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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 10/10/2026
Willow Matilde hard at work dealing with a peanut-butter-filled Kong. This could take a while. Please stand by. #DogsOfBlueSky
Indescribably beautiful black German Shepherd focused on a toy filled with delicious peanut butter.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
Willow playing peekaboo. #DogsOfBlueSky
Black German Shepherd lying down and covering her face with her paws.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
It’s only Sunday, but Willow is hard at work training for the #Won’tLookWednesday championships. #DogsOfBlueSky
Black German Shepherd lying down and looking away from the camera.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Willow Matilde enjoying a well-deserved rest. #DogsOfBlueSky
Stunningly beautiful black German Shepherd lies on the sofa with her eyes closed.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
The lovely Willow Matilde hopes you’re all doing well. #DogsOfBlueSky
Black German Shepherd grinning at the camera with a friendly smile.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
A lot of damage has been done to the Greyfriars Bobby statue after an irresponsible tour guide urged people to rub the nose for luck. Unfortunately, he didn’t specify what kind of luck. If you rub the nose, there is a 94.3% chance that your marriage will fail within 6 months. 1/2 #Edinburgh
Misguided tourist caught in the act of rubbing the nose of the statue of Greyfriars Bobby.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
The Ring of Brodgar in Orkney. #Orkney #Scotland
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
From 2010: Here are Sam, Auntie Licorice, and Anna. #ThrowbackThursday #DogsOfBlueSky
Three dog pals sitting on the patio and enjoying a moment together.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Third time lucky?
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
This one.
Post box showing crown at the bottom but no monarch identified.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
I think there’s something hiding in the raspberry bushes. #DogsOfBlueSky (maybe)
Raspberry bushes in the autumn. Behind the thick bushes can be seen a dark shape that may or may not be a black German Shepherd.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Two curious dogs pose for a #Won’tLookWednesday portrait. #DogsOfBlueSky
Golden Retriever looking off to the left and a German Shepherd looking off to the right.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Willow is ten years old, only three months away from turning eleven. There are some signs of of aging, such as being slightly winded after a hike, or some hesitancy in using the stairs. At this age, every day is a gift. #DogsOfBlueSky
Black German Shepherd lying on the couch and looking off to the side with a dreamy expression on her face.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Welcome to 2009! This is Sam, who was mistaken for a deer more than once by some of my neighbours. I can't imagine why. #DogsOfBlueSky #ThrowbackThursday
Large light-brown dog standing in the snow and looking beautiful.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Willow reminds you that there’s lots more to explore! #DogsOfBlueSky
Black German Shepherd sitting in a dark forest looking directly at the camera with a grin on her face.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Here's what's left of the 16th-century Seafield Tower, along the #Fife coastline between #Kinghorn and #Kirkcaldy (a fine walk if you're looking for a good hiking trail). #Scotland
The remains of a stone tower near a body of water. Across the water you can see some of the city of Edinburgh.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
Willow and her pal Monte take a moment to pose for a photie during their hike. #DogsOfBlueSky
Black German Shepherd and Golden Retriever pose in a beautiful field on a bright sunny day.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
For #ThrowbackThursday, baby Willow hangs out with Auntie Licorice. #DogsOfBlueSky
2-month-old German Shepherd lies next to a 4-year-old mixed breed dog.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Willow poses at sunset. #WontLookWednesday #DogsOfBlueSky
Black German Shepherd looks away from the camera in a green field at sunset.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
From March 2010, for #ThrowbackThursday : the best seat in the bus, on the way from the #Edinburgh city centre to #Morningside. Back when I lived in Morningside, I never got tired of this view.
Shot of the snow-covered Pentland Hills in the distance, with the shops of Bruntsfield and Morningside in the foreground. Taken from the upper level of a double-decker bus.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Willow is wondering if you were planning to finish that cheeseburger. #DogsOfBlueSky
Black German shepherd looks directly at you with a hopeful expression on her face.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
Willow Matilde sends encouragement and support from a safe distance.
Stunning-looking black German Shepherd grinning at the camera.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
Guess who’s not happy about having to wear that annoying collar to stop her from licking an infected spot? #DogsOfBlueSky
Beautiful black German Shepherd wearing a surgical collar, lying on the sofa, looking directly at the viewer and asking “Why?”
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 28/06/2026
This is Willow Matilde practicing the “noble” pose she learned from Ako. I think she’s nailing it. #DogsOfBlueSky
Very distinguished-looking German Shepherd poses on the sofa.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 13/06/2026
What is more beautiful than a freshly-groomed dog? #DogsOfBlueSky
A freshly-groomed black German Shepherd smiles proudly at the camera in the groomer’s office.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Willow informs me that the cold hard floor is the perfect place to sleep in this weather and that I should try it. I told her I’d take her word for it. #DogsOfBlueSky
Black German Shepherd lying asleep on the floor.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
Happy #Won’tLookWednesday everybody! #DogsOfBlueSky
Black German Shepherd poses in front of a tree in full purple bloom. The dog is looking off to one side.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
From 2016: A young Willow and her friends rehearse for the annual butt-sniffing parade. #ThrowbackThursday #DogsOfBlueSky
A line of dogs in a row. Third from the left you can see a young black German Shepherd.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
Willow Matilde back from a hike with her pal Monte. They found the world’s most awesome mud puddle. #DogsOfBlueSky
Golden Retriever and Black German Shepherd covered in mud and grinning at the camera.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 10/05/2026
It’s a sleepy Sunday for Willow. #DogsOfBlueSky
Awesomely beautiful black German Shepherd sleeping on the sofa with her head resting on the armrest.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
From 2011, for #ThrowbackThursday - my beloved Sam and Anna. #DogsOfBlueSky
Two friendly dogs sitting and posing in the woods.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Attention! Attention! Willow wants to announce that she has a stick! In recognition of this momentous occasion, you can all take the rest of the day off. #DogsOfBlueSky
Black German Shepherd in the woods carrying a huge stick and looking extremely pleased with herself.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 03/05/2026
Willow Matilde invites you to join her on a hike. #DogsOfBlueSky
Black German Shepherd looking back at you in a trail through the woods.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
For #ThrowbackThursday : Bud, Willow's late brother, shows his whimsical and geeky side. #DogsOfBlueSky
Picture of a dog telling a joke: "Did you hear the one about the SQL query that went into a bar? It went up to two tables and asked, "Can I join you?"
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
It’s the season to frolic in the water! #DogsOfBlueSky
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
Willow insists that this technically counts as a legitimate #Won’tLookWednesday portrait. #DogsOfBlueSky
Astonishingly beautiful black German Shepherd sits on the sofa looking slightly off to the side.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
#ThrowbackThursday , from 2016: The late Bud is surprised to learn that his little sister knows how to fly. #DogsOfBlueSky
Mied-breed dog looks on in amazement as a young black German Shepherd defies gravity.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Pleasantly tired after a long walk. #DogsOfBlueSky
Tired German Shepherd on the sofa.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 12/04/2026
Right back atcha
Extreme close-up of husky mix Extreme close-up of German Shepherd
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 11/04/2026
Willow is pleased to announce that Spring has arrived. Finally. #DogsOfBlueSky
Black German Shepherd sits and looks at the camera in a field where the grass is starting to reappear.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
Willow asked me to post and say that she hopes you’re all having a wonderful day. #DogsOfBlueSky
Astonishingly beautiful black German Shepherd smiling directly at the camera.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
Some people will try to tell you that Spring begins when the sun reaches a certain latitude, but the reality is that Spring arrives when it happens. Any day now. #DogsOfBlueSky
German Shepherd poses for the camera outside, surrounded by snow in April.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
How lucky is #Edinburgh to have an amazing place like Holyrood Park right dab-smack in the middle of the city?
Taken from near St. Anthony's Chapel in Holyrood Park - to the left you see part of a huge grassy hill with various paths, and right behind it you see the city of Edinburgh, with the Castle in the distance.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
For #ThrowbackThursday - here's Willow Matilde frolicking with her late brother Bud - from about five years ago. #DogsOfBlueSky
Black German Shepherd and mixed breed black-and-white dog run joyously in the snow.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 22/03/2026
“Sorry hooman, this sofa is taken.” #DogsOfBlueSky
Black German Shepherd lies sprawled out on the sofa, looking very comfortable.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 22/03/2026
I wonder if Willow thinks all the extra attention and longer walks are sufficient compensation for not having a foster sibling for the moment? #DogsOfBlueSky
Friendly black German Shepherd sits on the sofa and looks at the camera.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
This street, which leads from the Old Town down to the New Town, is like being between two worlds - neither in one nor the other. Whenever I wander along this street, I feel like I'm in some kind of twilight zone. It's called Ramsay Lane, but should be renamed Schrödinger's Way, I think. #Edinburgh
Looking downhill from near the top of Ramsay Lane, Edinburgh
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
I think Willow misses having a foster brother. #DogsOfBlueSky
Black German Shepherd lies on the couch, snuggling up to a pillow with a wistful expression on her face.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
For #ThrowbackThursday , taken in Feb. 2020 - who's this scary-looking creature? Not Willow, surely? #DogsOfBlueSky
Extreme close-up of a snow-covered black German Shepherd.
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willowmatilde.bsky.social @willowmatilde.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
Willow Matilde and our foster, Ako. Ako is going to his new home today. Good luck, Ako! #DogsOfBlueSky
Black German Shepherd relaxing on the sofa and looking at the camera with a serious expression on her face.Husky mix sleeping on the sofa.
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