Roscoe, now 10 years old, has a “next door neighbour” called Zille (named after a SA politician I hear).
Zille is about 4 years old; a beautiful and precious girl.
Roscoe sees her over the fence every day but only face-to-face, up close and personal, every four months or so.
Zille gives the old man a proper run for his money.
Whilst he is just willing to take her “abuse”, I think she also goes easy on his old bones.
But Roscoe’s energy runs out quick and he soon gets a paw on his sorry head.
Zille springs into action again.
The tongues hang out far during these visits.
Sometimes a hug is all you need.
The ears also take unusual shapes.
At times, Zille looks at the old man and asks “Is that all you got?”.
Despite using up all his energy, Roscoe still manages a little trot home; happy that he has had a great visit with his young girl (friend).
PS: I was also handsome when I was a puppy – click here.
Andrew Harvard Photography 
such amazing photos! Their smiles are contagious 🙂
Roscoe smiles while there but then sulks for some days afterwards
Well they certainly look like they are having fun!
The only problem is the old man gets sore muscles for days after such a run!
You and me both!
This made my day!
Ha ha Phil!! Thank you Tanvi
Such lovely storytelling in the photos! A beautiful relationship between neighbours 🙂
Roscoe has been whining since Saturday to see Zille again!
Beautiful!
Thanks Frik
too cute! the pictures are great 😉
Great pics, you captured those happy moments beautifully ^_^
I just love, love, love this pics 🙂
Thank you
Of course, I meant “these” pics. My bad. 🙂
Amazing story ) and now I go deeper into archives to see more of it ) Thank you!
Thank you for the visits and likes. More dog posts coming soon!
You are an artist who is discovering for us the hidden beauty of nature.Greetings.jall
I never thought of it that way – thank you
They are such beautiful dogs… it is wonderful to see them portrayed in such a way that is not ugly and abusive such as the media would typically have you believe is their only persona.
Thank you so much for sharing.
Always,
Me
They are both real sweethearts
Oh, Sir, they certainly look like they are….
~Smiles~
I love dogs. We always had Staffords in the past, but we are without a dog right now – not for long I hope…
An integral part of any family – good luck
Zille is not just any politician. She is a very special politician and formidable opponent of all things unjust and unfair. In short, a very brave girl like the canine lady here! Thanks for some wonderful photos.
Go Helen!
story about connection:)
Zille’s owner just loves the pics
Happy New Year 2013
hmm..no wonder love got a deep impact on thoughts and feelings
Great shots! And those dogs are so cute. They could almost (not quite) make me a dog lover.
If you met those two they would melt your heart
Great photos and commentary. Refreshing and invigorating.
Yes and thanks – one of my favourite posts
Love your blog. Love the photos, Roscoe is gorgeous!
Thank you Mariana! Watch for the next post within the hour.. surprise..