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Jade the Bernese Mountain Dog

Robert Dyer (grapegrower), Sonoma County

Feb 8, 2021

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Brix the Goldendoodle

Megan deZendegui, Illinois

Feb 8, 2021

Bruce Wayne with "Daddy," Vice Wine founder Malek Amrani

Bruce Wayne the Tibetan Terrier

Malek Amrani (The Vice Wine), Napa Valley

Feb 8, 2021

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Cinsault the Labrador

Dawn Werner, Wisconsin

Feb 8, 2021

Yorkie-Maltese by birth, Tiger at heart

Rocky the Yorkie-Maltese Mix

Pam and Jeff Taylor, Louisiana

Feb 8, 2021

Hunters, Not Gatherers: In medieval England, Lurchers were used to track game. Lee Hudson's dogs, Luna and Solomon, keep the faith.

Solomon and Luna of Hudson Ranch & Vineyards

Grapegrower Lee Hudson's Lurchers were always by his side as he patrolled his Carneros ranch

Kim Marcus

From the Mar 31, 2021, issue

Life of a King: As a companion to vintner Kathryn Hall and her entrepreneur husband Craig Hall, Rocky the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel was both well-loved and well-traveled.

Rocky of Hall Wines

Kathryn and Craig Hall's Cavalier King Charles Spaniel was a champion cuddler and frequent flier

Tim Fish

From the Mar 31, 2021, issue

Nova Scotia Duck Tollers like winemaker Chris Carpenter's dog, Molly, were bred to help flush out waterfowl, but they are also vigilant in the vineyard.

Molly of Lokoya and Cardinale

Winemaker Chris Carpenter's Novia Scotia Duck Toller is as happy amid the vines as in the water

Tim Fish

From the Mar 31, 2021, issue

Peter Michael's Labrador Tucker resides on his Sonoma property; Tucker's counterparts guard the manor in England.

Tucker of Peter Michael Winery

Vintner Peter Michael's Black Lab loves to roam the Sonoma ranch

Tim Fish

From the Mar 31, 2021, issue

The Odd Couple: Michael and Sarah Browne's dogs, Jade and Ollie, may seem an unlikely duo but they forged a strong bond.

Jade and Ollie of Cirq and Chev

Michael and Sarah Browne's German Shepherd and Corgi loved to hang out despite their differences

Tim Fish

From the Mar 31, 2021, issue

Kim Stare Wallace's dog Holly likes relaxing around the house but is also known for escaping for a swim or to visit the nearby general store.

Holly of Dry Creek Vineyard

Kim Stare Wallace's Yellow Lab had a reputation for going AWOL from the yard

Tim Fish

From the Mar 31, 2021, issue

Leaders of the Pack: Joe Wagner heads up an active family of six children and three canines: Carlos, Grizzly and Theo (from left).

Theo, Carlos and Grizzly of Copper Cane

Joe Wagner's quirky trio includes two dogs who love vineyard visits and a homebody

Tim Fish

From the Mar 31, 2021, issue

Perfect Match: Bill and Deborah Harlan's Rhodesian Ridgeback fits well in wine country, as the breed is kid-friendly and coyote-unfriendly.

Khan of Harlan Estate

Bill and Deborah Harlan's Rhodesian Ridgeback is tall, handsome and affectionate

Tim Fish

From the Mar 31, 2021, issue

Boxered In: Dave Phinney enjoys Coco's puppyish personality, which is among the breed's charms as a family dog.

Coco of Orin Swift and L'Usine

Dave Phinney's big, gangly Boxer wants to be a lap dog

Tim Fish

From the Mar 31, 2021, issue

Big Bad Teddy Bear: Boris is a perfect companion for Candace Cameron Bure and Val Bure—a guardian who also likes to cozy up.

Boris of Bure Family Wines

Candace Cameron Bure and Val Bure's Rottweiler is all muscle, but has a warm heart

Tim Fish

From the Mar 31, 2021, issue

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