Photo credit: Sherrie Stille

Some dogs just understand the spirit of Boulder, Colorado—and Seamus is one of them. With his bright eyes, confident stride, and tail that seems to catch the breeze just right, Seamus brings his joy to one of Boulder’s most cherished treasures: its wide-open fields and endless open space parks. For a dog who thrives on freedom, sunshine, and adventure, Boulder is paradise.

Seamus spends most of his days exploring the vast tapestry of meadows and grasslands that make Boulder so unique. His favorite field sits along one of the city’s many open-space corridors, a place where the Flatirons rise behind him like a painted backdrop and the air feels fresh enough to bottle. Out here, Seamus is in his element—charging through tall grasses, pausing to sniff the wind, and trotting confidently along well-worn paths that generations of Boulderites have loved.

Boulder’s open space system is one of the most impressive in the country, offering over 45,000 acres of preserved land. These protected areas give residents and their pets room to breathe, roam, and reconnect with the natural world. For dogs like Seamus, this isn’t just land—it’s a playground of rolling hills, seasonal streams, migration corridors, wildlife scents, and endless opportunities for exploration. Every turn holds something new: a rustling bush, a swooping hawk, a fresh trail of footprints from deer that passed at dawn.

Seamus approaches each outing with a kind of joyful purpose. He knows the route, knows the field, knows exactly where the good smells collect after the morning sun warms the earth. When he sprints across the open meadow—ears back, paws kicking up soft dust—it’s a perfect snapshot of what Boulder living is all about. Freedom. Nature. Simple happiness.

And like so many Boulder dogs, Seamus is more than just a four-legged companion; he’s part of the landscape. His presence brings life to the trails and a smile to those who pass him. Whether he’s trotting along beside his human or stopping to take in the breeze, Seamus reminds us why Boulder’s open spaces matter so deeply—they’re where memories, adventures, and small everyday joys unfold.

Here’s to Seamus, Boulder’s Dog of the Day—a furry ambassador for the beauty, spirit, and boundless freedom of Boulder, Colorado.

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