Thanks a lot
Kathleen & Riley

Toby and I had a most excellent time. Despite some rain, the weekend was everything I hoped it would be. We met some really nice people, the guides were very friendly and informative and the food was top-notch. I learned a lot this weekend, not only about camping, canoeing and hiking,
but about my own dog, Toby. I had no idea he would enjoy this weekend as much as he did. He's 8 years old and has never experienced anything like this before. He loved sleeping outdoors in a tent and, although he's not very playful with other dogs, he enjoyed all of them. I've never seen him swim the way he did on Sunday, just for the shear joy of it, and not just to get to me in the water, and he looked like he was in seventh heaven resting his chin on the gunwhales of the canoe, whenever we went out for a paddle. The hike and lunch was awesome. My muscles are reminding me today that I haven't had that kind of a workout in far too long, but THANK YOU, from both of us, for making such an enjoyable memory possible! If it weren't for your group, I wouldn't have anyone I could do these things with!

Julie & Toby.

Since my very first hike, your company and staff have all been excellent. You have made both myself and Jake feel welcomed, comfortable and "part of", which we appreciate. Sandy (the dog) has also had a great time, and it is wonderful being in the company of others who appreciate what it is like having a dog. I have also appreciated the ability to let dogs do their thing without issue. It must be said that Jessie is a great role model for all dogs.

I was very grateful for the one on one paddling time and excellent guidance throughout the canoe trip. As you know this was my first trip since I was a young kid at camp, and I was not sure how I would really do. Dana and Kevin are a lot of fun to be with, knowledgeable and easy going. It was great to have everything provided for which took the pressure off my camping (in)experience, and also a great way to learn. I liked having the choice of whether I wanted to participate in preparations or not.

I look forward to doing more "stuff" with your adventure company. Thank you for a wonderful memory.

Both our guides were excellent! In brief, they worked very hard, very informative, and great to be with. I can't say enough good things about them. As for Mac, I have never seen him more excited. I also have never seen him sleep for nearly 24 hours. We could not have asked for a better weekend!

See you in the winter
Roger & Mac

Thank you for a really excellent trip, we had a great time. Natalie, Luna, Dave and I thoroughly enjoyed our trip - Luna is telling all her friends in the park about the great time she had!

We plan on coming out for some of the hiking trips.

Both Charlie and I had an excellent time. I was a little apprehensive when I realized that we had 2 portages, but I just carried my day pack, paddles & lifejackets going in and both Kevin and Dana were excellent about it. On the way back I carried 2 day packs, and on the last leg, my day pack and my big pack! I didn't want to hurt myself going in.. but coming out, I was ready! Other then a twinge in my neck on the way home, I was good!
All in all a great trip! Charlie & I went to bed last night at 8 pm, and didn't get up until 8 this morning! Charlie has slept all day, and has no interest in going outside!
Again, thanks for a great weekend, and I will definitely be joining you again. If not for canoeing this year, then for sure on the fall walks. And I will be joining up for the winter skiing!

Thanks again
Connie & 1 tuckered out Charlie!

What a great trip!

I am a trainer and project manager so I am accustomed to giving feedback on stuff. Call it a habit.

Our Guide Dana was wonderful. At first I was very concerned that there was only one guide for our group of very novice group. By the second day I had every confidence in her abilities. I felt safe and her presence made the trip wonderful (even the rainy parts).
All in all, I loved it and would love to come back next year for more. Please keep me informed of the schedule when you create one for next summer. I like the 6 days but would prefer August. If a 6 day trip is not possible, than 4 days is okay. I will bring my husband this time.

Thanks,
Debrenée (and Tango)
a very happy client

Hi Jessie,

Just a quick note to say how much fun we had paddling with you and Eren. I think that you and Syd enjoyed standing and going from side to side in the canoe. It must be fun to keep your humans on their toes.

Please tell Eren and Kevin that we really enjoyed the day and will be back next year.
Thanks for the pictures and photo album.

Have a great summer!
Donna

Just wanted to say what a great weekend we had on our canoe trip. It was fun and challenging and relaxing and rewarding... thanks to Eren and Kevin for your hard work, great meals, and gooooooooooood humour throughout!

Bye for now and have a wonderful trip en familie tomorrow.
Cate and Max (who is SOUND asleep).

1 day Paws & Paddle

Dear Gang:
A special thanks to Dana and Kevin for a great day today. You were both so great to be with, so easy going and patient! I look forward to more trips with you both. I hadn't been out in a canoe since my camp days (quite some time ago) it's like riding a bike. I loved it then, and I guess I still do. I was so happy to see how well Sandy did in the canoe. Even when the heron flew right passed us, she got curious, but remained controlled - I can't ascertain how she'd do if it were a squirrel!
I am not sure who fell asleep first on the way home, I think it was Sandy, but Jake was right there behind her. They were both out by the next exit after leaving. I had a very quiet drive home.
I felt very proud of Jake when he carried the canoes during the portages. He, however, is feeling a bit tender in the muscles this evening! Not bad for an 11 year old.
As a mom, to have these experiences together with a child, well, it's the stuff that made this day so special. A memory we will both have for a long time. I can't wait to see the pictures.
We want to book the Algonquin trip the last weekend in August, for the three of us. I will call on Monday.

Thank you again for making this such a special day for my family.
Sending big hugs,
Lisa Wolfe

Just a quick Hello to thank you, Kathryn, Eren, and Dana for the fun filled adventure on Saturday, June 14th. And thanks ever so much for the personalized photo album! That was an unexpected surprise and its making all my doggie friends jealous.

Special thanks to Eren for pulling me out of the mud when my dorky owner wouldn't (she didn't even get a picture of that) and for giving me a lift to shore after the tip over. I figured you would clue in fast when I hung around the side of your canoe(again my owner didn't clue in until 2 days later. Geesh! I would still be there swimming!)

Hopefully, I'll talk her into taking another adventure with you.

Bye for now,
Licks & Nips Russell

Patch & Buddy would like to let you know they had a great time with you today, and will most definitely be back in the fall for another canoe trip.
Please keep us informed re: fall 1-day trips you're planning.

Thanks for a wonderful time!
Kari, Nick, Patch & Buddy

Spring 2003

Thank you so much for a well-planned, well-organised and most enjoyable trip!

I had a great great time. Everyone's great, the weather's beautiful and the dogs are fantastic! It's my first time on a hike to the great Canadian outdoors as well as with dog owners and I couldn't have asked for a better introduction.

I'm really glad to have been able to come on the trip. Thanks Kathryn for slipping me in! Made a great end to a memorable stay here in Toronto. I hope I could come here again, and if I do, I hope to be able to join you on more of your trips!

Thanks once again - for hike, the food, the saliva droolings on my pants, jacket, bag and shoes and especially the wonderful company.

Cheers,
Airani

Just writing to let you know Dusty had such a good time. He swam for the first time, which I don't think he would have attempted without the other dogs around. It was actually quite comical. This company of yours is such a good idea. Danny and I and especially Dusty enjoyed this first trail of ours. It exceeded our expectations. Your website completely drew us to this adventure and everything advertised was more than what we expected. This is such a great business of yours and everyone involved with your company is so approachable and kind. We thank you for the opportunity to socialize our dog and we can't wait to join other adventures. We'll definitely be signing up for more hikes!

Thanks again Dorothy, Danny and Dusty

Wendy Weiler (and Igor)...

Winter 2002-2003

Hi Kathryn, Eren, Jessie, Kevin and Donna:

Once again, thank you ALL for a super weekend and for introducing us to the fun of skijoring!!! You guys have thought of everything - from the great company and food, to the personalized itinerary and dog biscuits upon arrival, to the dog related reading materials/board game/movie. Why, you even went so far as to make a ton of fresh snow too!!! We were definitely well looked after and the fur kids had a blast.

regards,
Phil, Lora, Callebaut and Skeena

Anyway thanks again and i look forward to another adventure with you guys maybe in the spring or summer.

Take care!!!
Angela, Emma and Bella

Thanks for the email and the pictures you sent following our day skijoring. It was a wonderful surprise and fun to give to Marzocchi's parents.

Thanks again for our adventure - we really enjoyed it.
Linda Donohoe

Greetings Kathryn, Eren & Jessie...
Thanks sooo much for the wonderful experience...Igor slept like a log the whole night through, and I'm still a little achy from the many many falls...great to meet you guys as well. Thanks again for everything, and hope to see you again soon...bye for now...

Wendy Weiler

Hi Kathryn, Eren & Jessie

We just wanted to thank you for the wonderful trip on Saturday. We all had a great time even though it was out first time cross-country skiing.

Do let me know when you get the pictures back as we would love to show them off to all our friends.

Looking forward to our next outing with you.
Vanessa

Take care of yourselves and keep up the great work.

sincerely, Simone, Sequoia, and Aniska

Hi Eren, Kathryn, and Jessie:

We all had a great time on Saturday at Mono Cliffs (Seth was absolutely exhausted, but for some strange reason Emma wasn't) and we'd like to do it again for sure. We would like to do Mono Cliffs again on November 10th if you still have space (and hopefully this time meet Kathyrn and Jessie too!)

Kelly, Emma, and Seth

Hi Jessie,It's me Chloe - just wanted to say thanks again for hosting such a fun hike yesterday. Although my paws are a little sore, I had a blast, running, playing, barking (my personal favorite) and getting dirty!Get this, my parents tried to walk me last night when we got home and I said "No way, Jose - I just want to sleep!" Like I needed to go walking?!??! jeez, humans can be sooo wacky sometimes - I'm sure you know what I mean.

In any case, thanks again and I hope my parents can raise enough dog treats to have me come another time. Take care...

Your buddy,

Chloe Eschenasi-Molino

I just wanted to thank you for our Oct 12th hike. It was a great way to begin the holiday. Most importantly, Cheyenne seemed to have a great time.

Thanks for the pictures,
Janette and Cheyenne

Thanks again for a wonderful time yesterday. We all had such a great time, especially Oscar, and he was soooo tired! He's still sleeping!

Thanks again,

Macy, Wes & Oscar

Paws & Paddle Testimonials

Hi Kathryn, Eren & Jessie,

First of all, many thanks for the lovely photo album(pink perfection)and the pictures of our paddle day. We really enjoyed ourselves. Lana slept all the way home and most of the evening. Swimming is her absolute favourite sport. We are going up to Georgian Bay on Friday for 2 glorious weeks of swimming and sun and no urban garbage mess to deal with.

Please keep in mind that we would love to do another day paddle. We would not mind driving up to a Muskoka lake to do so. I think that everyone agreed that it's worth it. Please keep us in mind if you do organize another day trip for August.

I went to Europe Bound today and found a great life jacket for Lana. Bright yellow in colour.
I've never gone in there before. I always go to Mountain Co-op.

Best regards, Betsy & Family

Dear Jessie,

Hi, it's me, Scout - one of the chocolate Labs who came out to the Paws and Paddles 1-day trip on Saturday.

I just wanted you to know that I was dog-tired when I returned to Mississauga! My buddy, Mocha-The-Adventure-Dog was too. Patti and Marianne tell us we crashed in the car on the way home.

I also wanted you to know we had a howl. No bones about it.

Now, I also want you to know that while Marianne might have looked pretty freaked out a few times, when I wasn't fidgeting and trying to get to Mocha's liver treats, I stared calmly at her from the bow, telepathically willing her to relax. It worked, for the most part.

...all of the females on our canoe enjoyed this new and exciting experience

Anyhoo, I will leave you now, but thank-you all for a lovely day. Hope to do it again sometime, maybe with my little brother or sister, who arrives in early August.

All the best to you, and Kathryn and Eren too,

Woof Woof.
Scout Policelli

Dear Kathryn, Eren and Jessie,
Thank you so much for the wonderful photos (and album!) -- they just arrived today and were way too much fun to see! Barb and I talk endlessly about our magical weekend with you-all in the stunningly beautiful Massassauga park... we enjoyed so much spending time with you and Rob and Jen and Justin, and romping with Jessie and Casey and Rosie!

A really congenial group. I learned so much about canoeing (and planning for such trips) and wildlife and dogs, and lots of little camping tips that I'll use again and again. I keep thinking about those loons and their heavy, solid bones -- you offered a wealth of knowledge about wilderness things in such an unassuming way. I truly cherish every minute of that weekend (and hope everyone, by now, has forgiven Scout for waking up the camp several times a night!). Scout and Bella, Barb and I are looking forward to our next adventure with Dog Paddlers!

I'm attaching some of our photos -- I hope they come through OK. The one of the five handsome pups was displayed as "Customer Photo of the Week" at the photo shop where I got the film developed -- with the bonus that they enlarged it to an 8 x 10 and gave it to me at the end of the
week. How's that for publicity!

Best wishes to all of you!

Jeannie and Scout

Dear Eren, Kathryn & Jessie,

Thanks for such a fantastic weekend! We had such a great time! Bella is still tired from all the fun & swimming! We are looking forward to other trips with you all!!!

Again thank you so much for making the trip so great & possible!

Tail Wags,
Barb & Bella

Hi Eren & Kathryn,
Just wanted to say thanks for an awesome weekend. Al is still exhausted from all the activities!!! We're both looking forward to hiking with you in the fall.


Regards,
Tonga & Al

Hi, Guys:


Thanks again for a great time last weekend. You worked hard and made us feel welcome and comfortable.

I took some pictures on the trip and thought you'd like these two. I'm going to send them separately because of their sizes.

Have a great summer!

Suz & Hamish

Wes, Oscar and I would like to thank you wholeheartedly for the wonderful weekend we had. That was hands-down the best camping trip we have ever been on. The weather was of course kind to us, but what made this trip most memorable to us were the people and dogs, especially you three!

We received the pictures you sent us, and they are great! I also checked out the picture gallery on your website - boy, do those pups outshine us humans! What a great pose!

We are already talking about planning the next trip. We read in your brochure that you do Killarney - we would love more info on that, as that is a site at which we are planning to camp.

We will be keeping in touch!

Cheers,
Macy, Wes, & Oscar (please mom, can I play tug with Jessie soon??)

Hello!

I just wanted to say thank you for the amazing weekend getaway!! Kyla and I had a fantastic time! Here are some fun things that I remember from the trip:

*Nevada's crazy ears that all the dogs just loved to chew on!
*Kathryn, a golden brown marshmallow is not one that's on fire!
*Eren, where were those towels?
*Janet hears a critter deep in the night! Eren investigates...
*Kevin...a quiet solo by moonlight
*Kyla and Jessie are partners in crime....where'd that chipmunk go???
*Radar's the distance swimmer...good retriever too!
*Alex...good thing for antihistamines....and T.P.
*Bill does a great canoeing job while Janet tries to keep Casey in the boat!
*Jessie will always be the superstar!

There are many more great memories! I'm sure that you have your own that you can to the list.

Take care and we hope the see you sooner than later,

meg and kyla

Kath, Eren , and...of course...Jessie!!

Thank you so much for the amazing weekend trip. Kyla and I absolutely loved every second of it!! You guys are great!! Not only are you great trip leaders...you both are simply amazing people! Always positive and fun, organized and relaxed [or you appear to be;-)]. the list could go on, but then I'd sound all sappy....... :-)

I'm looking forward to the next trip (July) already!! I'll send you the $$ in the mail tomorrow. Could you check your 'files' and see if there really is space available for us during one (or two) of the weekends in August? If you do have space, put us down (for both, if you have)!! I'll send the the $$ for them too! Let me know either way so I can plan. Thanks.

You guys rock!! I think Kyla will be thinking of Jessie in her dreams tonight!! maybe they'll be playing tug with a stick..or...chasing chipmunks....or just chillin' out on the rocks! Here are some things I remember about the weekend... they make me smile and giggle....
*Our fearless leader...bady duck style ("are you the leader?")
*Judy learns to growl
*Pat learns to stern
*swim Leo, swim!!...we're coming to rescue you!!
*Kyla where are you?? (in the water, of course, mom)
*Kath, I love your canoeing style! ;-)
*Sarah and meg giggling in the tent....what was that noise???
*who needs fly spray when we've Radar?
*Jessie canoes Titanic style
*Maddy learns to swim
*is it time to eat yet?
*5:30AM start to the day! (what were sarah and i thinking?)
*40 pumps per 100 milliliters of water
*our "day trip"....about a 5 minute paddle....humm
*Kath, out the blue says..what? does the train run every 8 seconds!!?
*Wow! Is that a ferret on your shoulder??
*Singing "Oh Canada" proud on the lake
.......do you know anymore? add them on and pass them around!

have a fantastic week!!!! I'll see you soon!
meg & kyla :-D

Kathyrn - the updated site is AMAZING!!!!!

I've been clicking onto it ever since our trip the first weekend of August to see the pictures from your subsequent trips. Today's Post clued me in to all your changes. It's amazing how this site keeps getting better and better! And your wonderful commentaries and beautiful personalities show through on the site - Just wait 'til you guys are really famous! And I can say "I knew them when...."
I'll have to get info on your webmaster too when I'm ready to go online with my TreasureIsland Labs site too.
Wow, you guys are amazing.
Can you just adopt us?

Peggy Masanotti

Kathryn, Eren & Jessie,

We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for a wonderful trip to Massassauga Provincial Park. It was a great way to kick off the summer, and we couldn’t have thought of a better way to spend the May Long Weekend.

Babe our 8-year-old Sheppard had never experienced an outing like this before. She thoroughly enjoyed her adventures in the canoe, running in the wilderness, and most importantly, swimming and playing with the other dogs.

Your creativeness with the meals and our long chats as we watched the sun go down was a great experience. This was our first canoe trip, and we appreciate the time you both spent with us teaching us the skills needed to enjoy canoeing.

Thank you for the lovely memories!

Kirk, Negresha & Babe

Hi Guys!

It’s Tara, who came along for a great weekend at Rain Lake on August 12th. I wanted to take this opportunity to Thank you for a great weekend! I just the pictures developed and will be sending you a bunch shortly!

I must say I am feeling pretty famous to be on your website! Thanks again for a great weekend and we will definitely be in touch about a white water trip in the near future. Take care,

Tara

Dear Kathryn & Eren,

Thank you for much for the wonderful trip to Rain Lake on August 10-12. I had wonderful time and so did Molson. I have taken him for short canoe trips before but never for so long and I was worried that he would get tired of being in the canoe, but as you know that didn’t happen! He just fell asleep at my feet and had a great time.

The Friday night was really nice. It was so relaxing just to sit out under the stars enjoying wine and cheese and good company. I don’t think I’ve ever seen so many shooting stars! Our tent was HUGE. We had tons of room for sleeping even with a big dog. I don’t think I’ve ever had that much space on a camping trip before.

Saturday was great. The weather couldn’t have been better. The canoeing was nice and relaxing (and I loved those little stops so we could snack on the jube-jubes!!).

You guys chose a great campsite. There was lots of room to set up the tents and there wasn’t anybody near by. I know the dogs had a great time. I don’t think Molson has played that hard in a long time and I’m glad he could show the others how to swim! It’s so nice to be able to just let the dogs run around off leash. I was never worried that Molson might run away.

Dinner was fabulous! I’ve never eaten so well on a camping trip! All of the meals were wonderful which was a little unexpected (but totally appreciated!!) for a trip into Algonquin park. It was very relaxing to spend the evening sitting outside and just chatting, although I went to bed a little early that night-too much fresh air and exercise for me!

Sunday morning was nice! We took out one of the canoes to get some pictures. We chased that loon around for half-an-hour but I think Tara got a couple of nice shots. We tried to get some of the blue heron but he was just too flighty for us…at least we got to see him pretty close up.

The paddle back on Sunday was lovely and I was a little sad to be going home. Thank you guys again for a wonderful trip. The food and accommodations were awesome, you two are just wonderful people to be with. You are so patient when we don’t know what we are doing and you made sure we had a great time. And of course I can’t forget Jessie. She was great. It’s so nice to have other dogs for Molson to play with and Jessie was a wonderful hostess!

Hopefully we’ll be able to go back next year, maybe even for a longer trip.

Take Care

Laura Scott (and Molson)

Dog Paddling Hike Testimonials

We had a great time on Sunday . Tess passed out in the car.(so did I ).
Tess & Sandy

...btw we had a FABULOUS time on the weekend - Grimm slept like the dead! Well - so did Mike and I - we were going to go for a movie and we all passed out as soon as we got home.
Mike, Kim & Grimm

Cheryl, Jasper and I wanted to thank you for our hike this past Sunday. We all had a great time and it was nice getting out into the fresh air. Jasper was still tired out on Monday.
Cheryl, Dale & Jasper

We just received our pictures and would like to thank you again for a great hike. Matty and Mickey slept for the two days following.
Laura, Matty & Mickey

Kathryn, Eren and Jessie,

Just wanted to say a great big THANK YOU, for a wonderful day on Saturday.

Cheyenne is usually scared to try new things, and I was nervous. I want her to have some fun, but don't want to scare her trying. Thanks to Jessie and your kindness and caring, I think she felt very safe and had a great time.

I also greatly appreciated your kindness when I had trouble climbing the hill from hell.

Thank you for the pictures from our hike. What a great way to remember a fun day.

Thanks again,

Janette and Cheyenne

Kathryn, Eren, and (of course) Jessie:

I just wanted to thank you again for such a wonderful time on Saturday. David and I had a really great time and I guess I don't need to tell you that the girls had the best times of their lives (Tiggy had a long nap when we got home and Grizelda slept for almost 24 hours straight). It was a great way to spend my birthday. It was wonderful to meet so many great People and so many awesome dogs.

It was nice to see the pictures you posted on your website. I'm hoping we got a couple of good shots on our camera. I will send them to you once we have the roll developed.

Thank you for the photo albums. That was such a lovely thing to do.

Thanks again,

Desiree.

Kathryn, Eren & Jessie,

Great pictures! Also, thanks for the ones you sent to me. Spencer and I had a great time. Thanks so much,

Sandra Kellogg & Spence