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Bedtime for Odie

Dec 01, 2009

Odie loves his new travel mat. // © Deanna Ting

Odie loves his new travel mat. // © Deanna Ting

If you or your clients like to bring the entire family on trips — Fido included — Kakadu Pet’s Adventure Mat makes a portable, roll-up bed, so the family pet doesn’t have to rough it. Odie, my boyfriend’s Lab mix, tested out an extra-large-size mat this summer at the park and in his backyard. While I’m no dog whisperer, Odie seemed to love his new mat, even carrying it himself when we moved locations. And, since Odie lives for games of fetch, his paws got fairly muddy — as did his mat. Thankfully, the cotton/polyester mat is completely machine washable and dried quickly in the sun.

Kakadu Pet is an Australian pet accessory brand that is now available for online purchases in the U.S. The Adventure Mat comes in four different color combinations and sizes. Prices range from $22 to $36, depending on mat size.

Recommended For: Dogs who enjoy sleeping outdoors and those whose families who enjoy outdoor activities, such as camping or picnicking, as well as dogs who travel often with their family members

Price: Varies, depending on mat size, from $22 to $36

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The plush pad, covered in a cotton/polyester mix, contains polyester filling, but isn’t too thick to roll up and carry with you wherever you and your pet may go. Elastic strings on the outside of the mat attach easily to car seats. The mat is ideal for dogs who enjoy sleeping outdoors at home, providing a sense of familiarity and security for them when they’re on the road. I could also see the mat being used easily at pet-friendly hotels.

www.kakadupet.com

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