Collar: this should be of the right size, not too tight, but neither too loose, so that there is no risk of it slipping off or catching on something. It is advisable to use special, robust, solidly-built chest harnesses with emergency handles that can be used to hold the dog safely, possibly with lights or reflective strips useful when walking after dusk. If the trip includes the use of cableways, it is also mandatory to bring a muzzle as well.
Lead: as for the other items, it is important to choose a strong material, perhaps opting for an extendable leash that gives the dog more freedom of movement. However, it is important to keep a good grip on the lead, because if dropped, it could rapidly rewind and strike the dog from behind, also causing sudden noises which could frighten it.
Biodegradable plastic bags or scooper: to remove the dog’s fouling. Even though it is very tempting to leave it in the forest, it should not be forgotten that dog’s excrement could contain parasites dangerous for wild animals (above all mustelids and canids) and cause the death of beech martens, foxes, badgers, weasels, wolves and bears. A dog’s excrement should therefore always be collected, above all for health reasons.
First aid kit: there could be dangers in the mountains even for dogs. They could be injured, cut, stung by an insect, or find themselves in various types of difficult circumstances. The first aid kit should therefore comprise: oxygenated water to disinfect cuts, vial of hydrocortisone with syringes, or hydrocortisone tablets, wet wipes, round-tipped scissors to trim fur around wounds, bandages, gauzes, tweezers to remove foreign bodies or ticks, and a small dog sock to protect paws if they have been injured.
Waterproof rain jacket: there are special types for use in the mountains, providing protection in the case of a storm and preventing the dog from having to continue the walk completely soaked, with the risk of it getting cold.
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