Thursday, April 18, 2013

Hiking Socks

My favorite little hiking companion, our 6-pound (2.7 kg) dog Socks will hike for miles with me. Here he is looking a little tired at the top of Mount Herman on a summer day.
When he sees me getting my hiking stuff ready he gets very excited. If I get out my backpack the night before, the next morning he won't leave my side until he's in the car! Here he is on the Thomas Trail, a steep one where he has to scramble up rocks.
He's a great little companion, and a perfect subject for the Pets Forever meme, as well as the Camera Critters meme.
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24 comments:

  1. Sylvia KApril 18, 2013 at 7:31 PM

    He looks so HAPPY!! And I'm happy for both of you!! Sam isn't doing well and I'm afraid we're approaching that time that no pet lover wants to see coming. Have a great weekend, Al, give Socks a pat for us.

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  2. Linda W.April 18, 2013 at 9:41 PM

    What a cute little guy! My dog Bear is the same way. He absolutely loves hiking and sticks to me like glue if he sees me getting my backpack out.

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  3. sonia a. mascaroApril 18, 2013 at 10:21 PM

    Love seeing photo of dear Socks!
    It is just great that he hikes for miles with you. Sounds he had a great time at the top of the mountain. I would love to be there with you and Socks!
    Sending lots of kisses to Socks!

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  4. ArijaApril 19, 2013 at 4:27 AM

    He is such a happy chappy! My dog sticks to me lie glue when I go to open the yard gate, let alone put anything into the car.

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  5. Beth NiquetteApril 19, 2013 at 11:33 AM

    Oh, Al--what a dear DEAR little fellow! He does look so happy. lol Thank the Lord for our little Friends.

    How are you doing? I'm starting to get back in touch here in blogland. It's been a very hard year or more.

    Things SEEM to be settling down a bit--but we shall see.

    Have a lovely weekend, my Friend.

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  6. EstherApril 19, 2013 at 12:24 PM

    No es de extrañar que este cansadito calcetines, con todo ese pelo y tanta calor, pobrecillos.cuanto queremos a nuestros amigos de cuatro patas verdad' se lo merecen.feliz fin de semana.bikiños

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  7. Kalyan PanjaApril 20, 2013 at 12:18 AM

    simply beautifully captured shot... lovely!

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  8. AnonymousApril 20, 2013 at 1:09 AM

    oh qu'il est adorable

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  9. eileeninmdApril 20, 2013 at 10:51 AM

    Dogs are great companions. Your little Socks is a cutie. Happy weekend to you!

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  10. ViolaApril 20, 2013 at 4:36 PM

    So fun to read about sweet little Socks! He is an adorable dog! I'm sure you'll have many lovely trips beyond! :)

    The snow has melted here for some time ago. I guess you too don't have white grounds nowaday..?

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  11. AnonymousApril 20, 2013 at 5:23 PM

    What a great little hiking buddy!

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  12. KarenApril 20, 2013 at 5:29 PM

    Oh what a sweetie!

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  13. VagabondeApril 20, 2013 at 7:42 PM

    Such a sweet little dog! He is a great companion for you and your picture shows his excitement well.

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  14. AnonymousApril 20, 2013 at 11:34 PM

    That's the best kind of companion. Lovely!

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  15. sonia a. mascaroApril 21, 2013 at 9:24 AM

    Just great that you saw Frank Zappa in live concert! Sounds an amazing show!

    Hope you and yours have a lovely Sunday.
    Sending kisses to Socks.

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  16. giorno26 ¸¸.•*¨*•.April 21, 2013 at 11:07 AM

    Hi Socks !!!!!
    Sei bellissimo.
    Baci MYriam :))

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  17. Tina´s PicStoryApril 21, 2013 at 11:19 AM

    so sweet :)

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  18. Magia da InêsApril 21, 2013 at 11:51 AM

    Que companheiro de viagem mais fofo!
    Muito bonitinho!!!

    ♪♫ Boa semana!
    ღ° Beijinhos do Brasil ღ
    ¸.•°♡♡⊱彡

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  19. Kay L. DaviesApril 21, 2013 at 5:14 PM

    Socks is SO cute. And it's great to have a hiking companion.
    I love your shot of the Capilano Suspension Bridge in my old stomping grounds. Not that I ever walked across it (paralyzing fear of heights) but North Vancouver is one of the places I lived in my 50+ years as a British Columbian. Now I live on the prairie in Alberta. I might walk on a bridge across the South Saskatchewan River, but, then again, I might not.
    Nice to see you and Socks at Pet Pride, and you've reminded me I didn't post to Camera Critters this weekend.
    K

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  20. SquirrelQueenApril 21, 2013 at 7:10 PM

    Socks is such a cute little fellow. It looks like he is enjoying every moment of his adventure.

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  21. PiaApril 22, 2013 at 12:41 PM

    Lucky you to have this cute dog as co hiker!

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  22. Sallie (FullTime-Life)April 22, 2013 at 5:04 PM

    Wonderful Socks...he's a real trooper.

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  23. HildaApril 22, 2013 at 10:42 PM

    Nice to meet you, Socks!

    It's amazing that this little cutie can go on all those hikes with you. Give him a tummy rub for me!

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  24. Lina GustinaApril 28, 2013 at 11:33 AM

    Adorable dog :)
    Thanks for dropping by.

    www.1sthappyfamily.com

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