The other day we had our own version of the Polar Bear Plunge. Chopper was on his way to take us for his daily ball chasing on the grass, and Billy, who in my opinion, has become way too casual about jumping on and off the boat, missed the dock as he was jumping off the boat and plunged into the icy drink. Brrrrr.
He screamed and struggled to climb up the boat. When he realized that he wasn't going to be able to climb the hull, he turned and swam for the nearest pylon. The tide was low but he climbed the pylon like...well like a cat trying to get out of freezing cold water. When he was within reach I grabbed him and puled him up. The poor guy was soaked and freezing. He was in the water for a good minute maybe two. I admit I totally panicked and didn't know how to help him as he struggled to climb the boat. Next time I'm going to remember the good advice of lowering a blanket, a sheet or anything that is long enough that he could climb in case he needs to.
4 comments:
Bless his heart! Maybe you need a dip net like those fishermen use.
Well Jomama, I'm afraid there's too many dips on board already....
Familarise him with a piece of carpet nailed to the dock that dangles in the water and hopefully he will use it should he fall in a gain?
By familiarize do you mean throw him in? That's a pretty good idea, the carpet that is.
Post a Comment