a dog has to do what a dog has to do …

by Sharon Santoni

Gibson  is beyond excited today to show you his amazing new  trick and ALSO to show you the first in his range of couture pooch pads!

Young Gibson has finally found his true calling  – he is a horse handler!!  Every time we go to get the horses from the field he now insists on grabbing the lead rein and bringing one of them back to the house.

He is so proud of himself it’s shameful !!
Iris is an exceptionally understanding and patient pony (most of the time) so that helps, but they are still pretty cute don’t you think?!

So back to the cushions, if you are interested you can find them listed individually in the store, but basically they have been made to fit around standard rectangular bed pillows.  The small size takes one pillow the big-boy size takes two.

I’ll be taking orders for pillows with your choice of name incorporated into the logo if desired.

Each of the cushions is made from old burlap grain sack and backed with vintage ticking.  I hope you like them!

A demain!
Have a lovely day ….

68 comments

Magnolia Verandah March 22, 2012 - 11:03 am

Loving the sack designs for cushions at the moment. I have just helped my daughter buy a whole range for her beach house. I enjoy spending her money as much as mine!

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Mrs. Sutton March 22, 2012 - 11:03 am

Oh my goodness – those images of Gibson and Iris are just SO funny! He is such a great character. Also, LOVE those dog beds – heading over to the shop to take a closer peek right away – I think that it may be time for my Jack Russell (Byron) to get an injection of rustic Gallic style into his life! x

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Acquired Objects March 22, 2012 - 11:43 am

Gibson is a good boy wanting to help out, so cute. Your video doesn't work it says it's private…darn! Goldens are the best and always trying to help. Love the dog beds but Dylan prefers simply stretching out wherever he drops!

XX
Debra~

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The enchanted home March 22, 2012 - 11:59 am

What a cutie pie! I can't load the video fyi. The sack pillows are sooo beautiful!

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Bob March 22, 2012 - 12:00 pm

Gibson and Iris intrigued me this morning! So like a Golden! Your video did not work! The doggie bed cushions are fabulous!

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sharon March 22, 2012 - 12:24 pm

Thank you for telling me about the video problem, it should work now, maybe the next person could tell me
xx

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vicki archer March 22, 2012 - 12:31 pm

So cute Sharon… those two and the cushions… xv

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vicki archer March 22, 2012 - 12:32 pm

P.S Video worked for me… xv

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Mary March 22, 2012 - 12:33 pm

Gibson reminds me of our golden Albert. He is adorable!

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Nancy March 22, 2012 - 12:42 pm

OMG adorable..I love those two.

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Rayanne March 22, 2012 - 12:52 pm

Very sweet post!!The video was great, your animals are so cute!!

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Anonymous March 22, 2012 - 1:06 pm

Absolutely gorgeous. Love the video. Gibson is so sweet. Enjoy your blogs, Ann from Melbourne, Australia

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Nancy March 22, 2012 - 1:10 pm

That is so cute!! Love Gibson!

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Kris Vogelsang March 22, 2012 - 1:17 pm

Thanks for the smile today! Love reading about 'The Life of Gibson'. And truely loving the dog beds!
Kris @ CricketAcresStudio.blogspot.com

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Katherine March 22, 2012 - 1:56 pm

All good horse handlers deserve a soft and stylish bed to crash in. Gibson is a great model!

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Gina March 22, 2012 - 1:56 pm

Dear Sharon, I'm so glad that you included the movie. It really tells the story,,,how proud Gibson is of his newly acquired skills. Thanks for starting out my day so beautifully. Gina

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Catherine March 22, 2012 - 2:12 pm

Those cushions are delightful!

He sure is happy and puffed up with pride. 🙂 Gibson is going to demand a blog of his own one day. His fan club is growing.

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Catherine March 22, 2012 - 2:15 pm

Oops! I forgot to ask if Gibson is a bilingual too. 🙂

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Anonymous March 22, 2012 - 2:27 pm

j'adore votre blog! et j'adore aussi votre adorable toutou!! et sur ce film avec le poney… je craque…. c'est trop mignon!!!
Sylvie

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Savvy Seasons March 22, 2012 - 2:34 pm

Too cute! =) ~Liz

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Kerry March 22, 2012 - 2:56 pm

Gibson is just adorable!!! I stumbled across your blog a week ago and fell in love with the chap! We have an eight month old golden ourselves and so will be watching Gibsons adventures with interest! In the meantime, desperately trying and failing miserably to resist a dog bed purchase…. just beautiful!!

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I Dream Of March 22, 2012 - 2:57 pm

Gibson is just adorable! I agree with Catherine, I could see him with a blog of his own, and perhaps Iris would contribute, too! Would it be strange to buy the dog bead before we find our dog? These are so special, I could see them going fast!

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Lost in Provence March 22, 2012 - 2:58 pm

Oh. MY. Sharon, that video made my day–and I think all of us in France could use a reason to smile after such a tense last couple of days. Thank you!!! And yes, that Gibson is so super proud of himself is the part that cracked me up the most–so typical Golden. Ben likes to carry his own leash on our walks and will go up to strangers as if to say "See? How cute I am? I am, aren't I?". But honestly, Gibson's trick wins! 🙂 I hope that Iris got a carrot or sugar for being so patient…

I love, love, love the dog beds and am hoping that they are a big success for you–please keep us posted!

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Alpha Blonde March 22, 2012 - 3:21 pm

That video was beyond adorable, he looks so happy to be helping out! The pillows are gorgeous as well, I would spring for one in a second if my kitty would sleep on it…it may have to be a gift for a friend instead 🙂

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Diane James Home March 22, 2012 - 3:28 pm

That Gibson is so handsome and talented, too! I love your doggie pillows – so chic. I laughed when I saw the last picture and thought I read "engrais dessous" instead of "dissous" – not something I want in my dogs' bed! Thanks for sharing the wonderful video and for making my day! Cynthia

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Laurie March 22, 2012 - 4:03 pm

Gibson looks so happy! The couture pooch pads are perfect!

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kathy peck March 22, 2012 - 4:12 pm

Gibson is adorable with the ponies, a true retriever. Love the dog cushions too.

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Amélie March 22, 2012 - 4:37 pm

So adorable! As I write this my two less talented golden retrievers, Clara and Luna, sleep under the table haha! Thank´s for sharing 🙂

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My Grama's Soul March 22, 2012 - 5:14 pm

Oh Sharon….this is too cute!!! Your puppy has grown into a "beautiful" dog.

xo

Jo

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Kris March 22, 2012 - 5:55 pm

Sharon,

If that's not the sweetest and cutest thing I've ever seen, I don't know what is. How adorable! I love the cushions and if I had a pet I would certainly purchase one. Unfortunately our dog passed away 3 years ago and I've yet to get another dog. Sigh… Beautiful dog and the pony reminds me of one we had as children.

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Regina March 22, 2012 - 6:30 pm

I love Gibson, he is such a smart dog, it really is cute to see these two. Love the pillows. Love your blog.
Regina

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CÉLINE CHOLLET March 22, 2012 - 7:01 pm

Sharon !
J'aime bien la vidéo ! Une belle complicité entre ces deux là !
Le poney à l'air très cool…
Bons baisers,
Céline.

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Mary March 22, 2012 - 7:39 pm

Beautiful post! And yes they are surely fast friends. Gibson has the sweetest, most loving eyes, and your pony soooo wonderful. 🙂 Oh, and i love the designer cushions.

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Essie @ Pingere Antiques March 22, 2012 - 7:44 pm

Ah…adorable!
x x

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Frances March 22, 2012 - 7:53 pm

I love, love this! What a beautiful sight!!! I love everything about My French Country Home. It's my favorite sight to go to!!! Thanks so much for sharing your home, your life with us all!

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PURA VIDA March 22, 2012 - 8:03 pm

Tickles me beyond words

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Joasia March 22, 2012 - 8:47 pm

How very sweet.
Your so lucky having your very own horse whisperer.
Both of them should get an award for the adorable expressions they carry.
Have a lovely weekend
Joasia x

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Just For Today March 22, 2012 - 9:06 pm

ADORABLE!

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Tish Jett March 22, 2012 - 9:42 pm

Oooooooooh, Gibson. Does your family know how lucky they are to have you?

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Chris March 22, 2012 - 10:24 pm

Gibson's video is adorable…he is the boss of that pony…at least, he thinks he is for the moment. How cute he is! Don't we love how our animals endear themselves into our hearts?
Xoxo, Chris

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Ange @ A Cream Cottage March 22, 2012 - 10:46 pm

I think Gibson is gifted!!! That video of him is just gorgeous. What a clever boy. Love the cushions also. Ange

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The Moerks March 23, 2012 - 12:06 am

That Gibson is melt your heart material. Your pooch pads are gorgeous.

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ℳartina @ Northern Nesting March 23, 2012 - 12:09 am

LOVE LOVE this post!! Gibson is such a sweetie! I love that last shot of him and Iris, too cute!

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Heaven's Walk March 23, 2012 - 2:55 am

That is just tooo cute! I found myself whispering, "Awwwww…." during the sweet video, Sharon! 🙂 Love your new poochie pillows! Great idea! Give Gibson a big hug for me!!

xoxo laurie

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Susan Hawthorne March 23, 2012 - 3:14 am

What a great post! Love the dog, love the horse and love the pillows!

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twebsterarmstrong March 23, 2012 - 3:26 am

Oh! Our three kids were Pony Clubbers, and we always had an equine/canine mix around our yard. I do so miss our ponies, and live vicariously through your "pony" posts. I miss their smell. And their humor. Most of all, I miss watching our kids hacking down the local roads, playing Hide & Seek with their mounts in the pecan grove, seeing them play Follow the Leader with their ponies.

I have told our kids: Can't wait for grandkids, when I can again acquire some ponies in our pasture!
I love reading your blog – thanks for the time you put in.

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Kimberly March 23, 2012 - 3:58 am

What a good boy!!!!!!!!! And pony. 🙂
Love the pillows.

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Lindy Rogers March 23, 2012 - 4:05 am

I just pinned your animals! I LOVE them.
Lndy Rogers

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Pat March 23, 2012 - 4:51 am

Gibson's a true working dog.

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Sari Ojala March 23, 2012 - 6:06 am

Best Ever!!

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shooting star March 23, 2012 - 7:14 am

that's so cute..the video with gibson!!

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In my Garden March 23, 2012 - 8:12 am

Well done Gibson!

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The Magical Christmas Wreath Company March 23, 2012 - 9:39 am

Those two are so cute and Gibson looks so comfy on his new pillows.

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Brooke March 23, 2012 - 1:52 pm

He is so cute! Love the cushions too.

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Karen March 23, 2012 - 2:47 pm

That Gibson is one multi-talented doggie…not to mention, one of the cutest dogs in blog land!
Karen

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Amy March 23, 2012 - 2:56 pm

That made my day! How adorable.

I love your pet pillows! I have a house filled with cat "nests" but the cats still prefer to sit on me…

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Delaine March 23, 2012 - 3:27 pm

Oh my goodness… What an extra special post!!! I just loved all the pics and THE VIDEO! I'm feeling sad that when I come to Paris that I won't be able to break away to come meet you see your French Country Home!:( Maybe one day! :))

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Virginia March 23, 2012 - 5:29 pm

May I add just one more accolade? I love GOldens so much. My Baxter was the love of my life. THey are so smart too. Love the shot of him sitting with the leash in his mouth!
V

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kindsofhoney March 23, 2012 - 7:34 pm

Oh how I love goldens! (I have one, too.) Gorgeous pony as well – is she a Fell Pony? The puppy pillows are darling.

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Curtains in My Tree March 23, 2012 - 10:01 pm

I love dogs they are just special little people

this is so sweet ( i miss my dogs so much )
Gicson is a special angel

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**Anne** March 24, 2012 - 1:24 am

This is so sweet. Gibson is such a special dog.
Anne xx

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Paris Rendez-vous March 24, 2012 - 4:27 am

Gorgeous Gibson…..how cute is he!

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NotesFromAbroad March 24, 2012 - 4:37 am

Oh Gibson, what a good boy !
Kisses to Gibson 🙂

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Tracy F. March 24, 2012 - 2:18 pm

That's so sweet. What a precious boy Gibson must be!

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Cat March 26, 2012 - 8:23 am

Ton chien est superbe !
Moi, j'ai un Labrador mais il ne fait pas ce que ton chien fait .
Bisous
Cat

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Looking Glass March 29, 2012 - 2:31 pm

This is the cutest thing EVER! This totally just made my day!!

~ Clare x

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pet food May 10, 2012 - 12:38 pm

This is an interesting blog.Such a funny dog.

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pet April 4, 2013 - 2:12 pm

Great Such a nice post.. Thanks for sharing.. Dog Beds

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