The Unspoken Costs of Outdoor Delights The recent story of a Great Dane receiving a stretcher ride down a British Columbia mountain has left many scratching their heads.
A 120 pound dog, injured paw pads and all, was whisked away by search and rescue teams on a whim, with her owners seemingly oblivious to the costs involved.
While it's easy to get swept up in the sentimental value of a dog being rescued by heroic strangers, the reality is more complex.