Skippy, my old Border Collie by D.C.Monteny
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I got Skippy 12 years ago from a shelter, when he was 6 months old. He was dumped there because he "wouldn't listen"... When he was 18 months old, we went to obedience classes, and he went on to become the most intelligent dog I ever had. We played hundreds of competitions, won a lot of them, and he was seldom out of the top 3. Now he is aging very fast, and seems to become slower by the day. But if you look into his eyes, you will still see a proud dog. Took this shot a month ago, hope i may take lots more in the years to come.
Found this poem on the Irish Wolfhound mailinglist today. Thought it was very fitting for my picture. Be warned, it comes with a tissue alert!!!
This Old Dog
I'm getting on in years,
My coat is turning gray.
My eyes have lost their luster,
My hearing's just okay.
I spend my days dreaming,
Of earlier times with you
When I could run and jump and play,
And fetch the ball you threw.
I remember our first visit,
I was coming to you free
Hoping you would take me in,
And keep me company.
I wasn't young or handsome,
Two years I'd roamed the street.
There were scars upon my face,
I hobbled on my feet.
I could sense your disappointment,
As I left my prison cage.
Oh, I hoped you would accept me
And look beyond my age.
You took me out of pity,
I accepted without shame.
Then you grew to love me,
And I admit the same.
I have shared with you your laughter,
You have wet my fur with tears.
We've come to know each other
Throughout these many years.
Just one more hug this morning
And as you drive away
Know I will think about you
Throughout your busy day.
I'll faithfully wait here for you
And though my head's a fog
My heart is yours forever.
I promise-
This old dog
~Author Unknown~
Comments (22)
gillbrooks
Oh he is just adorable! Very similar facially to my Collie/Springer cross, Tex who was also from a shelter and he too has his little bit of fame here in the gallery. He looks a very loved and happy dog and every moment spent with him is precious.
Cosine
Great picture, Dirk, and he looks like a great dog. Of course I always assume that until the dog proves otherwise. Fortunately, that hasn't happened very often. Congratulations on having him as a friend for so long.
-zenobia-
Beautiful dog and lovely poem- he looks a lot like my border collie Reggie, only Reggie is tri-coloured. I got Reggie from a no-kill shelter where he had been waiting to be adopted for 6 months. He is a great friend to my lazy labrador retriever and gets him off the couch to exercise!
fractalinda
What an absolutely handsome and awesome dog..and a great portrait, too. :~) I like the poem. Thanks for including it.
CarolSassy
Beautiful doggy. I'd like to hug him and stick my nose in his soft, fluffy hair! (: V
midnightblue
Wow! that poem was so touching...What a beautiful portrait, he is a gorgeous dog :)
leda_moon
So beautiful and cute, A wonderful photo, Skippy was posing for you thats for sure!!***
WandM
Very touching poem! And a gracious portrait of your "old" friend!
NODROG69
This is a fabulous portrait of Skippy, what a handsome dog he is. I love the way the breeze is ruffling his ears. The moving poem is perfect for this image too. Excellent work and V.
cynlee
collies are suppose to very smart! xcellent portrait against the white, luv the look in his eye... sighful poem :]
kansas
He is beautiful and the size of dog that I like. A very touching poem and yes, a few tears were shed.
Enmos
Beautiful portrait !! Excellent !!
Asylumc3
Excellent shot of a happy dog :). He's quitw beautiful too!! Love the poem it so sweet!!
Snow_Angel
Dirk I ran out of kleenex,lol! That is one very precious poem! And looks like you have a very precious doggy! His eyes are what you can't help but notice first! They are beautiful and filled with love! He looks very content! Adorable photo! V :)::
classyladytwo
He is gorgeous Dirk he still doesn't look his age beautiful how precious he is wonderful photo of him **
VDH
mooie foto van een prachtig dier!I like it Very much Dirk!
valcali
sniff sniff
logiloglu
a wonderful portrait. very touching work. !!!!!! #:O) !!!!!!!
RodolfoCiminelli
A adorable dog and splendid portrait my friend....!! Very opportune and excellent shot....!! **
alightningstorm
Beautiful frined you have there. and a real moving poem. Thank you for sharing =)
CavalierLady
Damn, my eyes are leaking again! What a wonderful poem! And what a wonderful picture of a very proud dog! I have always been so amazed watching border collies at work! I also hope you have many years yet to photograph and enjoy this noble companion!
tyllo
Beautiful dog with extremely clever look! You're lucky one...!