Hi happy, smiling Sam! A very happy Dog of the Day to you, sweetheart!
My Retriever loving heart skipped a beat when I saw your beautiful self up on my screen! What a gorgeous, seasoned Golden guy you are, Sam! I wish I could reach through my screen and cover you with kisses!

Thanks to your dear Mom (or Dad) for including so many heart melting photos! I grew up in Northern NJ and was a regular visitor to beautiful Bear Mountain! That photo of you resting atop the mountain after a fun day of hiking and swimming, surrounded by that beautiful scenery, just melted my heart! And oh, what a sweet shot of you with your beautiful, beloved Labbie bud Gustov! I'm so sorry to hear of his passing, Sam. I'm sure you two made quite the team!

What a wonderful life have been blessed with, Sam, every doggie's dream life! But luckier still is your family for having known your unconditional love and devotion these many years! You may be slowing down just a tad, but you've still got a lot of loving and living to do, and I hope for you and your family many more wonderful years together!

Enjoy your much deserved day of honor, Sam! I hope you're treated to all sorts of fun adventures today, along with lots of extra hugs and kisses, and peanut butter biscuits, of course!

Big hugs and kisses to you, beautiful Sam!!! Thanks for brightening my dark and rainy day!