Pet Travel & Outdoors

Getting your pet from point A to point B safely, and keeping them comfortable once you arrive, takes the right gear. Whether it’s a daily car ride, a cross-country move, or a weekend on the trail, this category covers the equipment that makes traveling with a pet easier and safer for everyone.

You’ll find guides and comparisons across the full range of travel and outdoor gear: carriers and crates, car seats and safety barriers, seatbelt harnesses, backpacks and strollers, hiking packs, life jackets, cooling vests, paw protection, and the portable bowls, water bottles, and travel beds that make trips smoother. Each roundup leads with the questions that matter when you’re choosing: which gear actually keeps your pet secure, which holds up to real use, and what you need for your specific pet and travel style.

We cover gear for different situations and different animals. A small dog flying in-cabin has different needs than a large dog riding in a truck bed area, and a cat who travels twice a year needs something different than a dog who hikes every weekend. The recommendations here account for your pet’s size, temperament, and how often you actually hit the road or trail.

Whether you’re buying your first carrier or upgrading your whole travel setup, the goal stays the same: gear that keeps your pet safe and comfortable, holds up trip after trip, and is worth what you pay.

Browse the latest travel and outdoor guides below.