Riley is one year old today

[Nicky, Riley & Boris]

I can't believe that Riley has reached his first birthday.  I decided to work from home today and we went for a lovely walk stopping by at the Butchers shop on the way home.  A large marrow bone was a gift from the 'nice man' and Riley got his first frisbee at the pet store.  He has enriched our lives so much. I remember this time last year being so excited and anxious as I prepared to make that journey by land and sea to Scotland to meet him and bring him home.  Each day seemed like a year only made easier by my constant fix of DK.   DK made the whole process so much easier and by the time I chose my breeder and collected him I was more informed about puppies and managed to avoid so many pitfalls thanks to the wonderful friends and groups here.  The knowledge was invaluable and I have you all to thank for that.  

Riley is not perfect, he chews the odd sock (he's given up on Toilet Paper lol) gets the zoomies every evening around 8pm and needs a very thorough brush through every day as he is going through the coat change.  He is though, the most gentle and happy dog who loves everyone who meets him, from tiny babies to the elderly.  He doesn't judge, just constantly wiggles and wags that tail all day.  We love him very much and can't imagine our lives without him.

Happy Birthday to our Irish Doodle Riley

[Jane, Rooney & Stuart]

We love Riley too!!!  I remember so well the saga of you so excited before he came and then the whole trip to go and bring him home.  Wow hard to believe it has been a year already!!!  Happy Birthday Riley!

[Bonnie and Kona]

Happy Birthday, Riley!!! You were anticipated with love and have had a year of cuddles. You are such a great guy. Keep up that tail wagging and your extra good behavior. Glad your DM was home with you today to celebrate.

[Ricki and Tara (doodle)]

Happy BD Riley!!! I can't believe you are a year old already!! OMD!!!  You have grown into one handsome young doodle boy!!

[Linda, Webber and Seda]

HAPPY FIRST BIRTHDAY, RILEY.  I can't believe how fast this year went by.  I remember your entries about your trip to get Riley.  Amazing.

[Julie, Izzie & Max]

Happy Birthday Riley!!!

[Deanna & Desi & Cori]

Time is, indeed, whizzing by!!!  Happy Birthday, Riley.  It sounds like you all had a wonderful day!

[Sherri, Sophie, Winston, & Kitty]

Already?? wow! that's amazing. Happy Birthday Riley! you really grew up fast!

[Pat and Traveler]

Happy birthday, little Irish buddy!  Seems like just yesterday your mom was making the BIG trip to bring you home!  Enjoy your bone, and we'll be growing with you through your next year and many more.

[cheryl & oliver]

OMD, I can't believe he is a year old already!!!..Happy Birthday Riley, and i hpe your day was full of great treats, lots of hugs and kisses and all your favorite things!!!!

[F, Calla & Luca]

So hard to believe, it seems you were just posting about getting him. Happy BD Riley.