[pct-l] hiking with a little dog

[jeff.singewald at comcast.net]

With all this talk about Gail's (Wheew) plan to bring her dog, I am surprised she hasn't spoken up.  For those of you that haven't read her journal, note that she actually has a carry sling for the pooch and will likely carry the dog for much of the hike.  It appears from pictures that the pooch can cuddle up in the sling protected from those nasty rays.

Additionally, if I recall correctly, she has already made plans with several trail angels to dog-sit while she makes her way through the Sierra as she is well aware that dogs are not allowed in the National Parks.

I think Gail knows fully well, what she and her pooch are getting into.  She is an AT vet and knows what life on the trail is like.  From the sounds of it, if the system is not working out, she will adjust her hike so that she can do what she feels is best for the pooch.

By the way, since Andrea mentioned it, does anybody have any records of how many dogs have died along the PCT, because their owners didn't know what was best for the dog?  I know of several reports of dogs coming through the desert with detached pads and such, but fortunately haven't heard of any that have succommed.  Well, with the exception of the one that Scott mentioned he spiced up his Ramen with.

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From: "Rena Johnston" <renajf at gmail.com> 
One more thing to remember is that in the Sierras you need to protect your dog against Heartworms. This is probably something you already do, but just in case it isn't something you have to do in your area, it is something you will need to start at least a month ahead of your start of your trip. a proud mom of a thru-hiker 
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