LIVING IN MY HONDA PILOT WITH MY DOG: how I handle groceries & errands

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[@kariturks8191]

I had a thought. If you had a medical emergency while you were in a store it would be a good idea to have a bracelet or necklace that said that you have a dog in the car. I'm a type 1 diabetic and a medical emergency is quite possible and if I had my pet in the car I would want whoever found me to be alerted of that as soon as possible.

[@Aragedie]

That's a good idea!

[@roxywyndham]

That’s is a good idea because I have seizures and syncope. It’s rare but it happens. Ima looks into it. I leave my babies in the car when I run in the store, if it’s hot, with the battery powered fans and the window cracked. If it’s cold, with all the blankets and their sweaters on.

[@TasticTravels]

A great idea! I hope she sees this!

[@rosemarydoran9907]

Brooke, obviously Pippa is your priority as any pet should be! I have three senior rescued dachshunds that are my life. 8 years ago I had a massive stroke and I'm now unable to work and I'm fully disabled. I am able to live independently and take care of myself for the most part. I no longer drive and I don't go out very often but grocery delivery has been a godsend! I'm not with my dogs 24/7 but pretty close to that. I may go out on a busy week once for 3 or 4 hours if I have to go to a doctor's appointment or an occasional social engagement. As you started your video I wondered if you did grocery pickup and you actually answered that question. It's such a smart thing and is you said, every place really has it! And the bonus is you stick to your list when you do the grocery pickup or delivery because you don't wander up and down the aisles at Target and end up spending a bunch of extra money on impulse buys. When I first got home after rehab from my stroke, I didn't have access to grocery delivery as it wasn't a thing in my city yet so my next door neighbor and dear friend would grocery shop for me once a week and I could order any pet food I needed from Petco or chewy.com so the dogs were taken care of. Now that numerous retailers have grocery delivery in my area, I make good use of it and have for about the last 5 years. It really makes things so much easier. My pharmacy even delivers which is great. I live in the Midwest and right now it's about 25° today and I have my fireplace going and the three dachshunds are on my lap; one of them is underneath the blanket with me and the other two are just laying here sleeping. They are like my little built-in heaters! I hope you and Pippa have many, many more years of wonderful travels together. I have had beagles in the past and they are wonderful dogs. I volunteer for a beagle and basset rescue here in the Midwest and have fostered many hounds over the years. Unfortunately I can't get out and help at events like I used to or drive on weekend transports but it is still great to be able to help out in the ways that I can. Thanks for the in informative video! Hello to Pippa from Gigi, Henry and Yoda!

[@TheVelvetsky614]

I am a long distance semi driver and I have my German Shepherd with me. It never occurred to me to wonder what you do with Pippa because you're clearly a responsible adult, able to provide her great care. I have sometimes gotten an uber to Walmart or other places while my dog is in the truck. if the weather is less desirable, I leave the truck running for comfort. I swear my dog appreciates the mini breaks from me, now and then, as he is typically sound asleep when I return. He does get super excited when we get a day or two back home however :-) Safe and happy travels 😊

[@towritemichelle210]

We love Pippa! Thank you for sharing her with us!!

[@LittleMissIssues]

Heeyyyyy Brooke! I am so happy to hear all of the things you do to take extra care for Pippa!! Also I wanted to mention to people who are thinking about traveling with their pup. I walk dogs and care for people's homes on an app called Rover. So, if you had an event or something you needed to do during the day and needed sitting for your pet, you could contact people in that zip code on the app and find their reviews and such. Some people take in the animals for the day or overnight in their homes! So, check that out, it's a great option!! Xo

[@angelabraggs7614]

Brooke! It's a blessing 🙌 🙏 for me to travel with my furbabies I have 3 with me on the road. I will be lost without them

[@mscupcakedreamson36]

Omgosh! I have three as well. Wherever I go they go. I don’t put them on planes, because I don’t want them to suffer. But, I’m seriously thinking of traveling with them for about four years. I keep wondering how will we do it. If I leave the dogs for 2 mins., my boy will bark. I can’t afford to lose them. I’d die without them. If you’re traveling with yours, I’d appreciate any advice.

[@angelabraggs7614]

@@mscupcakedreamson36 OMGOSH. That is so me. They are so faithful to us and they love us

[@servicedogsgonewild7670]

Please make a video of how you do it I'm moving in my car cuz of bills but I can't get rid of my babies I have a dog and 2 cats

[@gmdelatorre3759]

Wow Brooke, I have been watching your videos for 6 mos now. So, anyone watching your videos don't know or can see, that Pippa is your fur-baby... She comes first... and Pippa is #1 in your life and she is living her best life! She is a lucky girl. GM

[@TinaRice4]

PETS are our children!!! I love knowing that you put PRECIOUS PIPPA FIRST in all your plans! Pets Deserve the Best Life!!!! We ALL LOVE Ms. PIPPA!!!! 🐾💗🐾

[@janefrick7154]

And that is the reason I love shopping at Marshall’s, TJ Maxx, and home goods and let’s not forget Lowe’s they all welcome dogs.

[@roxywyndham]

Yup they do ❤

[@fifer4781]

Pippa is a lucky lady. You obviously love her very much 🤗

[@terrydavis5223]

You are the BEST Dogmom Ever! Pippa is always such a cutie. We all Love her! Thanks for sharing ❤️🐕👱‍♀️🦃🍁🍂🌻

[@carolrivers292]

I love that Starbucks gives free ice water and free hot water😍

[@scable-eq7bp]

I travel with a Golden Retriever and she is my first priority. She's a fairly young dog with no health issues, but that could change quickly. I think the biggest risk for dogs when camping in the desert is coyotes and rattlesnake. When camping in areas that are heavily wooded, you have to be mindful of wood ticks.

[@triciasteenson8570]

Your common sense conversation is brilliant! We travel during the summer with our Pippa lookalike (rat terrier cross) and it's all about making sure that Lara is kept safe, happy and cool.

[@angelabraggs7614]

I thank you for not giving her up in her older age

[@ObsessedWithDogs]

It absolutely makes sense to travel with the weather like you do! Pippa is so precious and is always so cute just relaxing in the background of your videos.

[@twylamc1]

It’s so lovely to hear that there’s no way you would have left Pippa when it’s mostly you hear are people dropping off in the shelter or dumping their dogs/pets cos of whatever reason (but sometimes cos they are old) and it breaks my heart. We just bought a camper trailer and here in Australia, dogs are not allowed to the National Parks but there’s no way we would not take our 12 yo husky with us. Either we skip the National Parks for now or maybe we find a sitter where we are at if we would like to hike/visit these places for a day.

[@michelleellis8201]

Hi Brooke. Anyone who is a regular on your channel knows that Pippa is always first and foremost in your mind and you would never put her in a dangerous situation ❤. I miss seeing your outdoor videos. Will you be doing any of those again soon?

[@BrookeandPippa]

I just posted one last week

[@Prius.Adventures]

This is why I bought this 2012 Prius V for the climate control. Even if it's in the 90's I can leave the car running with climate control and they are very comfortable in 76 - 77 degree temperature inside. You can leave this running and lock it with the aux. key and it can't be opened with a key fob. You can also buy a temperature gauge that you can check the car temp and be alerted if there is a change. Also whether winter or summer you can always be comfortable. I am really happy I bought this car for camping I use it more than the Roadtrek Van.

[@careystayton2663]

You can also register Pippa as a service dog and then she can go with you into walmart. truck stops for showers things like that.

[@SenorGuzman32]

She can also leave Pippa in the car all day.

[@careystayton2663]

@SenorGuzman32 not when its hot and I wouldn't leave my dog in the car people break into cars and take pets. Really!!

[@SenorGuzman32]

@@careystayton2663 yeah that’s why a lot of people are being shot now in days, for being stupid

[@allimarie3511]

There no such thing as register in the us for service dog those ones you see are fake also you have to be disabled to have a service dog this KZbin creator isn’t disabled

[@marthacooper7018]

So glad you think of her first, we have to take care of our fur babies.

[@billrayvan6857]

Right now my 115 lb pitbull are living in my 4x4 pickup we sleep in the cab been snowing here in the mountains of California ... We're having the time of our lives together . She's my second pitbull my other one made 13 years ... Happy to see you're doing great and placing Pippa first as we all do when nomad living .

[@ritasmoot1823]

AMEN SISTA. I too have said that my baby was the longest relationship I had ever had!! The best kind of partner is a dog. They love UNCONDITIONALLY!! 🤗

[@LadyGTarot]

Whether I am traveling in the Van or traveling in the Prius car I either turn on the generator or in the car I can set the temperature control and key lock the car so it can remain running keeping my puppies totally comfortable. That is why I got the Prius Hybrid for climate control it really is perfect for car camping or living.

[@hannahhuey1002]

You are such an inspiration to me ! I've been living in my Honda element for the past two months ! Im really much happier being in my car !

[@DenaInWyo]

I worry so much about leaving my pug in the car alone for fear of someone smashing a window and stealing her. Would, of course, never dream of leaving her in hot weather. Thinking maybe window reflectix so people can't look in and see her. The thought of that happening just makes me feel ill. I don't know what I'd do. Thank you for this video, you helped calm a lot of my fears. Somehow, it didn't occur to me to do showering and shopping really early in the morning.

[@maryolson411]

I almost didn't take my cat but she's a rescue and been through too much already. Thankfully she took to traveling. I do the same things you do to keep her safe.

[@ksanurse]

Pippa is most important for your mental health and you are most important to her emotional health. She loves you. She always looks quite satisfied and clearly has adjusted to your lifestyle.

[@angelabraggs7614]

You are such a good fur mom

[@suzanne296]

I'd never would live her alone. She's so special. And you are too.

[@JulieAiken]

When on the road I live by the line from "Everybody's Talkin'" by the great Harry Nilsson: "Goin' where the weather suits my clothes." Thanks for another fantastic video and for taking such great care of Pippa.

[@MsPhillyG]

I absolutely looooove that you're so considerate of your adorable little furbaby Pipa

[@middysmamma]

Would you consider Pippa to be your service dog? She seems to have such a comforting and a soothing personality.

[@JeffeysMom]

I travel with 2-4 chihuahuas n I feel you! Errands are early early mornings n quick when temps are high. I do grocery pickups as often as possible. I mostly travel spring n fall❤

[@K9_NINA]

My girl is stopping me right now from just selling my home and going on the road as she’s a big gal and would not be comfortable in my car. A tent would be an option- however she is a retired police dog and is sooo aggressive and I would be afraid for other doggos even though I muzzle her when I have to take her potty. My neighbors just sold their home and dumped their beautiful dogs at the pound 😭😭 I’m just thinking about how scared and lonely they must be. 🖤

[@angelagalante6519]

You and Pippa are amazing and Pippa loves you exactly how much you love her Love you both 🥰

[@user-wh5qc4mh8i]

You should get a small camera set up that’s connected to your phone so you can check on her when you have to duck out of the car

[@ms.sherlock]

Hey Brooke just wanted to say I'm really proud of you for how fast you bounced back and are back on the road again. I think that at my age 72 I realize that it's always best to keep things as simple as possible we used to say k i s s keep it simple stupid. Not that you're stupid. Not at all. But that is good life motto to just keep this things as simple as possible and still have a good experience so. I myself would never use one of those type of camper things because I know how much trouble something that big it's so easy to break down would be. I would see trouble trouble all over the all over the place but I am 72 and it is different for me. But I really applaud you for getting back on your on the horse. Your new car your 2011 looks fantastic. I am also dictating this to this reply so you will have a lot of grammar mistakes!! Again I just want to tell you how brave, resourceful, and admirable you are at living your at living your dream. You should be so proud of yourself!

[@aprildawnsunshine4326]

Just realized something that might be helpful for the nomad community; training for us & our dogs similar to the training service dogs get but just focusing on the behaving in public part. Not saying anyone should pretend they have a service animal when they don't, but that would enable us to safely take our dogs into places when necessary without causing problems. Ime most places care more that your dog's not gonna destroy their stuff than anything else. Idk, might be a terrible idea but just popped in my head so thought I'd share 😊

[@margies5906]

You are a wise and loving woman! Great advice! Thank you 😊

[@evelynkitchen7856]

Thanks for your travel videos and including Pippa. I only know you from KZbin but feel you would never put pippa in any kind of danger. Continued safe travels as you make your way back across the country😎

[@judithgottlieb2605]

I got the idea from you of using a Bluetti power source and a fan to keep my dog cool in the car.

[@tamararummel2027]

You may have already considered this, but you can purchase a service dog vest for Pippa, and stores can't refuse to allow her in the store. If she has anxiety in various situations, that may not be an option for you. I'm enjoying your videos, I've just started binge watching. It's been nice to see have you've progressed. 😊

[@Terraducky]

I like that you are living for "Pippa's retirement"!!! Thanks for this great video full of tips on pets on the road.

[@Djzookeeper24]

You share the most awesome content Brooke. You and Pippa are the best.❤️❤️❤️

[@jaynpenny]

I bring my French bulldog in Walmarts with me everytime I go there no problem what so ever, they love him.

[@faithtaylor7404]

Pippa❤

[@cassandrapollard4922]

Love love watching you and pippa. So much information

[@TheMaddVanner]

Love Pippa. Hope you get many more travel adventures with her. My Jake is 10 in April.

[@pattijohnson8197]

Thanks for answering one of my burning questions! I knew you were a good furbaby momma, I just didn't go how. ❤❤

[@euniceduncan899]

I forget where you like to stay in the SW in the coldest part of ❄️ with Pippa? I don't know if I could handle those dust storms in AZ. Have you thought about writing a book about your travel experiences? So many new experiences & challenges. I would buy it.

[@cynthiabayly5402]

Hey Brooke and Pippa ` so happy to see your subscribers have more then doubled over the past few months .. Yeehaw you go gurl .. I remember from long time ago how you made your shopping trips and this question must be from a newbie which is great .. Have a blessed and safe week now .. peace

[@tracyhull7936]

Hey Brooke I new I liked you and Pippa it was great to hear you are originally a Pennsylvania girl love your videos I am originally from Pennsylvania too and I have an older male dog named Jacob who likes to see Pippa in your videos we are fans of you both

[@kristieroybal4888]

Thank you Thank you Thank you! We have seven Mini Doxies, and it was religion at our house growing up: You NEVER take on the responsibility of an animal that is completely dependent on you without bending over backwards to meet his/her EVERY need. You are an extra special human being for taking proper care of her to the extent that you do.

[@ashleykinney4961]

Morning! I wanna travel but I work full time and have a cat. You make it look fun and exciting love from Oklahoma 💓🫶

[@jennymiller2460]

Where in Ok? I am in Enid. ❤

[@ashleykinney4961]

@@jennymiller2460 owasso close to tulsa 🙂

[@calico_mojo]

@@ashleykinney4961 I grew up in Collinsville/ Claremore and spent tons of time in Owasso! Now in southeast Kansas.

[@jennymiller2460]

@@ashleykinney4961 I grew up in Wagoner and lived many years in Tulsa, midtown. At 62, hope to join Van life living by next summer. Nice to see an okie here. I love and admire Brooke and Pippa.

[@suefiebiger2290]

Only people with good planning skills and a high degree of adaptability should consider living in their car. You have learned a great deal these past two years, but you had a good skill set to begin with. Enjoy your honesty, energy and openness.

[@barbaradelpino4020]

Are you planning to put down some of these travel itineraries as recommendations by any chance ? It sounds like you have destinations matched up perfectly with the weather. Would be amazing ❤ to do/follow what you've done :) ❤

[@brigidanow]

Smart, good pet parent common sense.

[@sbrose3776]

I live in the California desert. Here dogs are permitted at patio restaurants. Lowe's and Home Depot allow dogs. Other stores welcome them as well has a couple of food markets. I've lived here almost 20 years and I've never seen a dog misbehave in these situations so people use good judgment about their dogs ability to adapt to these situations.

[@LPoper]

💜 conscientious pet owners! Thanks for all the good tips!

[@ritadighent]

"This is Pippa's retirement." Aaaaaaaw!!!!!

[@susanmorgan647]

What a great video. Thank you!

[@brighterdays6993]

You should get a dog stroller for Pippa. I have a friend that takes her dog in most places because it is in a stroller. Just a thought. I enjoy watching you..and envy what you are doing. If I could find a way to support myself on the road I think I would go.

[@amylambert2365]

You can also do curbside ordering and pick up curbside. Have you ever tried to get a Therapy Dog Patch so she can go in places with you and that is much less risky for her?

[@livingforjesus2619]

YES! Being a RESPONSIBLE pet owner. So glad to see this and wish everyone thought this way. We see homeless people in IOWA dead of winter outside with there dogs:( it makes me so upset.

[@BrookeandPippa]

So what do you do to help them?

[@1stJohn3.9-10]

From 11/21-8/22, I lived in my Jeep for 9 months traveling from FL to CA. My family and friends found out and pressured me into getting an apt. Well, I don't want to keep paying $15K/year for rent. So I'm wanting to find a Box Truck or Cargo Van with no windows to travel 100% Stealth. But I have a cat, but I'm not sure how to create a CATIO to keep her cool in the summers, while I'm away for 1 or 2 hours. If I get a Box Truck, I will be able to hide an A/C unit above the cab with a Wind Deflector like the 18 wheelers have, then I can create a craw space there. But if I get a Cargo Van, I was thinking of creating a small opening in the floor that leads down into a cage, so that she is Covered, Hidden, Protected, and has a 4way Cross Breeze.

[@marilyngatson2289]

I haveblivedn6 years in my rv and have a pug and worry about her still in a rv even with an ac unit. I use a Tempstick which has no monthly payments and you can set the temp to notify you by text or email if it gets to hot or cold. It gives me a peace of mind if I have to leave my pug for a little bit.

[@alyshiadavis4957]

Happy birthday Pippa!!!🎉

[@carolrivers292]

Thank you🎉

[@bells6959]

I love Pippa u go you too

[@dusttodust4295]

Thank you for the good pet advice ❤

[@LovingAtlanta]

👍Smart decisions. 💝

[@katmeyster]

Very practical

[@gaylerichards7409]

Great point on everyone had pick up now.

[@brentorres8496]

Ooo Sunday vid! Yay! 😊

[@dvf4550]

Well said!

[@jeanemoore9102]

Brooke love watching. Little pippa is too much !! I have a question. So do you have stuff? I am retired, just me and my spouse. We have a home, furniture, things stored in my attic, etc. so you don’t have any of that?

[@BrookeandPippa]

Nope no stuff lol. I have a 5x5 storage locker that has my summer gear like my bike, paddle board etc, but that’s really it

[@gaylerichards7409]

I’m wondering if you could bring Pippa inside places like Target in extreme weather due to the fact you live in your car. There should be allowances for you.

[@BrookeandPippa]

It’s easier to just not bring her in

[@trish7080]

Love your videos,so much good information 🙂

[@thereseshine7506]

Good momma! ❤️

[@TACSmom]

Idk how they are getting away with it but people seem to be bringing their dogs into stores more these days.

[@ramonapuckett3059]

Thank you for this video ❤

[@NellieBlu]

Thanks so much! Great info.

[@shellyjay8954]

Do you ever watch other you tube channels to get tips and ideas for living in your car, van, Suv?

[@BrookeandPippa]

Nope after 3 years I have my preferences pretty much figured out

[@auntrowdy]

It cracks me up that anyone would think that you would leave Pippa in the car when it’s really hot out. No one would assume you’d do that if Pippa were a human. It’s like they want to “what if” a million different scenarios that have 0.000001% chance of happening. Like, “would you leave her in the car if it’s 120 degrees in Phoenix and there’s a sharknado heading towards you, and you had to go in a store to get bear spray and it will take you 4 hours because you have to walk backwards through the entire store. Then would you?” Ummm, still no. 😂

[@BrookeandPippa]

LOL THIS EXACTLY

[@kimdagnillo8246]

OMG, the people asking that question clearly have no pets. I take my dog everywhere I go in 3 seasons, the summer I don’t because of the heat. My dog doesn’t care if I take 30 mins to an hour while we’re on errands. When I get on the road I’ll do it just as you , in the morning when the heat is not an issue and since I hate the heat I won’t be around those states in the summer. I’ll be going up in elevation. Sometimes I feel common sense it’s really “common” anymore 😊. Rocket science it ain’t !

[@melodieyanchik4309]

Richard pepper has a service animal then she can go in you with you to Walmart and the LA fitness

[@debmagon2185]

Do you have doggie day care We do in NZ and its great if you want to have a dog free day now and then.

[@willercarvalho3227]

What do you do when you have to work? I’m about to do the same and I need some tips about what to do to go work for 8-10h and still have my dog

[@marycatherinesmart4366]

Since she is on the smaller side can you take her in with you in places like in a shopping cart? With a blanket

[@Fktheworldfr]

How do I keep my dog cool while I'm at work

[@jodyb1460]

❤ Pippa

[@erikad2440]

Have you been to Quartzsite AZ? I was wondering what its all about, there seems great weather. Thanks for your content

[@BrookeandPippa]

Yup, weather is great, but it’s a madhouse from Dec-March. Not my favorite because of how many people are packed in there

[@erikad2440]

@@BrookeandPippa I wondered if it was a madhouse. I live in Cleveland and want to visit Joshua Tree.

[@BrookeandPippa]

I mean plenty of people go back every year and spend the whole winter down there, it’s just not my scene personally. Go to Joshua Tree if you want to go lol

[@delindamontague7463]

Why not do Doggy Daycare?

[@maryanne2939]

I have heard there is a a/c unit that runs on solar and can be mounted to roof of car. Anyone know where to buy one?

[@pattichristian4128]

I have been wondering how to travel far with a pet. Thanks

[@phoenixdikaia]

Yeah I don’t trust my car or my dog. She tries to lock me out.

[@mollyhigham3460]

How do you find dog sitter or a doctor you trust

[@ajah2956]

Girl your skin is so glowy the last 2 videos, what do use? Lol.

[@BrookeandPippa]

Just some rose hip oil lol

[@agr8h2o]

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