06/08/2026
It’s hard to wrap our heads around the fact that it’s been 11 whole years. Eleven years since a single photo of a scruffy, impossibly adorable Schapendoes puppy stopped us in our tracks and somehow whispered, “I’m yours.” We had never imported a dog before—honestly, we had no idea what we were doing—but something about her felt like fate tapping us on the shoulder.
We reached out to her wonderful breeder, Mateja, who trusted us with this bright‑eyed little whirlwind. We flew to Slovenia, scooped her up, brought her home on a plane like the tiny VIP she already believed she was, and introduced her to our small pack. She fit in instantly, as if she’d been rehearsing for the role her whole life.
And then the years rolled on, and she kept surprising us. Her talent. Her charm. Her dramatic flair worthy of an award. Her zest for life. Her unwavering belief that every treat ever created was meant specifically for her. She has filled our days with laughter, chaos, and the kind of joy you can’t manufacture—you can only be gifted.
We still look at her and think, How did we get so lucky?
Mateja, thank you again for trusting us with this extraordinary girl. There will never be enough words to express how deeply she has woven herself into our lives.
Here’s to 11 years of Dalia—our diva, our delight, our treat‑powered miracle—and to many more birthdays, adventures, and theatrics to come.
