I have always grown up with dogs. My father was like an animal whisperer. Any stray dog, bird would always be attracted to him. 

I remember the many beautiful family German Shepherds that were always part of my life. Caring for another living being is a wonderful way to practice compassion and unconditional love.

Naturally, when I became a parent I wanted my children to have the same experience I did.

With each dog we owned, there was a new level of learning.

Our first German shepherd Max was fiercely protective of me. He taught me that i needed to learn The language of dogs. 

Our next dog Andy the Beagle, was a perfect companion for our young family. He was gentle, loving and an escape artist! We quickly learnt to lock the screen door.

We decided that we wanted a companion for Andy  and we wanted to rescue a dog. We started the search and Zac found us. A mixture of Greyhound, boxer, staffy ( i think). He was perfect.

But…..as the years went by he...