How to Use a Travel Bottle with Stand for Mess-Free Dog Walks

By The Pets Larder | Published: 2026-10-27

Category: How-to Guides

Learn how to set up and use the Great&Small Travel Bottle with Stand for clean, convenient hydration on dog walks. Step-by-step guide with tips to avoid spills.

Quick answer

The Great&Small Travel Bottle with Stand lets you give your dog a drink on walks without spills or mess. Screw the scoop onto a standard 28mm bottle, fold the Easi-Pour over the top to form a bowl, and use the stand to keep it stable.

Why a travel bottle with stand beats a separate bowl

Carrying a water bottle and a separate bowl means extra weight and more things to juggle. A travel bottle that doubles as a bowl simplifies your walk kit. The Great&Small design screws onto most 28mm bottle tops, so you can reuse an old bottle instead of buying a new one each time. The attached stand keeps the bowl upright on grass or uneven ground, which a loose bowl cannot do.

What to watch for before you head out

The Easi-Pour scoop works best with bottles that have a 28mm threaded neck. Check your bottle before you go. The stand adds stability but does not lock the bottle in place, so avoid setting it on a steep slope. Fill the bottle only with fresh water – the scoop is not designed for warm drinks or thick liquids.

How to set up and use the travel bottle with stand

1. Screw the scoop onto a 28mm bottle: Remove the cap from a clean water bottle with a 28mm threaded neck. Screw the Great&small Easi-Pour scoop onto the bottle until it is hand-tight. Do not overtighten, or the threads may cross. Common mistake: using a bottle with a different thread size. The scoop will not seal, and water will leak. Stick to standard 28mm tops.
2. Fold the Easi-Pour over to form the bowl: Hold the bottle upright and fold the flexible scoop down over the bottle top. The scoop becomes a shallow bowl that catches water as you tilt the bottle. Make sure the fold is fully open so the bowl holds its shape. Checkpoint: if the bowl does not stay open, the scoop may be twisted. Unfold it completely and try again.
3. Attach the stand for stability: Place the stand on a flat, level surface. Set the bottle with the folded scoop into the stand so the bowl sits level. The stand prevents the bottle from tipping when your dog drinks. Common mistake: placing the stand on a slope. The bottle will lean and water may spill. Find a flat spot or hold the bottle steady yourself.
4. Pour water and let your dog drink: Tilt the bottle gently so water flows into the scoop bowl. Your dog can drink directly from the bowl. Pour only as much as your dog will drink in one go – the bowl holds a small amount to avoid waste. Checkpoint: if water leaks from the threads, the bottle top may not be 28mm. Tighten the scoop or switch to a compatible bottle.
5. Empty, rinse, and store after use: Pour any remaining water out of the scoop. Unscrew the scoop from the bottle and rinse both parts with clean water. Let them air dry before storing. The scoop folds flat for compact storage in a bag or pocket. Common mistake: leaving water in the scoop. It can grow stale or develop odour. Always empty and rinse after every walk.

Product facts

Great&Small Travel Bottle with Stand: The Great&Small Travel Bottle with Stand includes an Easi-Pour that connects to most 28mm bottle tops, allowing reuse of old bottles. You do not need to buy a special water bottle – any standard 28mm bottle works, which saves money and reduces waste.
Great&Small Travel Bottle with Stand