Store bowls, paper plates, etc inside the microwave... anything that's light enough to not damage the door if it slides around while you're towing. That will free up cabinet space for heavier items.
If this is just for weekend get aways, you might not need all that kitchen stuff ... it sounds like you're loading up more for a long road trip. I'm the same way, my poor camper is overstuffed with basically a downsized duplicate of my house, which reminds me I need to work on that :)
Regarding dog leashes, chargers, etc. What is your tow vehicle doing? I have a canvas bag I load up with cords and chargers for all my gizmos, the dog's leash is usually on the dog or laying in the back seat of the truck. Same for food and water bowls ... if we're parked somewhere for days, i'll set his bowls out near the camper, otherwise they're in the footwell in the backs seat.
its probably bad practice, but my tow hitch lives in the receiver, last time I tried to take it out, it's rusted in pretty good, so I don't worry about it. of course, I just use a simple ball hitch, nothing fancy.
btw I have a 20 ft KZ, so those four extra feet do make a big difference I suppose
enjoy it!
