WILDER & WESTWILDER EXPEDITIONS
California · Through your companion's eyes

Choose your expedition.

Enter the forest, the water, or The Anchor Estate. Prepare your companion, choose the terrain, or step inside the home journey.

In the Field
Inspect the systems for this terrain

Your Expedition Pack.

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The home journey

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WILDER & WEST EQUIPMENT INTELLIGENCE THE VANGUARD VAULT™

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WHY IT BELONGS HERE
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THE VANGUARD VAULT™

Ruffwear Grip Trex™ Dog Boots

Rugged trail paw protection

BRAND
Ruffwear

CATEGORY
Trail Boots

PRICE
$49.99 USD

FIELD STATUS
Rated 4.6/5 from 1,045 reviews at Ruffwear.

DESCRIPTION
Built for dogs moving across rough, varied terrain. The Vibram® outsole adds flexible traction and paw protection, while the breathable mesh upper helps keep dirt and debris out.

WHY IT BELONGS HERE
Sequoia Trail combines roots, granite, changing footing and longer movement. Grip Trex gives the dog a more protected contact point with the terrain without turning the expedition into a gear demonstration.

FIELD DETAILS
Terrain: Hiking, backpacking, rugged surfaces
Outsole: Ruffwear-designed Vibram® non-marking outsole
Upper: Tightly woven breathable air mesh
Closure: Hook-and-loop cinch with hardware
Sizing: Paw widths 1.50″–3.25″
Pack format: Sold in pairs

WILDER & WEST FIELD NOTE
Recheck closure fit about 15 minutes into the activity and throughout the route.

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Tractive DOG 6 XL Adventure

GPS + health tracking for large dogs

BRAND
Tractive

CATEGORY
GPS + Health Tracker

PRICE
$79 USD + subscription from $5/month

FIELD STATUS
Current U.S. DOG 6 XL Adventure model.

DESCRIPTION
A rugged connected tracker for large dogs with live GPS tracking, escape alerts, waterproof construction, an extra-strong adventure case, and battery life up to 6 weeks with Power Saving Zones.

WHY IT BELONGS HERE
Distance amplifies uncertainty. Location awareness matters most when the dog moves farther from the trailhead, dock, or home base.

FIELD DETAILS
Dog size: Above 55 lbs
Tracking: Live GPS + escape alerts
Battery: Up to 6 weeks with Power Saving Zones
Build: Extra-strong adventure casing
Water: Waterproof
Subscription: Required for tracking service

WILDER & WEST FIELD NOTE
Attach before departure, confirm battery and connection, then leave it secured through the full route.

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Ruffwear Swamp Cooler™ Cooling Dog Vest

High-coverage evaporative cooling

BRAND
Ruffwear

CATEGORY
Cooling Vest

PRICE
$74.99 USD

FIELD STATUS
Rated 4.7/5 from 704 reviews at Ruffwear.

DESCRIPTION
High-coverage evaporative cooling apparel designed to reflect heat, hold water for evaporation, and shade more of the dog’s body.

WHY IT BELONGS HERE
Heat load can build before the dog visibly slows. Cooling support belongs in exposed terrain where shade, radiant heat, and sustained movement overlap.

FIELD DETAILS
Construction: Three-layer evaporative cooling system
Outer: Reflects heat + UPF 50+
Middle: Absorbent layer stores water
Lining: Mesh for comfort
Fit: Full-coverage vest style
Use: Soak, put on, re-wet as needed

WILDER & WEST FIELD NOTE
Soak the vest before the hot section begins and re-wet when the cooling charge fades.

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HydroGuard K9™

Controlled trail hydration system

BRAND
Wilder & West

CATEGORY
Trail Water System

PRICE
Concept price target: $89.00 USD — not a current offer

FIELD STATUS
Future Wilder & West product concept; not currently available for purchase.

DESCRIPTION
A premium field-hydration system with a rugged insulated reservoir, integrated fold-out drinking basin, and replaceable filtration module for cleaner trail water delivery.

WHY IT BELONGS HERE
Hydration has to be immediate, controlled, and dog-specific. HydroGuard K9™ keeps water accessible on route instead of leaving the dog dependent on whatever source appears next.

FIELD DETAILS
Use case: Controlled canine hydration on trail
Core build: Insulated reservoir + integrated basin
Filtration: Replaceable filtration module
Carry: Clip + strap-ready expedition body
Deployment: Fold-out drinking basin
Brand status: Wilder & West owned product

WILDER & WEST FIELD NOTE
Carry on route, deploy the basin at rest points, and replace the filter module on its service schedule.

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RidgeLift K9™

Technical mobility support harness

BRAND
Wilder & West

CATEGORY
Mobility Support Harness

PRICE
Concept price target: $129.00 USD — not a current offer

FIELD STATUS
Future Wilder & West product concept; not currently available for purchase.

DESCRIPTION
A premium full-body mobility support harness with a structured lift handle, load-spreading chest and belly support, and multi-point adjustment for technical terrain assistance.

WHY IT BELONGS HERE
When terrain requires actual lift-and-assist—not just containment—the harness must let the handler support the dog cleanly, comfortably, and with confidence.

FIELD DETAILS
Primary use: Assisted movement over obstacles
Support: Load-distributing chest + belly architecture
Adjustability: Multi-point precision fit
Control: Structured lift handle
Attachment: Leash connection points
Brand status: Wilder & West owned product

WILDER & WEST FIELD NOTE
Use for riverbanks, trail steps, elevation changes, and controlled recovery support where the dog needs help—not suspension.

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FieldScan K9™

Premium post-trail inspection system

BRAND
Wilder & West

CATEGORY
Field Inspection System

PRICE
Concept price target: $119.00 USD — not a current offer

FIELD STATUS
Future Wilder & West product concept; not currently available for purchase.

DESCRIPTION
A premium post-trail inspection case with light, magnification, fine-detail tools, grooming support, and organized consumables for paws, coat, ears, and hidden debris checks.

WHY IT BELONGS HERE
The route may be over while the problem is still hidden. FieldScan K9™ makes inspection a deliberate field-care protocol instead of an improvised afterthought.

FIELD DETAILS
Core use: Post-route inspection and care
Storage: Structured hard case + fitted interior
Included tools: Inspection light, tweezers, picks, brush + grooming accessories
Coverage: Paws, coat, ears + debris checks
Portability: Compact premium travel form
Brand status: Wilder & West owned product

WILDER & WEST FIELD NOTE
Use immediately after the route while the field conditions are still fresh enough to guide a complete paw, coat, ear, and lower-leg inspection.

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Ruffwear Confluence™ Dog Life Jacket

Performance flotation for active water dogs

BRAND
Ruffwear

CATEGORY
Flotation

PRICE
$119.99 USD

FIELD STATUS
Rated 4.9/5 from 56 reviews at Ruffwear.

DESCRIPTION
A performance harness-style dog life jacket built for active swimming and boating, with secure flotation, an assist handle, reflective detailing, and a water-ready fit that supports natural movement.

WHY IT BELONGS HERE
If the dog enters water or works close to an edge, flotation should already be on the dog before the moment it is needed.

FIELD DETAILS
Use: Active swimming + boating
Design: Performance harness-style flotation
Control: Top rescue/assist handle
Visibility: Reflective accents
Water: Water-ready construction
Fit: Secure adjustable harness-style body

WILDER & WEST FIELD NOTE
Fit before leaving the dock and confirm free shoulder movement, secure closures, and immediate handle access.

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MoorLine K9™

Marine safety tether system

BRAND
Wilder & West

CATEGORY
Marine Safety Tether

PRICE
Concept price target: $149.00 USD — not a current offer

FIELD STATUS
Future Wilder & West product concept; not currently available for purchase.

DESCRIPTION
A premium marine tether and leash system designed to control working range on docks and decks using marine-grade line, corrosion-resistant hardware, and secure harness-ready connection points.

WHY IT BELONGS HERE
Edge control on a dock or deck should be physical and immediate. MoorLine K9™ limits range before the dog reaches a dangerous edge.

FIELD DETAILS
Use: Dock, deck + boarding transitions
Line: Marine-grade webbing/rope
Hardware: Corrosion-resistant clips
Range: Controlled working length
Attachment: Harness-ready safety connection
Brand status: Wilder & West owned product

WILDER & WEST FIELD NOTE
Attach before boarding or edge work and connect to the harness rather than the neck collar when using the tether for restraint.

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DeckGrip K9™

Marine traction system

BRAND
Wilder & West

CATEGORY
Deck Traction

PRICE
Concept price target: $169.00 USD — not a current offer

FIELD STATUS
Future Wilder & West product concept; not currently available for purchase.

DESCRIPTION
A premium marine deck traction kit designed for wet yacht and dock surfaces, with textured grip zones, non-slip backing, water-shedding construction, and a portable modular layout.

WHY IT BELONGS HERE
Slick decks turn routine movement into risk. DeckGrip K9™ changes the dog’s contact with the surface before slipping starts.

FIELD DETAILS
Use: Yacht, deck + dock footing
Surface: Wet-grip textured top
Base: Non-slip marine backing
Drainage: Water-shedding channels/open layout
Format: Modular portable sections
Brand status: Wilder & West owned product

WILDER & WEST FIELD NOTE
Place before the dog boards and create a continuous traction path between entry, rest, and hydration zones.

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HydroGuard K9™ Coastal

Onboard canine hydration station

BRAND
Wilder & West

CATEGORY
Coastal Hydration

PRICE
Concept price target: $139.00 USD — not a current offer

FIELD STATUS
Future Wilder & West product concept; not currently available for purchase.

DESCRIPTION
A premium onboard hydration station with a stable marine base, contained reservoir and bowl, splash-control design, and easy-clean components for yacht and coastal use.

WHY IT BELONGS HERE
Onboard hydration should remain stable despite movement, heat, salt, and deck traffic. HydroGuard K9™ Coastal keeps a reliable water point available throughout the passage.

FIELD DETAILS
Use: Yacht, marina + coastal staging
Base: Weighted/non-slip marine platform
Water: Integrated reservoir + bowl
Control: Splash-resistant delivery
Care: Easy-clean removable components
Brand status: Wilder & West owned product

WILDER & WEST FIELD NOTE
Fill before departure and place in a shaded, secure zone with clear access for the dog.

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WatchDeck K9™

Marine exposure monitor

BRAND
Wilder & West

CATEGORY
Environmental Exposure Monitor

PRICE
Concept price target: $149.00 USD — not a current offer

FIELD STATUS
Future Wilder & West product concept; not currently available for purchase.

DESCRIPTION
A compact deck-side environmental monitor designed to keep heat, humidity, sunlight exposure, wind, and surface-condition context visible around the dog’s actual rest or working zone.

WHY IT BELONGS HERE
Coastal risk is often environmental before it becomes obvious in the dog’s behavior. WatchDeck K9™ keeps the immediate deck environment in view so conditions can be managed earlier.

FIELD DETAILS
Use: Onboard + coastal environmental checks
Signals: Heat, humidity, sunlight/exposure, wind + surface context
Display: Compact glanceable monitor
Placement: Deck/rest-zone position
Awareness: Field-status cues for changing conditions
Brand status: Wilder & West owned product

WILDER & WEST FIELD NOTE
Place it where the dog actually rests or works rather than inside the cabin so the reading reflects the real deck environment.

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YOUR WILDER EXPEDITIONS FIELD PACK

A more considered way to explore with your dog.

Land and coast. Thoughtful preparation. Purpose-built gear intelligence.

Receive your field pack with practical route-preparation notes, canine safety checks, equipment guidance, and planning prompts for the journey ahead. Then return to the expedition to explore gear and field systems in the context of your chosen terrain.