I waffled back and forth on where Gretel and I were going to do our 4-day backpacking trip because the fall mountain forecast was changing daily. I decided at the last-minute to go with Plan A - one of the best dog friendly hikes near Seattle - with one modification. We were going to do an out and back hike instead of a loop, cutting out the Kachess Lake and Mineral Creek Trails to Parks … [Read more...]
Ding! Stick a Fork in Me ‘Cause this Weiner is Done
Some people read about our hiking adventure stories and say "My dachshund would never do that. My dog hates (insert said weather condition here)." Sure, they will sometimes scoff at the rain or wind or snow when you open the door but will usually head out with a little encouragement. Encouragement only goes so far though. Chester knows when he has had enough. It's like a switch. It's bound, … [Read more...]
