McGrady & Sydney

Species
Dog

My pet was
adopted (usually from a shelter or rescue)

From what organization or individual was your pet adopted/rescued/purchased
Ashe County (NC) Animal Control; Union County (NC) Animal Control

How does this photo represent the theme – Life is Better Together?
McGrady, the black tri-colored Aussie, is deaf. Sydney, the other Aussie, is a natural on the hiking trails. People may not give any thought to there being a "good hiking dog". However, when you're hiking steep or slick mountain trails that require all dogs to be leashed as we do, having a dog who just "knows" when to stop on a hill, has no qualms about jumping on rocks or crossing creeks & who enjoys it all the while---well that's invaluable. McGrady is one smart boy & quickly started following Sydney's lead. Sydney's ears allow McGrady to full enjoy his own love of hiking. McGrady loves to "Water Lounge" in a river or stream during our hikes. Wanting to be sure that I've given these guys as much exercise as possible and wanting to capture their spirit and beauty has lead me out hiking to places I'd never otherwise have gone and shown me fabulous places I'd never otherwise have seen. Life is truly Better Together for all of us!