Max’s World Tour Comes to Maggie Valley

Most of you already know our friend, Max of South Africa.  Max has taken many of us dog bloggers on educational tours of his beautiful country.  Knowing Max is ailing, we have invited him to share some of The Herd’s adventures today.

Max and Kiska enjoying a snowy walk

Max waiting with Cheoah for her rescue from the babygate trap.

Max spending time with Ruby at The Thundering Herd Annex

Max, Tartok and Ruby hanging out on the picket line in front of the Jeep

Max waiting on the picket line to go sled training with Rusty, Qannik and Natasha

Max and Rusty playing with balloons

Most of all, Max, we wanted you and your family to know that The Herd is thinking of you every day and wishing you the best.  We would like to invite you to be an honorary member of The Herd:

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Want to see where all Max has been in the last 24 hours?  Here is the list (as we know it).  If we left you out, please leave a comment and we will add your blog (we are updating as find them):

Alasandra, The Cats and a Dog

Asta’s World

Chronicles of Woo

Clive – Assistance Dog for Autism

Cloud the Wonder Dog

Cocorue

Dog Daze

Doggie Days

Doyle and Mollie

Dream Valley Ranch

Duffy’s New York Diary

Emma Rose

Ginger Jasper

Golden Samantha

Hamish the Westie

Holy Terriers

Ina in Alaska

Junior and Orion

Kissa-Bull

Khyra’s Khorner

Loving for a Living

Lucia

Maggie and Mitch

Magickal Tails

McGillinator

My Boo Bear

Murphy’s Law

Paco, Milo and Maya

Petey’s Playhouse

Poupounette Gang

Romping and Rolling in the Rockies

Sierra Rose

Southernmost Moose Lodge

Stella’s World

Tales and Tails

The Thundering Herd

Twinkie Tiny Dog

Two Special Wires

Wilf and Digby

Wild Dingo

Zoolatry

P.S. – Happy Valentines, everyone!

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41 Comments

  1. Ina on February 15, 2010 at 10:20 am

    Max came to Anchorage too…. http://www.ina-offret.blogspot.com

  2. Siku Marie, the White Dog on February 15, 2010 at 1:12 am

    Wow! You guys are pretty special to show Max such a fabulous time and share your corner of the world with him. I am sure he was most honored and touched to be made an honorary member of the Herd!

    We hope you had a very special Valentine’s Day filled with love, treats, and special surprises.

  3. Ruby's Raiser on February 15, 2010 at 12:13 am

    What a sweet valentine for Max!

  4. Amber on February 14, 2010 at 10:33 pm

    Wow, that Max is one well traveled dude! 🙂 Happy Love Day!

    Kisses,
    Nala

  5. Steve & Kat on February 14, 2010 at 10:30 pm

    How fun! I can’t believe Cheoah got caught in the baby gates again, but maybe having Max around just made her silly.

    Steve

  6. Kasha the Great Dane on February 14, 2010 at 10:27 pm

    That is just great that MaxDog got to visit the Thundering Herd. My mom’s not that computer saavy so we don’t know how to get Max to visit us but that’s a very sweet thing that everyone is doing for Maxdog.

    AARF Kasha the Dainty Great Dane

  7. Deborah on February 14, 2010 at 10:16 pm

    Max had a great time with you also. What a nice tribute to Max! He’s such a good companion! We all love Max too!
    Happy Valentines Day to you too!

  8. Kira The BeaWoootiful on February 14, 2010 at 9:34 pm

    Wooos Herd! What a lovely time woo all must of had with Max! I especially loved the Rusty and Max playing with the balloons…..
    We are blessed to be among this fellowship of amazing fellowship of bloggers!
    -Kira The BeaWootiful

  9. Twinkietinydog on February 14, 2010 at 9:02 pm

    We did it we did it we did it we did it!!! The Max Project rocks the internet. I have been so excited since last night and it’s not going away. What a great post, lovely Thundering Herd banner, Cheoah and Max both waiting had us all laughing.
    Here’s to love and good furiends and friends.
    xoxoxo
    Twink!

  10. M.T. on February 14, 2010 at 8:53 pm

    Oh wow, that is too neat!!! Max, you are one loved dog! Fitting “tribute” for Valentine’s Day! 🙂

  11. Farley's Mom on February 14, 2010 at 6:58 pm

    What a wonderful visit you had! Max fits in very nicely with the Thundering Heard 🙂

  12. Cloud the Wonder Dog on February 14, 2010 at 6:06 pm

    It looks like Max had so much fun wiff all you Sibes. Dis has been the BEST Valentines day EVER!!!

    Luv,
    Cloud

  13. Dennis the Vizsla on February 14, 2010 at 4:54 pm

    Happy MaxDog day! We didn’t hear about the world tour but we’re seeing him everywhere today!

  14. Huffle Mawson on February 14, 2010 at 4:45 pm

    Max is going to need a big nap after all that excitement!

    Happy valentine’s day to all of you.

  15. Suka on February 14, 2010 at 4:44 pm

    Looks like you dogs gave Maxdog the time of his life! What great hosts you make. I am sure Maxdog feels much comfort and peace by all of the love and attention and just plain fun he received from all of you! Thanks for sharing such super pictures of your amazing visit together!

    And Maxdog looks great on your banner!

    Have a sweet Valentine’s Day!

    Suka

  16. ginger jasper on February 14, 2010 at 1:53 pm

    Thank you for visiting me.. I love to get visitors. I was so pleased to be able to take part in the lovely day for MAX.. It always makes me feel so glad and happy whenever the whole of the blog friends unite and come together when one of us needs our help.. Special…Hugs GJ xx

  17. Daisy the Pink Pit Bull on February 14, 2010 at 1:52 pm

    We are so glad Max is having a great time. Happy Valetines Day!

  18. Kit on February 14, 2010 at 11:48 am

    Looks like Max enjoyed his time w/ The Herd in Maggie Valley…
    He’ll be a tired pup at the end of his tour…
    Thanks for the links, that makes it easy to check out everyone’s post.
    Kit

  19. Stella's World on February 14, 2010 at 11:17 am

    Don’t forget to add my pal Hamish to your Max posts!

    http://hamishthewestie.blogspot.com/

    He has written a very special one.

    Kisses,
    Stella

  20. Sammie on February 14, 2010 at 11:17 am

    What a great stop for Max – you were magnificent hosts to show Max around the beautiful Maggie Valley! I love Max in your banner! But clearly, he learned a lot about your life in that lovely place you all live! Happy Valentine’s Day!
    Hugs xo
    Sammie

  21. Huskys Rule on February 14, 2010 at 10:28 am

    It looks like Max had an awesome time with “the herd” & Ruby & Tartok. Ya’ll were such great hosts & to make him an honorary member…WOW!!!! Ya’ll are the best!!! Happy Valentines Day to all:-)

    Licks & Nibbles,
    Kody & Nia

  22. Mimi & Cabana on February 14, 2010 at 10:22 am

    Hey, Max even made it into the header! That’s awesome.

  23. Houndstooth on February 14, 2010 at 10:20 am

    Wow! Max looks like he had an awesome time with The Herd!

  24. MAXDOG on February 14, 2010 at 10:15 am

    Hey there, everyone
    THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS!
    …and WOW! Are you serious?…and honorary member? Thank you so,so much!
    It has been wonderful to see all your photos (with me included in them). I feel really special – like all of you!
    I can’t tell you how amazing today has been! It has all been an incredible surprise and emotional day. Thank you for the part you have played in it! It has been wonderful to visit you!
    Lotsalicks

    MAXDOG IN SOUTH AFRICA

  25. The OP Pack on February 14, 2010 at 10:10 am

    See, we just knew there was room for at least one more in The Herd. Max sure had a lot of fun with all of you. We love how he was standing there to keep Cheoah company while she was trapped by that evil gate. Thanks for sharing Max’s visit with all of us.

    Happy Valentine’s Day.

    Woos, Phantom and Thunder

  26. Asta on February 14, 2010 at 9:47 am

    WOW!
    Max gets to be an honowawy membew of youw thundewing heawd!!1 that is twooly a special honow and I know he loves it. He looks quite at home in Maggie Valley and I know all youw love and games made his day!!!
    smoochie kisses
    ASTA
    I hope all of you have a pawsome Valentine’s Day

  27. jack a-roo & moo too on February 14, 2010 at 9:41 am

    Happy Valentine’s day to the whole herd, including Max!

    puppy love,
    jack & moo

  28. Sam on February 14, 2010 at 9:40 am

    I think Max must be having the time of his life! I know I am enjoying these blogs!

    Happy Valentine’s Day!

    Sam

  29. gus, louie and callie on February 14, 2010 at 9:31 am

    You certainly are great tour guides. Great pictures..

    Big Sloppy Kisses
    Gus, Louie and Callie

  30. Khyra on February 14, 2010 at 9:08 am

    I’m pretty sure Max enjoyed the balloons most of all!

    Thanks fur showing him such a pawesome time!

    He looks khwite at home!

    Happy Valentine’s Day to ALL of WOO!

    Hugz&Khysses,
    Khyra

  31. Biloxi and Siber-sibs on February 14, 2010 at 8:54 am

    Dat was furry nice of woo to make an honorary member of da TH. Woo did keep Max furry busy.

    Happy Valentine’s Day to all of woo!

    Husky kisses,
    Biloxi

  32. Stella on February 14, 2010 at 8:53 am

    An honorary member of the Herd! Wow, Max, that is just IT! That is what we all seek! Congratulations!

    I’m glad you had a happy time in Maggie Valley!

    Kisses,
    Stella

  33. Clive on February 14, 2010 at 6:31 am

    What an honour for Max – part of the Herd!

    We love all the photos so much! Max looks like he had a blast with you guys!

    Wishing you all a very Happy Valentine’s Day!

    lots of love
    Clive and the NSLM

  34. Martha and Bailey on February 14, 2010 at 5:44 am

    It was lovely to see Max so enjoying his time with you guys.
    You were the perfect hosts and looked after Max very well.
    Happy Valentines Day to you all.
    xxxx

  35. Paco,Milo & Maya on February 14, 2010 at 3:27 am

    WOWOWOOWOOOOOO!!!
    An honorary member of the HERD!!!!!!
    What a big big honor!!!!!
    Sure MAx had wonderful time with all of you guys!!!!!!!!!
    Enjoy your Valentine’s day with your family!!!!!!!!!

    WE LOVE YOUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU!!!!!!!
    We’re honored to have such a special friends like you!!!!!!!!

  36. The Poupounette on February 14, 2010 at 3:21 am

    Great post! Max looks like he’ having so much fun with all of you!

    Happy Valentine’s Day!

    Tommy and all the Poupounette Gang

  37. Scout and Freyja on February 14, 2010 at 2:28 am

    Wishing you a Valentine’s Day filled with sunshine and love and the tender sound of a voice that gives you comfort.

    We, too, honor Maxdog today – and his momma who ♥s him so dearly.

  38. Mochi on February 14, 2010 at 2:16 am

    How cool that Max got to visit with you pups! 🙂 Fun times! I love the header! Max is ready to play with his frisbee! 🙂

    Mochi

  39. Sierra Rose on February 14, 2010 at 2:05 am

    Ahhhhh! An honorary member of The Herd!! Yay Max!
    What a great World Tour stop with you all.
    Happy Valentine’s Day pals!!

    Hugs and snaggle-tooth kisses,
    Sierra Rose

  40. Sierra Rose on February 14, 2010 at 2:05 am

    Ahhhhh! An honorary member of The Herd!! Yay Max!
    What a great World Tour stop with you all.
    Happy Valentine’s Day pals!!

    Hugs and snaggle-tooth kisses,
    Sierra Rose

  41. Emma Rose and The Duchess on February 14, 2010 at 1:43 am

    Wow! It looks like Max got to have a great visit in Maggie Valley. He has really been busy 🙂

    Kisses,
    Emma Rose

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