013 invaluable outdoors, where the dog needs more freedom but must stay under control. We use a light yet strong textile version \u2014 a webbing line about 15 meters long. It has served us well on high-mountain hikes where a sudden dash could mean a dangerous fall off the rocks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hiking harness<\/strong> \u2013 a substitute for a regular collar that offers better control, especially in rough terrain. Unlike a collar, it distributes weight across multiple straps. You can lift the dog by the harness with one hand without the risk of choking, and it\u2019s harder for the dog to slip out of it. We find it especially useful in dense forest and on exposed alpine sections.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Deterrent spray for stray or unfamiliar dogs<\/strong> \u2013 safety gear we\u2019d rather carry and never use than the other way around.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Light-up collar<\/strong> \u2013 improves visibility at dusk, at night, or in the woods. We use simple illuminated loops that clip easily around the neck. USB-rechargeable versions have worked well for us. Don\u2019t forget the right cable when traveling \u2014 the battery usually lasts only a few walks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dog coat<\/strong> \u2013 useful in bad weather, cold, or wind. We recommend packing it for any trip to colder countries or whenever you expect to sleep outdoors (tent, car, etc.).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Paw protection<\/strong> \u2013 a fairly new addition to our kit is protective booties. They\u2019re handy for short walks in freezing weather and for trips to areas with sharp or prickly ground (sharp rocks, dry grasses, etc.).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Transport\"><\/span>Transport<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>Safe transport matters not only for the dog but for everyone else in the vehicle.<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Dog car seat<\/strong> \u2013 protects the interior and gives the dog a stable, familiar space while driving. In the event of an accident, it may help reduce the risk of injury.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dog crate<\/strong> \u2013 we use it mainly on longer journeys by plane or ferry, if required by transport rules. To help the dog get used to it, we\u2019ve also used the crate in the car. We cover the role of the crate in more detail in a separate article on flying with a dog.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Food_and_water\"><\/span>Food and water<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>Plans may change, but a dog\u2019s basic needs stay the same.<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Travel bowls<\/strong> \u2013 compact, lightweight, and always on hand.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>(We\u2019ll keep adding items to this category.)<\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Health_and_comfort\"><\/span>Health and comfort<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>You won\u2019t use these every day, but at the right moment they can save you a lot of stress.<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Nail clippers<\/strong> \u2013 especially practical on longer trips when you can\u2019t take care of it elsewhere.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stripping knives \/ brushes<\/strong> \u2013 basic coat care away from home.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>Travel gear for a dog isn\u2019t about carrying everything. It\u2019s about having what lets you handle both the usual and the unexpected calmly and without unnecessary stress.<\/p>\n\n<p>We\u2019ll keep expanding and refining this list as we gather more experience on the road.<\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Traveling and taking longer trips with a dog eventually makes it clear that spontaneity has its limits \u2014 being responsible means preparing. 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