The 13 Best Beach Accessories for Dogs of 2023

Best Beach Fetch Toy

Chuckit! Paraflight Frisbee

4.7

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The Chuckit! Paraflight is our very favorite dog frisbee and it’s especially great for the beach because it floats. Made from nylon with a rubber rim, the Paraflight is flexible, but structured enough for long throws that will satisfy even very athletic dogs. It’s also soft enough that your dog will easily be able to hold it in their mouths to bring it back to you.

The Paraflight comes in bright, easily visible colors, including a glowing green version.

Price at time of publish: $12

_{Sizes: 7-inch (small), 10-inch (large) | Colors: Blue, glowing green | Materials: Nylon, soft rubber}

Best Novelty Beach Toy

Bark Bros Hound Noon Plush Squeaky Dog Toys

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If you’ve brought a cooler of beverages to your latest beach party, a Bark Bros Hound Noon Plush lets them be part of the party. A product parodying High Noon Hard Seltzer, this plush toy is 7 by 2.5 inches, making it beefy plush that’s ready to stand up to hard play, even if your dog isn’t in on the joke. It’s got a built-in squeaker too.

The Bark Bros Hound Noon Plush comes in a two-pack. There’s also a “Pup Claw” version

Price at time of publish: $22 (2-pack)

_{Dimensions: 7 x 2.5 inches | Options: Hound Noon, pup claw}

Best Sunscreen

Epi-Pet K-9 Care Sunscreen

4.8

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This sprayable sunscreen is the only canine sunscreen approved by the FDA. It’s SPF 30, for a high degree of sun protection, and it has a non-greasy, long-lasting formula. The spray bottle emulsifies the liquid inside, which helps the sunscreen get through your dog’s fur to the skin beneath. Providing protection against both UVA and UVB rays, Epi-Pet K-9 Care Sunscreen can help prevent the onset of dangerous skin conditions. It’s also formulated with Vitamin E, to keep your dog’s coat shiny.

Price at time of publish: $16

_{Active Ingredients: Ethylhexl Methoxycinnamate, Octyl Salicylate, Homosalate, Benzophenone-3, Alcohol Denaturated, Ethyllhexyl Salicylate, C-12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Acrylates/Octylacrylamide Copolymer, Tocopheryl Acetate | SPF: 30+ | Size: 3.5 ounces}

Best Travel Water Bowl

Leashboss Splashless Travel Dog Water Bowl

4.5

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This travel water bowl is our favorite travel water bowl—and we’ve tested dozens. The Leashboss Splashless Travel Dog Water Bowl has a jumbo capacity—40 ounces—to hold enough water for a couple of hours of play. It’s made from BPA-free silicone and is dishwasher safe.

But what really makes the Leashboss Splashless stand out is its hexagonal design, which creates a stable, non-slip base that’s nearly impossible for your dog to knock over. The top is also narrower than the bottom, with a curtained rim that prevents water from splashing over the side. The only downside is that the design can make it a little tricky for flat-faced breeds or very large dogs to access the water.

Price at time of publish: $20

_{Volume: 40 ounces | Materials: Silicone | Colors: Gray}

Best Water Bottle

MalsiPree Dog Water Bottle

4.3

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The Malispree Dog Water Bottle combines a BPA-free water reservoir with a ladle-shaped bowl. To dispense water from the leak-proof and travel-friendly bottle, all you do is hold down the button on the bottle, then tip it over to dispense water into the bowl. It’s easy to let water back into the reservoir when your dog is done drinking. To ensure that water doesn’t accidentally spill in your travel bag, there’s a second button next to the dispense button that’s used to “lock” the water bottle from pouring.

The Malispree Dog Water Bottle is available in two sizes—19oz. and 12oz.—and in your choice of teal or pink.

Price at time of publish: $19

_{Volume: 12 ounces or 19 ounces | Materials: Plastic | Colors: Blue, pink}

Best Towel

Thankspaw Microfiber Pet Towel

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The Thankspaw Microfiber Pet Towel is made specifically for dogs and is made from microfiber for a superior absorbency and drying power compared to your standard cotton beach towel. It’s pretty big too, with a 27.5 x 55 inch design that makes it easy to scrub down your wet dog after they’ve shaken off.

The Thankspaw Microfiber Pet Towel is available in blue and pink.

Price at time of publish: $16

_{Dimensions: 27.5 x 55.1 inches | Colors: Pink, blue | Materials: Microfiber}

Best Life Vest

Outward Hound Granby Dog Life Jacket

4.7

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Our favorite dog life jacket, the Outward Hound Granby Ripstop, is durable, easy to use, highly visible, and comes in five different sizes to fit any dog. It’s got easy-grab handles attached to the top of the vest, which makes it easy to hoist your pup from the water and into a boat. The Granby combines a hook-and-loop cuff across your dog’s neck with buckle straps across the belly, for a secure fit they won’t slip out of while swimming.

Price at time of publish: $25 (large)

_{Sizes: X-small, small, medium, large, x-large | Materials: Nylon, synthetic fabric}

Best Spray Bottle

Impresa Bottle Attachment for Outdoor Water Sprayer

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This handy contraption transforms any 20-ounce or 2-liter bottle—such as a standard soda bottle—into a cool-down shower suitable for dogs or humans. The set comes with two silicone “showerheads.” Simply replace the cap on your bottle with the Impresa Bottle Attachment and squeeze to force water through the silicone spray head. It’s portable, easy to use, and perfect for rinsing sand off your dog’s paws or salt off their face.

Price at time of publish: $14 (2-pack)

Best Inflatable Pool

Pool Buoy Inflatable Pool

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No beach? No problem. This inflatable pool is your one-stop solution to creating a mini “beach” in your own backyard, patio, or balcony area. (Alternatively, take it to the actual beach and fill it with water for a stylish watering hole all for your dog). It’s large enough to fit two fully-grown humans, meaning it’d surely suffice for you and Fido to dip your toes (er, paws) into. The key selling point for these pools is the stunning design elements present on each and every version. Choose from a bevy of pretty patterns and poppy colors. Whichever option you choose, you’re in for the most stylish cool-down sesh you and your pup will ever have.

Unfortunately, the air pump is sold separately.

Price at time of publish: $72

_{Dimensions: 65 x 13.7 inches | Materials: BPA-free plastic}

Best Paw Balm

Natural Dog Company PawTection Dog Paw Balm

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If you’ve ever walked along dry sand that’s been baking in the midday sun, you know how uncomfortable the experience can be for your feet. The same can be true for dogs’ paws. This “PawTection” balm protects the sensitive paw pad area from the elements, including super-hot sand. Simply glide balm from the product’s deodorant-like packaging onto the bottom of each paw. The formula, which is entirely nontoxic and dog-safe, creates a soothing, shield-like barrier between paw and sand. A little bit goes a long way, so one stick should last quite a few beach days.

Price at time of publish: $18 (2-ounce stick)

_{Sizes: 0.15-ounce (trial stick), 2-ounce (stick), 2-ounce (tin) | Ingredients: Mango butter, rice bran oil, lavender oil, rosemary extract}

Best Hat

Petall Dog Baseball Cap Sport Hat

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In addition to adorable style, this baseball-style cap shades Fido’s precious face from sun and other harsh elements, thus keeping potential skin irritation and sunburns at bay. This particular hat is adjustable, so it can fit a range of dogs. The design also features ample room for your dog’s ears, thanks to two spacious cutouts that can accommodate even the floppiest of ears.

Price at time of publish: $11

Best Beach "Pup" Tent

Minnidip Tropical Palms Pup-ana Tent

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This luxury dog cabana is a useful poolside accessory for pups of all breeds—not to mention, an adorable photo op. The exterior of the cabana has a cooling banana leaves pattern, which adds a touch of the tropical, even if your dog is lounging on a lakeside.

The Minnidip Tropical Palms Pup-ana Tent is made from UPF 30 polyester, so it provides not only shade but also protection from sunburns—which can be especially important for short-haired dogs. The cabana is simple to set up or dismantle, with PVC poles and a carrying bag for portability.

The Pup-ana’s main downside is its low wind resistance. It’s much more suitable for calm beaches and poolsides than windy conditions.

Price at time of publish: $55

_{Dimensions: 40 x 26 x 36 inches Materials: UPF 30+ polyester, PVC poles}