Yesterday was a special occasion for Ray!
Earlier this year we had bumped into Maria Bell, a local photographer, on one of Ray’s walks. She knew him from earlier meetings, and asked us if we would mind him being photographed and included in her next Dogs of Oakville book – a fundraiser for the Oakville & Milton Humane Society (OMHS). Of course we agreed; a time and place was established, and Ray modeled himself yet again!
The book was just recently made available and, while I was away, Carol took Ray to OMHS and purchased a copy. Yesterday was a book signing session at a nearby Bark & Fitz store so, much to Ray’s delight, his walk was to Bark & Fitz!
Ray was once again the centre of attention for a few moments and, apart from attempting to steal a bag of treats on the way out, he behaved extremely well.
A New Direction Perhaps? 
That’s absolutely beautiful! My boyfriend and I did a huge donation for the oakville/milton humane society. Im so happy to hear that your lovely pooch will be part of the fundraiser.
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Ray was adopted from there in March 2013, and they have been a huge support to us when confronting various behavioral issues (and he had lots!). Your donation will no doubt be used well! 🙂
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Well done Ray!
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He is quite “the boy”! 🙂
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Wow, Ray is a model 🙂 Wonderful!
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Even better… he’s free (sort of)!
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Just don’t let all the celebrity go to Ray’s head!
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He seems pretty good about it, but we’re watching him!
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Didn’t I say something about modeling a few weeks ago… ? 🙂 Congrats to Ray for being included in this great fundraising effort. You’re head is very large in size Ray but I know it is filled with humility and love. Good boy!
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Woof! Ray.
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The book he is in, this is stories about the dogs around town? Or what is it about?
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It is literally a book of very high quality pics of local dogs. The pics have some basic info about each dog such as – Breed, Age, Pet Peeve, Favourite Food, Favourite Toy, Obsession, Naughtiest Deed, Biggest Accomplishment etc. etc. Each page shows a separate dog, and all proceeds go to the Oakville & Milton Humane Society. Hope that helps. 🙂
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So, these are all dogs who were once at that Humane Society and now have a home?
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I would love to say yes, but I really don’t know. I have no doubt that Maria Bell would love to answer that question for you (link from pic).
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Another celebrity appearance by Ray. Have you considered theater? That keeps the treats coming fast!
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Hi Amy. I am already spending huge hours developing his reader base in order to promote his book! Let’s not tell him about the theater potential! 🙂
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But it is so much fun! And time consuming, LOL!
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I can accept both of your statements. 🙂
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So exciting. Congratulations, R. Did they paint your paw and make you sign books?? You are such a celebrity. I knew you when…..
Love and licks,
Cupcake
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Hi Cupcake. They talked about it but decided against putting anything on my pads. I just had to lay around and look cool… and checkout everybody’s pockets just in case! You just never know where the treats are unless you sniff everybody eh! Woof! Ray.
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He’s a top model now. I’ll be expecting to see him in the Victoria’s Secret fashion show! (Actually that’s not a bad idea! They need some critters there.)
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Hmmm… not quite sure what he would be modelling! 🙂
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Nothing! The models don’t have much on either.
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He would probably agree to that as long as they had good treats! 🙂
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Congratulations Ray and Colin. I’m always happy to know famous dogs and their humans. I hope the fundraiser is a huge success.
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Thanks Hester. We’re working on it! 🙂
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He thought the treats were his ‘wages’!
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I have no doubt, but helping himself on the way out was not very courteous, and he was given many treats while he was there!
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Ah (proxy pat on head whilst ‘ticking him off’ trying not to smile) 🙂
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Sounds fair to me! 🙂
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Congrats on Ray’s photo opp!
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He enjoys the attention because there are generally treats around somewhere! 🙂
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Aww, how neat! I love Ray’s expression in that photo. Nonchalant and regal…he definitely knows he’s a celebrity! 😉
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He certainly seems to play the part very well. 🙂
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