Respect

June 3rd, 1995- April 2003

My first Ridgeback and a true ambassador for the breed. 

I got Respect shortly after a trip to Jamaica.  While we were in Jamaica I asked what Respect meant because the natives seemed to use that word a lot.  I was told that it was a greeting.  It was a way to say Good Day or Everything is Good.  When Respect entered my life I found that Everyday  was a good day with him.  That is how he was named. Respect was an amazing dog...in fact he was more than just a dog.  He was a noble, intensely loyal, Virtuous animal.  Respect is the inspiration behind my kennel name Vyrtuous. 

My friend and constant companion

Respect awaits me over the Rainbow Bridge.....