Hi Petey! Happy Dog of the Day to you from all in this Lab/Retriever x/rescue family!

What a brave, beautiful Labbie x (you look all Lab to me) boy you are, Petey! And what a very special story you have to tell. I can't begin to tell you how moved I was, reading your heart-wrenching, heartwarming, rags to riches tale! Your transformation from that terrified, timid pup your mom first met to the happy, confident boy we meet here today is nothing short of amazing, testament to the healing power of time, patience and unconditional love! I'm so, so sorry to hear of the unspeakable neglect you suffered early in life, before finding your way to rescue, to your forever mom! We can only imagine what courage it took for you to hang on for so long, but in true canine spirit you did, and the rest is happy history!

Endless thanks to your mom for taking a chance on you, for never giving up on you, giving you all the time you needed to learn how to enjoy life, the company of humans and furry friends; be a dog! Yes, your mom saw you for the diamond in the rough that you were, and oh, just look at how you sparkle and shine now! And in return for the love and compassion shown you, each and every day, your repay the love shown you a zillion fold, bringing so much happiness to your Mom's life! If anyone should ever doubt the priceless rewards of rescue they need only read your story! You truly are a fighter and survivor, Petey, an inspiration to us all, and so very deserving of your big day of honor!

Thanks for the BIG smiles, sweetheart! Meeting you today, reading your heartwarming backstory, learning of the very special bond you and your Mom share, seeing all of your heart-melting photos has made my day! I hope you're enjoying a very special day of celebration...meeting up with your pup pals at the bark park, emptying that toy basket, cuddling with your Mom, being pampered and loved to the max! Lots of love, snuggles and smooches to you, precious Petey, our very special and most deserving Dog of the Day, EVERY day!

Beautiful, sleek and shiny Petey!!!

No, not spoiled!