Proud Parents

Very happy to say that James and I have adopted a 9 year old Staffie from All Dogs Matter.  He was a stray, yet neutered and microchipped.  He didn't respond to the name he came with (Mason), so we named him Oldland (after the village James grew up in).  With Oldland's grey muzzle, he looks a bit distinguished.  :)

Oldland is a bit funny.  He won't play fetch (we have tried sticks and balls).  He isn't interested in his Kong (even when it is full or peanut butter, Marmite or treats).  He loves sleeping in his bed (and on the couch!) and sitting on your lap for petting.  He sits attentively near the table when we eat our meals but doesn't beg vocally.  He walks really well on a lead and so far has been friendly with other dogs in the park.  He seems to get along with children too.  I haven't tried running with him yet as 5-6 tennis courts long sprints tire him out.  Oldland is very well behaved on the train and Tube, but trips into Central London wipe him out!  He ends up sprawled in the aisle and sleeps the entire journey home.

Formal announcements will be posted soon.  If you'd like to send a small gift, Oldland has a wish list on Amazon or please make a donation to All Dogs Matter in his name.  They found us the perfect match and we couldn't be happier.