The other day I made a new friend! His name is Dude, and he is a 10-week old purebred bloodhound. He had lots of skin!

And he also had humongous feet! He was a little shy at first, but then started playing.
Sara is a 12 year old full-bred red & white Border Collie. Owner, Jay Duensing, found Sara through a breeder who lived on a farm. When he went to pick out a puppy, Jay approached the front door, knocked and -- as the door opened-- Sara was the only pup to run out! Eventually Sara is the pup he took home and they have been side by side ever since; two peas in a pod. At 12 years old Sara looks beautiful as ever. Jay feeds her canned salmon mixed with dry food. The salmon helps with the allergies Sara has. But allergies don't stop Sara, she still engages and loves to play (now lower-key) with her frisbee, many, many stuffed animals and her variety of sports balls. She even engages play with her toys by herself! Sara loves living on the coast as she has the enjoyment of the nearby hills or splashing her feet and digging in the sand at the beaches. When she can get to the lake, you can't get her out! But a bath, that's another story.Thanks, Carol, for sharing the story of Jay and his adorable dog! You can send your photo and story of your fabulous pet (or a friends'!) to my email address at rockawayricky@gmail.com.