The first time I saw my dog in two years, after COVID

Two years after pressing pause on the expedition following news of an emerging pandemic, of suppressing the emotions of a forced interruption, and the unknown that comes with separation, I have finally been able to return to the life I’ve been dreaming of, and continue the expedition… with Wombat.
This is the first moment, I got to see my dog after two years of separation.
He remembered me.
COVER IMAGE Danyal Taylor

[@katrinabrosnan7261]

So lovely to see this Lucy. Can't wait until, some day, he will come home and meet Frida and the 3 amigos!!!

[@LucyBarnard]

Neither can I!!

[@ASDPOWER]

Yah!!!!!! so glad you have doggo back he looks so happy to see you... You look so happy too!!!! lots of love and hugs from Leon and Mathilda too. Sending you all the hugs!!!!

[@daverobert7927]

Back on track. Safe journey.

[@randysmith6493]

Good hike to you two. I know he must have have thought, “I can’t believe my nose, it’s really you “. This is probably way off your normal course of comment post, but I had a lucid dream this year and I found myself sitting on the floor below a master soul sitting in a chair enjoying a talk. A door opened while I was chatting and a person came in the room with a dog on a leash. It was my dog not seen in 8 years since his death. When he saw me he went happy berserk and rushed up to me wiggling crazy like. It was great. Safe journeys you to.

[@melusine826]

I can't even imagine how hard it was to be separated for that long

[@garyhaddon8139]

Mr BiteyMcBiteyface. I still have the scars.... Wear thick gaiters that he can't bite through hahaha! Good to see you both together again.

[@GinandRing]

those bonding snuggles are simply the best 💛

[@HikingwithGus]

Love my Heeler Gus, I can't imagine being separated for that long. So happy you two are back together....

[@LucyBarnard]

Me too!!!

[@helenclarkson]

He's like, "I'm not letting you out of my sight again mum!"

[@LucyBarnard]

100% correct!

[@Thommo57]

That is such a beautiful story. Thank you for sharing with us. Been with you all they way so far and are looking forward to future updates. Take care. Geoff Shepparton Victoria x

[@alisonackerley2755]

This was such a joyful video, thank you! Conquer the world Lucy and Wombat!! we’ll be watching!!!

[@d00dEEE]

This is wonderful news!

[@767driver4]

Awesome! ❤

[@OutbackMike]

Great vid Lucy!🐶🐶🐶

[@mdawg688]

Wooooohoooooo!!! I am glad you and Wombat are finally reunited!!! Looking forward to following your adventures!

[@TT-kw4cy]

Yay!!! Thanks for the update. Looking forward to future videos. Hope the training is continuing to go well.

[@robinmassey9042]

So lovely to see this video Lucy. Cos I've been following on Insta I knew you were well on your way but wanted to see the Reunion!!

[@colin549]

I was with you on Twitter when you first started your journey in South America. Saw when you got Wombat, and enjoyed your journey till Covid hit. Glad you are doing fine and continuing your journey!

[@LucyBarnard]

Woah! That was a long time ago!

[@nauticalnovice9244]

Lovely!

[@samartz]

so happy to see this😅

[@user-ie3mg8mc9u]

Wow 2 years…

[@maeg.9123]

Hey so I’m new to this channel but I wanted to know why her and her dog couldn’t see each other?

[@ItsCwaysWorldEsq]

New to your journey, but its truly inspiring. Quick question, why couldn't Wombat go home with you to Australia during the pandemic?

[@ItsCwaysWorldEsq]

Nevermind, I found your Instagram and read your post on why... I am so sorry you had to leave him but I am glad you have him now!

[@LucyBarnard]

Bio security is the quick answer. The import process from a class 3 country into Australia is 7 months, and 6 months from class two. (There are only 3 class 1 countries that are each within close proximity to Australia with similar biohazard regulations)

[@colin549]

By the way just you and Wambat would make a great documentary.

[@LucyBarnard]

Thanks! Did you see the one Dan made? It’s also on my channel ❤

[@Dranreb865]

So they allow dogs now in the airport? I know k9's but for civilians? Man, what a sad world. We hold on to our dogs as if they are equals

[@LucyBarnard]

😂😂 yes. It’s so sad when we put others above ourselves. 🛥️ 🦒🦒🐆🐆🐇🐇

[@Dranreb865]

@@LucyBarnard agree 😊👍