August is here and we all know what that means – it’s the dog days of summer! Although summer is slowly slipping away, there’s still plenty of time to enjoy the warm weather and engage in your favorite summer activities – with your dog, of course! How are you and your furry friend going to make the most of what remains of the season? Whatever you decide to do, get out and enjoy the summer while you can, but make sure you have everything your canine companion needs to stay safe and have fun in the sun!
To help you gear up for the dog days of summer, here are some essential ZippyPaws items tailored to your pup’s favorite activities.
Safety First
As you head out to do your thing, remember: Safety First. Wherever the warm weather takes you, make sure you plan accordingly. Make a checklist of items you will need and put them in a backpack for easy access – think water, Cooling Vest, food and snacks, sunscreen, paw balm, first aid kit, medications, insect repellent, etc.
Also, if your 2020 summer activities include being in public spaces or around people who don’t live in your household, keep your distance and wear a face covering please! With ZippyPaws Cotton Masks, you can rep your favorite dog toy brand while doing your part to help reduce the spread of COVID-19 – and we’ll donate the net proceeds to our local Feeding America food bank!
Road Trip
For the doggie that likes to hit the open road, Zippy Paws offers a wide array of items to suit their automobile adventure and roadside attraction needs!
Get them prepared for their journey by making sure they are comfortable and safe! Use the Car Front Seat Barrier to ensure their safety and prevent distracted driving by keeping doggo in the backseat. Another great option that provides comfort, safety and cleanliness is the Car Hammock – this will help to keep muddy paws and loose fur off of your seats while providing a cozy safe space for your pooch. For the stops along the way, grab the Mod Essential Leash and Leather Collar to keep from getting separated from your excited traveler. Last but not least, bring along their favorite toys – the Storybook Snugglerz and Donutz make the perfect travelling companions to keep your dog occupied and entertained. Oh, and don’t forget your Waste Bags and handy Leash Bag – we all know that poop happens on road trips!
Hiking
For the canine companion that enjoys extended walks in nature, ZippyPaws provides everything your hiking buddy needs to gear up for the great outdoors!
Transform your pup’s ordinary walk into an extraordinary adventure by taking them on a hike – with a Climbers or Mod Essential Leash! Exploring the natural wonders of the great outdoors is a great way to connect with nature and bond with your pet – and if you have parks and trails close to home, hiking is an inexpensive way to get away from it all without having to travel far. Designed for carrying water, food, and other essentials, the Adventure Backpack is ideal for day hikes and short trips. When it’s time to stop for a snack and a drink of water, the Adventure Bowl and Adventure Treat Bag will help keep them energized and hydrated on the trail. And if your dog starts to lose interest in sticks, toys like the RopeTugz or Rope Gliderz will come in handy! Again, don’t forget your Waste Bags, please!
Swimming
For the dog who is drawn to water, summer offers them the opportunity to get their paws wet and practice their doggy paddle – and ZippyPaws has gear and toys for that!
Whenever your aquatic dog is in or near water the Adventure Life Jacket will help keep them safe! The lifejacket has extra padding at the neck to help keep your dog’s head above water and it features a handle on top to help you get them back out of the water. And for pool play, we have adorable little Floaterz toys that squeak! Another toy that would be great at the lake or beach is the durable ZippyTuff Squeaky Ring – we think it’s the perfect tossing toy to take everywhere you go!
Backyard BBQ
For the homebody pupper who prefers hanging out in the backyard with the humans, ZippyPaws serves up an awesome selection of squeaky toys that will make your backyard barbecue the envy of the neighborhood!
Nothing says summer like a cookout, am I right? Good food, cold drinks and fun backyard games – that’s what memories are made of. With our mouthwatering collection of food and drink themed NomNomz and Happy Hour Crusherz, your pup can now enjoy the festivities like never before. What’ll ya have, doggo? One Happy Hour Crusherz Lager and a NomNomz Hamburger comin’ right up! And when it’s time for games of fetch or tug of war, break out the ZippyBallz and the RopeTugz Spaceship to make their day one they will never forget!
Now go out there and have some fun in the sun! And remember to tag us in your photos so we can see how you spent your summer vacation! Stay safe, everyone!
