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Sure, you've seen dogs on boats. But how feasible is it, really? Can you take a dog full-time cruising? And if so, what do you need to know?

Cruising with a Dog

October 27, 2017 by Carolyn Shearlock

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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.

Link to how-to article on teaching dog to “go” on the boat:

  • Training a Dog to be a “Boat Dog”

Prefer to read? Check out Dogs on Boats 101.

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  1. Rebecca Guthrie says

    October 27, 2017 at 8:46 am

    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

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    • Carolyn Shearlock says

      October 27, 2017 at 9:20 am

      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.

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