More: Aspen might have failed duck retrieving school, but I was lucky enough to call her mine when her old owners didn’t want her back. She has made a complete 180* from the timid girl she was when I brought her home. Her and I just completed a road trip around the western states and she was the perfect travel companion! The photo we are submitting was taken in Grand Teton National Park during our road trip! Once scared to jump into my truck, Aspen is now the first one to the truck - every time! This pup has brought me so much joy, and I am so thankful we were brought together!