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I’m not a fan of taking dogs on the CT. It just seems like I met tons of people who have had to have their dog picked up or take multiple zero days to let them recover. Having said that, I think you covered some good prep tips. You mentioned going earlier in the year, but (depending on the year), I think later in the year is actually better. Less heat, less thunderstorms, and less snowfields.

Congrats on your first big thru hike, and the excellent video. Great cinematography and a meaningful voice over. Really enjoyed it. For others considering bringing their dog on the CT, please consider it very carefully. Ensure your dog is in excellent shape and that they communicate well to you. I’d say dog shoes that they are comfortable in are a must because so much of the trail is rocky. And if you can’t carry your dog in an emergency, you should probably just leave them home. - Rocketman (Colorado Trail south 2017; Collegiate Loop clockwise 2019)

Love it! I’m planning to hit the CT trail in 2 weeks, any tips for hiking with your dog?!

So wholesome! ❤

That’s crazy

Damn cops, go after actual criminals.

Kook get outta Colorado

Love it I'm so jealous 💓

I’m living for this dog

So proud of you.

What a perfect day! Which segments were these?!

૮꒰ྀི⸝⸝•⁠ᴗ⁠•⸝⸝꒱ྀིა I'm very happy that I found you...🌷🌷🌷 I adore humans giving life to everything around them, and making everything better! Living slowly and hopefully intentionally.❤ Fateme Life, Canada

Loved watching this! So calming ❤

Yeah. You should indeed feel guilty to live in such a beautiful place.... No, just kidding. What a place and what a gorgeous view from your garden. Im a little jealous here. Btw when i was in Durango two years ago (i am from the netherlands), i saw these cute prairy dogs along the roadside. But I read online that they are becoming a plague? You have them nearby?

Wow that was incredible

I think I took a picture of almost the exact same view you show at 1:00

Could you please share your route for completing both of the Collegiates? I would like to do that as well and wondering how you did it. Thanks. This video is really great. Your dog...❤🍊

I did just an overnight on the PCT near Markleeville with my pup a few summers ago and her paws blistered and burst on the first day! I think it was a combination of the heat and the rough granite. It was only our second backpacking trip together. I had to make some makeshift booties out of human socks, gauze pads, surgical gloves, and medical tape. It was so sad, she had to limp back to the trailhead because I wasn't able to carry her. Things I've added to my kit since then (many that you recommended here): booties (I got the RuffWear ones), vet wrap (lots of it), paw balm (either Musher's Secret or Natural Dog Company Pawtection), and a Garmin In Reach in the event that she got badly injured and needed an evacuation. I previously thru-hiked the Tahoe Rim Trail with another dog and we strategically timed our zero day in Truckee where there is a good doggy daycare if we needed it. He totally bonked and we ended up having to leave him there, but since it was part of our contingency plan we didn't have to scramble to make adjustments. Backpacking with a dog certainly adds some complexity and challenges, but it's so worth it!

I am a sucker for this types of videos ahhh

Great that someone did a video about stuff for your canine companion.

Don't be angry he loves you

We did a backpacking trip up around there in the 80s, absolutely gorgeous country.

That is really funny 😂

I like eggs

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🤣😂🤣😆 Out of control. That look 😂🤣

He will be farting all the way home

What did you do with your dog when you had to do things around town? Like going into the grocery store if they don't allow dogs etc? Thanks for the useful info!

Yep, And I i didn't even get any on the seat Aren't you proud? I thought that was my "ignore my neglection treat" 😉🤣🤣🤣

Really gorgeous looking dog , do u think Indy has Great Pyrenees

What a stunning presentation my friend 👏👏

Another amazing video thank you for sharing

Thanks Jules. That was cool 😎

Oh my gosh, I know exactly how you felt that day on Section 6. I took my dog on Section 3 last September and he got so worn out - it was hot and a long day. He just kept looking up at me like "Can we stop now?". We stopped at every creek and I let him chill out as long as he wanted to, and I gave him all of my beef jerky as "treats". I felt so guilty. I really want him to hike more of the trail with me, but I don't want to put him through something like that again. He's hiked all over Colorado with me, but usually just day trips with lots of breaks. He's in good shape for a 10+ year old dog but...he's just getting older. 😞

I agree 100% that you hike at the pace your dog wants to go. I took my Golden-Doodle Tebow with me for Section 3 of the CT last fall (day hike) and I felt like that was pretty much his limit. He's done a lot of hiking with me, but he's getting older (he's almost 11 now) and I don't think he's up for many multi-day hikes. I'm hoping to bring him for Section 7 this summer (day hike again) but I'm worried that it might be too much for him. Musher's Secret is the best BTW. It help him so much! Anyway, thanks for all of the good advice. I'm going to try to find one of those packs that you have - haven't had much luck finding one that fits him but he is similar size to your Indy.

Thanks for posting this video. Gave me some ideas for future trips with my Hans. What was the name of those dog shoes for hot pavement? I think they would be a really good for the hot pavement walks I do with my boy. Papa Smurf

He's cool 😎

Lmfao he’s like uhm maybeeeee 😂

What eggs?! 😋😋😋

LOL!!

I love him.....

I hate people who take their dog everywhere like it’s a little kid or something leave that mf at home where it belongs. You are the type of people who sell their car and say pet free and smoke free

LOL 😂

No need for a response. The double lip smacking says it all

Doggo : Yup… Wanna see it again in slow mo?

This dog gonna smoke the house lol 🤢💨

Dog says there was no eggs in here. 🤣

Did you just leave an entire carton of eggs with a dog, who could get sick from them?

No regrets!!❤

Nope