Fall Gear

1. Reduce neck strain. Form meets function in the perfectly fit, handcrafted leather harnesses from Buddy Belt, available in an endless array of colours. $32, funnyfur.com

2. This handy pouch is perfect for holding keys, bags, and treats and comes with a carabiner so you can clip it to your belt loop or your dog’s collar. $15, rcpets.com

3. This cool hardware-free pet harness helps with training. Due to its fit, a gentle tug encourages walking rather than a dead stop. Available in sizes from small to large. From $21, ropengo.com

4. Keep your dog in the spotlight with a lightweight and practical safety light withlifetime lED bulbs that never need replacing. $13, ruffwear.com 

5. A bear bell. Perfect for backcountry hiking—or for those dogs that like to sneak up behind you. $8, silverfoot.com

6. Get fleeced (in a good way) with this cozy Cloak & Dawggie vest. For nighttime visibility, strap on a reflective lunaBrite safety walking vest over top, made for dogs 8 – 100lbs+. $16; $40, sherpapet.com 

7. Keep the fun going well into fall. This insulated wetsuit keeps water dogs warmer in cool water. $38, pawhauspetboutique.com 

8. Black Baron Kingdom gives pre-loved clothes for people a new leash on life by refashioning them into cool dog apparel like this hip red-plaid flannel jacket. $70, blackbaronkingdom.com 

9. ll Bean’s bright, waterproof collar is easy to clean and has an engravable brass plate for personalization. $14, llbean.com 

10. Why should you have to do all the work? Get poochy packin’ his own supplies and poo. $30, doodiepack.com

11. Eliminate the struggle. Adjust just once, then buckle (rather than attempt to slip over your dog’s head) JacTrac’s hemp Martingale Collar. $26, jactrac.ca