Hele Outdoors is dedicated to making the most durable, long-lasting, and versatile car camping gear on the market.
That doesn’t mean it’s only for humans!
The Hele Box car camping platform is loved by dogs, cats, and animals alike.
If you are planning a car camping trip this summer that includes your furry friend(s), use this guide as a helpful checklist to review before you hit the road!
1. What are your pet’s needs?
Every pet is different - their size/breed/species - make sure you are take a minute to tailor some supplies to your pet.
- Food and Water: Always first on the list! Make sure to pack enough pet food and water for the entire trip, plus a little extra in case you run into unexpected delays or issues. A portable food and water bowl is a nice to have if you plan on taking hikes.
- Sleeping Area: What’s your sleeping set up look like? If it doesn’t incorporate an area for your pet, it needs to change! The Hele Box Duo is a sleeping platform/storage system that works great for people and pets. The Hele Box fits most SUVs/Trucks and elevates your sleeping platform so you can store gear underneath it. It’s a lightweight sleeping platform that sets up in 5 minutes to quickly transform your daily driver.
- Health & Safety: Is your pet up-to-date on vaccinations and flea/tick prevention? This is especially important if you’ll be in areas with wildlife or dense vegetation. Make sure your pet has identification - an ID tag with your contact information and consider a collar with a GPS tracker if your pet likes to wander.
2. Choose Pet-Friendly Campsites
If you are headed to a campground, make sure to check beforehand if there are particular pet policies/restrictions that need to be adhered to.
- Idea Campground Features: Lookout for campgrounds that have pet-friendly amenities like dog parks, pet waste stations, and areas where pets can safely roam. Avoid sites near busy roads or other hazards that could pose a risk to your pet.
3. Be Responsible
-Leash and Control: If you are around other campers make sure to be respectful and practice leash/control.
-Respect Wildlife: Your pet might be excited by the sights, smells, and sounds of nature, but it’s important to respect the local wildlife. Be sure to clean up after your pet by disposing of waste properly in designated areas or packing it out.
Keep this list on hand as a helpful refresher before you hit the road with your furry friend(s).
If you are looking for more human friendly car camping tips, check out the rest of the articles in our car camping guide!
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