The Best Dog Accessories of 2016
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Treat your pups right with everything an adventure companion needs for out-of-town journeys.
Ruffwear Haul Bag
Think of this as your dog’s go-to daypack. With 25 liters of storage and a wide opening, the Haul easily fits food plus other essentials.
Price $80
ResQ Co. Strong Leash
A three-strand marine-grade rope makes this lead almost Kevlar tough—essential if your furry friend is a gnawer. And it looks handsome to boot.
Price $54
Kong Ball with Rope
Unlike tennis balls, this Kong will withstand years of loving abuse. Go ahead: put the dense rubber toy through all manner of tugging and chewing.
Price from $12
Filson Dog Collar
The best way to land a date on the mountain? Bring along a cute dog. Bonus points if they’re rocking this leather collar, made from hides sourced stateside.
Price $65
Kurgo Collaps a Bowl
The dishwasher-safe Collaps a Bowl folds down smaller than a Frisbee but holds an impressive 24 ounces of water when open.
Price $10
Fishpond Westwater Bed
Buy your dog the Westwater—with its internal inflatable mattress and plush fleece top—and he’ll sleep more comfortably than you.
Price $90
Ruffwear Singletrak Pack
The low-profile saddlebag design and five-point harness hug your dog’s body when he’s moving fast and light in the backcountry. Inside, 3.2 liters of storage space holds treats, a bowl, and a leash.
Price $90
Kaufmann Mercantile Double-Sided Beechwood Brush
With beechwood pins that massage and condition, this brush tames even the gnarliest coats. But it has a soft side, too, with boar bristles that buff fur.
Price $29
Whistle GPS Pet Tracker
If Fitbit and Garmin made a doggy wearable, this would be it. The waterproof device attaches to a collar and tracks activity patterns and location via an accompanying app.
Price $80
Merrick Power Bites Treats
Even the frilly breeds need real meat. Good thing these treats are loaded with proteins like rabbit and turkey.
Price $7
