Kit and Kaboodle Gear reviews: Dog Accessories
Christmas has come early for your canine caravanning companions. Caravan magazine's team reviews top dog accessories for caravanners.
Bottom Sniffer Doggy Beer
Who doesn't love a nice cold beer when they are away in the van? Well, there's no need for Buster to miss out – he's now got his own brew! The name is certainly kooky but it's so-called because it makes a dog's derrière smell better when they are 'meeting and greeting'. Packed full of herbs, it's a great tonic for them, too.
Price £2.99
Beco Travel Bowl
We're not suggesting that a dog bowl will affect your noseweight too much, but it's worth packing one of these nifty collapsible silicone bowls because it is not only a great space-saving product but it's also great to chuck in your bag before a day out exploring. There are three sizes and three colours to choose from – pink, blue and green.
Price from £5.09
Ruffwear Front Range Harness
These harnesses are designed for dogs with a sense of adventure (which basically means strong willed). Any owner with an intrepid hound will know how important it is to keep them under control – especially on the campsite. The harness is padded for comfort, has reflective trim, two points to attach the lead and a pocket containing an ID tag should he wander off.
Price around £30
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Barbour Tartan Dog Coat
This stylish Barbour jacket with its signature tartan will give your dog a touch of country charm. He or she might only be chasing the poodle on the pitch next door, but in their head, they're following the scent of a rabbit, hare or deer. It goes without saying that this is a great choice for sartorially savvy posh pooches, but it's functional, too, keeping dogs warm and dry.
Price £39.95
Ruff And Tumble Drying Coat
Ah! A wet weekend again! No problem. Caravanning is an all-season pursuit as you know, and a little rain doesn't stop the fun. Wet dogs shaking water all over the van, however, are not so much fun. We love this double-thickness drying coat with Velcro fastenings. It comes in various colours and sizes – so there will be one to suit every dog.
Price from £26
Nerf Tennis Ball Blaster
Just like you, dogs love a change of scene – new sights, new smells and new sounds. But some things never change and a game of fetch never goes out of style. A spin-off of the popular Nerf toy brand is this ball launcher which can fire a tennis ball around 50ft in the air, so it's ideal if constant throwing tires you out. Plus, it might encourage the kids to walk the dog... maybe.
Price £19.99
Burton & Ball Dog Tin
When you've spent such a lot of time picking out lovely bits and pieces for your van, it seems a shame to ruin it by leaving the dog food out to clutter up the work- surfaces. This cute little tin is lovely and bright and will keep treats all in one place. Just remember to remind everyone else it is not the biscuit tin!
Price £15
Animology Stink Bomb
The last thing you want while you're away is to share your living space with a pongy dog if it's been rolling in puddles or something more unsavoury. This product can be kept in the van and used when it's just impossible to give dogs a good wash – just spray it onto their coat and you'll have a more fragrant hound in minutes.
Price £3.99
All prices are RRPs. You may find significantly lower prices online or elsewhere
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