Category Archives: Random Thoughts

GoPro – Vizslas in Slow Motion

Posted on February 19, 2017 by The Dogfather

This is a compilation of video clips that were shot on a GoPro Hero 3+ (Black Edition), while either mounted on a pole, or mounted to Molly’s collar. All videos were shot in the Haagse Bos (a large park in … Continue reading →

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15 Things My Dog Taught Me About Being a Better Human

Posted on February 9, 2017 by The Dogfather

Make the time. Always take that extra car ride or walk, no matter how worn out from the day you may feel. When the time comes that your friend is no longer with you, I guarantee you’ll wish you’d spent … Continue reading →

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Memories

Posted on February 4, 2017 by The Dogfather

At first I was alone, but I was too young to understand. I did not realize that I had been turned loose to the street, left at some shelter, or simply abandoned or neglected. I was never alone, though, for … Continue reading →

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All Labs Matter

Posted on July 14, 2016 by The Dogfather

I thought I’d share a light-hearted look at a current situation that is anything but…hope you enjoy.  The picture isn’t mine; hopefully, the owner is okay with my sharing.

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Beach Day – 06 March 2016

Posted on March 17, 2016 by The Dogfather

Just another beautiful weekend in the Bahamas (bugs aside), and what better way to spend it than by enjoying the company of four dogs at the beach.  Honey loves her island doggie friends Eval, Nino, and Ollie, among others. The … Continue reading →

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Honey

Posted on March 5, 2016 by The Dogfather

Okay, so it’s been a great deal of time (way too long) since I posted anything, but I wanted to share an update to my last post, “On the Hunt.” I am proud to report that Honey was the lucky … Continue reading →

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Libby’s View of a Walk to the Park (Libby-cam)

Posted on April 1, 2014 by The Dogfather

The other day I attached a GoPro camera to Libby’s collar before taking her and Molly on a walk to the park. This clip is us starting the wlk from our house to the Haagse Bos (a large park in … Continue reading →

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My Philosophy

Posted on February 6, 2013 by The Dogfather

“Each day I strive to live my life more simply, to long for nothing more than something to eat and drink, the joy of companionship, and a comfortable place to rest.  For me, it’s an effort; for my dogs, it’s … Continue reading →

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The Geographical Bachelor

Posted on January 30, 2013 by The Dogfather

As I write this, I am sitting in my house in the Netherlands.  I am pondering my Navy career and what it has meant.  I think of what I have accomplished.  I think of the people I helped and mentored … Continue reading →

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The Digital Age and Family

Posted on January 29, 2013 by The Dogfather

As I write this, I am already late in getting ready for work, so I’ll simply type a few thoughts to scratch the surface of the topic. We have come a long way.  In days past, families lived together and … Continue reading →

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