Almost every time we check into a campground we’re asked the same question: how many children and how many pets? Which got us thinking….about getting a dog!

His name is Grady. He doesn’t bark. He doesn’t shed. He doesn’t drool (or have any other unpleasant bodily functions). He just sits quietly and adorably on the arm of the lounge in our Safari (which he’s color coordinated to match) and relaxes on our Astroturf front lawn right next to the flamingos which he never, ever chases.

Grady also loves to ride in the truck (which dog doesn’t?) and play in the great outdoors, so he’s the perfect pet for us.

Did we mention that Grady is stuffed?

Grady hanging out in the Airstream.

Grady trying to keep cool in the Black Rock Desert.

Grady enjoying Lake Shasta.

Grady visiting Canyonlands National Park.