Top Dog Photo Contest invites you to upload a picture of your pet having active fun this summer. So show us your camping dogs, hiking dogs, surf dogs, kayaking dogs, dogs on boats, dogs RVing, dogs on planes, dogs on summer vacation, dogs in outdoor gear, dogs traveling or even laying in the sun soaking up some rays in their shades.
Top Ten and TOP Dog will be announced at the end of summer winning photos may appear on National TV with Pet Safety Lady. Visit the website Top Dog Photo Contest today.
It's simple to enter, just upload a photo of your pet doing something fun for a chance to win some awesome prizes from: Natura Pet Food from P&G, EVO Pet Food, Pet Buckle Brand, PetMate Pet Products, Bamboo Pet Products and Mountainsmith.
Prizes each week to win: Crates, Pet Carriers, Pet Food, Pet Travel Gear, Pet Travel Harness, Travel Bowls, Dog Toys, Pet Booster Seat, Pet Soft Crates, Poop Bags, Pet Back Pack, Pet First Aid Kits and more.
Pet Safety Lady founder of Bark Buckle UP LIVE on Fox & Friends with tips for camping, hiking even RVing with your dog and some great pet products to take along.
Its Summer Vacation time so get out doors with your pets take em along exercise get healthy and be safe this summer!
Camping, hiking active outdoor pet tips from Christina Selter "Pet Safety Lady" Top Five Tips from PSL: Check first to make sure your campsite allows pets Pack gear (boots, backpack, sunscreen, food, fresh water) Beware of insect bites (fleas, ticks, bees, wasps, mosquitos) Fresh food Hydration Extremely hot days and refrain from physical activity also leave your dog unattended in direct sunlight or in a closed vehicle
If you could ask your pet if he or she wanted to go on vacation with you or stay in a loud kennel with strange animals and caretakers, how do you think they would answer? We’re thinking “take me with you!” is the likely answer. And the good news is that keeping your pet safe and happy during your vacation is easy with just a little planning.
It doesn’t matter what your destination; the soft, sandy beaches of Florida, or the mountainous terrain of Alaska. Your pet is going to need current and accurate information on his or her ID tags. If your pet gets lost, this is what will help reunite you and them quicker. Also, you will need to have a collar or harness and a leash. For your and your pet’s protection, as well as the safety of others, most states require you to keep your pet on a 6-foot leash. The leash allows plenty of room for you and your pet to walk while also being short enough for you to gain better and quicker control if he or she decides they don’t like what’s coming near them.
And don’t forget the food! We can always stop for a cheeseburger, but feeding that to your pet isn’t the healthiest option for them (or us, really). Packing food & bottled water along with travel bowls will keep your pet full, hydrated and happy. If your trip involves hiking or camping, a backpack for your dog is a great way for them to carry their own snacks and water. We do it, so they won’t mind either.
We don’t always think about safety, but what fun is vacation without it? We make sure we pack the proper gear for ourselves. If I’m hiking, I’m wearing a safety vest and hiking boots. On hot sand, I’m wearing shoes so my feet don’t get burned. The same goes for Fido! A Pet Reflective Safety vest will help your pet to be seen by other hikers, campers or rescue workers. And don’t forget their feet, because you don’t forget to wear shoes or sandals when you leave the house. Doggie Boots help protect the pads of their feet from becoming irritated by hot sand or sharp rocks. A dog with sore feet is a very, very unhappy (and sometimes unmovable) pet.
If an accident does happen, a First Aid kit is essential when vacationing with a furry family member. Every now and then someone will end up with a scraped leg or a bee sting and if that happens to you or your pet, you’ll want to be prepared.
Some of the best vacations will include a dip in the water. Whether it’s in a pool or in the ocean, keep in mind that not all animals are great swimmers, and a personal flotation device or a pet life vest may be needed to help keep them safe. It’s also important to rinse your pet after they get out of the water. Rinsing will keep them from getting hot spots or infections. This in turn will keep their skin and fur healthier.
And finally, after a day of hiking, swimming and playing, a good night’s rest is in order. After all, we want to do it all again the next day. Bringing along your pet’s bed is a great way to keep them, and you, happy.
"Our pets are a very important member of our family, and with them riding in the car, truck, SUV, RV, boating, hiking or camping our vacations will be the most fun possible with them by our side. Have a great time!" said Pet Safety Lady founder of Bark Buckle UP.
Bark Buckle UP is recognized as the go-to expert and leading research team on pet travel safety. While promoting the pet safety, Bark Buckle UP founder Christina Selter has safely buckled more than 10,000 animals into vehicles, been featured 1,200 national and local newscasts, international press conferences and automobile trade show, delivered over 4,000 pet oxygen masks through her Bark 10-4 program and secured almost 3,000 animals in life vests. Using cutting-edge technology Christina taught more than 60,000 families in her pet safety classes around the country.
Bark Buckle UP is an independent consultant and safety adviser, providing unbiased product reviews. Safety experts at Bark Buckle UP don't make or sell products or provide any advertising opportunities.
Top Dog Photo Contest invites you to upload a picture of your pet having active fun this summer. So show us your camping dogs, hiking dogs, surf dogs, kayaking dogs, dogs on boats, dogs RVing, dogs on planes, dogs on summer vacation, dogs in outdoor gear, dogs traveling or even laying in the sun soaking up some rays in their shades. 
