Yeah, this blog is going down the crapper.
Today we had to put Missy (Mischief) down. She was a "used" dog when we acquired her in late September of 2001. She immediately bonded with Sampson as his protector against Princes rambuntiousness and became friendly rivals with Prince. she was a dog eager to please, alway happy (unless she thought you were displeased with her), and fearfull of so many things. Hoses were scary, new people, or even people she didn't see often created a submissive response. all of her neuroses were obtained from her former owner. It took years, but she blossomed.
She wasn't an overly confident dog, but eventually we didn't have to have her greet people on the deck so she didn't mess up the house. She was a great girl and I will miss her sunny disposition.
It has been a hard 4 weeks - an aunt and two pets have died. And husband is lost. My family is shrinking too fast. It was an honor to help Missy find some confidence and lots of joy. As tribute, here is my favorite photo of her.
Peace.
Beautiful Dog, Sorry for your loss.
Posted by: The Daily Smug | July 27, 2013 at 08:20 PM
*hugs*
Posted by: Ruth | July 28, 2013 at 09:25 AM
Bogie--Wonderful photo of a beautiful dog. I am so sorry to hear of her fate. She could not have been luckier, in her later years, than to have you as her protector/companion/love.
Posted by: Cop Car | July 28, 2013 at 11:06 AM
Ruth - thanks for the cyber hug, it's much appreciated.
Cop Car - The picture shows her joy for life, with a huge smile on her face. At least she had a nice sunny day as her last day. She would have hated Sunday with the thunder, which scared her.
Posted by: bogie | July 29, 2013 at 07:18 PM
Bogie, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. It's never easy to lose a beloved member of the family under the best of circumstances, is it? You know I can empathize with you in this regard. We've both been there. Hugs from me and Deb.
Posted by: DCE | August 04, 2013 at 10:33 AM
OH, my. What a difficult month you've had. Missy was a beautiful dog. Her sunny disposition shines out of the picture. I wish I had had the chance to get to know her. As Cop Car said, Missy was very lucky to have you as her protector. Hugsssss, kiddo.
Posted by: buffy | August 12, 2013 at 08:48 PM