A Dog's Day Out

Just because it's cold enough to make popsicles in the back yard doesn't mean we can't go to the beach! Jeffrey, Iselda & I took Popov (the family dog - stinks and slobbers but can be cute at times) to Schorrl beach. Turns out that the beach (I should say coast) is not even half an hour from where we live so I don't feel completely cut off from a water supply! It's funny how you start wanting things you had or were normal in NZ, like being able to go to the beach whenever. This makes me feel a little more at ease.

Anyway, the Dutch beach experience involves wrapping up in 4 layers: singlet, merino jumper, jacket and coat. Add to that knee-length leather boots, thick scarf and we're ready to go. Brrrrr! But the sun was shining and the air was nice & crisp - a perfect beach day in fact. And of course we finished up with a patatje met (hot chips & mayonnaise - NOM!)

There were lots of people walking their dogs. Most of the year, except for high summer, you can let your dog off the leash and let them run amok with the other dogs, which is great fun for a dog that has to stay in doors all day long. You could just see the joy on Popov's face and his goofy way of running around :)

Here are a few snaps that capture the essence of this dog's day out. Enjoy!