Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Max, the tough guy

What is your pet’s name?
Max.

What is the breed of your pet?
Cocker spaniel.

How was your pet’s name chosen?
His name is short for Maxamillion.

Does your pet have a favorite walking route?
Max enjoys the smells and people around Colonial Williamsburg, particularly the staff at Berretts where he is a celebrity.

What’s the most embarrassing thing your pet has ever done?
Max acts tough, but when it comes to swimming in a pool he is as timid as a mouse! Don’t let the cat know they have something in common!

Does your pet have a pet peeve? If so, what is it?
His sister, the cat, likes to drink out of his water bowl even though she won’t let him drink out of hers.

If your pet could answer any question, but just one, what would you ask?
When you howl at the sirens, are you alerting everyone danger is near?

Submitted by Michael Reich

Alexa Doiron
Alexa Doironhttps://wydaily.com
Alexa Doiron is a multimedia reporter for WYDaily. She graduated from Roanoke College and is currently working on a master’s degree in English at Virginia Commonwealth University. Alexa was born and raised in Williamsburg and enjoys writing stories about local flair. She began her career in journalism at the Warhill High School newspaper and, eight years later, still loves it. After working as a news editor in Blacksburg, Va., Alexa missed Williamsburg and decided to come back home. In her free time, she enjoys reading Jane Austen and playing with her puppy, Poe. Alexa can be reached at [email protected].

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