They say that dogs find a way to worm their way into your heart, and nothing could be more true when it comes to Dexter. He was taken far too soon from this earth, and I would give anything to have him back. Dexter was that dog that everyone hopes to have in their life. He was my constant companion, my most loyal friend, and the only reason I have been successful in my higher education, working as my service dog to help me through the struggles I face in school. I had gone back and forth picking the name for my kennel and in his passing I knew what it had to be. I named him Poindexter as he was far too smart for his own good, and that is what embodies a border collie. His personality embodied everything that a border collie should be, he was smart, loyal, had drive for days, and a great work ethic, but he also knew when he needed to be calm or when I just needed him to be there to talk to(yes I know I'm crazy). This dog brought endless smiles to myself as well as anyone he met. I don't think Dexter ever met a person who didn't love him in all his goofy glory. His loss has been devastating, and everything I pursue with this breed is because of the impact he made on me. 

"The fear of death follows from the fear of life. A man who lives fully is prepared to die at any time. "- Mark Twain

Dexter truly lived every day to the fullest, and will always hold a huge part of my heart. 4/30/13-12/23/17