Dave fell in love with Sam the minute he first saw him in a pet shop window. We had gone out to buy a new television, and came home with the TV plus Sam.

He was so very shy at first but soon settled in with us. His ears were bigger than his head at the time, but then his head grew and so did his body to a much bigger size than we imagined. What fun we used to have chasing the ball in the park. He had many toys and loved them all. He would never have made a guard dog as he licked everyone to death who came to visit. I remember the time I left him in the car for 10 minutes while I went shopping, when I returned there was no passenger seat Sam had decided to destroy it. There were many incidents similar to this but we always forgave him. When we first brought our other little dog (Chip) home to live with us Sam just loved him so much and they became the best of friends. You lived life to the full Sam we love you and will miss you. I'm glad you were with us when you passed away we sat and stroked your head until you were gone. Your best friend Chip went out and lay on your grave. I hope there is a doggie heaven and you are there right now running and playing with the ball. We will never forget you Sam.