David Blank is the owner of Happy Tails Canine Adventure Tours and a seasoned professional tour guide and dog trainer. As a well-traveled adventurer, he has visited nearly all of the United States, has hitchhiked from the USA to Guatemala, and he has visited 45 different countries. Additionally, he has spent an entire year riding 20,000 miles across the USA, Canada, and Mexico on his motorcycle, with his dog Max in tow.

 

David joins us today to discuss how he got started as a professional tour guide and the skills that the job typically entails. He shares how he got his dog to ride his motorcycle as well as when he realized that he was well-suited for this profession. He shares the unique and interesting experiences he has had while traveling with his dogs and the funniest shenanigans he's seen on his tours. He also shares necessary safety precautions you should consider when vacationing with your dog and discusses the details of the upcoming PEACEFUL PAWS tour as well as their affiliate program for dog-friendly businesses.

 

 

"Get them out there. Let them have this amazing adventure and amazing life. Just go for it." - David Blank

 

 

This week on Dogs in the News:

 

• How David trained his dog to be comfortable with riding on a motorcycle.
• His adventure of taking his dog to Sturgis.
• How he became a professional tour guide.
• What inspired him to allow dogs on vacation tour trips.
• His favorite trip with his dogs.
• Why it's important for pet owners doing their research on dog breeds before choosing their pets.
• How the tour activities are designed with your dog in mind.
• The most hilarious shenanigans he's seen on tour trips.
• The health & safety precautions he takes when traveling with dogs.
• His plans for progressing his business into the Northwest and Canada.
• Addressing issues regarding unhappy bystanders or people that are scared or uncomfortable around your dog.
• How traveling with a dog can change the entire travel experience in a positive way.
• More information on Happy Tails Tours and the upcoming PEACEFUL PAWS tour and their affiliate program for dog-friendly businesses.
• Why he focuses the tour experience on small, intimate tours instead of pet festivals like Woofstock.
• His dream vacation with his dog.
• Recommendations for people who want to take their dogs on vacation.

 

 

Resources:

 

• BarkPost: 51 Breathtaking Travel Destinations Your Dog Will Adore Visiting With You
• Nylabone: 10 Dog-Friendly Vacation Destinations on the East Coast
• CertaPet: 51 Dog-Friendly Vacation Destinations or When You Just Can't Leave Fido at Home
• Travel and Leisure: Coolest Vacations for Dog Lovers
• 16th Annual Woofstock
• Animal Planet: Top 10 Dog Festivals Summer Happy Everything

 

 

This Week's Product for Man's Best Friend:

 

• Natural Dog Company Paw Soother Balm for Dogs Protection

 

 

Connect with David Blank:

 

• Happy Tails Canine Adventure Tours
• Phone: (262) 622-6463

 

 

 

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