Denali & I wish everyone a Happy New Year and don’t give up on your dreams!

Denali is a dog that loves all seasons of the Ohio weather. Today while I was out raking the endless leaves, Denali was at my side jumping into my huge piles of raked leaves. He was having a blast! He loves to run to the piles, stick his head in them then shake his head like mad!! Golden’s are so much FUN!!

One of Denali’s newest tricks is shoving two tennis balls in his mouth. Yes, this is odd, but if it makes him happy then I’m happy. So, I’m off to the store to purchase some newer balls. Hopefully, I can find some in red. 

Denali loves hanging out with friends and family. Today my cousin who is a nun in Rome, Italy stopped by during her summer trip.  She was a bit worried at first when Denali leaped with excitement and charged toward her. My father and I took off after him and tried our best to hold him while my cousin gained her composure.  

After Denali had some ‘alone time,’ she suggested to include him in a photo.  It took a few tries but we somehow managed to get one.  Buona Giornata!

THANK YOU… . Rebecca Regnier and Justin from Channel 13, News in Toledo for spending the morning with us This was Denali’s first on camera interview and I think he did quite well. Between takes, Rebecca and Justin worked great as Denali’s personal masseuse and masseur. Denali returned the favor with many wet smooches. 

HA! One of Denali’s favorite spots at home is on the front porch. He loves to greet the mailman and play with the little boy who lives next door. Denali is well known in my neighborhood. The little old lady who lives across the street said, “Did you know he follows you everywhere?” Yep.. Thats my Denali and I love him so. 

Denali and I are back working on some new photo’s. All top models have attitudes including doggie models. I set new records this week. Denali was very stubborn and decided to finish off two complete bags of treats while I consumed a large amount of expresso in return.  This is one of the many out-takes, I think he is taking a siesta from a full belly.

Having fun in the snow with a good friend, what more could a dog ask for on a snowy weekend in Ohio.  Happy New Year……

Finally, we got our first real snow this winter.  While I was shoveling the sidewalk Denali was running in circles catching snowflakes in his mouth.  When he decided to stop for a moment, I yelled his name and he looked my way…  Enjoy!