[Magdalen] Joey D

[Ann Markle]

Oh, Allen, I'm so sorry. They always leave us before we’re ready, and we
love them so. My little Bichon puppy mill rescue hopes you will find a new
companion very soon!

On Wed, Mar 14, 2018 at 3:04 AM Allan Carr <allanc25 at gmail.com> wrote:

> Back in November, Joey was bleeding into his urine and we found out that
> he had a mass in his bladder. An anti-inflammatory was prescribed and we
> got to today when he started bleeding again.
>
> It’s been a tough day and I’ve found myself crying a good bit. He’s been
> such a good dog, being my companion back in the days I could walk the
> trails here in the foothills and now in our old age lying in Camille’s lap
> as she lives with Alzheimer’s.
>
> Joey’s deaf and blind but is finally getting along well with dogs in the
> small dogs dog park, sniffing and finally making acquaintances. He doesn’t
> show any signs of suffering, so I’m inclined to let things be for a little
> bit longer. However, I’m going to look for another small dog, even while
> he’s alive.
>
> I think this is best for Camille and me even though I see myself as a bit
> callous and selfish not waiting until after Joey’s gone.
>
> His 17th birthday is in May, which he’ll probably never see. Lord, I wish
> these faithful companions could live a bit longer.
>
>
> --
Ann

The Rev. Ann Markle
Buffalo, NY
www.onewildandpreciouslife.typepad.com