Hamish from Yorkshire |
Strictly speaking, Hamish is a cross-breed, but you certainly wouldn't know it to
look at him! His father was an Irish wolfhound and his mother a Scottish deerhound,
so we reckon that definitely makes him an honorary wolfhound, and in any
event, it's a lovely mix! Born on 16 October 2004, Hamish was 13-14 weeks old when these photos were taken, and lives near Harrogate with Heather and Nick Riley and their children, Olivia and Toby. He's growing at a rate of knots, and is a bundle of fun! |
March 2005 |
Hamish trying to squeese himself into the shih tzu's basket! |
The cushion says it all, "If you want the best seat in the house, move the dog."!! |
Hamish and Toby - best of friends! |
The big wet nose used for shoving up your nightie as you fill the kettle for your
morning cuppa! aaaargh!!!! |
Heather says that Hamish is a now huge part of the family, no pun intended, and is
certainly no shrinking violet! He is also developing the most amazing deep woof
. . . shakes the rafters! |
June 2006 |
Click on the photo to see Hamish at his best! |
October 2007 |
Hamish is doing great (apart from the wolfhound 'curse' of a persistent tail injury).
He's still making the family laugh every day, and they can't imagine life
without him. At three years old, he is maturing nicely, is a very good guard dog on the barking front, letting them know when anyone's about, but nice and friendly once he's been formally introduced. |
December 2007 Click on the pic to find out what made Hamish's tongue curl . . . |
February 2009 Poor Hamish had to have his tail partially amputated last year due to never-ending
injuries - and a whole lot of blood spattered walls! At least he can wag his
tail in peace now. Two weeks later, Heather discovered a tiny lump on his side that turned out to be cancerous, so he had to go back in again for major surgery. Thankfully he now has the all clear and is thoroughly enjoying the Yorkshire snow. |
December 2009 |