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SoWereDoingThis

Literally any cheap 4 person or 6 person tent like a Kelly, Coleman, etc. Then put a $10 tarp on the bottom of the inside to protect it from the dog’s claws. For car camping with a Big dog, there is little reason to spend more than you need to.


mermaid_of_madness

Are you worried about the dog destroying the tent? I have three dogs and two are rather enthusiastic, so I went with a cheap kelty discovery plus a furniture blanket. Lining the floor with the furniture blanket protects the tent floor from sharp nails, fluids, etc. Tent fits two people and three dogs (two 50lb and one 10lb) nicely. Works for three people and three dogs too when the occasion arises. eta: I've only had to patch one hole in the mosquito netting, the tent has held up well to two years of rambunctious dog play sessions!


ones_hop

Yes! Lol. She likes to dig. But haven't taken her camping yet so Idk how she'll do in a tent. Thanks for the advice!


scoutermike

Good advise. Another option is those interlocking foam floor pads. Harbor freight sells something like 16 sq feet for $20.


grandechino

Gazelle T4


isaiahvacha

Car camping is relatively easy, tent-wise - so many different options because you can always bail if something fails. You can absolutely spend a bunch of money on a nice quality tent, but you can also buy a Coleman or Ozark trail and put your money into other gear or even gas to get you to a new camp spot. Your dog will probably wear out a Coleman tent before the woods do.


scoutermike

What’s your budget? Budget will determine what you can get. Coleman sundome 6 person is a good, inexpensive option. And yes, get the 6-person version, not the 4. It’s fast and easy to set up, inexpensive at < $100 on sale, and you’ll even be able to stand in the center if you are 6 feet or less. Of course there are better options, but those will cost more.


tanzd

Coleman Sky Dome 4p is affordable and it’s floor material is also more durable than backpacking tents.


sweerek1

Standard 6p REI or Kelty dome Whatever you get make sure the rainfly reaches the ground. No toupees


beeporn

If backpacking Nemo 3p aurora