I was a truck driver then I full timed in a travel trailer for 7 years with my dog. Miss it so much I just got a class B and we’re hitting the road again.
There’s a learning (and comfort) curve. You’re going to be nervous at first and you will almost definitely question your decision in those first weeks. Stick to it and push through those moments. You’ll eventually get into a groove and become much more comfortable with the lifestyle. The real fun begins once you’re confident in what you’re doing, which just takes time. This is a huge adjustment!
With that said, the VAST majority of full timers absolutely love the lifestyle.
I don’t know what kind of dog you have, but your dog will love it. Just make sure your dog is up to date on vaccinations and flea/tick meds. The small space isn’t an issue at all if you’re giving your dog enough walks and exercise. If your dog sheds, that’ll be the biggest issue. Small spaces collect dog hair fast. I have a high shedding lab so I brush him almost daily and vacuum often.
Most of my friends and family are jealous of my dog. He’s been coast to coast. He’s swam in the Atlantic, Pacific, and Gulf shores. He’s chased squirrels in the Appalachians, Ozarks, Rockies, deserts, forests, etc. We’ve been to state parks, national monuments, and my favorite – tiny unknown beautiful places in the middle of nowhere free from tourists. He’s seen the nicest trails, been to the best dog parks/beaches, gets to meet tons of interesting people and other dogs, and of course gets to be with me 24/7. Most humans should be so fortunate.
You and your dog are going to love this. It’s perfectly natural to be nervous and you’ll have an adjustment period for sure, but you’ll be in a groove in no time.
Happy trails and happy tails!
You have your dog with you so nothing to be nervous about.
Enjoy! Nice RV
There’s this point on the road where that anxiety about your new life turns into that feeling of joy that you get as soon as you jump out of a plane. I’ve been living the nomad life for 3 years now. After being in a place for a while, both of those feelings come back to me when it’s time to head far away and try somewhere new.
I hit the road for a year in my SUV with the goal of camping most of the time. I miss that time so much. There was an agenda (hit as many national parks as I could). It was life changing and sometimes it takes a ton of effort to not just pack up the SUV and tent and hit the road again. Your setup… might have meant I never came back. I almost want to sell it all and do what you are doing. Be safe, happy travels. Keep us updated.
I’m just back from 3 months of traveling FL just me and my dog . You’ll have long conversations with your pup
I had one about the same size. I downsize to a tiny truck camper. You’ll have fun. All that space is luxurious, but expensive for gas.
Source: T minus 2 days, me and my dog. Heading NW no destination. Not coming back. NERVOUS!
