The post below is sponsored by KURGO. The fact I cannot stop myself from handing the reigns over to Charming *and* my LOVE of their stuffs is all my own.
When last we spoke I was getting used to my new harness.
I cant lie–please don’t tell my owner roommate–I love my harness.
I feel safe, secure and the RED makes my fur look ahhhmazing—but I digress.
Ive more pressing matters at hand paw.
Today I got dressed and just knew something out of the ordinary was going to happen.
My owner roommate had on jeans (she does not wear these on the reg), she filled her backpack with odd stuffs, and crammed the car with coolers and poop bags.
The next thing I knew my harness was affixed to a strappy thing (owner roommate note: that would be a seat belt) and I was connected to the seat.
To my surprise instead of feeling constrained and less…Charming: I felt free!
Free to relax, free check out the scenery and FREE from worry about falling or flying through the air.
My owner roommate is NOT known for her ability to brake gently.
I was tethered. I was safe. I still had room to relax and hang with my BFF friend Marge.
I still had no idea where we were headed.
As soon as we stopped—I made it the entire way without a pee break BTW!—the big biped leaped from the car and greeted the sunshine with glee.
She was overjoyed.
I was nervous.
Where were we? Why were we there? Why was my little biped roommate shouting in delight?!
For once I was thrilled to see my six foot leash.
Long enough to give me sweet sweet freedom—but not too much.
What the HECK is that large animal I see in the distance?!
Seriously, Lady. You’re cute and all but QUIT POSING.
I think there’s something SUPER SCARY behind us!
Yep. Terrifying. Look at those BRAIDS!!!
Why is the little roommate so fearless? Doesn’t she see the beast above her?!
I’m so out of here. A-SAP!
I have an idea!
Lets go back to the car and you can strap me in!!
Are you ready to leave? It is scary here!!
What?! You love it? You want to *play* with the big creaturebeasts?!
Fine. I’ll watch from afar.
…and steal some of the Beast’s water from a’close while he’s distracted.
Go brave little biped go!!!
Speaking of which Ive had fun, but I’m wiped out.
Perhaps it is finally time for us TO GO! as well?
Please?
(cue dreams of couch-lolling and bully stick gnawing)
And.
Scene.
Charming is a five month old goldendoodle. He enjoys his new freedom after being fully vaccinated, getting brushed and pretending to have swagger when he’s really a mama’s boy puppy.
misszippy says
April 2, 2014 at 3:34 amCharming’s adventures have begun! I love the idea of the car harness…Tori thinks she belongs on my lap while I’m driving. Not really ideal!
Runner Girl says
April 2, 2014 at 3:52 amI love how you bring Charming everywhere with you!!!
Alfie says
April 2, 2014 at 4:42 amI love that too AND how you know the importance of keeping him safe.
Rock on Carla and Kurgo!!
Amanda - RunToTheFinish says
April 2, 2014 at 4:09 amTotally agree, I love the car seat harness!! I think that was the biggest issue with our full bred collie in the car, she was everywhere!
Healthy Mama says
April 2, 2014 at 4:14 amDoes Charming chew the harness while you drive?
This is such a cute post.
Carla says
April 2, 2014 at 4:43 amI was totally shocked he doesnt chew!! I wonder if it is because he’s been tethered in the car as long as he can remember?
I wasnt as smart with our bullmastiff–I shall blame ignorance–and he was crazy while I drove and if I stopped and got out (even for a MINUTE to pop something in the mail box) he was in the drivers seat…
Katrina Elle says
April 2, 2014 at 4:18 amHow fun! Jaeden would love a date with Charming 😉
Rita says
April 2, 2014 at 4:22 amFantastic pictures and such a fun post.
We never restrain our Golden when we drive, but we probably should.
Coco says
April 2, 2014 at 4:32 amWe definitely to get the seat belt harness for TL. So glad Charming is hip with the on the reg lingo. (Love the pic of Tornado feeding(?) the horse)
Marcia says
April 2, 2014 at 4:36 amAwwww what a fun field trip!
lindsay Cotter says
April 2, 2014 at 4:44 amahh charming. his adventures make me smile! how do i get this kurgo for sadie?
Jamie @ Rise.Run.Mom.Repeat. says
April 2, 2014 at 4:46 amI love when Charming writes. 🙂
Carla says
April 2, 2014 at 4:47 amit really is shocking to me (ignorance! ignorance! I plead the i-word) how I let the LAB and BULLMASTIFF ride free.
this is what KURGO sent me:
http://www.kurgostore.com/dog-harnesses/tru-fit-enhanced-strength-harness-3055-series/
and I love enough to BUY another so the husband always has one in his car too.
Linz @ Itz Linz says
April 2, 2014 at 4:50 amlol!! awesome post!! and that last picture?!?! PRICELESS!!
Fancy Nancy says
April 2, 2014 at 5:08 amWhat a great idea for the harness in the car!!! Your daughter is just so poised with those horses!!
Maureen says
April 2, 2014 at 5:09 amWe have something very similar for Sasha and while she doesn’t LOVE it, she tolerates it. That last picture with Charming’s paw reaching toward Tornado…precious!
Jennifer says
April 2, 2014 at 5:22 amI love me a labradoodle – they seem so happy. My Brittany Spaniel hates being put in her harness, maybe it’s not as comfy as this one — need to check ’em out.
Jody - Fit at 56 says
April 2, 2014 at 5:24 amOMG, LOVED this from beginning to end! Like reading a story for fun!!! Pics – always love but really love & that last one – PRICELESS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Betsy says
April 2, 2014 at 5:40 amAwww! I love these posts! That last pic is so cute!
Carrie Skoll says
April 2, 2014 at 5:58 amMy dogs are such a mess in the car. I have done the harness thing and I have 2, I’m just lazy. Must. Stop.
Love Charming 🙂 I’ve had dogs that were petrified of horses, it’s rather entertaining to see their confusion. ‘What are those huge things and why are you not scared?’
Krysten (@darwinianfail) says
April 2, 2014 at 6:50 amI love that he traveled so well. And love that you found a way to keep him safe and comfortable. Clark likes to sit in the passenger seat like a person!
Hannah says
April 2, 2014 at 7:40 amThat last photo is priceless.
I don’t have kids so my dogs are my kids.
They are always buckled.
Kim says
April 2, 2014 at 10:39 amCharming really is charming!!! I had no idea that such a strap existed – what a great way to keep your pet safe!!
And – look at the Tornado – she looks like a pro!!!
Sweet picture of the tired pals on the trip home!!
Jenny says
April 2, 2014 at 10:49 amMatthew hates the harness (which as a trained service dog is totally surprising!!) but stays right at our side on a 6′ leash, but since he comes nearly EVERYWHERE with us, I need something to secure him in the car. But….our car is too small for him to have his own designated seat. Therefore, he lays on the floor under the kids feet in the back. I need a much bigger car.
Yvonne says
April 2, 2014 at 10:52 amI’d never considered harnessing my pup in when I drove (!!!!!).
mimi says
April 2, 2014 at 11:20 amWhile i don’t have a dog, i now know what some relatives and friends who do have dogs will be getting for Christmas.
Sarah Kay Hoffman says
April 2, 2014 at 12:18 pmSeriously. How adorable. All of it.
Yum Yucky says
April 2, 2014 at 1:12 pm…and now I’m thinking… Child Harness. Ya know, for walking the kid around the mall… ain’t the first time I used one. It was necessary.
Kierston says
April 2, 2014 at 1:56 pmOh my goodness I love this. I must do a Teddy post too! His new thing now is putting the leash in his mouth while I walk him…so it’s almost like he’s walking me lol I see as, we are walking together 😉
I’m so happy you got a Doodle 🙂
Kelly says
April 2, 2014 at 4:41 pmLooks like a perfect spring day!
Purely Twins says
April 2, 2014 at 5:03 pmlooks like a fun day!!
I remember when Jax saw a horse for the first time, he was so scared. He was not sure what to think 😉
GiGi Eats Celebrities says
April 2, 2014 at 5:36 pmOh those dog harnesses bring back a lot of memories of my stubborn dogs!!!!!! They won’t get NEAR THEM! Charming is so well behaved!!!
Michelle says
April 3, 2014 at 8:15 amOh my…now, these are some adorable pictures. THanks for sharing!!
Luche de Leche says
April 4, 2014 at 1:00 pmI love the idea of a harness. I never used one with my husky and although he doesn’t jump around like a puppy anymore I wonder if he would be safer with a harness? Is it too late to start using a harness if a dog is already 3 years old?