As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them. ~John Fitzgerald Kennedy

                                                  
                                                    Happy Thanksgiving everyone!!!!

"The dog is a gentleman; I hope to go to his heaven, not man's." - Walt Whitman

We took Angus to the Cape for the day this week. We had to wait until the season came to an end because dogs are not allowed on the beaches during the season. But frankly, it would have been too hot for Angus. Our day was not too hot and not too cool. We started out at Kelly's ole' stomping grounds, West Dennis Beach. If you have never been, it's a must for beach goers. The beach seems to go on for miles with a huge jetty on the west end and a bunch on the east end. We spent some time on the far west side as the tide was out and the water was pretty warm.

Enjoying the low tide

Full steam ahead!!

I think he expected me to carry him!!

Drinking salt water!! Uh oh!!

Taking a stroll

 We then headed farther east to Chatham. We stopped at Cockle Cove Beach and had a bit of fun. Cockle Cove is a favorite of mine. Not a large beach but the water stays knee deep for a good hundred yards out which keeps the water pretty warm.

Kelly and Angus going for a stroll

Hi Mama!!

Leaving our mark

We had a great time. Angus seemed to really enjoy himself.... especially the two cheeseburgers from D.Q. after our excursion. Hope to do it again some day.

Properly trained, a man can be dog's best friend. ~Corey Ford

It's been a few months since posting. What's a better time to post than to wish Angus a Happy Third birthday!! He turned Three on September 19th and had a nice dinner and dessert waiting for him.

Happy Birthday Buddy!!

Angus' Birthday cake courtesy of Destination Dog in Franklin, Ma

His porterhouse

Yum!!

Happy July Fourth!!!!

"No matter how little money and how few possesions you own, having a dog makes you rich." - Louis Sabin

Hanging at his spot on the front stairs

Well, it's pretty hot out these days which means less time outside for Angus. He overheats fast but loves to bask in the sun. I have an excuse to keep the house nice and cold!! Thanks Angus!!

Chillin' on the front yard

Can you find Angus??

Whoever said you can't buy happiness forgot about puppies. Gene Hill

Kelly and I took a trip to the city today to check out a car for her daughter Ashley. I did some research about the area and found out there was a dog park close by where we were going so of course we brought Angus with us on our journey.

So glad we did or we would have never met Zeus!! A three year old English Mastiff. If I say this dog was beautiful, it still does no justice of how awesome and massive he was!! As large as he was, he was a gentle soul. Made Angus look small, had 40 pounds on him!! Just huge. First time we have seen a dog out bigger than Angus. Alas, it was too hot for Angus today and we could not stay long, but it was great fun getting those two together!! Maybe another road trip??

Angus, Kelly and Zeus

Zeus licking the drool off Angus

Oh, I wanted to take him home!!

Smile!!

The spirit of easter is all about Hope, Love and Joyfull living. Happy Easter! Author Unknown

Have a great Easter all!!

The average dog has one request to all humankind. Love me. -Helen Exley-

A great day at the park with my two favorites.

Angus with his momma checking out some pooches below.

At attention!!

BELATED CONGATS CRUSH!!!!!!!!!

 Congratulations to our breeder, Lisa Hershberger of Amazing Love Neapolitan Mastiffs for winning best Neapolitan Mastiff at the 2012 Westminster. Crush looked amazing strutting his stuff!! See link below

 http://www.westminsterkennelclub.org/videos/share.php?vid=17901021

                                         NEAPOLITAN MASTIFF


Judge: Mr. Eric Ringle
Day: February 14, 2012
Time: 1:15
Ring: 8

 


 Amazing Love's Crush
Breed: Neapolitan Mastiff
Sex: Dog
AKC: WS 30550001
Date of Birth: June 14, 2009
Breeder: Lisa Hershberger
Sire: Baby Blue's Andretti
Dam: Leggenda Khersone's Anfeya
Owner: Lisa Hershberger
Photos: Breed judging

The average dog is a nicer person than the average person. ~Andy Rooney

It's been a while since I have posted. It's been a lack luster winter for Angus. He so loves the cold and the snow. But we made the most of what we got. And today already in the 60's!! He gets so hot so fast, but we love going to the dog park. Angus is actually playing more now with the other dogs than he ever has. He usually just watches all the dogs by my side, but he is venturing away from me a bit. He can't catch them, but he's trying a bit!!

Angus attempting to play with one of the two 8 month old Danes in Franklin

He really did not know what to do with these two

These Danes are brothers and seemed to team up on poor Angus!! He had a lot of fun with them!!

PATS IN THE SUPERBOWL!!!!!!

                              Official Patriots Superbowl Mascot!!!!!

Enough said.... GO PATS!!!

And finally Winter, with its bitin', whinin' wind, and all the land will be mantled with snow. - Roy Bean

The snow finally falls this winter in New England!! Yes, we got some snow, not a lot, but enough for a bit of shoveling. With snow covering the ground, comes the winter problems with Angus. He LOVES to eat the snow instead of drinking his water. Wants to go out for a couple of seconds, only to return with a snow covered face!!

 I took him to the dog park to see how he would like it all snow covered. The park was filled with dogs which was surprising being only 30 degrees out. He had a blast, even played a bit with a couple of poodles. Usually he just watches the dogs because he knows he can't catch them running all over the park. But when he runs.... To see him run in the snow is too funny. I will try to get him galloping in the snow on film and post it. 

Perched at his favorite spot at the park.

Took this pic right before he pounced on me!!