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

[Laurie, Fudge, and Vern]

OMD....no way....NO WAY...is Riley one. Where did the time go? I remember before you got him and then your journey to get him. Happy Birthday, Riley. You are one cute Doodle!!!

[Jane, Guinness and Murphy]

Happy Birthday Riley.  I remember when your Mom first brought you home...you have been such a special boy to all of us on DK.

[Nancie & Gracie Doodle]

Happy Birthday my little Irish friend!  Hope you have an awesome day!

[Kaytlin and Cooper]

Happy Birthday Riley!!!!