"Feed Buck, he's been a good dog..."

...my best friend right through it all, if I die before I wake, feed Buck."


When you come into our home, you will always be greeted by our furry friend Buckner (or "Buck," or "Buddy," as we like to call him). Sure he will sniff you and maybe invade your space for a little while; then he will sit peacefully while keeping his ears poised as to not miss wild creatures stirring behind our fence or for unwanted guests about. His primary goal is not to get treats but to protect our humble abode. Yes, Sir Buckner, we are glad we have you.

Bryan found Buck out at some land his dad owned at the time. Buck was there with his two brothers but their parents or owners were no where to be found. Bryan went back and fed these little puppies several time hoping their owner would come for them...but no sign. One day Bryan came to feed the poor, helpless little puppies but only one remained, Buck. Bryan then called me and asked me if we could keep this little puppy so we decided to be "dog people." That was three years ago. To this day we do not know what happened to his little brothers.

What we do know is that Buck is a true "God send." It has been amazing to watch him grow up with Aubrey and to see his love and devotion to her. He already is watching after Pete the same way he does Aubrey. They are always at the center of his "circle of safety." He is always between them and anything he senses as potential danger. We love our dear friend Buck.

The photos above are the first known photos of Buck taken on Byran's camera phone. Here are a few pictures from our time with him thus far: