Thursday, January 28, 2010

Remembering Thurman

We were notified by the shelter that Thurman's kennel cough was progressing. Since the shelter has no vet and no access to life saving antibiotics, we issued a rescue pull on Thurman and sent transport the same day. According to the shelter, "This good ole boy was found wandering the city in search of a comfortable home to call his very own. He is a sweet older boy who reminds us of a grandpa always looking to comfort anyone he can. he gets along very well with the other dogs. He knows he is a bit older then most people want but he also knows he has a lot of love to give if someone will give him a chance."We agree with their assessment of Thurman.He was everything good in a senior dog but we did not get to him in time. He passed away Monday January 25, 2010 from pnemonia. He was at the vet's office relaxing in the oxygen chamber when he drifted across the rainbow bridge. Thurman was one of those wonderful dogs who could make a lasting impression and had the ability to leave his old senior paw prints on the hearts of those who shared his final days with him. So, was it worth the effort? Ask anyone who shared Thurman's last few days. He knew someone had come for him. He didn't die alone in a shelter on a cold concrete floor. Yes, Thurman was worth our best efforts. Rest easy big boy, until we meet again.

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