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5 Expert Tips to Avoid Dog Disasters in Rough Seas

October 29, 2020 // by Pamela// 1 Comment

Dogs and rough seas. Do they go together? I mean, with safety? And comfort? Looking down the companionway to where Honey lay sadly on the sole surrounded by the vegetables that had gone spilling out of our hammocks, I had my doubts. And this was only the Chesapeake Bay! What would we encounter sailing offshore? …

Finding Safe Places To Work With Your Dog Off-Leash

October 27, 2020 // by Pamela// 16 Comments

Hopefully you train your dog off leash. If something happened while you were out walking and you had to drop his leash, would he stay where you told him to? Or if he wandered, would he come back to you when you called him? The only way to know is to test him. That’s why …

3 Different Dog Ramps For Boats – Which Is Best?

October 13, 2020 // by Pamela// 2 Comments

I’m looking at different dog ramps for boats–both telescoping and folding. Which will hold up best in a marine environment? Fit different docks? And most importantly, which will be most comfortable for my dog, Honey? As I consider buying a new dog ramp for our boat, that’s the question I really need to answer.

Train Your Dog For Boat Life (Before You Buy A Boat)

October 6, 2020 // by Pamela// 20 Comments

Can you train your dog for boat life before you buy the boat? Sure. It’s not that different from preparing your dog for any major life change.

How to Make the Most Of Dinner For Your Boat Dog Using Food Toys

September 29, 2020 // by Pamela// Leave a Comment

Why use food toys for boat dogs? What if I told you that food toys are safer, healthier, and more enriching than feeding your boat dog from a conventional food bowl? And that food toys stop behavior problems before they start? Want to know more? Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.