We all love a good day on the ice, but nothing ruins it faster than a trip to the emergency vet. For example, a post by Jeff H. in a Montana fishing group revealed a story about his dog that recently found more than just old fishing holes while sniffing around the lake. Instead of a harmless scent trail, she discovered a forgotten treble hook, and things went downhill fast. Blood on the ice, a panicked drive to the vet, and an $850 bill later, this hard-water adventure turned into a hard-learned lesson.
So, if you pack it in, pack it out. No one—human or canine—should have to pay the price for someone else’s laziness. Be a responsible angler, clean up after yourself and keep the ice safe for everyone.