What to Pack for a Dog Beach Day: Essentials for a Clean, Calm Adventure

When the weather’s warm and the waves are calling, there’s nothing better than a beach day with your dog. But a fun day at the shore comes with its own set of challenges—wet fur, sandy paws, and the question of how to clean your dog after the beach without a full bath.

Whether it’s your pup’s first time or they’re a seasoned sand-digger, here’s what to pack for a dog beach day to keep them comfortable, calm, and clean from first splash to the ride home.

The Dog Beach Day Checklist

A thoughtful packing list makes all the difference. These dog beach day essentials cover hydration, comfort, safety, and cleanup.

• Fresh water and a collapsible bowl

• A soft towel or blanket for drying off and lounging

• Dog sunscreen (especially for short-haired or light-colored dogs)

• Treats and poop bags

• A leash and ID tag

• A shaded area, like a pop-up tent or umbrella

• A travel grooming kit for after-beach clean-up

How to Clean Your Dog After the Beach

Between the salt, sand, and seaweed, your dog’s coat can get messy fast. But a full bath at home isn’t always practical after a long day outside. That’s where the Muddi Ritual Anywhere Kit comes in.

Designed for in-the-moment refreshes, this compact kit helps you clean your dog right from your car, beach towel, or hotel room—without the need for rinsing.

The Kit Includes:

• Rinse-Free Towel Cleanse Serum – Lifts salt, sand, and odor without stripping the coat

• Muddi Mitt – A hand-fitted towel for precise, mess-free wiping

• Muddi Pop-Up Basin – Dilute your serum on the go and pack it flat afterward

• Muddi Groom & Glide Brush – Gently detangles and smooths fur after the cleanse, while helping distribute the serum evenly

• Muddi Mesh Tote – Breathable, durable, and designed to keep everything organized

Pro tip: Pre-dilute the serum at home in a small travel bottle. After your pup’s last splash, use the mitt to wipe down the coat, then follow with the brush for a soft, tangle-free finish.

Finish With a Brush-Through

After wiping your dog down, brushing helps remove lingering sand, smooth the coat, and evenly distribute the serum—especially important for dogs with longer or textured fur.

The Muddi Groom & Glide Brush, included in the Muddi Ritual Anywhere Kit, is a gentle detangling tool designed to glide through the coat post-cleanse. It’s the final step in the ritual that helps restore softness, reduce tangles, and leave your dog feeling fresh and calm after outdoor play.

Keep It Clean, Keep It Calm

With the right essentials packed and a rinse-free cleanup method on hand, a beach day with your dog becomes less about the mess and more about the moment. The Muddi Ritual Anywhere Kit, complete with serum, mitt, brush, basin, and tote, helps make that happen—no bath required.