Jades First Out of Town Trip

     Well, tomorrow morning, first thing, we are off on an 8-hour road trip, out of state, and Jades going along.  This will be the first time shes ever left the state, and the first time shell be in the car for such a long trip.  The longest car ride shes ever been on was the first day I had her; the day I brought her home.  That was a 3-hour car ride, and she slept with her head on my arm the whole way.  We were meant for each other.
     So tomorrow, were off for a mini-vacation in New Mexico, and of course well be stopping for gas, to eat and to take breaks.  Im excited to see how Jade does in the car for so long, and in the hotel.  I already know shes gonna be great everywhere else we go.  She goes everywhere I go now and she is just wonderful! It didnt take that much training either; I swear, she was just born for this job.  She wears and uses that new mobility harness like a champ now! It really does help me too! She helps me with balance, and bracing while we walk places together.  What a champ! I absolutely LOVE this harness too, which is custom made.  I ordered it from Katrina at Bold Lead Designs; check out her website on the homepage of my blog, on "useful links." This is the BEST mobility harness Ive been able to find.

     I digress....The one thing I have done to prepare for our trip together is print out the Service Dogs laws for both Arizona and New Mexico, just in case.  I will carry those with me, in case we have any trouble by people who are not knowledgeable at hotels, restaurants, and the like.  As I stated, Jade now comes everywhere with me here in AZ, but we have not yet been to New Mexico together, and although I did research the laws about service dogs there, there may still be a time when we run into someone that we may have to educate. (About service dogs, and the law). It certainly doesnt hurt to carry those written laws along, although I doubt well have any issues.
     Jade has her own travel bag and well also be taking her bed and one of her toys, to make her feel at home.  Were also taking her vest, harness, a couple of bones (for chewy/break time), treats, her toothbrush/toothpaste, food/water dishes, and of course her food.  Its so weird to have her coming with us, but so exciting! Its a little bit like traveling with a child, I think, which I have never done before.  Well be getting a visit with my boyfriends children, and they will SO excited to see Jade again.  Im sure the feeling will be mutual! OOOH Im so excited! If I dont get a chance to blog while were there, Ill definitely do so upon returning home.  Wish us luck!














   

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