Hi Otis! Happy Dog of the Day!

What a hunky, handsome, beautiful big boy you are, Otis! Love that *sparkling white* toofie smile of yours!
And not only are you the total opposite, temperament wise, of what so many believe about your breed, you're the sweetest pup on the planet, a total mush, a gentle giant with a heart of gold! Kudos to your parents for doing it the right way, socializing you from an early age, exposing you to all sorts of settings, to people and other pups alike!
The fact that you're a therapy dog is testament to the adage there are no "bad" dogs, just bad owners!

Otis has been raised with tons of affection -lots of hugs and kisses and exposure to both strange dogs and people to socialize him. This has enhanced our efforts doing pet therapy with a group of mentally challenged young people and senior citizens. So, the only thing he is aggressive about is getting a bear hug from you when you enter our house.
How lucky your family is, having a furkid as special as you in their lives; 140 lbs of pure love! How blessed are all of those dear children and seniors, being on the receiving end of your therapy outreach! The healing, the comfort and happiness you bring to all of their lives is truly a priceless gift!

But herein lies the reason he is so special. There is only one quality that is Otis - where ever he goes- on a walk in the neighborhood to see the little kids, to the senior center, or at home, he unfailingly rewards every persons attention with 140 pounds of pure love.
You truly are one in a million, Otis, simply the best, and so very deserving of your big day of honor!!!

Thanks for the BIG smiles, sweetheart, and keep up the good work, bringing so much joy to so many in need! I hope you enjoyed a very special day of celebration, being loved and pampered to pieces by your proud family and all of your adoring friends and fans! Tons of love, hugs and slobbery smooches to you, beautiful Otis, our very special and most deserving Dog of the Day, EVERY day! Love to your dear Labbie sib Cody, too!!!

Beautiful!!!