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Most of us just take our best furry friend for a walk around the block,
or perhaps through the park. Others go a little further, and take their pet
to the beach for a swim or hiking through the woods. There are so many
Pawsibilities.
DOG CAMPS
If you ever wanted to take a vacation and do nothing but spend time with your dog, a dog camp is the
place for you! Dog camps allow you to spend time with dozens of other canine lovers, and try a variety
of canine sports and activities. Some camps focus specifically on sports like agility and obedience and
are designed for the more serious competitor, while others are geared to all types of dog owners and
offer dozens of activities for you and your dog. Many of the camps have overnight accommodations.
http://www.dogpatch.org/doginfo/camp.html
OBEDIENCE COURSES
You tell Rover to sit up and he rolls over. You say “down” and she jumps in your lap. Perhaps it is
time to take your pet to an obedience course. Some are held for several Saturdays in a row while others
are intensive 3-day affairs. Beware, as there is no licensing for pet trainers so you need to check out
the one you select. http://www.dogpatch.org/obed/
FLY BALL IS FUN
How about teaching your pet to play FLY BALL, then you can enter you pet into competitions, which are
held all over the Country. Think about the bragging rights around the water cooler when your pet wins
his or her first trophy. http://www.flyballdogs.com
MAKE YOUR PET A THERAPY DOG
Therapy dogs visit hospitals and nursing home to cheer up sick patients. The benefit to the patient is
well documented and it will make you feel good as well. Check with a hospital or nursing home for
their dog therapy program. Therapy dogs also visit children's long-term care facility to "play"
with residents. A great combination of wagging tails and happy smiles.
http://therapydogs.com/
A DOG PADDLING ADVENTURE - sort of the ultimate owner and pet adventure.
Experiencing a guided canoe trip on a lake or rivers is an unforgettable event. Sunsets, swimming and
laughing are just a few of the everyday goings-on during a weekend (or longer!) canoe trip. Now add to
this list watching your puppy dog learn to swim for the first time, exploring your island campsite off
leash to his or her heart’s content, and running and playing with new canine and human friends before
finally curling up beside you in front of a blazing campfire. This is what a Dog Paddling Adventures
is all about? http://www.dogpaddlingadventures.com
A BOAT TRIP
If you think your pet loves to put his head out of the window of your car can you imagine how happy
they will be in the bow of a small boat skimming over a lake or river? Tie that in with a swim on a
pet friendly beach and picnic and you have one happy pet. Before you go check out
http://www.classypets.com for a pet life
jacket and a portable water bowl.
Get out there and enjoy life with your best furry friend and check http://www.pettravel.com for
lots of pet friendly places and activities.
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