Hey everyone, this week we feature a day in the life of Heidi, the FantomWorks shop dog. Anyone that has stopped by unexpectedly or come for one of our tours have probably been greeted by Heidi. This 6 1/2 year old German Shepard has found her niche and performs her duties as if she was born for this job. Able to be fiercely protective one moment and the friendliest dog you’ll ever meet the next, Heidi amazes everyone that witnesses her let herself in and out of every door by popping the handles to open them. She has free run of the shop and knows every aspect of the building almost as good as Dan does. Heidi starts every day with a short walk around the building with Dan, then its sitting at the garage door waiting for Melissa to come in. After morning duties are done Heidi takes Melissa for a brisk walk around the block before lunch. Lunch is spent either eating with the fellas in the Malt Shop or waiting for Dan’s scraps when he does take the time for lunch. Afternoon naps under the desk, following Dan around the shop or just chilling on the concrete floor of the ShowRoom finishes out the day. Once everyone has gone for the day, then its a relaxing bone chew on her bed to finish off a day in the life of a shop dog.
My wife and I saw Heidi in action one evening when we arrived too late for the tour from Canada. Heidi was very “friendly”.
I have only seen her on the show but she is impressive with how she roams the shop and staying out of the way. I see she has a new helper to guard and keep the shop in order. Beautiful dog.
I`m a Vietnam Vet that spent a few years in Norfolk. Before I joined the Navy our family had a shepard and her name was also Heidi. Great dog. Elementary school kids would stop by on their way home and they would ask if Heidi can come out and play. She loved those kids. Not so much with the mailman. The glass in the front window would rattle when she barked at him. Once again, great dog.
Some shows include a second German Shepard as well as Heidi. Is he/she new to the shop. What is the name?
That was more then likely Nikki, another dog we got to keep Heidi company. Sadly she didn’t work out so we had to let one of the crew adopt her.
GREAT PET MAN BEST FRIEND ALWAYS ALL ABOUT RESPECT
I am a regular viewer but live far away in Oregon, so have not visited. I love cars and dogs so it is fun to see glimpses of Heidi during the show. When I was ready to adopt another dog, I specifically searched for a female German Shepherd. I found a four-year-old and named her Portia (which of course is a homonym of my favorite car, Porsche). She is very friendly, but loyal and protective. Keep up the good work.
Love to see Heidi on each episode. I just wish I’d see Dan or the crew pet or interact with her. She is a beautiful dog.