The Best Kayaks for Dog Owners

Kayaking is a great way to spend time in the great outdoors with your four-legged friend. Keep reading to find out the top 5 dog-friendly kayaks!

Intex Explorer K2 Kayak

This portable kayak is perfect for taking a nice swim float down the river with your furry friend. Unlike other kayaks on this list, the Explorer kayak is inflatable, which means Fido’s nails can damage it. This affordable kayak is one of the only inflatable kayaks featuring a skeg. So it has improved tracking and stability. It comes with everything you need for the water, including a bump and paddles. The Explorer is easy to carry, pack, and store, so it is perfect for families on the go.

 Perception Rambler 13.5

This spacious kayak is perfect for you and your oversized pups. Measuring 13.5 feet and 35 for 34 inches wide, it is super spacious, with tons of rear cargo spaces, and straps to keep everything nice and secure. This tandem kayak has enough room for you and a large dog. But, you can also travel with smaller breeds, as small and medium dogs reportedly find the molded front seat very comfortable. It has a weight limit of over 550 pounds, so you won’t have to worry about capsizing with you and your pooch on board. The Ramble is also available in two colors, Dapper and Sunset.

Ocean Kayak Malibu Two

This sturdy kayak is perfect for those planning on spending hours on the water. The ocean kayak comes in three different configurations; A solo configuration, a tandem configuration, and a tandem “paddling with child or pet” configuration. Stretching at 12 feet and 3 feet across, this spacious kayak is perfect for those with large and small breeds. Made up of a polyester line frame, the Malibu Two can stand up to your dog’s strong nails. It has convenient handles, which make it perfect for ground transportation. This kayak is perfect for those planning on cruising down the river with multiple pets.

FeelFree Juntos

While made with children in mind, this kayak is great for both parents and pet parents. The jump seat at the front of the kayak is perfect for large and small breeds. The low seating position allows for easy paddling, even when your dog is in the front seat. The Juntos comes with a toning wheel, which makes it very easy to transport on land. It is also available in three colors. This affordable kayak has a large open space and plenty of storage, perfect for any kayaking trip with Fido.

NuCanoe Unlimited

If fishing or hunting is more your speed, this kayak is your perfect fit.  The Unlimited has an extremely light 41-inch hole, which is perfect for hunting and fishing with Fido. This kayak can hold over 650 pounds, so it definitely can hold your largest pup as well as your hunting or fishing gear. The large open deck means your pooch can be nice and comfortable value maneuver around. Customers love the Unlimited, because of its extremely high storage capacity, and raised supportive seating.  This kayak has tons of storage space, and is perfect for a long day hunting and fishing with your furry friend.

Kayaking with Fido can be an amazing experience, especially when you have the right boat. We hope you have an amazing time on the water!