Good morning and a very happy Dog of the Day to you, beautiful Mona! What a wonderful way to start the day for me and my Labbie Star, seeing such a deserving doggie being honored here today!
I had tears welling up in my eyes as I read your Mommy’s moving, most touching tribute to her beautiful girl, looking into those loving eyes, at your heart melting photos, especially the one of you posing beside your proud Daddy! How blessed your family is, having a precious pup such as you in their lives, Mona. What a happy, loved and adventure filled life you have been blessed with, Mona; every Labbie’s dream life come true, and if any pup can convert someone into a dog lover, it’s a Labbie!


As your wise Mommy has said, so often our rescues ending up saving us as much as we save them, and we can’t thank your family enough for not only choosing rescue, but choosing to rescue one least likely to find a forever home. Having worked in Lab/Retriver rescue for years, I know sadly, and too well, the undeserved stigma you ebony girls and boys have to overcome. But how well their kindness and compassion have been rewarded, for they couldn’t have hoped for a more loving, more devoted furkid than you, Mona. I’m so very sorry to hear that your Daddy is facing such a serious health challenge, and I hope and pray for a full recovery for him. Hopefully, with the help of his doctors; with your Mommy and you, his faithful and devoted best friend by his side, showering him with your unconditional love and quiet comfort, he will come through trying time with flying colors! I can't help but believe that it wa more than coincidence that you found your family to your family, being given a very special job by a higher power!


I’m so happy your Mommy nominated you, Mona, so that we might share in the love your family holds in their heart for you, and pay tribute to all that you mean to them! I wish for you and them all, your Mommy and Daddy and kitty pals, a very special Dog of the Day celebration, and many, many more wonderful years together! Lots of love, hugs and kisse, woofs and wags to you on your day of honor, precious Mona, from me and Star! I hope and pray with all my might that your Daddy is doing well, that seeing you being honored here today puts a big smile on his face!