In 1992 we adopted a mixed breed puppy from a shelter. Shadow was her name. She was the absolute top dog at our house for many years. She lived to be 12. We lost her to cancer in June of 04. She will be greatly missed.
Having more fur than a Boxer helped her keep warm. She loved to go outside to play ball, even in the winter.
This is Shadows garden. Her ashes rest here under the hollow rock. In nice weather I stop to to talk to her daily.