Well, my guess is that’s “it’s a girl” based on the color of her collar!  Do you know this breed?  It’s a Flat-Coated Retriever!  Isn’t this the sweetest puppy face ever?  This breed is a member of the sporting group, is a hunting dog, and makes a great family pet.  It is said that their tail never stops wagging!  They require lots of exercise but are easy to maintain, and have a cheerful disposition! 

This was the scene atop a trophy at a recent dog show that I attended.  To me it symbolizes the sadness and loss that our pets experience when we’re gone  – whether it be when we go to work for the day or when a pet owner passes on and the dog or cat is left behind.  Pets need companionship and I often see pets that are brought to the shelter after their owner passes away.  They often become depressed and lose interest in everything.  It breaks my heart.  I want to go and adopt all of them so that I can give them back the happiness that they have lost.  Next time you are looking for a dog or cat, visit your local animal shelter and consider adopting a pet in need!