Originally posted by Glacier

... I have a small log carrier
I'll have to look for a bigger one that would
work as a doggy stretcher.
There have been a few occasions where such a thing
would have come in handy!
Another item that might come in handy - given your 6 months
of snow cover - is a kid's Plastic Sled like this >>>


This style has some *rigidity* and slightly raised sides -
very similar to Hoomin rescue sled/stretchers that Fire Guys use.
Pictured one is 66" long - you should be able to find a "Kid Sized"
about 4 - 4 1/2 feet long - more Dawg-sized.
The SLED is handy for a long transport and would
offer support for an injured back or limbs.

GLAD the Preacher is showing no signs of injury from
the Big Step!

/s/ Phred
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