dogs

  1. Sip

    Hitching with my Dog

    Hey folks! I've hitched a lot for the last few summers. Got a knack for it. I know what to expect, what the good spots are, what to look for, the basic things, all that. In the winter I house up, though, and this winter I found myself, quite accidentally, with a job, a boyfriend, and well... a...
  2. D

    Skunk puppy will be your road dog for life!

    Hey all, Our dogs had a litter of puppies a while back, we gave all of them away.. then a few months later, someone gave one puppy back to us because she "couldnt handle it"- or whatever. we have been taking care of him since then, we call him skunk puppy. skunk is SO FUCKING AWESOME, hes a...
  3. T

    8 heads, 5 dogs, 1 cat, 10 foot uhaul and the cops

    So I am currently on a mission to the south east rainbow gathering from Cali to Georgia via a ten foot box uhaul truck. The crew consisted of 8 people, 5 dogs and a cat when we were going through Van Buren, arkansas for a pit stop. Someone went piss behind a building and apparently someone...
  4. sofarfromhome

    i miss my road dog

    We met on squattheplanet and got together in Napa, left to go hitching for my first time. Took off like a bat out of Hell. I didn't want anything to happen between her and i, i wanted to keep it purely platonic, but this girl knew what she wanted and is extremely persuasive. I had just gotten...
  5. Tude

    News & Blogs This artist spent 10 years carving a giant cave – alone with his dog

    Think I saw something about this a few years ago and now it has resurfaced as a finished cave (hehe you know he won't finish it - work in progress) and now has a documentary out about this. It's in New Mexico - and looks absolutely lovely. Something I'd like to see! Interesting trailer for...
  6. Krickey

    MA - road dogs? Traveling soon

    Looking to find some road companions, thought stp would be a good place to start. Ive been traveling for a few years on and off. Met my last companion hiking the Appalachian trail. We fell in love, did a little train hopping/hitched cross country. Spent time in Humboldt doing harvest this year...
  7. ATX

    Traveling with a Dog in SA - Bribes?

    For awhile now I've been trying to research the best places outside of the US to travel with a dog. Reason being is I'm trying desperately to leave NA, but can't leave my little buddy alone. We've traveled across all of the US and Canada together and leaving without him isn't a question...
  8. W

    Road dog drives you crazy.

    Tension has been pretty high lately. Or for like a few weeks. To the point this girl straight punched me in the head because she thought I was hinting that she wasn't sexy. What do you do at that point? Just ditch and find someone else?
  9. ATX

    Taking a dog to Europe?

    I'm currently planning on hitting up europe sometime in the fall of next year or spring 2016, but am running into obstacles with my dog. We have hitch hiked all across America together and are about to go through Canada after the winter, and simply getting rid of him to go to Europe isn't an...
  10. J

    New to the road, looking for road dog! Sacramento area

    Hi everyone, my name's Sarah. I have been lurking on this site off and on for a while, as I became interested in the alternative lifestyle of hitchhiking, and life on the road. Just thought, since today I made my first post, I'd introduce myself. I live in Sacramento currently, recently...
  11. Max Eden

    Seeking a Road Dog for a Grand West Coast Adventure.

    Hi! I'm Max. I'm a 29 year old dude. I'm looking for a female partner in crime to go on the road with me. I'm starting from Bellingham, Wa. I don't have a specific destination in mind. I figure south along HWY 101 is a good start, but if you have a better idea i'm open to anything really. I plan...
  12. D

    Dog food?

    Curious as to what other people feed their pups. I've been using taste of the wild. Expensive but cheapest of expensive good food. Thinking of trying wild blue or whatever it is. I have been given free food before and kick downs and though it wasn't always great food I tens to integrate it in...
  13. IwillbePaultheWanderer

    Training a dog for companionship while wandering+hitchhiking?

    Hello! In about 2 years I'm planning on leaving to roam and wander the world by any means. But for now, I have a dog at home who I've been considering training for companionship when I leave to roam the world. Having a dog could be very useful for companionship, protection, keeping alert at...
  14. slimJack

    kid named cheetah with dog named sasha

    Basically he's what the forum says. Untrustworthy and shady as fuck. He stole gear from numerous ppl I know a couple are on STP.. He lies about flying signs when it's momma's money he got from allowance. He lies about riding trains and tries to outprove himself...he swears he's a junkie and...
  15. buffalobill

    hunting dogs

    Hey I was looking if any one has seen a road dog with a hunting dog like a terrier or a whippet used to catch rabbit and other game and it off subject but anybody see a dog that got in a quarrel with a porkupine ( haha fucking prickly pigs)
  16. Matt Derrick

    Video Video: World's First Wingsuit BASE Jumping Dog

  17. comrade

    bring my TWO dogs.

    i need some guidance on this subject of two dogs. i know alot of people bring at least one, but i have two and this is our first time getting out there. one is a husky age 4 and needs to be leashed, the other is a pitbull/mastiff/old english mix age 1.
  18. ElNino

    dog friendly indoor spaces?

    Have you found any dog friendly places on your travels? Bars, restaurants, coffee shops, anything else? Where at? Did the just have a patio or could you take the fur balls inside with you?
  19. Nola Nick

    News & Blogs Police Shoot Dog

    http://www.policestateusa.com/2014/justice-for-arzy/ Certainly not the first time this has happened but glad he's putting the word out and planning a protest in a couple days. Hope those down south can make it!
  20. TheWindAndRain

    Hello. Lurked here few years, traveled around a bit, looking for short term road dog

    Hey I have been lurking here for a number of years, but never really posted, so heres an intro: My name is kyle aka thewindandrain if you've ever seen that tag on highway signs or under bridges. Grew up in Kansas City. I'm pretty active on hitchingit.com, was active on digihitch for a long...
  21. zoepit

    Outsider artist woman lookin' for a squat in Berlin to stay. With dog.

    I am Eva, 48. I am an outsider "underground" artist living in hungary. i was growin' up in germany /Essen, Ruhr area/ lived in 1989-90 in Berlin, the Kreuzberg district as a squatter. i also lived in a wagenburg at nowhere's land. Now i wanna leave this intolerant conservative country without...
  22. Stinkyyy

    Travelling with a 'problem' dog / advice on training

    Okkk so about a month and a half back I rescued a sweet little staffie cross of aout 18 months from some dickbags who were gonna chuck her under a train. At most times, she's cuddly, friendly and though we've not been together long is getting more and more obedient by the day, coming when I call...
  23. kidbob

    OLD DOG UP TO A NEW TRICK.

    HEY I'm kidbob.been floating around here for over a year now.but been round the block my whole life.last summer I grab one of my best friends who never hurd of flying a sign or Spangingand taught him to ride the rails.this summer I'm planing another trip this time from mid tn to Denver fort...
  24. A

    anyone pass through Cumberland Maryland recently and lose a dog?

    Possibly belonging to a kid named Lunchbox who was headed to Morgantown wv
  25. eske silver

    Cat and Dog Urine

    How to Clean Cat and Dog Urine Cat urine contains proteins that leave a smell. Although most of the odor can be removed, there still remains a scent that cats can smell. This is how they identify where to urinate again. To avoid future accidents and “marking,” it is necessary to use a...
  26. eske silver

    Cleaning Your Dog - Not just bathing

    How to Clean Your Dog’s Ears It’s important to keep your pooch’s ears clean. It helps to prevent infection, skin irritation and keeps your dog happy and healthy. Recognizing Healthy Ears Ear Cleaning Instructions Don’t Worry About Drying How Often Should You Clean His Ears? Recognizing...
  27. landpirate

    My dog won't sleep in it's own bed

    My dog is two years old now, I have had her since she was rescued at 6 weeks old. At night time she is driving me crazy. She insists on having full body contact whilst we're sleeping. Essentially she wants to spoon me! When sleeping in a tent in the woods her snuggling up is great but in a house...
  28. cport420

    Two birds, Two people, One dog cohabiting a ford focus....

    as titled... where the fuck is all the room ?
  29. queencobra

    looking for jude and dog lucil, has anyone seen them?

    if you know where you last seen jude and lucil please leave me information
  30. scum

    dog tags in carbondale, il

    Hey...just wondering what carbondale is like these days, ESP in regards To how they are about dogs. The website about registering a dog in carbon dale Sez you do it at the cop shop ...but there's a weird stipulation about Dogs having adequate shelter....have friend there so it would be cool To...
  31. cport420

    Some kids and their dogs locked up in Savannah

    Was looking at the Chatham county booking jail site this morning and notice 4-5 nomads locked up. Some for something wrong use for square that's used for pubs... Dunno wtf that means and others locked up for that and having unregistered animals. Savannah is not a good place to chill. The cops...
  32. Shakou

    Traveler kid's dog remains by his side to the end

    This made me cry.
  33. Possum

    What are some unexpected issues with traveling with a dog?

    I've been around without an animal a fair bit, but I want to bring my dog on my next trip. I've already got her vaccine & license papers sorted out, I know to carry extra water and have her food all accounted for, know that I can't take her on public transport, etc. I'm just wondering if there's...
  34. kidbob

    old dog up to old tricks

    first off shout outs to a few home bums in alabama(street)(van-go) the man who taught me to hop trains and the only f.t.r.a ive ever come across(BREEZE) hey im kidbob, im 27,i guess u could say im a reformed gutter punk turned house kid(sigh) little about me: i started traveling @ 17 signing...
  35. D

    Hitching and general travel with Dogs

    So has anyone had someone try to take their dog yet? There's been a few times where i was crawling out the front passenger door to go to the back door to get my buddy out thinking, damn if they took off I don't know what i'd do. Had a thought today about just keeping him at my feet at all...
  36. wildwerden

    old dog on the road?

    I already know what yr going to say. Bad fucking idea. Background: She's 8 years old and a total house dog. She currently has a bad foot (swollen and vet can't figure it out) and limps because of it. She does have some dog aggression issues but has been doing A LOT better since I've started...
  37. ipoPua

    dogs on busses and getting papers so cops dont steal our puppy?

    so my friends n i just got this beautiful pit named diablo and we might be hopping down or we might just take a bus to make things easier, im hoping for a train but they seem to be leaning towards the bus, i think i remember reading something about a bus line that you can bring dogs on but im...
  38. landpirate

    is it safe to feed my dog?

    I found this link today. Which might be useful to other dog owners. It lists 70 foods and medicines and tells you whether it's safe to give your dog. For example I didn't know that dogs couldn't eat grapes. http://www.marvelousproducts.com/Can-I-give-my-dog-p/Information-can-i-give-my-dog.htm
  39. megan

    the thing about traveling with a dog.

    my dog is a mixed breed . shes a brindal pitbull and a boxer. she's a rescue dog. she was neglected. i believe she was left in the cage most of her life. considering how underweight she is, how she is scared, and in fear constantly (her tail is always in between her legs, she barks at the...
  40. megan

    first time hitchhiking by myself and with my dog turned out pretty decent.

    after walking on the highway for 3 hours having only 2 hours of sleep the night before and getting blisters all over my feet to the point that it hurts to walk, and being out in the cold at the gas station all night, and trying to sleep in the piss pouring rain …it feels good to be home. food...
  41. Court

    Queer road dog scum!

    Hey guys- I'm Court, 23. Portland, Oregon. Really looking for traveling buddies, anything, anywhere close to the West Coast. Vegetarian, queer, animal-lover (I have a dog), friendly, social, loyal chick. Ready for adventure? Contact me.
  42. Mei

    Photos This one time in Colton I groundscored a dog

    His name was Pikachu he was later attacked by a big dog so I don't have him anymore :c but he was a hardass
  43. Mei

    People who beat their dogs

    In you guys' opinion, what's the best way to deal with people like that? I've encountered a lot of people who are really shitty to their dogs and will kick or beat them really badly. Do I try to talk to them about it? Do I beat THEM up and take their dog? Some combination of the two? I can't...
  44. Kelly Duncan

    anna with a dog named sanity?

    just wondering if anyones ever came accross her xspesialy recently. she was awsome chick but not careful at all. we were together for a few months but i got arrested wen we were hopping out of colten, i had a warrent i did 14 months. kept up for awhile but i lost track of her wen i got out. I...
  45. K

    Dog leash from trash (plastic grocery bags)

    Need a leash and don't want to pay for it? Want to make a couple bucks selling some trash? ***I know somebody is gonna ask: It will work for cats too. Oh yeah, and I'm gonna want that 10% for any proceeds made using this totally awesome idea.
  46. P

    dog off leash rant

    I'm getting sick and tired of seeing dogs off a leash. Why do people think they can let their dogs off a leash without having them under control? Some people are scared shitless of dogs cause they have been mauled but they don't seem to realize that. I myself have not been badly bitten since I...
  47. DisgustinDustin

    Dogs and poison Ivy

    My dog big foot has been camping with me for a few days.. He has bumps on his skin and it looks like a nice sized hot spot is developing.. I thought he may have poison Ivy and called the vet. The receptionist said she didn't think dogs could get it.. I decided not to take her word because he has...
  48. ayyyjayyy

    Weird spot on dogs skin...

    I recently noticed a spot on my hounds skin that is round and fleshy/open looking. I am worried about her but I won't have the money to take her to the vet till tomorrow or the next day. I was going to get some antibiotic ointment and put it on the spot (which is like half an inch maybe less in...
  49. wildwerden

    hearing dog for a deaf traveler?

    so I'm deaf (can still hear a bit with the aid of a chochlear implant) and i'm seriously considering getting a pup to train to keep her ears out for me. good idea? what exactly should i train her to do? i'd like for her to get my attention when someone is approaching us without making any noise...
  50. P

    Can you make a protective dog less aggressive?

    I have 2 dogs the momma dog is 4yo German Shepard/wolf mix and 1 year ago she breed with my friends pit bull and I kept 1 boy. They were both fixed in January. Momma dog was a farm dog for the first 2 1/2 years were she only knew 3 humans and didn't meet many other humans. She is very high in...