Marlo is now retired, and I have plans for her to work as a therapy dog visiting 
nursing homes and sick children. That has been my dream since retiring from teaching.
Marlo
Highlander Margaret's Hope
     Born 12-11-2009
Hips and elbows "normal" by Canadian OVC
Cystinuria clear by parentage
OFA heart cleared by vet cardiologist
Final OFA hips, "Excellent", elbows, "Normal"

1 year
2.5 years with summer trim
2.5 years
2 years
If you've never combed out the undercoat of a Newfoundland in the spring, this is what you get. I was only about 2/3 done here. Marlo was very patient for a couple of hours.
New kitten being coaxed to meet Marlo. 
Marlo  calmly lay there for 20 minutes trying not to scare the kitty.
5 yrs.