I found Jack when he was 8 weeks old, frozen to the ground. For fifteen wonderful years, he was my best friend and like all animals, loved with only one condition, that I love him back. On August 22, 2014, Dr. Katie came to our home and with her gentle, kind words and...
March 11, 2013 is a day I’ll remember. That was the day I lost one of my best friends. I’m writing this so I’ll never forget some of my bud’s actions, reactions and attributes that made him what he was. People call dogs man’s best friend and in this case that proved...
I have often heard people say I don’t want to “play God” when referencing a euthanasia decision for their sick, painful, and suffering pet. They seem to think choosing euthanasia for their pet is playing God. I do not agree. I don’t think any of us can know or...
Euthanasia comes from the Greek language and translates as good or fortunate death. The definition is the act of ending the life or permitting the death of a hopelessly sick or injured animal in a painless way for reasons of mercy. My first home euthanasia experience....
Mama cat came to me on November 30th, 2012 at the age of 18. She spent the next year and 8 days in our home and our hearts. She was a sweet, gentle kitty that was always up for petting, snuggling, and eating. She could quickly dash to her food bowl if someone was...
We saw you one day 10 years ago, running through the wildflowers chasing butterflies. By Winter, you were still there, but trying hard to find shelter. We brought you in to become a member of our home, along with four siblings! From 2008, your life was riddled with...
Thank you so much to Dr. Katie for helping us with such a difficult decision. Dr. Hilst came to our home 1 year ago today December 18, 2012 to help us let our beloved Golden Duncan cross over to the Rainbow Bridge where we are sure he is not struggling or no longer in...
Farewell to my shadow, for now.Princess was by my side through the worst times of my life.Her beautiful black coat soaked up many tears, and not just mine.Her joy at being with her favorite people was boundless.My gardens won’t be the same without the cheerful...
