On this day in 2012, Ollie was born in the house next door. Today is his ninth birthday, quite old for his breed.
But as you will have seen from his recent video appearances, he is still lively, and enjoying his walks.
2020 saw the loss of his mother, Molly. Then later in the year, his sister Milly died. He didn’t know of course, so was spared any sense of loss.
Today he received two new soft toys as birthday presents. A Crocodile, and a Sheep. With his dinner later, he will get an extra bonus of a large smoked sausage.
I hope my best friend and constant companion will be around for a long time to come.
beetleypete 
Happy belated birthday, Ollie!
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Thank you, Miss Abbi. I had nice new toys, and a sausage.
Tail wags from Ollie’s house to yours.
Ollie.
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better late than never. happy birthday Ollie! nice pictures of you both! 🙂
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Thanks, Wilma. He is still favouring his new birthday toys. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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Happy birthday, Ollie! Sorry i am late with my wishes. Maybe you are even the eldest four-legged citizens of Beetily! Pete should call the mayor, for a medail of honour. :-)) You are the only real watchdog looking for a Frenchmen invasion. :-)) Michael
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There are some dogs around here older than Ollie, but not many left now. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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Than he definitely is the leader. Lol I am sure the others are not looking so fresh and active. Michael
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Belated birthday wishes to Ollie I am guessing with the care and love you give him and exercise he will live to a ripe old age …another one for you moderate thanx to WP…SIGH
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Thanks, Carol. He is sleeping peacefully next to my chair at the moment. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete. x
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Happy birthday, Ollie! Your post – photos and words – warms my heart. I hope he liked his crocodile and sheep, and his sausage. And yes, I hope your BF and constant companion will be around for a long time. Best to you, Pete, and hugs to Ollie.
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Thank you, Miss Jennie.
I like my sheep better than the crocodile, but best of all was the big sausage.
Ollie.
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You’re welcome, Ollie. Tell Pete to give you extra pats. 🙂
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(((((((((snoring)))))))
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Haha! 🙂
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Happy Belated Birthday Ollie! What a handsome team! Hope you enjoyed the sausage! C
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I did enjoy it very much thank you, Miss Cheryl.
Sending tail wags to you in America.
Ollie.
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Happy Valentine’s Day! To Pete, Julie, Ollie and all of the members of Pete’s Tribe!
Thanks for sharing the pix of you and Ollie. I think this is the first time I’ve ever seen you. You kind of remind me of Anthony Hopkins — very distinguished — but with a more open face. Everyone have a fine day!
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Hi, Mona. I have been compared to Anthony Hopkins in the past. Also The actors Bob Hoskins, and Steven Berkoff. https://www.ents24.com/uk/tour-dates/steven-berkoff
I once signed a theatre programme for two people who had just watched Berkoff in a play, and were convinced I was him! 🙂 I must admit, I can see the resemblance, though he is somewhat older than me. (14 years older in fact.)
My own photo has been on my ‘About’ page for many years. You just never noticed. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY, dear Ollie! Many happy returns, may you still have many good years together. At this stage, every day is precious.
So lovely to see him in the snow!! 🙂 WE want more films, please!
Best wishes, Dina
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I sent you links before I read this comment, dear Dina.
Best wishes, Pete. x
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HBD lil boy
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Happy Birthday to Ollie. I wish you will have a long time with him.
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Thanks very much, Irene. Always a pleasure to see you here.
Best wishes, Pete.
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I wonder why my comment didn’t post. HAPPY BIRTHDAY OLLIE, today we’ll celebrate Oreo’s third birthday. May they live longer for us to enjoy them.
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This was the only comment I received from you, Arlene.
Happy Birthday to little Oreo for today. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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Happy Birthday, Ollie!
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Thanks, Pit. He head a good day, and was still playful with his new toys at 11 pm. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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That’s the sign of a true friend, Pete. One who loves you unconditionally.
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Nothing ever matches that bond with a dog. He is always happy as long as I am with him.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Both very handsome boys no worse, maybe even better for wear and tear. Happy birthday to Ollie!
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Why thank you, Miss Pam.
I will tell my dad what you wrote.
Ollie.
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Happy Birthday Ollie!
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Thank you, Miss Ami.
I had a lovely day, and I am am still playing with my new toys.
(I got two sausages!)
Ollie.
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I wish Ollie a happy birthday and many wonderful years more. A dog is a saving grace, I have found. One of the few dependable spirit s that this life affords.
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Thank you for your kind description of me, Miss Michele.
I like to think I am a dependable spirit.
Ollie. x
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Happy Birthday Ollie from Tiger and Benji! You still look pretty good for a dog! 😸😻
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Thank you, my feline friends from another country.
I send you friendly sniffs, but please don’t sctratch me!
Ollie.
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Friendly sniffs received. Just don’t chase us up a tree and we will refrain from using our claws which are much sharper than yours. Peace. 🙂 🙂
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Lovely photo. Heres to many more walks and treats 🙂
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Thank you, Miss Siobhain.
Glad you liked my photos.
More treats sounds good!
Ollie.
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(1) Will Ollie be dressed to the nines for his birthday party?
(2) I’m glad Ollie is doing so well at his age. You must be on cloud nine!
(3) Ollie’s lucky to have you, Pete. When it comes to love and care, you truly go the whole nine yards.
Ollie-lujah! It’s Ollie’s 9th Birthday!
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Thanks for getting all those nines in. I dread to think what you will do with my birthday post in March, as I will be 69! 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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Happy Brthday, Ollie. Warmest regards, Theo
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Thank you Mister Theo. I think it is nice of you to feed the ducks with corn. But if you ever have any big smoked sausages, please feed them to me.
Ollie.
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Happy birthday Ollie! Terrific photos and here’s to many more in the years to come!
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Thank you, Mister John. I am glad you like my photos.
I had two new toys, and I have already eaten my big sausage!
Ollie.
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HA! Always great to hear directly from Ollie!
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I allowed him to answer his own comments, John. After all, it is his birthday. 🙂
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Happy birthday, Ollie. I am glad he is doing well, Pete.
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Thank you, Miss Robbie.
Considering my age, I think I am doing well indeed.
And I have just enjoyed a delicious big sausage.
Tail wags from Beetley.
Ollie.
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I’ll be thinking of Ollie tucking into his large smoked sausage when I have my own supper….Love to him and his humans.
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Dear Miss Pippa, I enjoyed my sausage very much, thank you. Just what I needed after a long walk in deep snow. Tail wags to you, Ollie. xx
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Happy, happy birthday Ollie!!
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Thank you, Miss Griefreality Ladies.
I am having a big sausage for dinner, after I have played with my new toys.
Tail wags to you both.
Ollie.
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Aww, so glad you’re having a good day Ollie!
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Happy Birthday, Ollie! He didn’t know what to make of the plane going by, did he?
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Thank you, Miss Cindy. I am actually used to those loud noises by now, but something was rustling in a nearby bush. 🙂
Ollie.
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Happy birthday, Ollie, and I hope you have many more to come. Enjoy your day of treats.
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Thank you kindly, Miss Mary.
Treats sound good.
Ollie.
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And many more, my friend!
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Thank you for the picture, Mister G.P. 🙂
Ollie.
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Enjoy your day, Ollie !
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That’s lovely, GP Cox!
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Happy Birthday to Ollie! He always seems very calm, and he’s a handsome lad, to be sure 😀 Cheers, Jon.
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Thank you for noticing that, Mister Jon. I like to think I am very calm indeed. Except when there are special treats or new toys on offer of course. Then I allow myself a little excitement.
Ollie.
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Happy Birthday, Super Dog! I wish a long life with loads of smoked sausages and toys.
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Thank you very much, Miss Shaily.
I like the sound of those smoked sausages!
Ollie.
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And here‘s some pats and behind-the-ear rubs in return.
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Happy Birthday, Ollie! 🐾🌤❄️🦴🥩🍛🎁
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Thank you kindly, Miss Themis.
I send tail wags to you in Germany.
Ollie.
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They travelled fast! 🙂
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Happy Birthday, Ollie!
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Thank you kindly, Miss Marina.
Sending tail wags in return.
Ollie.
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I want to give him a good rub behind the ears, and Ollie too 🙂 Happy Birthday!
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You can rub my ear, Mister Eddy.
But be careful of your clothes, as my fur is moulting now.
Ollie.
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY, OLLIE – Treats all round 🎉🎉🎉
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Thank you, Mister Chris.
I see you have a large ape.
Does he want to play with me?
Ollie.
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*whispering* I’m actually the large ape, but don’t tell anyone else, it might make them nervous 🦍 – I’d love to come over and play with you, but the Government rules mean I’m not allowed to travel from Hereford to Beetley, or anywhere else at present 😕
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Good to see the dynamic duo there! Happy Birthday to Ollie!
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Thank you very much, Miss Fraggle.
I send tail wags to you in return.
Ollie.
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The Happiest of Birthdays to Sweet Ollie. May he have many more to come.🤗
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That’s kind of you, Miss Kim.
I send tail wags to you from Beetley.
Ollie.
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Happy Birthday, Ollie!
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Thank you Miss Sue. I had new toys!
Tail wags to you.
Ollie.
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New toys! What fun! Have some pats from me
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Happy Birthday Ollie! May you have many many more. chuq
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Thank you, Mister chuq.
Sniffs to Momo.
Ollie.
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😎
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Happy birthday, Ollie! New toys and an extra sausage sounds like great presents. Give Ollie a pat and hug for me. 🙂
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Thank you, Miss Jeanne.
I am looking forward to my big sausage!
Ollie.
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Happy Happy Birthday, Ollie. Licks from Dot and Lia.
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Why thank you, Miss Darlene.
Tail wags back to them.
Ollie. x
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