5 Reasons to Consider Canoeing With Your Canine

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An exceptional physical workout for you and a mental workout for your dog, taking your dog out on a canoe ride is beneficial for plenty of reasons.

Henry David Thoreau once said: “Everyone must believe in something. I believe I’ll go canoeing.” And I’m pretty sure he packed up his stuff, grabbed his dog, and started paddling!

My favorite thing about summer is paddling out onto a calm lake at sunset with my dogs. A canoe makes no noise, and with just a few small strokes, we are gliding effortlessly across the water. As the sun sets, we can watch for wildlife and just enjoy being out on the water together.

I have been fortunate that all of my dogs have loved canoeing as much as I do. I’m confident that you and your dog will be as passionate about this water sport once you give it a go.

Related:5 Pet Portaging Tips For Canoeing With Your Dog

Here are the reasons why I love to paddle a canoe with my dogs:

So Much Room

All this room means that a dog has plenty of space to get comfortable. I just lay a mat down on the bottom of the canoe, and they can stretch out in comfort. If it’s a hot and sunny day, my dogs can find a bit of shade in the bottom of the boat, or by sticking their heads under a seat.

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Portaging with your Pooch

When you portage a canoe, a hands-free leash and obedience skills will help keep your dog by your side. When I have the canoe up on my shoulders, I obviously can’t see as well. My dogs walk beside or behind me – they take their jobs of seeing eye-dogs seriously!

What a View

Related:Stand Up Paddle Boarding With Your Dog

Easy in, Easy out

Canoes + Dogs=Good Dogs

Life is best spent with those we love. If you enjoy being out on the water, spending time with nature, then consider a canoe, so your canine can join you!

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