The Dog House

16/09/2024

16/09/2024

❤️...!

28/06/2024

A sleepy afternoon for the dogs!

14/06/2024

Just love this lad Dazl!

29/05/2024

Dazl is a very loving boy who is here for a holiday.

19/05/2024

Richard, (my husband), never really talked a lot about his time in Vietnam, other than he had been shot by a sniper. However, he had a rather grainy, 8 x 10 black and white photo he had taken at a USO show of Ann Margret with Bob Hope in the background that was one of his treasures.
A few years ago, Ann Margaret was doing a book signing at a local bookstore. Richard wanted to see if he could get her to Sign the treasured photo so he arrived at the bookstore at 12 o'clock for the 7:30 signing.
When I got there after work, the line went all the way around the bookstore, circled the parking lot, and disappeared behind a parking garage. Before her appearance, bookstore employees announced that she would sign only her book and no memorabilia would be permitted.
Richard was disappointed, but wanted to show her the photo and let her know how much those shows meant to lonely GI's so far from home. Ann Margaret came out looking as beautiful as ever and, as second in line, it was soon Richard's turn.
He presented the book for her signature and then took out the photo. When he did, there were many shouts from the employees that she would not sign it. Richard said,
“I understand. I just wanted her to see it."
She took one look at the photo, tears welled up in her eyes and she said,
"This is one of my gentlemen from Vietnam and I most certainly will sign his photo. I know what these men did for their country and I always have time for 'my gentlemen.''
With that, she pulled Richard across the table and planted a big kiss on him. She then made quite a to-do about the bravery of the young men she met over the years, how much she admired them, and how much she appreciated them. There weren't too many dry eyes among those close enough to hear. She then posed for pictures and acted as if he were the only one there.
That night was a turning point for him. He walked a little straighter and, for the first time in years, was proud to have been a Vet. I'll never forget Ann Margaret for her graciousness and how much that small act of kindness meant to my husband.
Later at dinner, Richard was very quiet. When I asked if he'd like to talk about it, my big, strong husband broke down in tears.
“That's the first time anyone ever thanked me for my time in the Army,'' he said.
I now make it a point to say 'Thank you' to every person I come across who served in our Armed Forces. Freedom does not come cheap and I am grateful for all those who have served their country.
If you'd like to pass on this story, feel free to do so. Perhaps it will help others to become aware of how important it is to acknowledge the contribution our service people make.
~ Original Author Unknown .

29/04/2024

Strike is that dog for me!

❤️...!

03/04/2024

Livi 1/6/2011 to 3/4/2024. Sadly lost my very beautiful girl today. She was the sweetest dog, loved everyone and was loved by everyone she met. Run free my darling Livi. Go and find Jenson and Millie, until we meet again. ###

20/01/2024

"If I die before my dog, let him see my body.
He understands death, if he feels my death he can cry for me.
If he doesn't see me again he will think I abandoned him and he will continue waiting for my return.
If I die before my companion, let him say goodbye to me.
"Dogs are an endless friendship, a loyal friend, a part of life and a reason to exist! "❤️🐾
Author: unknown
Artist: The Old Shepherd's Chief Mourner-Edwin Landseer 1837.

20/01/2024

Is there anyone who could home this beauty?

17/01/2024

Rocky and Rebel here for a holiday. They are the most adorable, loving boys and I always look forward to their visits x

26/11/2023

To all my wonderful doggy boarders and their owners, I would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

29/09/2023

🆘Please check what is in the products you use🆘
Credit Linda SC
Thankfully the dogs are ok!

29/09/2023

Sign our petition

10/08/2023

Raffa making herself at home x

23/07/2023

We want your cheese!

10/07/2023

Sparky does like to air his bits!

10/07/2023

Sparky here for a holiday. He is such a chilled lad x

09/06/2023

Jules, Bertie & Cashel here for a holiday.

09/06/2023

Jenson, still handsome at 14 years old xx

30/05/2023

Ned has come to stay but I think I have broken him!

27/05/2023

Katie is here for her first stay and has taken a shine to Jenson.

20/04/2023

Rocky and Rebel have arrived for a holiday. Just love these boys so much. They are a joy to look after and always settle straight away.

17/04/2023

It’s all go here!

24/02/2023

Lovely Bertie here for a holiday and has found the toy box x

11/02/2023

Belle arrived today and Faith leaves in the morning. She will be missed!

25/01/2023

Little Luna here for the day x

17/01/2023

LOVE THIS!

17/01/2023

Rebel running in his sleep while Rocky sleeps peacefully!