Hi! We’re Sailing Dog House, two humans, two dogs, and one tiny sailboat we call home. Our little floating home is called Dog House, which we thought was the perfect name since, well… we really do live with dogs! It’s both our boat and their house.
We started this blog to stay close to our family and friends, no matter where the tides take us.
Living aboard is an alternative lifestyle, and we want to show that it’s valid. You don’t need a mansion or a mortgage to live well. You can choose small. You can choose slow. You can choose a life that uses less and wastes less. For us, that choice just happens to float.
We’ll share stories from our sailing adventures, snippets of our daily life aboard, plenty of dog tales, and the sustainable habits that come naturally when your whole world is 28 feet long. We hope our story helps people see that simple living is possible, affordable, and good for the earth. And maybe it inspires you to chase your own version of freedom, whatever shape it takes.
Welcome aboard!
The Dog House Pirates
Captain – Tula
Loves swimming, beaches, dog parks, and saying hi to people she meets.
Peaches the cuddle machine
Senior pup who enjoys cuddling under warm blankets.
First Mate – Justin
Wisconsin born, passion for learning, math, and seeing the world.
Skipper – Bene
Philippine born, enjoys experiencing new things and learning new languages.
Our Channels
(Launching soon)
The adventures of Captain Tula and her crew, the Dog House Pirates, as they explore the world aboard their tiny 28-foot sailboat in search of freedom from rent, new shores, and unforgettable experiences.
It’s where we document our journey, capture the moments that shape life at sea, and offer a closer look into our world.
On TikTok and Instagram, we share quick updates, behind-the-scenes moments, and daily stories from life aboard our tiny sailboat.
Our Values
Simplicity
Life on a 28‑foot sailboat forces you to strip everything down to what actually matters. Space is small and power is limited. Simplicity isn’t an aesthetic for us but basic survival. It keeps us focused, grounded, and present. When you live with less, you feel more.
Sustainability
A boat teaches you real limits. You see every watt you use, every gallon you carry, every scrap you throw away. That awareness changes you. We try to live in a way that respects the water, the land, and the resources we depend on.
self-Reliance
Out here, you fix your own problems. You learn your systems. You make do with what you have. Self‑reliance gives us confidence, freedom, and a deeper connection to our home.
About our vessel: 1981 Newport 28
Back in 2022, we purchased a used project sailboat during university. Our goal was to refit her and learn the ropes of sailing from the inside out. We eventually plan to circumnavigate the world on a custom-built boat of our own; The Dog House is the vital stepping stone that will help us turn that dream into a reality.
| Hull Type: | Fin w/spade rudder |
| Rigging Type: | Masthead Sloop |
| LOA: | 27.74 ft / 8.46 m |
| LWL: | 25.00 ft / 7.62 m |
| S.A. (reported): | 395.00 ft² / 36.70 m² |
| Beam: | 9.50 ft / 2.90 m |
| Displacement: | 7,000.00 lb / 3,175 kg |
| Ballast: | 3,200.00 lb / 1,451 kg |
| Max Draft: | 4.50 ft / 1.37 m |
| Construction: | FG |
| First Built: | 1974 |
| Last Built: | 1981 |
| # Built: | 1000 |
| Builder: | Capital Yachts Inc. (USA) |
| Designer: | C&C Design |
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