O=Ollie
Ollie has only been in my life for just under 11 years, but has already become such a significant part of my whole life so far. Everyone knows how much I love my dog, my constant companion. He is the heart and soul of my blog, and has become a firm favourite of many readers around the world.
He features in this A-Z because he has given me so much, and asked for nothing in return. As I type this, he is three feet away from me, and sleeping soundly. He is happy to just be next to me, and to follow me wherever I go.
Without Ollie, I would never have really got to know Beetley. Never met the many dog-walkers who have become friends since I moved here from London. He has provided me with much-needed exercise, something I am sure extended my life expectancy in retirement. He has also given me his devotion, and his undying affection.
Having Ollie to care for made me whole, and a better person in so many ways.
beetleypete 
Ollie has a very impressive and peaceful face. With his small eyes, he looks like a teddy bear. 😉 You both are the best team ever! 🙂 Best wishes, Michael (and greetings to Ollie!)
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People do say he is like a Teddy Bear, Michael. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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I knew Ollie would be “O”. A heartfelt post, Pete. I do believe that our beloved pets make us better people.
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Ollie has enriched my life in old age, Jennie.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Yes, indeed! Best to you and Ollie, Pete.
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Unconditional love…A dog is one of the only animals which gives us that…xx
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Very true, Carol. Unlike cats. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete. x
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I was going to say that but didn’t want to upset the cat lovers but cats love anyone who feeds them xx
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A beautiful homage. Ollie has become a part of the blogging world and of our lives as well. Give him regards (or a treat)!
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Thanks, Olga. I gave him a stroke from you. (He has just eaten his dinner.)
Best wishes, Pete.
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What an absolute doll!
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Happy to hear you think so, Beth.
Best wishes, Pete.
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ditto all the comments, Warmest regards, Ed
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Thanks, Ed.
Best wishes, Pete.
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The best goal in life is to be the person your dog thinks you are.
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Very true, Phil.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Ollie is one of my favorites and I never tire of hearing about your adventures. I sure miss Shaggy, it’ll be a year next week, so I completely understand your love and devotion. Long live Ollie, hugs, C
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Shaggy was a sad loss indeed, and that time has passed so quickly.
Best wishes, Pete. x
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OJ stands for Orange Juice and Ollie Johnson. So let’s raise a glass of orange juice and cheer Beetley’s canine ambassador!
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Thanks, David. I will stick with red wine for my toast to Ollie. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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I love that face! “O” had to be for Ollie! 🙂
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It did! Thanks, Susanne.
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Who couldn’t have guessed O was for Ollie? A great tribute to a great doggie, Pete.
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Nothing comes close to Ollie, Bruce.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Yeah Ollie! Still as handsome as ever.
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Thanks, Pam. That photo was from 2021.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Dogs are the best! They love us in a way no one else ever will.
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That is so true, Darlene.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Such a heartwarming tribute to your constant companion!
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Thanks, Liz. He is a very special dog, in every way imaginable.
Best wishes, Pete.
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You’re welcome, Pete.
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he gets pats from all us here Pete
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Thanks, Gavin. I have had a few dogs in my life, but Ollie is genuinely exceptional.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Having a special animal is such a privilege and I agree, it makes us better people. I have had many animals in my life and loved them all but there have inevitably been some that just had a particular connection. Bless them all.
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He has outshone every dog I ever had, Carolyn.
Best wishes, Pete.
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A lovely post, Pete.
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Thanks, Robbie. Ollie deserves it.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Man’s best friend.
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He has definitely been my best friend, Don.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Unconditional love!
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Exactly that, GP.
Best wishes, Pete.
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A handsome chap. I resisted getting a dog for many years but once I made my boy one of us, I couldn’t really fathom how I’d ever been without him. They bring so much, don’t they?
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They do indeed, Helen.
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Easy to love that face.
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He was so cute when he was young, and although his face has changed, we think he is still adorable. 🙂
(That photo is from 2021)
Best wishes, Pete.
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Dogs do make us better people – they’re magic like that!
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Thanks, Annabelle. I agree of course! 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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I always enjoy your posts about Ollie, Pete. I’ve never had the wish to have a dog, but my great friend in Whitby has always had big dogs, and his current one, Bodie, is so soft & lovable its almost hard to believe. Cheers, Jon.
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Dogs can be a tie when you have to travel around for work, so probably best that you never had one, Jon. Maybe when you are fully retired?
Best wishes, Pete.
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We’re all different and as you know I’m not a dog lover, but I can tell how much you love Ollie.
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Thanks, Stevie. It is hard to describe that bond to someone who doesn’t like dogs, but I am glad you get it.
Best wishes, Pete.
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I do get it, but on the contrary, some people in my village do not get the fact that I do not like their dog. They shoot me glares of hatred as I step away from their dog as it runs towards me.
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Our canine companions become a major part of our lives….I would have it no other way chuq
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Me neither.. Thanks, chuq.
Best wishes, Pete.
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