More and more people are beginning to venture back into the office. For many, this means having to leave your loyal canine companion at home.
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8 genius products for spoiling your dog
Mighty Paw Smart Bell
Though my dog likes to body slam the door when he needs to go out, this seems so much more civilized. With the Mighty Paw Smart Bell 2.0 Potty Training Dog Doorbell, you just teach your dog to ring the bell when he has to go outside. It also works outdoors, so he can let you know when he’s ready to come back inside. $27.99 at chewy.com
Fi Series 2 collar
There’s a GPS tracker built right into this Fi Series 2 collar, so your dog will never be lost again. In an open area, it can track a dog to within 7 feet. Plus, it works as a doggy Fitbit, so you can be sure your pooch is getting enough exercise every day. We got one for our dog before we went on vacation, and we set the base to the cabin we rented. You establish a perimeter on the phone app, and it lets you know if your dog gets outside the perimeter. Even in a wooded area, it worked like a charm, and we felt confident letting him out off leash. There is also a lost feature, in which you can activate a flashing light on the collar so you can find your dog easier. $149 at tryfi.com plus $99 a year for the app
Paw Plunger
When Fluffy comes in from playing outside, it can be frustrating seeing all those messy paw prints on your floor. Enter the Paw Plunger. Just add warm water to the top row of bristles and insert a dirty paw, moving it in and out of the plunger while the bristles wash away the dirt, mud or salt.
Use a towel to dry each soggy foot and pour away dirty water.
$29.99 at amazon.com
Collapsible bowl
Perfect for outings, this collapsible bowl easily fits into pockets, purses, knapsacks, suitcases and even glove compartments. It collapses to a flat disc and can attach to anything. $8.99 at shop.fourmuddypaws.com
AutoDogMug
Squeeze the AutoDogMug and water fills the bowl for your pup to drink, release and the remaining water returns to the bottle. It’s so perfect for on-the-go that it fits in your car’s cup holder. And it comes with a carabiner that can attach to a pack or your belt loop. $20 at highwave.com
Furbo dog camera
Admit it, you want to spy on your dog when you aren’t home. Also admit, you feel guilty for leaving him alone. This genius Furbo dog camera sends livestream video to your phone and allows you to interact with your dog by talking to him or tossing him a treat. Just fill the device with his favorite snacks and hit the button on the free app to pop one out. $169 at amazon.com
MultiPuzzle
Dogs need brain exercise as much as physical exercise, and this puzzle toy from Nina Ottosson means you don’t even have to leave the house. Just hide treats and your dog must complete a series of steps in the correct order to earn a tasty reward. The MultiPuzzle is ideal for super smart and motivated dogs that need more challenging games. $39.99 at shop.fourmuddypaws.com
Aquapaw lick mat
If your dog is a little wiggly at bath time, try smearing the Aquapaw lick mat with peanut butter, stick it to the bathtub wall and get ready for some relatively peaceful dog bathing. $10.95 at amazon.com
