Chapters 7 and 8 Summary

In chapter seven, Brian wonders if he's going to be able to get the dog into the canoe. He rearranges his gear to make a place for her and lashes everything to the canoe in case the dog causes the craft to tip. The dog waits for Brian to turn the canoe sideways to the bank. He expects to have to pick her up and put her in but she jumps in and takes the vacant seat.

They travel throughout the day. Several times they see moose along the shore. Each time Brian expects the dog to go crazy, barking and alerting the moose to their presence. Each time the dog flattens her ears and looks at Brian. He says it's as if she's asking why he isn't taking the shot.

Brian stops the canoe and ties the dog again at...