Our two most favorite dogs ... Shadow — 2000-2018, an Aussie Shepherd/Border Collie mix, was found wandering the streets by friends doing their early morning paper route one winter. He was covered in snow, ice balls, had bleeding feet, and extremely exhausted. They took him home and while cleaning him up discovered a chain collar imbedded in his neck. We adopted the poor creature, named him Shadow as he would never leave our side, and it was evident he'd been severely abused which led us to believe he must have broken free and run away from his 'home.' He was the most adorable, loving and playful dog for the 18 years of his life. Our Sydney — 2004-2020, a Border Collie, was bought as a pup by my sister from Sydney, Australia during a 12 month visit. Her plans to take Sydney back home with her were dashed when she learned of the costs involved. Sydney became Shadow's companion, a great guard dog, and another playful member of our family for the 16 years she shared her love and devotion with us.