What I Pack on My Travels with Two Dogs
Packing for a trip can be complicated, especially when you have small furry friends to think about. Here’s a list of what I generally pack for a 7 – 10 day trip with my dogs.
While this list may seem like a lot, everything should still fit into one bag. I save space by organizing carefully and grouping items together by genre. For example, all of the toiletries go in a toiletry bag, the first aid items are packed together, and all of my electronics go together in a zippered pouch. My laundry bag can be folded and tucked into a lightweight, tiny square, as can my travel backpack. If there’s anything that I don’t have with me, I buy it while traveling.
Even when I go on longer trips, there’s really nothing more that I would add (except underwear and socks!).
Without further ado, here is my packing list:
CLOTHES
2 pairs of jeans
2 pairs of shorts
1 jumpsuit
1 bathing suit
8 t-shirts
2 long-sleeve shirts and/or sweaters
1 light jacket
2 bras
1 pair of flip-flops
1 pair of sneakers
8 pairs of socks
1 pair of dress shoes
10 pairs of underwear
1 towel
TOILETRIES
1 toothbrush
1 small tube of toothpaste
1 package of dental floss
1 small bottle of shampoo (I collect hotel bottles to bring on future trips)
1 small bottle of conditioner
1 small bottle of shower gel
1 small tube of cream
SPF moisturizer
Hair brush
Deodorant
Makeup
FIRST AID
Band-Aids
Excedrin
Tiger Balm (I get migraines and this helps a lot!)
Benadryl
Hand sanitizer
Ear wash (for Boogie)
Anti-bacterial wipes
Small packets of dog shampoo
Medication for ear infections (for Boogie)
Flea and tick medicine (for the dogs)
Heartworm medicine (for the dogs)
GEAR
Laptop & charger
Camera
iPhone & charger
External battery
Headphones
Universal power adapter
DOG STUFF
Dog food (see here)
Dog treats
Collapsible bowls
Poop bags
Sweater
K-9 Sport Sack
Side pouch dog carrier
Leash & harness
Pet carrier
MISCELLANEOUS
A key or combination lock
Zip ties
Plastic bags
Laundry bag
Reusable water bottle
Utensil (fork, spoon, and knife in one)
Travel backpack
Small notebook
Pen