FAREWELL ABNER

Abner came into rescue in 2013.  (He was born, we think, in September of 2012.) 

 He was in great need of an ophthalmologist and

 he had surgery quickly.   He was a little sweetheart.  

He was trained by Mary to be a therapy dog.   

People held him and talked to him.   A dog hug could make the day so much brighter. 

When he was at my house, I would never have thought that his future held so many opportunities to make people feel better.   

He had a special badge so he could go into hospitals and the airport.  

Abner excelled at his "job."   

His dad wrote this about him.  

"Abner passed this morning and we are shattered.  He was a very good boy and touched a lot of lives through Erie County SPCA with their Paws for Love program.  He was the dog with a job.  Buffalo Niagara Airport was the first assignment early on and he loved his job and the attention he got helping travelers who were stressed by traveling or possibly the reason they were traveling.  He was one of the first dogs to do it and Buffalo General Hospital patients, and their loved ones were touched and grateful for helping them during a very stressful time for them.  We will miss him very much and there will never be another dog like him.  Run free my little, fuzzy Clementine head. You are all healed now and will see all your brothers and sister across the Rainbow Bridge. Tell Grandma hello."

His mom loved her little man so much.  He brought so much joy to her.   Abner slept beside her and they were constant companions.   She said this about him. 

 "Abner crossed the Rainbow Bridge this morning at 4:15am. The ICU staff did everything they could, but his brave little heart gave out. We are devastated beyond words. Thank you to everyone who loved him both near and far. He absolutely loved and excelled at being a therapy dog. There will never be another sweet, lovable soul like his. Thank you to everyone who donated to defray the high cost of his intense veterinarian care, especially Potomac Valley Pekingese Club, A Rescue and A Favor for Freddie. I will post more later, but right now I need to mourn my little boy.💔💔 My heart is shattered.

Some dogs come into your life and they are ones you never forget.  They make such a deep impression on the heart.  

Abner was the first to become a therapy dog.  Then Patch (cream and brown) became a therapy dog.   Cheech took a little longer, but he passed the test and all three went to the hospital together to help lift spirits of those who worked there and those who were patients there. 

They were quite a team. 

Abner fought so hard to stay with his family-- but his heart gave out.  He went on to see many of his friends who had passed away before him.  

You will be remembered, Abner.  You were a very special boy.  

Run free sweet boy.   September 2012- November 2026  💙

 

DICKENS, MORE DNA INFO

I received an email saying the DNA test showed more relatives and more possible traits. 

Charlie, really?   He’s white. But that’s the closest he is to Dickens. 🤣

This one was also Charlie.  He’s cute.  At least he’s a Peke. 

They said he could be hesitant when he’s groomed.  Ummm no.  He becomes so docile. 

They say he can become bored when playing.  He does have two favorite toys.  An abominable snowman  and a pink octopus like toy.  He loves them.  So maybe he plays awhile and then stops.  So maybe this is a little “bored.”

They say he might be hesitant at the vet. Not really.  He’s very good. They say he might howl.  He does like to bark and wake me up in the morning.  Doggone Dickens.  I want to sleep.  😴. But no howling. 

I didn’t realize I had so many pictures of Dickens w Gwennie.  They said he might have motion sickness.  Nope.  Sleeps on his back.  Not often. 

One trait is that he can be fearful.  He's not really fearful. He’s hesitant around new people.  Cinnamon is the fearful one.  Dickens and Paddington help her stay calm. 

Does Dickens chase “prey.”  He can barely see.  He wouldn’t care even if he could see.  Prey is safe here!  🤣

Dickens doesn’t play w the other dogs but he likes having them around. 

Retrieving instinct isn’t in his history.  They say white could be a recessive color. Funny since HE IS WHITE.  

I love all the information even if some doesn’t fit Dickens.  He a beloved member of our family. 💙
 

PIPPI ADOPTED

 

Tiny Pippi was adopted yesterday.  She was adopted by someone I’ve known 16 years and they have adopted many from us.  

Pippi came so far in the months she was w me.  She came into rescue needing medical care.  Her skin healed, she went from baths every other day to baths every 6-7 days.  Her hair grew out and her health is good now. 

Letting a foster go is hard.  I know she will be making a transition and be a little confused.   

But I know her new mom and dad are amazing and pretty soon, I’ll just be a memory.  And that’s okay. 

The house is different even though 5 dogs are still here. Paddington got on one of the beds Pippi used.  

And Cinnamon got on another one. They’ll be fine.  They just know it’s different. 

Pippi will get so much love and attention.  We will get lots of updates.  Pippi, you are so loved. 🩷

ABNER—GET WELL

Update:   Abner passed away from heart failure at 4:15 this morning.   Run free little man. ❤️

Abner has been receiving special care at an emergency vet where he is being monitored.  

Abner came into rescue in February of 2013. 

He was a puppy w eye issues.  He had surgery while in rescue and his parents have continued his care wonderfully.  He has lost both eyes after he became an older boy but it didn’t stop him from living a great life. 

He was an adorable puppy and he became a therapy dog. He went to the airport w his brothers who are also therapy dogs.  The trio also went to a hospital and cheered patients. 

Now Abner is the patient.  He’s been very sick.  Please lift up this special little Peke ❤️

MAMA PEPPER

Pepper (aka Peppermint) came into rescue almost 3 years ago.  

Her foster family fell in love w her and adopted her. 💖

Pepper had a new brother join the family this year.  And Pepper became a nanny dog.  She loves her baby! 

And Pepper has a special power.  She keeps the floor clean and I bet everyone thinks the baby is really neat and doesn’t drop any food.  He has them fooled.  He just has Pepper clean it all up. Smart baby!  
 

HAPPY 8TH BIRTHDAY HUGO

Hugo lives in New York.  He was adopted 3 years ago when his owner could no longer take care of him.  

He has brought his mom so much joy.  He loves walks and is a wonderful companion. 

Autumn is there, too, and it's probably getting close to the no leaves stage.   The colors of autumn always bring me joy.

Happy Birthday Hugo!!   I hope you had some cake.  😉🎂
 

BEAUTIFUL MORNING

Last night, Pippi decided to sleep on a pillow on the couch.   She has steps to the couch and can fly up them and plop in place.   This is how I found her this morning.  

Last night, she was definitely ready for sleep. 

Paddington was there, too, and they slept close together.   

Gwennie decided my side of the bed was a good place to be-- sideways, but she left me a sliver of bed.  LOL 

This morning, we all went outside.  And wow!   The fog was in the trees, and it was as if the morning was saying hello to me.

Sunbeams attempted to come through the trees and fog.   I just stood there, amazed by it all.  

It was a magical way to begin the day in Virginia. 

After they were all done, Pippi said, "Time for breakfast!"   It has been a gift to watch Pippi heal and learn to be with other dogs and hang out with them.  Her personality has blossomed and she has been a joy to have.  A little miracle.   This weekend, she will go to her forever home.   I'm so grateful to have been part of her journey.  

I hope you began the day with beauty.  💛💜