I have been kayaking with my collie for a few years now and it was really trial and error once I got my kayak. Its actually a pelican like the blue one, my mom has a more open one which is an ascend. I’ve tried other kayak types and brands (we actually found a rental place that was dog friendly one day when out with my friends) but both of my dog and I are most comfortable with our pelican. It’s nice to see other people enjoying this activity. I’m watching this to see other people’s tips as my mom got a new dog who is interested in the water.
I just covered my aft deck with neoprene for my dog to have a decent amount of traction to stay on the boat. She goes everywhere I go so I do expect it will be a good experience and she will find it enjoyable
I have been watching videos all day & then I came across yours! I wish I had found you first thing! Lol.. Loki is so sweet! I had to laugh when I saw Loki sprawled out & legs hanging over the side!😂🤣 My husky & I will be heading out on the water in a couple of months! Thank you for sharing! 👍🤗🐾🐾
*You did well with Loki* *I taught my Akita/Husky cross named Scout to ride on the back seat of my Gold Wing.* *I've found that most large dogs just chill and relax during new experiences ... when they trust you.* *Great video guys. Can't wait to get our kayaks and get on the water again.*
Hi no nonsense! Thanks for watching! Also thanks for sharing about your pup on your gold wing, that’s awesome! Keep an eye out for a video I’ll post soon, as a primer, we went on vacation recently, went kayaking, brought Loki and saw wild dolphins within only a few feet of us an Loki. Thanks again for watching!
Love it!! He's so well behaved. My husband purchased me a Perception tandem for me and my Great Dane service dog. I've yet to go on the water with her. I'm just praying she won't pitch us overboard. She's kinda hefty.
Thank you. I'm getting ready to take my Chihuahua out on the lake. He and I are very much in tune - like you and your good boy. I had a feeling it would be pretty chill. Thank again!
you have a great boy there IWe had that brand life jacket. If it gets wwet frequently the stitching comes apart. But Lokey seems to be fine keeping it dry
Man i hope my dog behaves. He is the most hyper muscley little dog. All 38 pounds of that bully. Gonna do 60 miles down the brazos this weekend. Gotta test it out tomorrow. Your boy was so good.
@@TheComebackKid He did good this weekend. It definitely helped to have him when it dropped in the 40s. He was a good warmer. Im gonna make a video soon. I had to walk around 2 rapid sections cuz i wasnt about to risk it with him. I bought a neoprine vest and put noodles on it cuz i couldnt find doggie vest. Next time it will only be for small trips
Where can I find such streams?? I long to have a kayak. I’ve had my heart set on a big Hobie... hope the name is right. -Its been two years since I’ve seen it.😃. They aren’t getting any cheaper! Ebay maybe!!? Loki is an awesome puppy! What a beauty!!!! Why did he cry when he saw your wife? Worried about her? Loki wanted to jump ship! The leash is important in case he sees a buck or a cougar or black bear 🐻
I wish I was able to simply lift my 108 lb long bodied and freaks-out-easily lab x into a kayak. I just bought my first one and we're going to have to take the long route of taking time to desensitize and get him comfortable in and around it starting in the house.
Hi paing! You can do it, just might take some training but once you get your pup comfortable in the kayak you and your pup will love it! Thanks for watching!
Much easier to start when they are pups. Just took my 4 month old black lab/golden retriever mix and he did fine jumped in a few times but what would you expect from a water dog
Hi Eddie! Agreed, that’s why we started Loki at a young age, it’d be tough getting a couple year old 100lb german shepherd into a kayak without having ever done it before. Good luck with your pup!
Such a cute puppers! Wanting to take my large senior golden retriever yakking in my new 10.5 ft kayak. He loves to swim. Anyone have any tips for kayaking with a large dog that likes to swim? I don’t know how they get back in after exiting the boat into the water! Hoping this is possible because I know he’d love it if I can figure it out! Thanks.
Hi Whitney! My tip would be to get your pup use to the boat/kayak ride. Loki loves swimming as well and is known to “abandon ship” every now and again 😀Thanks for watching.
What do you mean by boat/ kayak ride? And it’s a great video loved watching bc I stumbled on it after watching ur vid of him in the boat! My dog is about the same size and kinda heavy lol I’m afraid I won’t be able to pull him back into the yak!
This is awesome! I have a blue heeler who loves the water and would love this. I am looking into the tandem sit on top kayaks or the fishing sit on top kayaks. Glad to see it can be done in a single kayak! Did he try and jump out at all at fish? I'm worried about my pup trying to jump on gators as we live in FL and spot them on every kayak trip.
Hi Heather! First off thanks for watching. Loki does great every time we go kayaking, just lays there and enjoys the ride. For further proof of this, check out my video titled “puppy kayaks with dolphins”. In that video we were kayaking with Loki and two wild dolphins swam around our kayaks for hours. This didn’t bother Loki at all. Thanks again for watching!
I might have missed it, but do you make a little cushion for him or was that part of the kayak? how did you make him more comfortable ? Thank you for the video !!
Lovely dog, I too have a GSD and just purchased a kayak. Did he take a while to get used to getting in the kayak and in the water? Mines doesn't seem to like the kayak.
Hi Rolando! Thanks for watching and commenting! To answer your question, I started him young like maybe a couple months old and honestly he enjoyed it from the very first day. He jumped in the kayak the first boat trip right onto my lap, he’s enjoyed the hot rides ever since. I’d say ease into it with your pup if they’re not loving it like Loki did. You’ll get there!
Hi Anthony. It depends on what you’re doing. If you’re kayaking with a 100 ln german shepherd between your legs, I’d go with the 10 foot kayak I bought. Thanks for watching !
Hi catniptrips! First off thanks for watching. This trip was a little over 2 hours. Loki is resting on my Goruck GR1 backpack, I had clothes and a towel in it so it was nice and soft. He loves riding in the kayak with us!
I have a pelican argo 100 same size as your but i dont think my pit wuold stay in my luck wuold be we wuold get out to muddle first segal he sees hes jumping out lol
Hi Travis, depends on your definition of big. My buddy Loki the german shepherd in the video weighs 100lbs and it works out great. On a side note check out my video titled “puppy kayaks with dolphins” you’ll love it. Hope u and your pup hit the high seas as well in your kayak!
PAHHKtheCAHHR my dog is a shep mix that weighs 180, I want to take him but I’m nervous he’s too big. He’s big but it’s more weight than height. Your vid gave me hope. There’s a shop where I’ve been talking to a man about which kayak will work for both our weights. I’m 140. Lol so you see...
Where is the ideal kayaking location where I can have a big garden, reno a home, have a big lap pool, find a wonderful outdoor fanatic who doesn’t hunt... but loves to fish 😃 and explore????? .....Someone who is brave, wise, affectionate, hairy, OPEN minded, strong, awesome smile and exudes “ inner beauty” and is an Artist who sells his creations?? Any type of “Artist”....and living well is an art.🤓 I paint and sculpt and am a nature and water fanatic, I do not want a covid shot because I have sn immune system and the vaccines have not been tested properly... My knight in shining armor doesn’t take drugs, DEFINATELY DOESNT SMOKE, loves get aways, curious, empathetic, OPTIMISTIC, a homeopathic type, doesn’t drink alcohol often, No cheating, no gambling, supportive, SANE..💝 Are you out there? Looking for my twin 😳🥰 Yes, I know this isnt a dating site 😂😂😂New subscriber 7/21. - Glad I found fellow kayak and animal lovers😃😃😃😃
Awesome video but it's not very safe to have him leashed up to the boat. I would hate for the kayak to flip and the poor pup get hurt. Maybe just keeping the leash within your reach but not connected would be a safer idea
Still could get tangled on something underwater, especially if you were to tip by submerged branches. Personally, I just keep the leash handy next to me and clip it on as we are approaching shore.
What if the dog jumps or falls off, panics and swims away from the kayak? What if kayak flips/sinks? Dogs are good swimmers but they can’t tread water for ever.
He did pretty good for his first time!
I have been kayaking with my collie for a few years now and it was really trial and error once I got my kayak. Its actually a pelican like the blue one, my mom has a more open one which is an ascend. I’ve tried other kayak types and brands (we actually found a rental place that was dog friendly one day when out with my friends) but both of my dog and I are most comfortable with our pelican. It’s nice to see other people enjoying this activity. I’m watching this to see other people’s tips as my mom got a new dog who is interested in the water.
I just covered my aft deck with neoprene for my dog to have a decent amount of traction to stay on the boat. She goes everywhere I go so I do expect it will be a good experience and she will find it enjoyable
Excellent! As long as your dog listens to you then you can do anything.
Beautiful! I kayak with my dog and we both love it!
Good Men, Good dog, Good kayak! 👍
Your German shepherd is so awesome. Your good people!
Hi Bryan. Thanks for watching pal!
I have been watching videos all day & then I came across yours! I wish I had found you first thing! Lol..
Loki is so sweet! I had to laugh when I saw Loki sprawled out & legs hanging over the side!😂🤣
My husky & I will be heading out on the water in a couple of months!
Thank you for sharing! 👍🤗🐾🐾
Hi Traveling granny. Loki absolutely loves anything involving the water, glad he made you laugh, he’s a goofball. Thanks for watching!
I live off the water and kayaking is a big part of my life and we’re getting a dog soon so thanks for this video
Sounds idyllic
*You did well with Loki*
*I taught my Akita/Husky cross named Scout to ride on the back seat of my Gold Wing.*
*I've found that most large dogs just chill and relax during new experiences ... when they trust you.*
*Great video guys. Can't wait to get our kayaks and get on the water again.*
Hi no nonsense! Thanks for watching! Also thanks for sharing about your pup on your gold wing, that’s awesome! Keep an eye out for a video I’ll post soon, as a primer, we went on vacation recently, went kayaking, brought Loki and saw wild dolphins within only a few feet of us an Loki. Thanks again for watching!
PAHHKtheCAHHR
*I clicked the bell. I'll watch for it. Looking forward to watching more*
Thanks for this great post, looking forward to more!
Such a good pupper
Hi Trevor, Loki says hi while he's sailing on the seven seas!
Love it!! He's so well behaved. My husband purchased me a Perception tandem for me and my Great Dane service dog. I've yet to go on the water with her. I'm just praying she won't pitch us overboard. She's kinda hefty.
Hi freelayncer thanks for watching and the feedback! You’ll have to post a video of you setting sail with your Great Dane! 😀
That dog totally knows you are talking about him. Clever boy!
You're right haha he's a smart pup and loves a good kayak ride! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Thank you.
I'm getting ready to take my Chihuahua out on the lake. He and I are very much in tune - like you and your good boy. I had a feeling it would be pretty chill. Thank again!
you have a great boy there
IWe had that brand life jacket. If it gets wwet frequently the stitching comes apart. But Lokey seems to be fine keeping it dry
Awesome. My wife and I pick up our german shepherd next month and this is one of our first plans to do with him
Hi Thomas. Best of luck with your new best friend,he’ll love sailing the open seas on your kayak. Thanks for watching pal!
Yes you were possibly thinking of a thunder jacket "comfort Jacket☺️
Man i hope my dog behaves. He is the most hyper muscley little dog. All 38 pounds of that bully. Gonna do 60 miles down the brazos this weekend. Gotta test it out tomorrow. Your boy was so good.
Hi Radio, How did your maiden voyage go? Thanks for watching!
@@TheComebackKid He did good this weekend. It definitely helped to have him when it dropped in the 40s. He was a good warmer. Im gonna make a video soon. I had to walk around 2 rapid sections cuz i wasnt about to risk it with him. I bought a neoprine vest and put noodles on it cuz i couldnt find doggie vest. Next time it will only be for small trips
“We found that he wasn’t enjoying the living room via kayak.” 🤣
Hi Amy thanks for watching. Loki says hi :)
Thanks for posting, my lab is going to love this!
Hi Michael, happy kayaking bud!
Where can I find such streams?? I long to have a kayak. I’ve had my heart set on a big Hobie... hope the name is right. -Its been two years since I’ve seen it.😃. They aren’t getting any cheaper! Ebay maybe!!?
Loki is an awesome puppy! What a beauty!!!! Why did he cry when he saw your wife? Worried about her? Loki wanted to jump ship! The leash is important in case he sees a buck or a cougar or black bear 🐻
Absolutely beautiful dog
+sasenrich1 thank you Loki is blushing😁. Tight squeeze in the kayak. Thanks for watching and subscribing.
Such a well behaved, and contented so it seems, GSD!
Hi Dennis, Loki is great, loves going for boat ride in the kayak, he loves the water
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Love the refrigerator dents!
Rick, you’re not the first to compliment my appliance blemishes, I’m blushing!
I wish I was able to simply lift my 108 lb long bodied and freaks-out-easily lab x into a kayak. I just bought my first one and we're going to have to take the long route of taking time to desensitize and get him comfortable in and around it starting in the house.
Hi paing! You can do it, just might take some training but once you get your pup comfortable in the kayak you and your pup will love it! Thanks for watching!
Love this video. I didn't realize before watching. Your pup is named Loki too, like my baby
Hi Naya, tell Loki that Loki says hi! Thanks for watching!
Truly liked the video. :)
Hi Julia, thanks for watching. I truly liked your comment :). Thanks again, glad you enjoyed the video!
Stay focused and always be aware
Great video!, and awesome dog!, i kayak with my pomeranian, lol alot easier when they are only 4lbs though lol,
Hi Andrew thanks for watching! Sounds like your pup is a “little” smaller than my buddy haha
I want to take my 18lb Maine coon. He loves adventure he already hikes with me.
@@JacquelinElizabethWrites awesome idea!!
Good boy confirmed!
My dog has too bad anxiety for this i think. Doberman 😅
You may want to invest in a Tandem Kayak :) I have an Old Town Otter Tandem and me and my dog (111 lbs.) Pit bull :) Plenty of room :)
You think I’d be ok with a sit on top 11.5ft fishing yak?
Think we already know we need a dog and a Kayak and paddles.
Much easier to start when they are pups. Just took my 4 month old black lab/golden retriever mix and he did fine jumped in a few times but what would you expect from a water dog
Hi Eddie! Agreed, that’s why we started Loki at a young age, it’d be tough getting a couple year old 100lb german shepherd into a kayak without having ever done it before. Good luck with your pup!
What size kayak and anything special? I don't have kayak and would like to get one. Also have a 80 lb lab/retriever and has never been in a kayak
Hi Leroy. My kayak in the video is one I bought at dicks sporting goods for $179, its a pelican brand kayak.
How close are you and Loki to the weight capacity on the kayak? I wanna try this with my boston terrier.
Such a cute puppers! Wanting to take my large senior golden retriever yakking in my new 10.5 ft kayak. He loves to swim. Anyone have any tips for kayaking with a large dog that likes to swim? I don’t know how they get back in after exiting the boat into the water! Hoping this is possible because I know he’d love it if I can figure it out! Thanks.
Hi Whitney! My tip would be to get your pup use to the boat/kayak ride. Loki loves swimming as well and is known to “abandon ship” every now and again 😀Thanks for watching.
What do you mean by boat/ kayak ride? And it’s a great video loved watching bc I stumbled on it after watching ur vid of him in the boat! My dog is about the same size and kinda heavy lol I’m afraid I won’t be able to pull him back into the yak!
Hi Whitney! Make sure you film your maiden kayak voyage....I’d love to check it out 😀
He is in the pocket of 'Big Life-jacket'
Hi Joe, thanks for watching!
This is awesome! I have a blue heeler who loves the water and would love this. I am looking into the tandem sit on top kayaks or the fishing sit on top kayaks. Glad to see it can be done in a single kayak!
Did he try and jump out at all at fish? I'm worried about my pup trying to jump on gators as we live in FL and spot them on every kayak trip.
Hi Heather! First off thanks for watching. Loki does great every time we go kayaking, just lays there and enjoys the ride. For further proof of this, check out my video titled “puppy kayaks with dolphins”. In that video we were kayaking with Loki and two wild dolphins swam around our kayaks for hours. This didn’t bother Loki at all. Thanks again for watching!
PAHHKtheCAHHR thanks! I'll check it out now :)
I'd love to do this. But sadly, my dog would probably keep standing up and jumping off yhe boat:/
I might have missed it, but do you make a little cushion for him or was that part of the kayak? how did you make him more comfortable ? Thank you for the video !!
Hi Kayla. We serve in flight kayak drinks to make my german shepherd more comfortable and gently sing him christmas songs. Thanks for watching.
@@TheComebackKid hahaha! What ever floats Loki’s boat! 🚣🏿♂️
Love this video! Sweet boy! What are you recording with-it’s a great video-nice pic and sound. Just curious. Thanks
Hi Shana! I filmed the video on my GoPro hero 5 black. Thanks for watching, Loki says hi!
Hi how big is the kayak ? I have a Shepard as well
Hi Xavier. I believe my kayak is like 8 or 9 feet long. Let me know how your kayaking trip goes with your pal your Shepherd!
Why does your dog need a life jacket? No hate just curious
Judge John Hodgeman brought me here.
lovely dog - makes me wanta cuddle mine
Hi Steve! Thanks for watching, tell your pup me and Loki said hello!
Nice video. I think you picked the wrong kayak. Sit in vs sit on
Lovely dog, I too have a GSD and just purchased a kayak. Did he take a while to get used to getting in the kayak and in the water? Mines doesn't seem to like the kayak.
Hi Rolando! Thanks for watching and commenting! To answer your question, I started him young like maybe a couple months old and honestly he enjoyed it from the very first day. He jumped in the kayak the first boat trip right onto my lap, he’s enjoyed the hot rides ever since. I’d say ease into it with your pup if they’re not loving it like Loki did. You’ll get there!
what sould i do if my dog jumps into the water to chase ducks?
What length kayak would you recommend
Hi Anthony. It depends on what you’re doing. If you’re kayaking with a 100 ln german shepherd between your legs, I’d go with the 10 foot kayak I bought. Thanks for watching !
@@TheComebackKid very helpful feedback!!!! Thank you!!
How long was this ride? Also is Loki leaning onto a pillow or backpack?
Hi catniptrips! First off thanks for watching. This trip was a little over 2 hours. Loki is resting on my Goruck GR1 backpack, I had clothes and a towel in it so it was nice and soft. He loves riding in the kayak with us!
I have a pelican argo 100 same size as your but i dont think my pit wuold stay in my luck wuold be we wuold get out to muddle first segal he sees hes jumping out lol
Hi just every thing, thanks for watching! You should give it a shot and hit the high seas with your pitbull :)
My dog is named Loki as well
Hi Julio! Great name! Great minds think alike!
would you say your dog is big??? because I have a Siberian husky n he's pretty big.... I wanna get this and take him.
Hi Travis, depends on your definition of big. My buddy Loki the german shepherd in the video weighs 100lbs and it works out great. On a side note check out my video titled “puppy kayaks with dolphins” you’ll love it. Hope u and your pup hit the high seas as well in your kayak!
thanks alot man! I ended up buy it anyways, I can't wait to see how he handles it lol. new sub!!
Time to set sail with your husky brotha!
PAHHKtheCAHHR my dog is a shep mix that weighs 180, I want to take him but I’m nervous he’s too big. He’s big but it’s more weight than height. Your vid gave me hope. There’s a shop where I’ve been talking to a man about which kayak will work for both our weights. I’m 140. Lol so you see...
Chibi thanks for sharing! I’d love to see your video when you take your 180lb pal for a ride in your kayak.
how much does ur dog weight
Hi Bug, he weighs 95 pounds. He loves kayaking! Thanks for watching!
@@TheComebackKid ohhh ok, lol my aussie is 35 lbs but im scared that she'll tip the kayak
@@lingyic3549 Hi Bug, give it a shot, Loki loves kayaking, took him only a few moments to get use to it, now he loves it. Thanks again.
Where is the ideal kayaking location where I can have a big garden, reno a home, have a big lap pool, find a wonderful outdoor fanatic who doesn’t hunt... but loves to fish 😃 and explore????? .....Someone who is brave, wise, affectionate, hairy, OPEN minded, strong, awesome smile and exudes “ inner beauty” and is an Artist who sells his creations?? Any type of “Artist”....and living well is an art.🤓
I paint and sculpt and am a nature and water fanatic, I do not want a covid shot because I have sn immune system and the vaccines have not been tested properly...
My knight in shining armor doesn’t take drugs, DEFINATELY DOESNT SMOKE, loves get aways, curious, empathetic, OPTIMISTIC, a homeopathic type, doesn’t drink alcohol often, No cheating, no gambling, supportive, SANE..💝 Are you out there? Looking for my twin 😳🥰
Yes, I know this isnt a dating site 😂😂😂New subscriber 7/21. - Glad I found fellow kayak and animal lovers😃😃😃😃
Why does your dog need a life vest
Awesome video but it's not very safe to have him leashed up to the boat. I would hate for the kayak to flip and the poor pup get hurt. Maybe just keeping the leash within your reach but not connected would be a safer idea
It wasn't tied
Thank you safety police, please schedule an eye exam as soon as possible, the leash was not tied to anything, it never is.
Still could get tangled on something underwater, especially if you were to tip by submerged branches. Personally, I just keep the leash handy next to me and clip it on as we are approaching shore.
@@vonnierung4688 did you notice that the dog is wearing a life jacket?
@@TheComebackKid
Your reply sounds rude.😣
Hehehe hehehe ah hehe
Why is your dog wearing a cheap life vest
Why does your dog need a life vest
What if the dog jumps or falls off, panics and swims away from the kayak? What if kayak flips/sinks? Dogs are good swimmers but they can’t tread water for ever.