Pip, Pip Hooray! Pippa is One!

[Lori, Daphne, Lucy & Pippa]

With all the excitement of the holiday, fireworks and family birthdays being celebrated, I never got around to posting photos for Pippa. Pippa's very 1st birthday was Sat, Jun 27.

I remember when I first saw her picture while just randomly looking at Doodle puppy pictures. She reminded me so much of a tiny English Golden Retriever. We had a beautiful Golden retriever for 13 years and Chloe was the best dog I ever had. We lost her to bone cancer and though I knew I would never be without a dog, DH did not want another Golden just because of the massive amounts of hair that was everywhere in my house and on my clothes. So when I saw Baby Pippa with her tiny Golden face, I just fell in love. I finally convinced DH that she would be so much easier because she could never shed as much as a full size Golden. And of course Daphne needed someone to play with. Lucy is not big on playtime. Only on her terms, not very often and not very long..Lol!

Of course we brought Pippa home and both Lucy & Daphne have fallen in love just like me. Somehow Pippa gets Lucy to play more, even when she doesn't want to. Daphne loves to run around the yard with her and they love to play tug-of war with each other.

We had a family celebration on Sunday with party guests that included Daphne, Lucy and Baby Lyla (she will always be BABY Lyla to me..lol!) We had two small doggie cakes and a birthday cookie for everyone.

The pre-party pictures tell us just how Pippa feels about having her photo taken. I prefer to think she is just learning how to "Say Cheese".

We had some party guests who were quite unruly. They just could not, would not stay focused on the task at hand...letting Mom take some great pictures! Instead they turned their heads or just decided to take off or tried to sneak some of the cake before it was time.

I did manage to get one photo where everyone is looking at me...sort of.

Lucy wins the prize for "Best Behaved Guest". She did not run away once. She actually like to see the camera come out because she knows she will get treats. Poor Lucy gets limited treats because she needs to drop a few pounds (just like her Mama).

Baby Lyla is still looking for more cake!

[Jenny and Cooper]

Hi Lori!  I don't know how I missed this post.  I don't think I see all posts/blogs.  I'm so confused.  It looks like there are 3 major area you can post.  From the desktop, there are those highlighted posts on the left and some on the right that I hardly noticed.  That is where I found this birthday post.  Anyway....

HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY to Pippa!  Love the pictures!  Really told a story of a wonderful birthday party! :)  I envy you, 3 dogs and even managed to throw such great party for your dog! :)

[Roxanne Yen]

Happy birthday Pippa! What a nice gathering. Love the photos!

[Bonnie and Kona]

I definitely think Pippa was working on her "cheese" pose in those photos! What a sweet doodle and golden family you have. 

[Robin and Libby Louise]

Happy birthday Pippa!  Looks like a great party - love the pictures!

[Jarka, Monty & Auggie]

Happy Belated Birthday! Looks like everyone had so much fun!

[Rose]

Happy Birthday, Pippa! Great photos!

[Lori, Daphne, Lucy & Pippa]

Thank you Chris and Julie. The girls and I appreciate the sweet comments.
Gail- I hope we can see you again too! It is always fun to get a gaggle of Doodles and their Mama's together. We really enjoyed meeting you and Bailey and I know Pippa will love you too!

[Gail and Bailey]

Happy Belated Birthday, Pippa!! Hoping that Bailey and I will get a chance to get to Jax this winter to meet you and play at the park! You are just adorable!

[Julie, Eloise & Beasley]

Happy belated birthday, Pippa!  This looks like the most fantastic doggie birthday party ever!  Completely adorable pictures and such beautiful girls!

[Chris & Abby]

Great pictures and party fun. I'm sure they all had a wonderful time. . Happy Birthday Pippa!