How We Said Goodbye to Summer

sandy dog face

I’m always a little sad to see summer end – especially after a rough winter like the one we just had.

feet in the sand

To enjoy a few remaining warm days, Ronan and I (and a few human friends) spent a few days at the beach this past weekend.  

We were lucky enough to find a place to stay that happily welcomes dogs.  Bonus: after Labor Day dogs are allowed on the beach!!!  We had so much fun!  

cool frisbee dog

Ronan acted like he was raised on the beach.  He ran off-leash chasing his frisbee, frolicking at the surf, and meeting new friends (human and dog). I tried to teach him to ride the waves

surfer dog

on his new boogie board.  He rides the boogie board on the sand, but is not a fan of the waves coming near him (yes, he can swim). Let’s just say it’s a work in progress:)  

dog sun break

When he was tired he hung out in the sun repellent tent I bought him.  I looked like one of those parents with tons of stuff for their kids on the beach, except my kid was the furry kind!  

It was all worth it.  I couldn’t have imagined he’d love it so much and be so well behaved.  Moral of the story: if to train your dog to listen to commands, socialize them, and prepare for their

paw prints on the beach

needs on the beach, you too might enjoy a fabulous beach experience like we did.  

Goodbye summer – see you next year!

Stacie & Ronan

PS – this Saturday is Puptoberfest on Horseshoe Lake 11-5.  It is a fund raiser for 11th Hour Rescue.  This Sunday is Mutts Mania at Lurker Park 12-4.  It is a fundraiser for Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter.  Dogs are welcome to both events.  Look for our table: Royal Canine Dog Training LLC – Ronan & I will be waiting for you!