What may at first glance appear to be a rare spirit bear is actually Paczki, our 10-year-old golden retriever.

When the snow is light and fluffy, ZuZu loves to play her favorite winter game.

Will Rogers’ words about dogs in Heaven capture the joy I imagine sharing with our goldens forever.

Daisy enjoys the quiet beauty of snow collecting softly on her golden fur.

Paczki and ZuZu embrace the bitter cold with enthusiasm and a little playful affection.

Paczki turns a fresh snowfall into snow angels, excited sprints, and pure winter happiness.

ZuZu guards her favorite frisbee while puppy Ginger gives chase through the fresh snow.

Ginger discovers her first snowfall and delights in chasing the snowballs that tumble before her.

Ginger does her best to catch speedy ZuZu during another playful romp in the December snow.

Ginger puts on the happiest face whether the snow is one inch deep or ten inches deep.