Are You a Dog Parent? What's Inside Your Pocket?

The other day, I planned on washing my coat, and of course, the first thing you do when you wash your coat is to empty the pockets. 
The things I found in there made me laugh, and I thought it would be a fun idea for an article.

My pockets have officially gone to the dogs.

Here's what I found in my pockets:
  • Poop bags
  • More poop bags
  • Dog training treats
  • LED lights for their collars at night
  • Lip Balm (For those super cold days)
  • Rock collection (This one actually belongs to my youngest daughter)
  • FUR
  • Clicker, which I haven't used in ages
This got me thinking... when we leave the house with our dogs, what are some essentials we should always bring with us? I think the answer to that would depend on how long you were going out for. 

Out for a walk in the summer?

Here's what I have on my list:
  • Poop bags
  • Water
  • Portable water dispenser 
  • Treats

Our for a weekend trip ( or longer)?

Here's what I have on my list:
  • Poop bags
  • Portable water dispenser 
  • Water... if you aren't able to get any while your out traveling.
  • First aid kit. You never know what could happen while you're out for a duration of time with your dog, and its best to be prepared. 
  • Emergency number for a vet clinic 
  • Bed/blanket for your dog
  • Food
  • Treats 
Whether you are out for a walk, the weekend or a full on trip, it is so important to be prepared for your dog's sake. And let me tell you... there is nothing worse than going for a walk and realizing you forgot poop bags!! Fill your pockets, be a dog parent! 
I would love to hear from you!
What sort of things do you have in your dog parent pockets? 

Jenna Drady

Hi, I'm Jenna Drady AKA HuskyCrazed - author and creator of ownedbyahusky.ca. I am a mother of two beautiful daughters and of course my 3 huskies. Being a husky mom for a long duration of my life, I was inspired to begin writing about them. In doing so, I started doing massive research on dog behavior, and all things dog in general. I am inspired every day by my family, and love to bring my readers valuable information as well as a little laugh while I'm at it. I created my own business partnered with my lovely mother while blogging called Pawz N Clawz Jewelry N Things. 
We currently sell handmade jewelry with added pet charms, as well as a few dog toys too! As an animal rights activist, and huge believer in helping pets who have been stuck in shelters, we donate a portion of our sales to local shelters throughout Canada.

Jenna Drady