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With dog-friendly travel guides, pet concierge services, five-star doggy hotels, dedicated style blogs and even their own festival, life has never been sweeter for a modern dog.
From wellbeing buys such as protective sun wipes, to gourmet iced treats and travel must-haves including a stylish canine carryall and a guide to holidaying with your dog, Alex Frith of modern dog lifestyle blog Barkarama rounds up twelve summer items for your dog at home and away.
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Show all 12 1 /1212 best dog accessories for summer 12 best dog accessories for summer Billy + Margot Iced Treats for Dogs Particularly refreshing after a warm walk, these nutritious treats you keep in the freezer are free from dairy and nasties such as artificial colourants and sweeteners, and come packed with pure fruit, coconut oil and flaxseed oil. Take your pick from three flavours: strawberry and apple, honey and banana, and apple, banana and carrot.
£2.99, ocado.com
12 best dog accessories for summer Petkin Sunscreen Wipes Dogs can suffer in the sun too too. Those with white skin, especially on their ears, are prone to burning – and they can get skin cancer. These doggy-friendly wipes compare to the protection given by SPF 15-rated sunscreens for people. They are non-greasy, non-sticky and offer quick, minimum fuss sun protection for your dog. Also available in a stick and a spray format.
£6.17, amazon.co.uk
12 best dog accessories for summer Phileas Dogg’s Guide to Dog Friendly Holidays in Britain Written by dogs, for dogs - including Barkarama’s very own pup Basil – this book is an indispensable guide to dog-friendly holidays in the UK, highlighting the best canine-compatible days out, beaches, hotels, pubs, campsites, cottages and even windmills. Featuring over 300 destinations, each review gives the dogs-eye view of important aspects of a holiday such as best walks, prime locations for tasty sausages and handy locations for an after-dark tinkle. Don’t plan your next adventure without it.
£9.01, play.com
12 best dog accessories for summer Daisy Print Dog Neckerchief If your dog is a bit of a character, they'll suit this neckerchief by East London designer Edwyn UK. Made from cotton and linen, there are five styles to choose from. It simply threads through your dog’s collar and they're good to go. If it gets a bit grubby, you can put it in the washing machine.
From £10, notonthehighstreet.com
12 best dog accessories for summer Rosewood Hi Travel First Aid Kit Fail to prepare, prepare to fail is our motto when it comes to travelling with your dog, so get equipped with this handy travel first aid kit for dogs. Packed with essentials to aid and comfort your dog should they become injured on the go, the kit includes items such as a saline pods, dressing pads, a foil blanket, tweezers and cleansing wipes. Invest and store in the car boot in case of emergency at home or away.
£11.87, monsterpetsupplies.co.uk
12 best dog accessories for summer Float My Boat Buoy Dog Toy For the dog that loves to splash around, this will send them into a tailspin. Made of durable, non-toxic rubber with a sturdy rope handle, the toy is designed to float in the water. Simply throw and watch him doggy-paddle towards his prize. Available in three colour ways.
£12, freepeople.co.uk
12 best dog accessories for summer Long Paws Pet Water Bottle Dogs are unable to cool down as effectively as humans so can suffer from heat stroke and dehydration quickly. For essential hydration on the go, we love the clever design of this bottle; water is released as your dog licks the stainless steel ball topper. The bottle also features a leak-resistant cap and a handy clip so you can keep it safe.
£12.20, amazon.co.uk
12 best dog accessories for summer ThrowBall Frisbee Water Bowl As the product name goes, the ThrowBall Frisbee Water Bowl is a soft-bowl for essential H2O and a flying disc for fun in one. Genius! Whether it’s for walks or travel, this dual-function product soars like an Eagle and is splash proof when in use, and packs away easily and compactly when it’s time to go. What more could you want from a pet product?
£15.99, petspyjamas.com
12 best dog accessories for summer Hurtta Motivation Cooling Vest When the sun is blazing, this sporty number offers cooling relief for your dog. Soak the vest in cool water, slip on your dog and leave it to cool their heart and lungs, which in turn cools the blood temperature around their body. A great buy for the active dog, and those of the squishy-face variety, who suffer in the heat. Available in sizes XXS to XXL.
From £24.99, activehound.co.uk
12 best dog accessories for summer Striped Pet Tipi We’re barking for this hip hound hideaway, which gives your dog a cosy and place to sleep at home, outdoors or on their travels. Just one of Pup Tart Handmade’s unique styles, this one is easy to assemble, comes complete with a handmade pom pom garland and can be monogrammed on request. Add their bed or their favourite blanket and their own little doggy den is complete.
£54, notonthehighstreet.com
12 best dog accessories for summer Maxi Dog Travel Bag Designed to house your dog’s ‘everything’, this is the canine equivalent to a baby or overnight bag. With a roomy central compartment and six external pockets, the Maxi is great for keeping items separate, organised and to hand so you’ll never to rummage for their favourite toy or poop bags again. Available in three neutral designs, we keep ours hanging in the hallway so we’re always ready for action.
£85, poppyandrufus.co.uk
12 best dog accessories for summer Cloud 7 Travel Bed With its chic and simple design, this offers dogs stylish, comfortable sleep on the go. Made with a hemp and recycled yarn outer, perfectly padded and with a cute stitched motive, lay out the bed wherever your travels finds you and let your dog enjoy his nap. When not in use, it folds neatly into an easy to carry bag.
From £89, amara.com
Verdict
When it comes to planning your next canine adventure, Phileas Dogg’s Guide to Dog Friendly Holidays in Britain is an endless source of inspiration for days out and mini-breaks with your mutt. For streamline packing and minimal stress, we’d go for Poppy & Rufus’ Maxi Dog Travel Bag every time. Plus once unpacked it folds away neatly should you and your canine companion find yourself in close quarters. But if you’re an owner who likes a deal, then for two products in one for less than £20, the ThrowBall Frisbee Water Bowl gets our paws up.
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1. Billy + Margot Iced Treats for Dogs, £2.99
2. Petkin Sunscreen Wipes, £6.17
3. Phileas Dogg’s Guide to Dog Friendly Holidays in Britain, £9.01
4. Daisy Print Dog Neckerchief, from £10
5. Rosewood Hi Travel First Aid Kit, £11.87
6. Float My Boat Buoy Dog Toy, £12
7. Long Paws Pet Water Bottle, £12.20
8. ThrowBall Frisbee Water Bowl, £15.99
9. Hurtta Motivation Cooling Vest, from £24.99
10. Striped Pet Tipi, £54
11. Maxi Dog Travel Bag, £85
12. Cloud 7 Travel Bed, from £89
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