Cruising with a dog? Is it really possible? I mean, not just in a marina, but out sailing or motoring?
How about full time cruising in foreign countries? How much of a hassle is it?
Listen in for everything you need to know to cruise with your best friend . . . or decide that it would be better to leave Fido at home.
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Rebecca Guthrie says
Thanks Carolyn for a timely podcast. We are preparing to cruise starting next month with our 4 year old Giant Schnauzer. This may not be the dog of choice for this mission, but she is a member of our family we can’t leave behind. The concern we have is her walking on the deck. Do you have any suggestions on managing a dogs paws correctly so they can gain the best traction and avoid scratch’s on boat surfaces as much as possible? We have discussed booties; interested in your option/observations about this. — Rebecca
Carolyn Shearlock says
I’ve heard of people using the booties with varying success. Some dogs don’t mind them while others will do anything to get them off.