You already know how important it is to have treats on hand to reward good behaviour, especially recall, but with so many treat pouches on the market, how do you know which one is the best for your group walks?
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Specific Requirements
Professional dog walkers often have different requirements for treat pouches than the average dog owner. Some of these requirements include:
Size
Professional dog walkers often need to carry multiple treats for multiple dogs, so they may require a pouch with a larger storage capacity and ideally with more than one compartment.
Bonus points if they can store your poo bags, phone and van keys too!
Washable
A treat pouch that is easy to clean is essential for professional dog walkers to maintain hygiene standards.
Stitching that soaks up water and hard to reach corners are a no go if you’re going to be cleaning your pouch daily.
Bonus points for being made from a quick drying material.
Easy access
No buckles or ties to faff about with. The best pouches are easy access with one hand and then easily clip shut with a press stud or magnetic closure.
No help yourself free buffets
Although the pouch should be made easy for you to access, it shouldn’t be so easy for your dogs.
Who among us hasn’t been mugged by a pointy nosed, silent snuffle of the treat pouch when we weren’t looking.
Easy on and off for driving
Having it clipped to your belt or bag is all well and good until you get back in the van and end up sitting on your treat pouch.
Being able to take it off easily and quickly, and reattach it just as fast, is essential.
Durable
Professional dog walkers may need a pouch that is made of high-quality materials and can withstand regular use and exposure to the elements.
It’s going to get wet, muddy, left in the van overnight when it’s cold, in direct sun and clipped on and off your belt multiple times a day as you get in and out of your vehicle. It’s going through the washer multiple times a week. It needs to be tough!
1. Silicone Dog Treat Pouch
I love silicone treat pouches. They’re not huge in size but buy a set of 2 (or more) and you’ll have enough for even your busiest day with the dogs.
The silicone material makes the pouch durable, waterproof, and easy to clean. Say goodbye to soggy, smelly treat bags and hello to a pouch that can withstand any adventure.
The compact design makes it convenient to carry and access your treats quickly, with a built in clip making it easy to pop on and off your belt in seconds.
The design of the opening means there’s nothing to undo, you just slip your hand in pushing the magnetic clip closure apart, and at the end of the day, you can just throw them in the dishwasher!
2. PupRepublic Dog Treat Bag – New Larger Size
The larger size of the puprepublic treat bag allows you to carry more treats, toys, and even poo bags (bonus points!), ensuring that you’re always prepared for any situation.
The reflective belt and shoulder strap provide safety and ease of use, allowing you to keep your hands free for walking and playing with your dogs. This makes it ideal if you’re someone who doesn’t like to carry a big, bulky bag but still wants to have all your essentials in one place rather than rummaging through pockets.
How many times have you started the day chilly with a jacket only to warm up later, leave the jacket in the van and then realise your poo bags, treats and first aid kit are still in the jacket.
This treat bag is a convenient, organized, and safe way to carry all your essentials on walks.
3. Treat Training Pouch Bag with Extra Long Waist Belt
Yes we do an intensely physical job with lots of walking but we’re not all athletically built and I love the extra long waist belt on this treat pouch 🙂
It can be used with the strong metal belt clip, the shoulder strap or the waist belt making it incredibly versatile.
If I had to choose, I’d sacrifice size for the simplicity of the silicone pouches, easy to clean, small to carry, and maybe pair them up with a walking belt, waist pack or walking bag to carry the rest of my supplies in.
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