When the dogs return from being outside, Chief has always waited until his pack has reentered the house. He’s done this since he was a puppy. Deeds follows Chief around and often he will just go sit by his older pal.

The aging Chief still lingers outside the deck door until everyone is inside, but it is Deeds who happily greets each returning member with eager kisses, jumping up and down with delight.

This photo of Chief and Deeds is currently my favorite.