When it comes to friendly and deeply devoted colleagues, it’s tough to overlook the magical essence of a Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.

Of course, Terriers by nature can be a little stubborn so Riff, a 3-year-old member of superintendent Tim Hood’s staff at Needham Golf Club, might choose to stop by the kitchen (he never refuses a slice of bacon) or run through a sand pile before going on to the next job. No worries because it’s part of who he is.

He's also exuberant and dependable, wonderful at helping choose hole locations and pretty much supervising diligent work crews.