[ Dogs are often good at swimming so John startles when Scratch leaps, but he isn't overly concerned until Shadowheart goes in after him. There's an instinct to jump in after her, but she's wearing a life vest and he recognizes it'll be easier to get her back in the canoe if he's still in it.
Instead he keeps the boat steady, paddling just enough to keep it close enough that she could reach out and touch the side. ]
no subject
Instead he keeps the boat steady, paddling just enough to keep it close enough that she could reach out and touch the side. ]
Don't panic. Your life vest will keep you afloat.