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In MemoryThe Journey - by Crystal Ward Kent | |||
ARF dedicates this section to the those fosterdogs who are no longer with us, but will remain forever in our hearts: | |||
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| Gorgeous Gentleman: Griffey Sex: Male Age (approx): 10 years Breed: Terrier x Size: Small Description: Griffey was Pauline's first foster dog, rescued from the Pound in June 04 and what a top little bloke he was! His time in rescue was as good as any dog could ever hope for. You only have to look at the pictures of him that appeared on our website to see what a well cared for, relaxed and happy little guy he was. There's no doubt he was loved and cherished by his foster mum Pauline, and it was probably one of the happiest periods of his life. Unfortunately, over the Christmas break, he became ill with a chronic and serious condition which meant he would probably be unable to regain a reasonable quality of life, and so the difficult decision was made to euthanase him. Rescued: 3 June 2004 Rainbow Bridge: 7 January 2005 | Pretty Amazing : Jodie Sex: Female Age: 16 months (approx) Breed: Australian Cattle Dog cross Size: Medium Description: Jodie was a gorgeous looking girl with a pretty face and lovely markings in a deep chocolate, almost black, colouring and a very happy grin. She had been cruelly abused prior to being rescued by ARF and sadly, despite dedicated efforts by her foster carer to rehabilitate her, Jodie's early life had left her emotionally scarred, with an unpredictable and potentially unsafe temperament. ARF takes very seriously its responsibility to rehome only suitable dogs, so it was with great sadness that we had Jodie euthanased kindly and gently by one of our vets. Rescued: 9 November 2004 Rainbow Bridge: 29 January 2005 | ||
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| Name: Miss Polly Sex: Female Age: 2 years (approx) Breed: Papillon cross Size: Tiny Description:Miss Polly was in my care for just 12 hours until I noticed that she was not well and took her to my wonderful vet. She stayed there just on 11 days fighting for her life from a debilitating virus. Polly had hung on so bravely and managed to get through the virus which was the primary cause of her illness that the vet and I were very hopeful of a full recovery. However the virus had left her quite ravaged and she passed away peacefully in her sleep in the early hours of Friday morning. The previous night I was able to hold her and say goodbye to one of the sweetest little girls I have fostered since being a carer. Miss Polly will be with me forever. ARF's very special Thanks to all who contributed so generously to the Miss Polly Fund (now closed as the accounts for her treatment and care are fully paid). Rescued: 23 January 2005 Rainbow Bridge: 4 February 2005 | Loyal and intelligent: Mack (Remus) Sex: Male Age: approx. 8 years Breed: German Shepherd x Size: Large God Speed, Old Chap. Rescued: 9 December 2005 Rainbow Bridge: 14 December 2005 | ||
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| Gentle Soul: Oscar Sex: Male Age: 8-9 years Breed: Maltese Terrier Size: Small Description: Oscar was a sweet and gentle little chap. He came to ARF with his fur matted to the skin, and, as it turned out, not in the best of health. Oscar was diagnosed with advanced clinical heart disease with only a short time to live. His teeth were also in a dreadful state, requiring extensive surgery, so the difficult decision was made to euthanase the little guy. May he now rest painlessly in peace. Rescued: 22 April 2006 Rainbow Bridge: 26 April 2006 | Just clowning around: Teddy Breed: Pug Age: 18 months Sex: Male Size: Small Teddy was only in ARF care a very short time before going to Sydney to be the spoiled companion of a couple who had already decided that a Pug was the right dog for them. Sadly after a short illness he was diagnosed with an inoperable tumour and the difficult decision was made to end his suffering. "Teddy our little man, Thank you for blessing us by coming into our lives and spending your remaining weeks of life giving us love and joy. You have left your paw prints on our hearts and we miss you deeply" Love, the Azevedo family Rescued: 13 April 2006 Adopted: 14 April 2006.Rainbow Bridge: 2 May 2006 | ||
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| Gentle and affectionate: Ted Sex: Male Age: Approx 10 years Breed: Labrador Size: Large "Ted was like a comet - he didn't stay long but he lit up the sky with his smile. To know him was to love him. " Ted's foster carer "Ted, you were almost ours. We were almost yours. We were devastated when your life ended the way it did. Teddy Boy, we wanted so much for you to become part of our family. We'll never forget you- our 'almost' first dog!" Ted's almost forever family Rescued: 24 June 2006Rainbow Bridge: 27 June 2006 | Loyal and respectful: Griff Sex: Male Age: approx 4 months Breed: Crossbreed Size: Medium Young Griff was very happy in his forever home riding shotgun in the ute and going to work with the boss/builder everyday, then coming home to be pampered by the family and having an old friend to play with running around the reserve at the backyard every night. His accidental death took him from his family who are devastated at his loss. Rescued: 4 March 2007 Adopted: 3 April 2007 Rainbow Bridge: 5 May 2007 | ||
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| Our winsome lad: Harry Sex: male Age: 10 years (approx) Breed: Dobermann x Harry was an absolute treasure, and our heart's delight. Many thanks to May and ARF for rescuing Harry and for entrusting this precious boy to us. Many thanks also to Libby, Michael, and Fiona at the Canberra Vet Hospital who in the end helped us let Harry run free. Rescued: 14 June 2005 Adopted: 5 July 2005. Rainbow Bridge: 5 June 2007 Photo by Mia Clapton of Thousand Hound Photography | Utterly beguiling: Millie Sex: Female Age: 8 years Breed: Labrador Courageous to the end, Millie passed gently surrounded by love and liver treats. Many thanks to Kate Dixon for recommending her to us as a foster - once Millie moved in, it was clear she wasn't going anywhere. Thanks also to Libby, Fiona and their colleagues at the Canberra Vet Hospital who took such gentle care of her. Rescued: 14 February 2006 Declared a foster failure: 26 March 2006 Rainbow Bridge: 21 October 2007 Photo by Mia Clapton of Thousand Hound Photograph | ||
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| Soft and Loving: Roxy Sex: Female Age: 14 months Breed: Crossbreed Size: Medium It is with great sadness that we heard that Roxy was tragically taken from her loving family suddenly during October. She was a loving and clever girl who was extremely well loved by Lyndell, Todd and their young family. Roxy was very lucky to have found such a wonderful family to adopt her. She will be fondly remembered and very sadly missed. Rescued: 21 June 2007 Adopted: 7 July 2007 Rainbow Bridge: October 2007 | |||
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