{"id":15763,"date":"2023-08-22T09:36:27","date_gmt":"2023-08-22T14:36:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.diamondpet.com\/?p=15763"},"modified":"2023-08-25T09:47:23","modified_gmt":"2023-08-25T14:47:23","slug":"tailgate-with-your-dog","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.diamondpet.com\/blog\/culture\/lifestyle\/tailgate-with-your-dog\/","title":{"rendered":"Put the \u201cTail\u201d in Tailgating: Tailgate with Your Dog"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you miss your best furry friend while you\u2019re tailgating on game day, why not take them with you? Most dogs love an outing, and for social dogs, this is the perfect opportunity for lots<\/em> of attention. Not to mention all of those mouthwatering smells \u2014 your dog\u2019s nose will be sniffing nonstop.<\/p>\n

But there are a few things to consider before you go tailgating with your dog, because it\u2019s not for every dog. They\u2019ll also need some supplies to keep them safe and happy. Maybe they could get their own personal tailgating cooler!<\/p>\n

Are They a Parking Lot Tailgater or a Stay-at-Home Tail-Wagger?<\/h2>\n

Before you race out and buy a team bandana for your dog, think about their personality. Do they love all humans and want to be best friends with every person, dog and mascot they meet? Or are they shy around new people and new locations? A crowded parking lot is probably not the best place for a timid dog or a dog that\u2019s scared of loud noises.<\/p>\n

Before You Head to the Stadium\u2026<\/h2>\n

If you\u2019re outgoing dog is up for a tail-waggin\u2019 good time, then there are few things to consider while you\u2019re packing the grill, chairs and coolers into the back of your car or truck. Did you check whether the venue allows furry friends to tailgate? Both of you are going to be unhappy if you have to turn right back around and drop your disappointed doggy off at home.<\/p>\n

Also, what\u2019s the weather like? You don\u2019t want a hot dog or a popsicle \u2014 even if you\u2019re willing to brave extreme weather for the love of your team, your dog probably shouldn\u2019t. Chances are they\u2019d rather be comfortable at home than at the tailgate panting or shivering with you. If the weather is hot but not unsafe for your dog, make sure they have a shady place to relax and plenty of cool water available. If it\u2019s going to be on the cooler side, give them a protected place to warm up if they need to.<\/p>\n

People Food for People, Dog Food for Dogs<\/h2>\n

As you\u2019re packing your cooler, make sure you grab some dog food, treats and water, and bowls for your dog to eat and drink from. Your dog\u2019s going to be very tempted to sample from the people food table, but it\u2019s important that they don\u2019t in case there\u2019s something that will upset their stomach or that is toxic to them. You don\u2019t want to miss out on the big game because you\u2019re at the veterinary clinic with your sick dog.<\/p>\n

Also, watch out for spilled drinks and food on the ground \u2014 particularly alcohol, which is toxic to dogs<\/a>. Check out our article \u201cSigns of Poisoning in Pets (and What to Do About It)<\/a>\u201d before you go, in case they do sneak some people food or eat something questionable off the ground.<\/p>\n

Take All the Doggy Things<\/h2>\n

You\u2019re bringing some of your home comforts, so bring some for your dog, too. Pack a blanket or towel for them to lie on and some toys in case they get bored. Your dog chewing on a dog toy replica of the other team\u2019s mascot is sure to be a big hit with fellow tailgaters.<\/p>\n

A short leash is another must have. Even if your dog is well trained, they could get spooked at the tailgate or overwhelmed by all the people and run off. A leash also helps keep them from following those delicious smells coming from your parking lot neighbor\u2019s grill \u2014 and from running off with a cornhole bag. Before you leave home, check that their ID information is up-to-date just in case they do escape the leash.<\/p>\n

If you decide to dress your dog in team colors, it\u2019s probably best to stick with a collar or bandana. If you choose to go with another clothing item, make sure it fits well and doesn\u2019t have any dangling parts that are tempting chew toys and potential choking or intestinal obstruction hazards. Make sure it also doesn\u2019t obstruct their hearing, vision or breathing. Of course, your dog should also like wearing it, so that they\u2019re not spending the whole time trying to tear it off. Your dog ripping your team\u2019s jersey to shreds probably isn\u2019t a good look at a tailgate!<\/p>\n

Safety Tips for Tailgating with Your Dog<\/h2>\n

While your dog may be the goodest girl or boy around, you can\u2019t guarantee that the humans at the tailgate will be on their best behavior. So make sure you keep a close eye on your dog and<\/em> the people coming up to give your cutie a cuddle without asking first.<\/p>\n

You should also watch out for signs of stress in your dog<\/a>. The tailgate probably has a lot more people than they\u2019re used to being around, and, combined with the loud music and people chatter coming from every direction, they may become overwhelmed. Signs of stress to look for include flattened ears, yawning, panting, lip licking, cowering and tucking their tail between their legs. If your dog is showing signs that they\u2019re not comfortable tailgating, it\u2019s probably time to pack up and head home.<\/p>\n

Speaking of heading home, make sure you\u2019re a good tailgater and clean up before you drive off. This includes cleaning up after your dog, so make sure to bring some poop bags with you.<\/p>\n

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Hopefully by following these tips you will have a fun and safe day tailgating with your dog. You\u2019ll both walk away winners \u2014 even if your team doesn\u2019t.<\/p>\n

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RELATED POST: How to Throw Your Dog a Pawsome Party<\/a><\/p>\n

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