Hi there dear Ashley! Wow, I can't beleive you're a seasoned citizen, sweetheart! You look so youthful! Must be all that good loving that keeps you so young at heart! I love the photo your family submitted! How sweet you look with those precious paws daintly crossed! And I have to admit, I shed a few tears reading of the wonderful life you have lead with your terrific family and especially, how you came to find your them! What a wonderful tale of rescue, of lifelong friendship and unconditional love! Your family has been truly blessed having you in their lives these many years! And your skin sister who writes to us, luckiest of all to have had such a wonderful best friend to grow up with! I want to wish you a very happy early 13th birthday, dear Ashely! I hope it's a very special one for you and your family! Congratulations to our most precious and most deserving DOG OF THE DAY, beautiful Ashley! Hugs and kisses to you! Enjoy a wonderful "top dog" celebration with your proud family! Don't forget the treats!