chase. Riders on horseback are placed in three groups, the first, second and third “flight”….the first being the fast paced group who jumps in the field and gallops full speed ahead after the happily tracking hounds, the second flight follows and the third flight is usually a slower group that may or may not choose to jump or gallop full speed. Fox hunting is alive and well in the Triad and has a long standing tradition in our area. The hounds are exceptionally bred and taken very well care of. If you are interested in fox hunting, check out Sedgefield Hunt Club. If you’ve never experienced opening day of a new fox hunting season, it is a sight to behold with everyone in their fine clothes and the hunt master in his striking red jacket with the gorgeous hounds all around and of course, the tall, majestic horses. Perhaps instead of a horse’s back you prefer to Stand Up


Paddleboard (SUP) or surf? In the Triad there’s not much oppor- tunity for surfing with a surfboard but you can certainly SUP with your PUP! As with any new activity, introduce your canine friend slowly and gradually. Always have an appropriate pfd (personal floatation device) on your pup. This is a fantastic way to get fit and get outdoors AND cool off in the hot summer heat with your pup. You can choose to go on flat water lakes (we have 28 lakes in the Piedmont!) or even our rivers (as long as you know about swift water rescue) or stay on the flat, calm stretches, With over five rivers locally in the Triad, there are plenty of stretches to choose from. Contact your local outfitter to get detailed informa- tion.


Of course, medium to smaller breeds are best suited for this


activity but there are SUP boards with larger weight limits for larger dogs as well.


If standing up on a board on the water is not your idea of fun, perhaps sitting in a kayak with your canine is a better choice. Choose a kayak with a large opening (or a sit on top) and make sure the weight limit is enough for you, your dog and your gear. Again, always wear and have a pfd on your canine. Some dogs will be afraid and never like kayaking or SUP’ing on the water, but others learn to love it and there are those who take to it im- mediately! There is also Lure Coursing, a very popular activity with


hounds in the Triad where chasing live prey is simulated (no live animals are chased). The course may or may not have jumps and and the dogs need little training because the instinct to chase is already there. The Mid Atlantic Hound Association holds annual national trials at Flintrock Farm in Reidsville, NC if this interests you.


There’s not enough space to discuss all the types of outdoors


activities you can do with your canine but perhaps your interest has been piqued for one or more of these listed? If so, here are a few guidelines from professional dog trainers, dog owners and folks who are in the business suggest before starting any new activity with your canine family member:


•Make sure they are getting proper nutrition, especially if an athlete


•Always take (or have them carry in a dog backpack), food and water on hikes, etc.


•Have complete control of your canine either verbally and/or physically. Train them with a gentle leader or chest harness, see


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