Travel Gear: Nutley's Picks
Our stalwart office dog shows off new roadworthy stuff for pets
PHOTOGRAPHY BY WENDELL WEBBER

1 LUCKY HORSESHOE CARRIER
A smart tote for your fashionable four-legger. Comes in three sizes. (petflys.com; from $105)

2 GLOBAL PET FINDER
GPS unit fits on a collar and sends a text message when your pet strays. “No-go” zones can be updated on website, a plus on the road. (globalpetfinder.com; $325 plus $18/month)

3 BUSINESS BAGS
Clean up with a clear conscience using biodegradable bags made from corn. (planetdog.com; $6 for 40)

4 SOJOS DOG TREATS
Stuck in traffic? Try garlic veggie-flavored snacks. Preservative free! (sojos.com; $7)

5 “NO PET LEFT BEHIND”
Travel guide packed with tips (e.g., attach a hotel matchbook to your dog’s collar when away from home), but expect repeated plugs for Sherpa pet gear. (thomasnelson.com; $17)

6 PAWZ DOG BOOTS
Muddy out? Disposable slip-on booties mean bad weather won’t curb that bathroom break. (pawzdogboots.com; six sizes, $15 per dozen)

7 “FOUND MY ANIMAL” LEASH
This tough, hand-spliced, seven-foot rope leash comes in four sizes. Proceeds help strays. (foundmyanimal.com; from $50)

8 AQUA-FUR BOWL
Made of tough, bite-proof silicone, this handy bowl, shown in blue and red, folds up to fit in your pocket. (tazlab.com; $19)

Prop styling: Molly Fitzsimons


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Published: July/Aug 2008 
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