rangeley Posted August 8, 2016 #17376 Share Posted August 8, 2016 Cindy, I'm not 100% sure but I think Tortola is the island that we needed to get the Tider test for Orson. It was the special blood test that had to be sent out to Kansas State University. They are a British Virgin Island and very strict. The island was not wheelchair friendly at all. We went into a large souvenir store and were thrown out because of Orson. Ya I thought they might require that. They were building a shopping area at the port, so I thought maybe I'd do the paperwork. Not! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wizard-of-roz Posted August 9, 2016 Author #17377 Share Posted August 9, 2016 Ya I thought they might require that. They were building a shopping area at the port, so I thought maybe I'd do the paperwork. Not! If any port that I'm visiting requires a Titer on my 7 year old dog who's been on Heartguard and NexGard [or some other form of flea and tick abatement], I simply will NOT take him off the ship. If my Vet doesn't require such a test for Horton to travel then Costa Rica, Guatemala, Panama, Mexico, Nicaraqua and Colombia will have to take a back seat to all the paperwork I will be providing from CCI and my Vet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rangeley Posted August 9, 2016 #17378 Share Posted August 9, 2016 If any port that I'm visiting requires a Titer on my 7 year old dog who's been on Heartguard and NexGard [or some other form of flea and tick abatement], I simply will NOT take him off the ship. If my Vet doesn't require such a test for Horton to travel then Costa Rica, Guatemala, Panama, Mexico, Nicaraqua and Colombia will have to take a back seat to all the paperwork I will be providing from CCI and my Vet. Forget that. If we want to get off, we have the kids or maybe friends that would take him for an hour. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wizard-of-roz Posted August 9, 2016 Author #17379 Share Posted August 9, 2016 Forget that. If we want to get off, we have the kids or maybe friends that would take him for an hour. When you're traveling alone with your dog there are places like churches in the U.S. and abroad that don't have to allow your dog in. Although churches allow the public in, they are NOT considered public entities, they are private. Be aware of this when you're traveling to Europe and even in the U.S. and you're sightseeing. I love to visit churches, especially when they are hundreds of years old. They're so lovely and so full of character. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DisneyKidsDad Posted August 11, 2016 #17380 Share Posted August 11, 2016 Boy what a shock to our systems this vacation is gonna be. We are leaving for Vancouver, BC on Saturday and it will be in the 90's with 90% humidity here. Temps in Vancouver and Alaska are in the 50's at night and 60's during the day. It's gonna be interesting. Orson is gonna love the cool temps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Algebralovr Posted August 11, 2016 #17381 Share Posted August 11, 2016 Boy what a shock to our systems this vacation is gonna be. We are leaving for Vancouver, BC on Saturday and it will be in the 90's with 90% humidity here. Temps in Vancouver and Alaska are in the 50's at night and 60's during the day. It's gonna be interesting. Orson is gonna love the cool temps. Sounds like just what Orson needs! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wizard-of-roz Posted August 11, 2016 Author #17382 Share Posted August 11, 2016 Boy what a shock to our systems this vacation is gonna be. We are leaving for Vancouver, BC on Saturday and it will be in the 90's with 90% humidity here. Temps in Vancouver and Alaska are in the 50's at night and 60's during the day. It's gonna be interesting. Orson is gonna love the cool temps. I know you think this may be his last cruise......and, then he'll get to retire and enjoy the really good life. Make this one the best cruise ever, and YOU have a wonderful time with your lovely family. Bon Voyage ♥ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caribbean Chris Posted August 11, 2016 #17383 Share Posted August 11, 2016 Boy what a shock to our systems this vacation is gonna be. We are leaving for Vancouver, BC on Saturday and it will be in the 90's with 90% humidity here. Temps in Vancouver and Alaska are in the 50's at night and 60's during the day. It's gonna be interesting. Orson is gonna love the cool temps. Maybe he'll shed less and his coat will get all thick and fluffy. I'm for anything than means less shedding, and we're on our way to those Alaska temps, just two weeks from now, too. Bring back photos...Have fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Insuregal Posted August 11, 2016 #17384 Share Posted August 11, 2016 Boy what a shock to our systems this vacation is gonna be. We are leaving for Vancouver, BC on Saturday and it will be in the 90's with 90% humidity here. Temps in Vancouver and Alaska are in the 50's at night and 60's during the day. It's gonna be interesting. Orson is gonna love the cool temps. Gibson is super jealous of Orson getting to travel to cooler temperatures. (Watching the Royals game on television last night. The announcers said the temperature it felt like on the field was between 103 and 112. Seriously, we need a break in the heat!) He wants to know if he can be a stowaway on your trip. LOL! Well, maybe his Grammie is really the one who wants to go to Alaska. Have a wonderful trip! All of us in Lurkerville will be anticipating great stories and photos. Beckie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wizard-of-roz Posted August 11, 2016 Author #17385 Share Posted August 11, 2016 Maybe he'll shed less and his coat will get all thick and fluffy. I'm for anything than means less shedding, and we're on our way to those Alaska temps, just two weeks from now, too. Bring back photos...Have fun! Chris, as much as I adore and love my Horton Jeffrey, this is my last Lab or Golden Retriever. Unless, CCI starts training Labradoodles or another kind of more allergy free dog, I'm pretty much done with the shedding. My allergies are so bad that I had to miss a day of work yesterday because I woke up with swollen eyes, throat and nasal passages. Went to the doctor and she said it's all related to Horton Jeffrey. I do as much as I can to alleviate the shedding [short of shaving him], of which my groomer recommended. But, the Black dogs lose their shiny, beautiful coats and look so darn weird when they're shaved. I take allergy pills daily, nasal sprays and even got a shot yesterday. I feel better today but by the weekend it will start all over again. I used to go into a full blown asthma attack. Thank goodness, that's under control. By the time the rest of my allergies are under control I'll be too old to even care for a dog!!! My next Service Dog will have to be a Standard Poodle......I'm already looking into it. I have a friend with a black and a white one. When I go to her house it's wonderful not seeing hair everywhere and I can get down and play with them without coming out of it with watery eyes and sneezing. Horton has at least 3 - 4 years left of work, as do I. Then, we'll see! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DUTRAVEL Posted August 11, 2016 #17386 Share Posted August 11, 2016 Chris, as much as I adore and love my Horton Jeffrey, this is my last Lab or Golden Retriever. Unless, CCI starts training Labradoodles or another kind of more allergy free dog, I'm pretty much done with the shedding. That just shows how much you love Horton. That's a lot to go through. I love the labs - but I don't have any allergies, thank goodness! Dianne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DUTRAVEL Posted August 11, 2016 #17387 Share Posted August 11, 2016 Boy what a shock to our systems this vacation is gonna be. We are leaving for Vancouver, BC on Saturday and it will be in the 90's with 90% humidity here. Temps in Vancouver and Alaska are in the 50's at night and 60's during the day. It's gonna be interesting. Orson is gonna love the cool temps. Bon voyage! I hope Orson has a fabulous time. Will be looking forward to hearing about your trip, especially and wheelchair friendly excursions. We will be going to Alaska in May. Dianne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wizard-of-roz Posted August 11, 2016 Author #17388 Share Posted August 11, 2016 That just shows how much you love Horton. That's a lot to go through. I love the labs - but I don't have any allergies, thank goodness! Dianne What's not to love......God's perfect dog, that's what Labs and Goldens are! When people tell me their allergic and could I sit somewhere else......I totally get it! :o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DisneyKidsDad Posted August 12, 2016 #17389 Share Posted August 12, 2016 I have a friend who is highly allergic to dogs. She is turning in her 13th CCI pup today for advanced training. She is also on the list for a CCI hearing dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wizard-of-roz Posted August 12, 2016 Author #17390 Share Posted August 12, 2016 I have a friend who is highly allergic to dogs. She is turning in her 13th CCI pup today for advanced training. She is also on the list for a CCI hearing dog. You get the total Organization when you get one of their dogs. You can do as much or as little once you're part of their family, as you well know! Again, Bon~Voyage! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wizard-of-roz Posted August 12, 2016 Author #17391 Share Posted August 12, 2016 Happy, fun, fur-ball free weekend everyone ♥ ♥ ♥ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thephantomsgirl Posted August 12, 2016 #17392 Share Posted August 12, 2016 Jagger and I graduated! Woo-hoo! (I'm the one with the cat on my shirt) Holly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wizard-of-roz Posted August 12, 2016 Author #17393 Share Posted August 12, 2016 Jagger and I graduated! Woo-hoo! (I'm the one with the cat on my shirt) Holly Holly, I have giant goose-bumps all over for you and for Jagger. CONGRATULATIONS! You did it! You both did it!!!!! I'm so proud of you!!! :) Welcome, to the most amazing and wonderful world of traveling with your Service Dog! GOOD JOB!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DUTRAVEL Posted August 13, 2016 #17394 Share Posted August 13, 2016 Jagger and I graduated! Woo-hoo! (I'm the one with the cat on my shirt) Holly Woo hoo! Congratulations Holly - that is so exciting. Henri and I graduated one year ago today. I can't tell you how much she means to me. I am so glad that you will now have Jagger full-time! Dianne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caribbean Chris Posted August 13, 2016 #17395 Share Posted August 13, 2016 So happy for you and Jagger, Holly! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thephantomsgirl Posted August 13, 2016 #17396 Share Posted August 13, 2016 Thank you everyone. I am beyond excited. Now to catch up on all the posts that I've missed in the last two weeks. :) Holly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rangeley Posted August 13, 2016 #17397 Share Posted August 13, 2016 Jagger and I graduated! Woo-hoo! (I'm the one with the cat on my shirt) Holly Congrats Holly and Jagger!!!! So exciting! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexspepa Posted August 16, 2016 #17398 Share Posted August 16, 2016 Jagger and I graduated! Woo-hoo! (I'm the one with the cat on my shirt) Holly Way to Holly and Jagger...did he pass you crib notes?:D great times ahead for you both. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wizard-of-roz Posted August 16, 2016 Author #17399 Share Posted August 16, 2016 On April 29th Horton Jeffrey was 7 years old. His personality has changed so much since he came home with me in December, 2011. He's more calm, he's more interested in "me" and, although he's still a BIG character, he's a better responder and listener. He's still a "trickster" and loves to play "keep-away" from me, he's definitely doing his pranks just less and less. I find myself staring at him, as his chin becomes more gray and I run my hand over his face and realize it's not as full and meaty as it used to be. Horty is aging. Why does it happen so quickly in dogs, seriously, why so quickly? Brenda was my training ground.....she taught me so much about love and devotion to a dog and gave it right back so easily. I'm a much better person for having known her! Having a thoughtful moment of how lucky I am to have a CCI dog in my life! Thanks for listening! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DUTRAVEL Posted August 16, 2016 #17400 Share Posted August 16, 2016 Brenda was my training ground.....she taught me so much about love and devotion to a dog and gave it right back so easily. I'm a much better person for having known her! Having a thoughtful moment of how lucky I am to have a CCI dog in my life! Thanks for listening! You and me both Roz! Dianne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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