Dad's Special Day

Today is my dad's special day. He told me that I was a big part of it. You see last year, on today's date he had open heart surgery. I am not sure what that means other than he said he was real sick, and for a long time. He told me that when he started to feel better he started to walk and jog to get his exercise, lose weight, and get in shape, so he could live a long time. I Like that! Before me, he said he would walk or run with Lady Gaga. I don't know her, but dad said she wasn't a bad workout date. Oh well, he has me now.

He said that when I became part of the family, I also became his walking partner, and then later his hiking partner. I like to hike you know. (Dad took this picture of me while hiking up a mountain) Dad and I would go walking every morning until the snow started to fall. He would teach me to walk and run on a leash, and go through all the commands like sit, stay, down, come, and most of all to focus. This is also where I learned about treats and rewards. I like treats and rewards allot!!

Well anyway this is my dad's special anniversary day, and I am glad him, and I are partners in these things.