Oh man, I can totally picture your chocolate lab looking like an actual chocolate cake after that muddy adventure! My buddy had a similar experience a few years back when he took his golden retriever for a hike along the Bow River trails. It had rained the night before, and sweet Buddy couldn't resist jumping into every puddle and mud pit along the way. By the time they got back to the car, Buddy looked like a swamp monster!
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