[header] How to hike with your hound [title] Make sure your dog is able to handle a hike. [step] Before heading out for a hike with your dog, you'll want to make sure you have everything you need. Place these items in your backpack, or outfit your dog with a pack of its own. 
You may want to bring : [substeps] Bowl for water. You can purchase collapsible bowls from hiking stores that look like caps and can carry water poured from your drinking bottle.