ABC Wednesday! Nourish

For many of us, going to the beach is a way to Nourish body and mind. Our dogs must feel the same ! Whether they run, look or play, the beach offers them something new and different.

Monday's Guest- Maverick- a Rat Terrier!

Maverick is our 8 year-old Rat Terrier and we had him since a pup. At home, he spends most of his time chasing squirrels in the backyard, barking at passing trucks, or just snoozing in the sun. We occasionally take him to the dog friendly beach in Carmel, CA but it's usually too cold and he hates the cold. So, when we do have the opportunity, we take him on vacation with us by driving down to San Diego. The San Diego Dog Beach is usually warm and hopping with dogs of all sizes. At first, Maverick is usually timid about going into the water and is satisfied just chasing other dogs along the water's edge. But after watching his furry friends having a wet and wild time, he ventures in slowly and ultimately goes full-bore having a splashing good time playing in the waves and fetching tennis balls thrown into the water. After hours of fun,Maverick is usually exhausted and look forward to a satisfying nap back at the hotel.- AV

Fall is here!

While this weekend is the offical end of summer, there is plenty of time left to hit the beach. After school starts back , things are a lot quieter at the beach and many of the beaches allow dogs again.

the sand is cooler, the water warm and best of all , the beach is empty!

Are you going to throw it?

Come on, hurry up, just throw the frisbee!

Thanks Mom!

A big old sloppy kiss is this Golden's way of thanking her human for taking her to the beach!

I don't wanta leave!

How about just a few more minutes? I promise I will be good and I am NOT tired yet!

Happy Face!

We all want our dogs to be happy, and after a day at the beach, a canine grin is sure to be your reward, even if you have to carry them home!

The next best thing!

Molly is enjoying looking at her advance copy of Salty Dogs. Reading the book is going to be the next best thing to being at the beach! The book will be out Sept 24th. While Molly likes to look at the pictures of her, there are pictures of Labs, Goldens, German Shepherds, Rat Terriers, Borzoi, Welsh Springer Spaniels, Wheaton Terriers, Boston Terriers and more. All of them are enjoying the beach in their own way.

Shake it off!

When you get to the beach, remember to shake off the stress from your daily life! It does a body good!

Visiting Honey!

While I was at the Outer Banks this week I got to visit with an old friend. I first photographed Honey about eight years ago. Over the years I have taken many pictures of her and her photos have appeared in many calendars and publications. She still likes swimming but might be a little slower now.

It is always nice to visit with old friends!

Find your own fun!

Some dogs naturally find a way to entertain themselves. First this way, then that way, tail chasing gives this beach loving JRT a lot of fun in the sun. And best of all if nothing exciting is happening, the tail is always available.

All wet now!

From clean and dry one minute to soaking wet and salty the next!

One last run!

The light is beginning to fade but someone just doesn't want to give up! One last run before we go.

Ball Freak!

Just because Basenjis are sighthounds doesn't mean they can't be ball freaks as well.

Digging Dog!

I know that rascally sand crab is down here somewhere. Where did he go?

Play time!

It really doesn't take much to please a dog. A sunny day, their favorite human and a stick to play with is all most dogs need!

A little sand on the paw!

Sometimes to have fun, you just have to get sandy!

Run Golden Run!

At the beach, the puppies run and play. By the end of the day, their little legs will be tired from trying to keep up with the big guys. Just remember a tired puppy is a good puppy!

Sometimes it's cold!

Just because it is the beach , doesn't mean it is always warm. A little more body fat would have kept this guy a little warmer.

Run, Dobie,Run!

Nothing like the joy of an offlead run on the beach!