Canine Legends of the Base Camp Trail
Several dogs have become legends in the Everest trekking community. From trekking with thousands of hikers to actually climbing peaks, these dogs are tougher than most humans.
In 2013, a stray dog named Mera (later Baru) followed an expedition and became the first dog to summit Baruntse (7,129m). She climbed unassisted. It is a legendary story in the Mount Everest expedition world.
At Base Camp, you will often find resident dogs who live with the expedition teams. They are fed well and protect the camps from yaks. They are the mascots of the Everest summit season.
Many trekkers fall in love with trail dogs and spend thousands of dollars to adopt them and fly them home. It’s the ultimate souvenir from an Everest trekking adventure.
These dogs survive freezing nights and thin air. They are true Himalayan locals.
