{"id":104305,"date":"2021-03-25T12:09:59","date_gmt":"2021-03-25T12:09:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stories.qvcuk.com\/?p=104305"},"modified":"2021-05-07T08:46:25","modified_gmt":"2021-05-07T07:46:25","slug":"outfit-ideas-for-walking-the-dog","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stories.qvcuk.com\/style\/jess-n\/outfit-ideas-for-walking-the-dog\/","title":{"rendered":"Outfit ideas for walking the dog"},"content":{"rendered":"

Whether your pooch loves a trot through the park or an adventure in the wilderness, walks are a daily routine for most dog owners, come rain or shine! Needing to be outdoor-ready, sometimes in an instant, means it’s a good idea to have a number of outfits up your sleeve for walks of all types. So we’ve pulled together a selection of ideas that even your furry companion will approve of!<\/p>\n

The crack-of-dawn outing<\/strong><\/p>\n\"\"\n

Your alarm goes, there’s a faint glimmer of light coming through the window and you think about pressing snooze… but there’s a patient (or not so) pooch waiting for their morning walk! This is where you want a grab-and-go kind of outfit, especially if you’re not an early bird. Leggings<\/a> are a good go-to here, as you can quickly pull them on with little effort and team them with a comfy top or tunic<\/a>. No matter the season, mornings can feel fresh, so it’s good to have a jumper<\/a> to hand too for layering up.<\/p>\n

Tip – if you’re not much of a morning person, we suggest laying out your outfit next to your bed ready for that wake up call.<\/em><\/p>\n

The ‘are we going out in that?’ foray<\/strong><\/p>\n\"\"\n

It’s raining, it’s pouring… and you’ve got to venture out there. This is where a good coat<\/a> is a must! Ideally something that’s water-resistant and has a hood. Joules<\/a> has a fantastic selection of raincoats perfectly suited to the unpredictable British weather, from a parka<\/a> you can pack away if it suddenly brightens up to a mid-length canvas coat<\/a> that’ll keep you covered up in style. A pair of wellies or waterproof boots<\/a> like these Trego boots<\/a> from Skechers<\/a> will also help keep your feet dry and toasty.<\/p>\n

Tip – if it’s not raining when you’re about to go out, it’s still worth checking the weather forecast for any potential downpours.<\/em><\/p>\n

The socially-distanced stroll<\/strong><\/p>\n\"\"\n

A socially-distanced walk with a loved one is a fantastic way for you to enjoy each others company in the great outdoors and have a good catch-up while you exercise your four-legged friend. This is where you’re more likely to want to blend practicality with style, for a fashionable yet functional ensemble. Think jeans<\/a>, trainers<\/a> and a casual T-shirt<\/a>, paired with a chic jacket<\/a>. For a smarter look, ideal for walks around town or the park, try partnering your favourite trousers<\/a> with some sophisticated boots<\/a> or flats<\/a>, a blouse<\/a>\u00a0and a cardigan<\/a>, if you need the extra layer.<\/p>\n

Tip – take a cross-body<\/a> or bum bag<\/a> with you as a stylish, hands-free way to complete your look that also doubles up as a treat dispenser!<\/em><\/p>\n

The woodland hike<\/strong><\/p>\n\"\"\n

There’s nothing quite like immersing yourself in nature with your best bud, but it does take a little bit of extra fore-planning. If you’re going for a long one, it can be useful to take a backpack<\/a> to carry essentials like water, snacks, spare layers and first aid supplies (for both you and your dog!). A pair of decent walking boots or shoes like these Skechers hiking boots<\/a> will also help you to enjoy your adventure in comfort, no matter how many steps you’re aiming for.<\/p>\n

Tip – take a spare pair of socks with you in case of rubbing, blisters or if the pair you’re wearing get wet. You’ll thank yourself for it later!<\/em><\/p>\n

We hope we’ve given you some outfit inspiration for outings with your pooch. You can find a wide range of styles in our fashion<\/a><\/strong>, shoes and accessories<\/a> <\/strong>departments to help complete your looks and should you need anything for your pet, we’ve got an ever-expanding\u00a0pet care<\/a> <\/strong>range too.<\/p>\n

Enjoy your walks!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Whether your pooch loves a trot through the park or an adventure in the wilderness, walks are a daily routine for most dog owners, come rain or shine! Needing to be outdoor-ready, sometimes in an instant, means it’s a good idea to have a number of outfits up your sleeve for walks of all types. […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":33,"featured_media":104655,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[7,172],"tags":[174],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/stories.qvcuk.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/104305"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/stories.qvcuk.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/stories.qvcuk.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/stories.qvcuk.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/33"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/stories.qvcuk.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=104305"}],"version-history":[{"count":21,"href":"https:\/\/stories.qvcuk.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/104305\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":104693,"href":"https:\/\/stories.qvcuk.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/104305\/revisions\/104693"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/stories.qvcuk.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/104655"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/stories.qvcuk.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=104305"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/stories.qvcuk.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=104305"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/stories.qvcuk.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=104305"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}