Dallas dawg (08-19-2015), Georgie (08-19-2015), MikeLynn (08-18-2015), Scoutpout (08-18-2015)
We got to check 2 things off of her bucket list! The DH and I took Gabby camping at our Pennsylvania cabin, which she loves. It was such a spectacular weekend that we decided to try canoeing with our water loving girl. First things first - she had to get on the canoe bus with a group of people and another dog. She got to ride up front and watch the world go by through the glass bus doors. She laid in the aisle and acted like she'd been on 100 bus trips.
When we told the owner of the canoe livery that it was Gabby's first trip, his comment was "oh, so you don't even know" - we all laughed, but we were so nervous! We formulated a plan: 1. It seemed like torture to put her straight into a vessel surrounded by all of that tempting water, so we let her swim a bit first. 2. We bagged everything we brought - triple bagging the 1 cellphone that came along. 3. All of the bagged items went into another big bag, and it was attached to the inside of the canoe. 4. A blanket and towel were included for her (hoped for) leisure time in the canoe.
We couldn't have asked for a better day - eagles swooping over us, clear Allegheny River, no one in sight for most of the trip, gorgeous weather and a happy lab! Gabby also learned a new command: "paws in the canoe" - lol.
Last edited by OHfemail; 08-17-2015 at 05:21 PM.
Dallas dawg (08-19-2015), Georgie (08-19-2015), MikeLynn (08-18-2015), Scoutpout (08-18-2015)
sounds like a great time!
i can see little icons, but not pictures, and can't click on them -don't panic, it may just be this computer or my browser!
OHfemail (08-19-2015)
Hmmm...anyone?
Can't see the pictures, but would love to! That sounds like a perfect day
OHfemail (08-19-2015)
Reading about your perfect day, I'm sure the pics are amazing, just wish I could see them
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OHfemail (08-19-2015)
It does sound lovely but I can't see the pictures either!
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OHfemail (08-19-2015)
What an awesome day! I haven't been canoeing in years. We used to go all of the time when we lived in Western PA. It's great Gabby was such a good girl and didn't tip the canoe. Now you know she likes it, you can go more often! Sadly, I can't see the pictures either.
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OHfemail (08-19-2015)
Any time a pup can check things off their bucket list is awesome. Sounds Fantastic.
Sorry, can't see the pictures.
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OHfemail (08-19-2015)
I added the pics a different way...maybe now? We did have a fantastic time - it's amazing how much we love Miss Gabs more each day.
Great pictures! Gabby looks so calm in the canoe
OHfemail (08-19-2015)
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