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We live in "Steinbeck country" (Salinas Valley/Monterey County), named after the famous author John Steinbeck. And just as Steinbeck documented his journeys with his beloved dog in "Travels with Charlie", I'm going to photojournal in this thread my "Travels with Melody".
A lot has changed in Salinas since the days of Steinbeck. But some things haven't changed that much. Today we visited the childhood home of Steinbeck, which has been restored to its original beauty.
Down the street from the Steinbeck House is the Steinbeck Public Library, with a bronze statue of the author at the front entrance. I don't think Melody's ever seen a statue before. At first she was puzzled that he didn't greet her - or even flinch one little bit.
Then she surprised me and became downright ornery!
So I took her back to to dog training school for some proper obedience training. Of course, she passed with flying colors.
Please share photos of your fitbitting friends here!
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That snake looks so threatening @rightdx, especially in the last picuture. Melody is very brave, my dog would've ran away leaving me behind lol. 
Best AnswerWhen we went to the beach at Carmel by the Sea, Melody had a great time swimming in the waves and splashing in the tide pools.
At the end of Carmel Beach is the famous Pebble Beach Golf Course.
So we decided to check it out.
But, dogs will be dogs.....
Melody, have you no respect?
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Hahahaha when you have to go, you have to go said Melody. Awesome pics @rightdx, thank you again!
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Hahaha very funny. 
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Best AnswerI've heard that a tomato juice bath works wonders if your dog happens to get sprayed by a skunk.
Fortunately, I didn't have to find out the hard way.
Good girl Melody!
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It's great to see the adventures you are living with Melody. 
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You are making me homesick, @rightdx!
I'm originally from California, and absolutely adore Monterey. I moved to New York last year and have been missing my otters. Luckily, I adopted my sweet sweet Madelyn on my way here; she keeps me motivated & active.
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Mouthwash works to for Skunks to on dogs
Humans Hydroperoxide I keep it around as where I walk sometimes there are a lot of Skunks
http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-deskunk-a-human/
http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/skunk.htm
No way would I picked up that snake. @rightdx
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You have good company then @JLStone86, I'm sure Madelyn is happy to go for a walk anytime! 
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Awww Madelyn is so cute too @JLStone86! 
I'm very happy to hear you have the best company.
@rightdx I had not seen that picture! Oh man, thank goodness nothing happened. 
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I really like to see the adventures you share with Melody! I really love the places you visit.
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Inspired by Melody and Madelyn, I will be taking my dog Baby Boo for a very long walk in the woods this weekend, we're both very excited! 
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Molly is so cute @DavideFitbit! I'm glad you are taking her for a long walk, they love this.
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