That little Katahdin sign that you made for Zoby is the sweetest thing I've seen in a long time. You made me cry :D
@robertschillo1952
Жыл бұрын
The thing that amazed me was how athletic Zoby was. He went over obstacles like they were nothing. I have a black Lab. She would not have made it 5 miles on Flat Ground. And to hike that distance is amazing. Both you and Zoby are absolutely amazing. Your Summit video was outstanding. Your discussion of your faith and how the hike was like a walk of faith really hit me hard. I watched that video 3 times. Thank you so much for bringing us along on your journey. I hope life brings you much happiness.
@wthurman5910
Жыл бұрын
Love what a good Mom you are for Zoby. He is very well loved 💞and cared for. Safe travels to y'all 🙏❤️❤️🐾🐾🎄⛄🎁🎀💕⭐👍✌️☕
@travelingwithtonya
Жыл бұрын
Awww thank you! I do my best for him, he is my baby! 🐾❤️
@sandrap3047
Жыл бұрын
You had to do a lot of extra work & pay a lot of extra money to be able to take sweet Zoby, but so glad you did! I loved watching him hike! Still can't believe those tiny white furry legs hiked over 2000 miles! He's such an incredible little man!
@travelingwithtonya
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! And yes, he certainly is THE MAN lol!! 🐾❤️
@douglynch9012
Жыл бұрын
Good evening Monarch from Erwin,TN. Thought I'd share some information concerning snakes on the AT since I've been involved with the study of herpetology most of my life. The snakebite kits that include suction devices are worthless and I'm surprised that they are still available commercially. Think of a snake's fangs as hypodermic needles. Once the venom is injected, you can't suction it back out of a bloodstream or tissue. I spend considerable time hiking into areas ( near the AT ) photographing the Timber Rattlesnakes near densities and when my dog was still with me, those were hikes that he couldn't share with me. A bite to the face of a small dog like Zobie from an adult rattlesnake would almost certainly be fatal unless antivenom was immediately available.
@travelingwithtonya
Жыл бұрын
Hey Doug! Thank you SO much for your good info! Very interesting to hear you can't "suck" the venom back out -- you always hear to do that! I had no idea. Does venom automatically hit the bloodstream (human or canine) from wherever it strikes, or does the location of the bite need to be closer to larger veins and arteries? Forgive me if that's not worded well or a stupid question, I'm just so curious as to why the advice has been to suck the venom out if it just shoots into your bloodstream like an IV, which is inserted into a larger vein, hence my question. I was VERY concerned about Zoby getting bit by a venomous snake and it being lethal, which being honest, was one of the things that nearly kept me from attempting the thru-hike. But then I thought about the hundreds of miles in day hikes through GA, TN, NC and VA I had already taken him on, when snakes may have been present, and that didn't stop me. I just knew I had to be super vigilant, then was blessed with tramily members also doing so and "sweeping" snakes for us. For a dog that is curious with critters - the ones that go after frogs, toads, snakes, etc - what advice would you give those dog owners regarding snakes? I know Zoby being so small a bite could have been lethal, but do you have any personal experience seeing larger dogs with bites and how owners can react medically in the moment and then get help?
@douglynch9012
Жыл бұрын
@@travelingwithtonya Hey Monarch. As soon as a hypodermic needle or snake's fangs pierce the skin the contents being injected enter a vascular network and are quickly absorbed into the body. Certainly if a fang were to hit a major vein or artery the results could be almost immediate on a smaller animal. The good news is, is that a Copperhead is the least venomous of our venomous snakes and also the one that hikers and pets are most likely to be bitten by due to their cryptic camouflage and their tendency to remain very still in hope that you won't notice them. Even a bite to a small dog like Zoby would most likely not be fatal from a Copperhead. If in the event of a venomous snakebite while hiking, to a dog or a hiker, seek medical attention ASAP. Try to keep your pet as calm as possible and also carry the animal to the closest trailhead or your vehicle. Always be cautious about where you sit or place your hands when outdoors in venomous snake habitat.
@michaelleggieri7135
Жыл бұрын
I was waiting for this one . Thanks
@travelingwithtonya
Жыл бұрын
Awesome, so glad I was able to deliver! There will be more coming on hiking with dogs, and if you have any more questions or good advice to add, I'll likely do a follow-up video to this one in the future.
@HolisticHikes
Жыл бұрын
Great info here thanks for sharing, especially about ticks. Good to know about the AT as our experiences are more out west. Ticks are here but not like the AT. Have a good one :)
@travelingwithtonya
Жыл бұрын
My pleasure truly, and glad it was helpful! Yes, ticks in the east are a major problem, and I didn't realize when I began traveling out west they aren't as much so out there. I still protect him (and myself), but for sure you want to be vigilant with you, your gear and your pup when in Appalachia. A tip for humans - wear a hat and pull your hair up, and I prefer higher gaiters than ankle gaiters, but at least use the ankle ones. Ankles/shoes and neck/head around hair is where they love to hang out.
@HolisticHikes
Жыл бұрын
@@travelingwithtonya such a good tip, and def something to consider for us when we hike out east. THIS is why we love KZitem, learning new tops from live people who’ve actually already done it before! 👍
@TUPELO_HUNNY
2 ай бұрын
😂😂😂 most people aren't taking pocket pups but hes a cutie
@annesmall1720
9 ай бұрын
Our husky is not trained to be off leash. In your opinion would an extra long line be doable for those technical sections where you let your dog off leash?
@TUPELO_HUNNY
2 ай бұрын
Yes but you'd want to shorten it up when encountering other hikers and dogs.
@alexstramp7688
Жыл бұрын
How many miles a day could he do?
@-Ennui-
Жыл бұрын
This is exactly the advice I needed! Glad I found your video! I want to thru hike the AT but have a small doggo the same size as your baby so a lot of other people's advice with big dogs won't work for me.
@stanthemanhikes2965
Жыл бұрын
You forgot one big warning... #bewareofdognappers!!!
@travelingwithtonya
Жыл бұрын
hahahahahaa How could I forget that one?! Yes everyone, be aware your dog may not be "yours" by the end of the trail anymore. LOL
@TUPELO_HUNNY
2 ай бұрын
Are there technical areas on the trail between Springer and Shenandoah?
@conniesulse7014
Жыл бұрын
Greetings from NY! I think I saw you, Zoby and Stan at the Bellvale Creamery last summer 😊
@FunWithEnduringArts
Жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thank you
@jackiehorn3724
8 ай бұрын
The problem with the service dog thing is a lot of people lie to the rangers about their dog being a service dog. I am a national park worker in the rangers station. Now, that being said, I asked one of the law enforcement rangers what was the whole issue with the dog thing. We were told by our direct supervisor that the national parks was considering not allowing employees to bring their dogs any longer. They were considering grandfathering in current employees with dogs, but new employees could not have a dog. But, they sort of dropped it. But the ranger said people do not follow leashing regulations, they do not pick up and carry out the dog excrement, and domestic animals excrement can make wildlife sick, and wildlife excrement makes domestic animals sick. And there are other issues. Dogs peeing on the museum exhibits in the ranger stations, and their hair makes it cost more to mai rain these exhibits and that causes damage to some types of ancient artifacts. And everyone Always thinks their dog is the exception and would not do this. So it is an issue for them. And the fact that almost anyone can call up these companies and get an emotional support animal certificate, and the vests are so easily purchased has not made it easy for those who have true service animals. Sad to say.
@TUPELO_HUNNY
2 ай бұрын
As a service dog trainer/handler, you are allowed to ask what the dog's job is. Legally, the dog must perform at least 2 tasks to assist its disabled handler. I have an anaphylaxis alert service dog and my life is literally her paws well nose 😂
@TheDolphinmedley
Жыл бұрын
Loved seeing all the clips again! Love little Zoby! ❤🐾 Y’all, Tonya has shared so much knowledge based on experience. She’s been so consistent with her videos and content. The hiking community deserves to have creators with paid subscriptions. They put in so much work sharing with us. Consider subscribing to the channel.
@travelingwithtonya
Жыл бұрын
*she is not being paid to say this lol 🤣🤣* Thank you Amy, you are too kind. I love giving back to help people get questions answered and build their confidence to go out and do that "hard thing" they are dreaming about. Love the support. ❤️❤️
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