Outward Hound Portable Water Sling with Bowl

Sold at PetSmart

When I spotted this kit at PetSmart, I thought it was a fantastic idea. The blue sling holds a standard 20-ounce water bottle. The khaki water bowl is tucked away in the little pouch on the front of the sling. You unfold the bowl, give your pet a drink, and then store it once again in its little pouch. So convenient, right?

Unfortunately, the water bowl is not quite waterproof. The material is not as thick as it needs to be. Gracie prefers to sip a little water and have more later. By the second stop, the bowl begins to sweat. By the third, you are left with a little ring of water on the ground where you place the bowl. Subsequent stops lead to a soggy bowl.

The material on the blue sling part is thin too. The water bottle of course will have moisture beading on the sides. The water eventually soaks through the fabric and moistens your clothing. For me personally, it is not a big deal, since I am usually covered in white dog hair at that point. All vanity is gone. Regardless of that, the product should be made with a thicker material. As an added benefit, the water would probably stay cooler longer.

After I bought the Outward Hound model, I found that another company makes a better version. This product is so annoying that I am going to buy the other model. Look for the review in the future.