Samantha Eastburn is living her dream, spending her days on the water in San Diego with dogs as her constant companions. The Arizona transplant runs a business called SUP Pups. She has trained thousands of dogs and their human companions to stand up paddleboard (SUP) together.
Eastburn is stoked about paddleboarding’s physical and mental benefits for both humans and dogs. “It’s a sport, it’s a hobby, it can be therapy,” she said. “I see dogs all the time leave the lesson and they have this little pep in their step. It builds their confidence, and it’s a bonding experience for both of you as well.”
With the right coach, board, and water, Eastburn says, anybody can learn to paddleboard. Here are some tips to help you and your canine BFF take to the water.
