Follow the adventures of Happy Hound Hikes.
See what we did on our hike today, there's always something special!
The dogs want me to tell you to follow along, so you can wag your "tails" too!
Today we hiked out Rocky Lake trails. Our newest dog boarder is Henry, the Golden Doodle. He certainly is a happy, go lucky character. His enthusiasm is contagious! He helped me photograph some lovely Lady Slippers, and even avoided trampling them.
Henry's tongue is too big for his mouth right now!
Coco shaking off, after a dip in the creek.
Beautiful Lady Slippers were hiding all through the underbrush.
Olivia started hiking with me in November 2007, when she was five months old. She was a BC that got along with all my other dogs, and loved to play. The water called to her, and she loved to swim and fetch balls or sticks endlessly! Occasionally she loved to roll in a doggy fragrance, and return to share it with me. I remember bringing her home once to throw her in the tub and bath her. A swim in the lake wouldn't get her clean enough! After a heroic battle with cancer, she went out playing to the end. Olivia, we will miss your playful spirit. Say "Hi" to Komet and Kayle, they've saved the other end of the tug toy for you!
On May 18th, 2014, my first hiking client, Kayle, crossed over the rainbow bridge. Kayle taught me so many things, that I now use to teach new dogs that I hike. She was a gentle soul and loved a good romp in the woods. She never started any disputes, and would rather walk away from a disagreement. Her owner, Crystal, was the person that gave me the idea to start a dog hiking business, back in Oct, 2001. Kayle was 4.5months old. She and I have spent many days, miles and life experiences together. I will miss her. Keep my girls company, until I can see you all again.
Kayle at almost thirteen, in her element!
Kayle at four months.
Kayle one year old.
Kayle at two years old.
Kayle at six years old, hiking with friends, Komet and Nikki.
Kayle at twelve years old.
It's been awhile, but I guess overdue, that one of the dogs would get up close and personal with a porcupine. Today, it was Monkey. We were riding with Phoenix and a group of four dogs. Monkey immediately came over for help. I dismounted and removed the quills. But, not before taking a couple of pictures to show his Mom and Dad! Poor Monkey! He was very patient while I removed them. The other dogs just got muddy, then wet and finally tired.
Some of Monkey's quills.
The dogs running ahead of Phoenix. Freya, Brody and Monkey.
Nikki trotting right alongside Phoenix.
Freya you got mud on your face, a big disgrace, somebody better put you back into the lake!
By using this leash and leading Phoenix, we can all get to the trailhead safely.
We've had Echo, Hunter, Remi, Jess, Crosby, Kayle, Jake, Sigmund, Jovi and Monkey.
Kayle, Crosby, Remi and Hunter.
Jess loving the water play.
Echo, not perfectly white any more! But she does look happy!
Jake enjoying a log.
Jovi our beautiful Sheltie.
