Paddler Mike Ranta's dog Spitzii found 'safe and sound'
CBC News | Posted: July 11, 2016 1:16 PM | Last Updated: July 11, 2016
Well-known canoe expedition enthusiast relieved to find his long-time travel companion after canoe flip
After a night of worry — and an outpouring of community support — Mike Ranta, well-known northwestern Ontario canoe expedition enthusiast, has been reunited with his dog and long time travel companion 'Spitzii.'
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After his canoe flipped last night, Spitzii wandered off in the bush.
Ranta took to social media to call out to people living in the Kaministiquia and Conmee area to keep an eye out for the dog.
Ranta reported via Facebook at 10:45 a.m. that Spitzii was found "safe and sound" with "Uncle Bert" who returned the dog back to Ranta.