# Murphy's 1st Birthday
**Type:** Misadventure | **Location:** Ashby De La Zouch, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom
**Murphy Approved** ✓ — personally visited and approved by Murphy & Me
## About
Happy 1st Birthday to our Murphy 🤎

One year ago today, this little boy came into the world and although we didn't know it then, he was about to completely change ours 🌍❤️

Since joining our family, he's filled our lives with tail wags, sloppy ear kisses, squeaky toys, training wins, memorable adventures, hysterical laughter and more love than we imagined possible.

There have also been moments during puppyhood when I wondered what on earth we'd done! The sleepless nights, land shark antics, the recall fails, demand barking, relentlessly eating random objects and just the sheer mental load of raising a puppy were far more than I ever expected.

But somewhere between the chaos, muddy paws and countless "wee wee" walk attempts, this little boy completely stole our hearts ❤️

Murphy has celebrated in much the same way most teenage boys would…popcorn, burgers, sweets, cake and beer! The only thing missing was a PlayStation and a request for more pocket money 🍺🍿🍔🍬🤣

We'll continue the celebrations with more treats, a windy woodland walk, lots of playtime and, of course, plenty of fuss.

A huge thank you to Pupcakes for creating Murphy's fabulous birthday cake 💙🎂🦴 

And thank you to Pooch & Mutt and Woof&Brew Ltd for helping make his birthday celebrations extra special 🐾

Murphy was the inspiration behind The Dog Edit and the reason we've discovered so many wonderful places together 🐶

Thank you to everyone who has followed Murphy's adventures and supported The Dog Edit over the last three months. A little idea has somehow grown into a wonderful community of over 400 dog lovers, and we're so grateful you're here.

## Murphy's Verdict
*Reviewed by Murphy, Cavapoo and chief sniff tester at Murphy & Me — The Dog Edit*
> "Excellent. Humans adequately trained. More cake please. 🎂👑🐶"
## Highlights
- Birthday celebrations included popcorn, burgers, sweets, cake and beer
- Special birthday cake by Pupcakes
- Treats from Pooch & Mutt and Woof&Brew Ltd
- Woodland walk planned for birthday celebrations
## About This Review
Murphy's 1st Birthday was personally visited by Murphy & Me — The Dog Edit, a trusted dog-friendly recommendation network covering Leicestershire and beyond. Every review is based on a genuine visit. No paid placements. Murphy approved where earned.
**Source:** [Murphy's 1st Birthday on Murphy & Me](https://murphyandme.co.uk/misadventures/murphys-1st-birthday)
**Publisher:** Murphy & Me — The Dog Edit | murphyandme.co.uk
**Published:** 2026-05-31