It is a love story. It is also a story so fantastic it was made into a movie, «Bobbie the Wonder Dog.» In 1923, a couple drove to Indiana with their shepherd and Scotch collie mix and became separated. They returned home to Silverton several weeks later heartbroken. Six months later, the dog appeared much worse for wear on their doorstep and the legend was born. In honor of Bobbie’s journey, the City of Silverton proudly displays a mural in the center of town describing the journey. There is also a statue of Bobbie in front of his dog house. The city even has an annual pet parade on February 15th, the day that Bobbie returned home. When you think about the love, loyalty and perseverance that powered Bobbie’s journey, you can’t help but smile. — — — — — Bobbie is probably Silverton’s favorite son. At several local stores you can pick up a book about his journey. The pet store in town, Petcetera, even has a board game.
