Here’s a summary of the various dog-friendly water sports discussed in your content:
1. Paddleboarding
- A great starter sport for dogs.
- Example: Rosie began paddleboarding at seven months on a family vacation.
- Locations:
- Wheel Fun Rentals, Minneapolis
- Tahoe Waterman Landing, Lake Tahoe, California
- Paddle Cove, near Scottsdale, Arizona
- Beach Harbor Resort, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
2. Surfing
- Dogs are natural surfers, stable on all four paws.
- Ensure dog is confident and you are a skilled surfer first.
- Locations:
- Ohana Surf & Skate, Galveston, Texas
- Pro SUP Shop, Marina Del Rey, California
- Salty Dog Paddle, Palm Beach, Florida
3. Kayaking
- Dogs generally sit in front of the person rowing.
- Size limit: average family dog.
- Locations:
- Mendocino County, California (sea kayaking)
- Lake Placid, New York (lake kayaking)
- Manhattan Kayak on the Hudson River
- Lazy Dog Adventures, Key West, Florida
4. Canoeing
- Larger than kayaks, suitable for any size dog.
- Capable of fitting two people and a dog comfortably.
In all activities, consider your dog’s comfort and experience with water, and gradually introduce them to the sport.
