Here is short list of what you need for your typical dog show. It is also available in pdf form here.
Maintaining your supplies in pre-packed containers like RubberMaid 28 gal containers makes it easier to reload prior to the trip.
Determine a packing scheme so you can load and reload your vehicle quickly. Remember you might want to stop to feed or exercise your dogs during the trip, so crates should be accessible by just opening doors. Luggage should also be accessible if you stop enroute.
If you have the luxury of extra car eg the dog van, after every show, clean out everything, and repack the car with all the non-perishable items. Remove dirty towels, pads, and mats. Remember to remove any extra bait. Loading up for the next show could involve just packing food, luggage and dogs.
Remove items that are not needed for a particular show like generators or tents for indoor shows.
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When leaving, be sure to take with you:
- Location/dates
- Phone #’s
- Veterinarian’s contact info
- Maps/directions to show grounds & hotels
Tack Box or Sherpa Bag:
- Entries, armbands, rubber bands
- Brushes, combs, scissors &
- grooming tools
- Shampoos & conditioners (including rinseless shampoo, hair gels, hair spray, coat products)
- Show leads & training leashes
- Dog treats, dry bait & bait bags
- Squeaky toys
- First aid items for you and your dog and any medications, including a thermometer
- Water
- Spray bottle(s)
- Hair dryer (hand dryer &/or forced air dryer)
- Grooming apron
- Cloth dish
- Squeaky toys
- Rubber boots
- Handy tools: pliers, screwdriver, x-pen clips, tape, hammer, stakes for tenting, wire cutters, pens/pencils, bungies, electrical adapters, spoon, knife, pliers, crate screws, matches, caution tape, extension cords, safety pins
- Cleaning supplies: Paper towels, Simple Green, whisk broom, trash bags
- Tissues
- Poop bags
- Ziploc bags
- Small & large towels
- Flashlight & batteries
Larger Items:
- Tack box
- Grooming tables & arms
- Dog crates, mats, x-pens
- Tarps, tent & mats
- Chairs
- Wheels
- Bathing water, bathing tub(s)
- Drinking water
- Pooper scoopers
- Generator, extension cords
- Gas can
- Puppy toys
- Umbrella
- Chamois
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“Junk” Crate:
- Water buckets
- Old shoes, jacket
- Newspaper
- Tenting & stakes
- Dog food
- Sponges
- Zip ties
Personal Items:
- Airline ticket(s)
- Suitcase
- Money
- Keys
- Cell phone & charger
- Purse/pocketbook
- Prescriptions
- Outerwear: sweaters, gloves, hat, boots & raincoat
- Hangers
- Make-up bag
- Sunscreen
- CD’s, books
- Coffee cups & thermos
- Reading glasses
- Sunglasses
Car:
- Wash
- Gas up!
- Check oil
- Vacuum
- Windex & paper towels
- Kleenex
- Ziploc bags
- Car phone charger
Ice Chest:
- Ice
- Water/drinks
- Snacks, fruit
- Cups & utensils
- Meat/dog bait
- Coffee
And of course the DOG
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