MILLTHORPE OLYMPIC SPIRIT OF BALRYAN

"Dillon"

Dillon settled in immediately when brought home. He was a lovely, playful puppy who relentlessly tormented Elliot. As Dillon grew he would scoot through the room, with Elliot close behind, flip onto his side and disappear under the settee to escape. He had this off to a fine art. Howover, the day came when he was too big to do this, he was taken by surprise! - and was lucky to have such a gentle playmate as Elliot, who would never collide but seemed to glide over him.

Dillon, how do I describe him? He has that extra-special something, is very handsome and has a loveable, faithful nature - altogether just perfect! Since he was a puppy Dillon has done extremely well in the show ring (click wins below), but also has Disneyland potential. When Trevor talks to him, Dillon listens to every word and appears to be taking everything in (as do most Newfoundlands). He looks so appealing, with his eyes growing larger, ears cocked and head tilting from side to side. One of these days I will capture this on camera.

" Chase me" around the table is a game Dillon also likes. He lets us know he wants to play by strutting up, head dipped slightly and eyes looking up. He then starts a low yapping noise and makes Zulu Warrior-type movements with his front legs - it's quite amusing.

Dillon enjoys Hamsterley Forest, especially wallowing in the river, head and back just above the water. Further on he and Rodney wade through a pool which has an area they could swim in - but rarely do. Trevor even throws titbits to encourage them, but they have the easy way sussed and wait for the current to carry the treats down to them - intelligence! However, when we allow Dillon to sit on the settee he always ends up facing the opposite way to whomever he sits with - usually looking round as if to say "I will figure this out!”

Although no confrontations, Dillon seems to have established himself in the role of ‘top dog’. Elliot has no problem with this, nor does Rodney, but I feel that maybe he will quietly take over sometime - we'll wait and see.

Click here to see Dillon's Pedigree...

Click here to see Dillon's Show Results...