VanLife Adventure Dogs
Travel with
VanLife Adventure Dogs
Their World Is Only As Big As You Make It
Welcome to VanLife Adventure Dogs. Home is where your heart is, and you can always have them right by your side. Our goal is to help travel enthusiasts understand the how-to behind traveling with your pet in a way that brings adventure, memories and fun. Here you can find the proper tools and equipment to bring, the psychology behind what your companion wants to communicate, and tips and tricks for navigating all kinds of rules and regulations. Want to visit national parks with your buddy? We know the when, where and how. Does Fido need help with car etiquette? We can help you load in and get comfy. Curious about pet-friendly cities to frequent? Theres a map for that! Join our full-time van-life adventure as we explore the USA.
Storefronts
Products, Places and Things We Love
Storefronts
Products, Places and Things we Love
From van build items, pup re-stock to self indulgences-- Amazon is a go to for life on the road. Take a peek at all the stuff we use at our Amazon Store. All items are ones we believe in, but we also earn a commission when you purchasing through our link. So thanks for checking it out:)
Products
Don't see something in our Amazon Storefront? If we are affiliated you can find it here. We love to spread the word about products and services that benefit us. And we will pass a savings code onto you wherever we are able. Take a look!
Places
If you want to know the where and how of that insane insta pic you scoped on the socials, look no further. You can find the ins and outs of where and how here. If you dont find the location you are looking for, please send me a message. I would love to fill in those blanks for you.
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Our Story
Meet Lisa. In 2022 she oggled all of the val-lifers on instagram as she spent the pandemic working endless hours at her marketing company. It seemed while everyone else had time and space she was busier than she had ever been-- and more frustration came with it. So she let it all go. In 2023 the house was sold, and the van build began. This is a whole new world of learning, successes, failures and brain power. And with that power comes great excitement. The ability to attain a new level of freedom is the greatest energy even known.
Meet Finn. Short for Finnly that is. He was rescued by Lisa in 2014. It was clear that he had a tainted past, and a lot of trust issues that came with it. He needed a place to call home which included patience, and it is a miracle that he and Lisa found each other. when they did. She was in her mid 30's and losing her ability to hear, but it wasnt until Finn arrived that she realized just how much. So he became her ears, and she advocated for his boundaries. Through a love of training and agility, their relationship grew. Finn officially became a service dog in 2016, and he has not left her side ever since. He still doesnt like to be picked up--Only touch on his terms:)
Meet Jaxx. Or Jaxxon if you want to be technical about it. Jaxx was Lisa's 6th foster of 2023, and she just could not let him go. He was dropped at the shelter with his mom when he was only 5 1/2 weeks, and they were immediately separated for unknown reasons. Lisa and Jaxx found an instant and strong attachment. In addition, he had all the smarts to become a service animal and allow Finn to retire in his old age. Being part Jack Russell, Jaxx is all personality. The side-eye, back-talk and goofiness of this little pup is unmatched. While finn is reserved and stoic, Jaxx is boundless laughter. The energy he brings to this little family unit is a gift for sure!
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If its about an interest in van-life, dogs, adventure or all of that combined, I would love to connect. Please send me all your questions comments and stories. We learn from our own experiences as well as what others have been through. It raises us all to help one another. <3