If you haven’t gotten the memo, we’re kind of obsessed with our dogs. In fact, our dogs are one of the main reasons @richardcrill and I chose an RV to live and travel in full-time compared to any other nomadic means of transportation. We knew when we started dreaming this up that our dogs had to be a part of this.
To be honest, RV life would be kind of dull without our dogs. It’s all thanks to them that we explore farther than we normally would. They help us find the best views, hiking trails, and swimming holes. They’re always within arms reach if you need to cuddle. And they’re always game for the next adventure! Sure, dog hair becomes one with your clothes and bedding, but when I look back on the memories we’re making together, it’s all worth it.
Without further adieu, we’d like to finally introduce you to our wacky pack!
TURBO
If you don't get dirty, did you really even play?
Turbo is an Australian Shepherd and he’ll be 8 this year! He’s been my little shadow ever since I picked him up to take him home at 9 weeks. Turbo is always down for an adventure and it’s literally impossible to tire him out. Trust me, I’ve been trying his whole life.
He is obsessed with the game of fetch, swimming, and is the happiest when both fetch and swimming are combined. His other obsession would have to be (my) food. He’s wicked smart and I have to basically booby-trap the kitchen anytime we leave.
Out of all the dogs, Turbo is definitely the most “injury-prone” - this year’s annual emergency trip to the vet was for eating a bunch of rocks. Yes, I did say he was smart BUT his love for food (even if it happens to be on top of a pile of rocks) seems to override his, erm..intelligence 😅
SOOKIE
My wild child ❤️
Sookie is 4 years old and this is as big as she's getting. She may be small, but don’t let that fool you - she’s really just a big dog trapped in a little dog’s body. Sookie is full of spunk and even more serious about the game of fetch than Turbo, although she plays a little differently. Instead of chasing the ball, she chases Turbo with her own ball (or stick, or leaf, or blade of grass - pretty much the closest thing to her) in her mouth - it’s the funniest thing to watch and it never gets old.
I have my mom to thank for bringing this spunky girl into my life. My mom, who worked for the Humane Society of North Texas at the time, texted me a picture of Sookie one day. Apparently, 40 dogs that looked just like Sookie were rescued from a hoarding situation. Sookie was in a small cage with her brothers and sisters, most likely her entire life considering the living situation. My mom kept begging me to adopt her because of how cute would it be to have a smaller version of Turbo. My mom remained persistent and thankfully, I caved in.
I still don’t really know what mix she is, but one woman summed her up perfectly after asking me what she was - after saying I'm not sure, she said "Oh, you mean she's just half cute & half adorable." So, I’m just saying that from now on 💁
GRAYSON
Ike is obviously his favorite - I'm finally coming to terms with it.
Our most recent addition to the pack is our sweet boy, Grayson. He was a total surprise and came into our lives at the perfect time. At the time we got him, Ike’s beloved English bulldog, Cosmo, had just passed the previous year at 10 years old. We only had my dogs after that, and it always felt like something was missing. After a year or so passed, we had talked about the idea of adopting another dog, but nothing ever felt right.
We first met Grayson when he moved in next door at our neighbor’s house - her brother had just moved to Denver for a job, and couldn’t take Grayson, so our neighbor ended up keeping him. He would bark at us on the porch and run away if we tried to pet him. Eventually, he finally let @richardcrill pet him and the rest is history.
Soon after that, Grayson started coming over to play in the yard with our dogs and he’d end up spending all day at our house. We would send him home every night, but even that got more difficult. Our neighbor said he would just cry and sulk when he had to go home.
We eventually all came to an agreement that we’d let Grayson live with us if he wanted to - what’s one more dog?! I honestly think he just loved being part of a pack, and now I can’t imagine our pack without him. He’s the much needed yin, calming energy that balances out our crazy Aussies.
Grayson's first mountain hike! He loves wearing his backpack!
It’s been an absolute joy to watch Grayson blossom on this trip! He’s becoming more outgoing and confident by the day. He’s actually been getting so much love and attention from strangers while we’ve been in the northwest. And he’s 100% eating it up 😏
Now that you’ve met our pack, we’d LOVE to meet yours! Please feel free to gush about your furbabies & bonus points if you share their photos in the comments below!
The Dodge Mahal Crew
Co-Pilots - @lindseylambz & @richardcrill
🐶Turbo
🐶Sookie
🐶Grayson
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Beautiful doggies
Nice to meet you & your pooch! Thanks so much for sharing a photo of your cute pup!
Amazing pack!
Thanks so much!!
Lovely dogs!
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Thanks so much!!
Wow!! All of them are too cute and adorable! Those photos are very nice. They are lucky to have you as their owner :) I wish that all puppies were as happy as yours!
Aww that's so kind of you to say!! We feel like the lucky ones though! I too wish all dogs could have a happy home - the world would be a much happier place if everyone realized how amazing dogs are, don't ya think?! ❤️
Of course I do! The saying that the dog is the best friend is completely true :) And I would love when people would realize that they are not just 'toys'..
Awww I love this post, your doggies are beautiful and in the pictures is noticeable each personality:
It's really nice that you had think in your dogs for share the adventure :D
And now, I'll introduce you my little one, Chizza:
Some time ago, I participated in a contest with pictures of her if you want to see more haha: https://steemit.com/spanish/@aleli/concurso-de-fotografia-cervantes-9a-entrega
Oh. My. Goodness!! Chizza is such a cutie pie!! 😍😍😍 And you NAILED their personalities haha thanks for taking the time to read this post & sharing a photo of your adorable Chizza!
Obviously! Everyone should take the time to meet those beautiful dogs! Thanks to you! I love the spaces where I can share my lovely lady.
I love half cute and half adorable! The perfect name for a dog breed! They all look like they're so much fun. We vacationed one year with our German Shepherd in an RV and travel all around the Southwest and it was a joy to have her there with us. She loved going out on adventures during the daytime. Such good memories! Because of many various circumstances, I don't have a pet in my life right now and I'm actually pretty envious of all of yours. They look wonderful.
Aww I'm so glad you got to experience RV life with your dog! I love how dogs let us see everything around us with fresh eyes - just like children. I'm definitely soaking it all up while it lasts! Thank you for your lovely comment & for taking the time to read this post! ❤️
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I can imagine it would be so fun to live in an RV but with many dogs (wacky pack :D).. I'm not too sure at all.. Though, you guys seem fine & fun! I love the pic when the little goes into Richard's neck. That's cute & adorable, I agree! :D
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