Her Majesty Dogmad Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 On New Year's Eve I made the tough decision to say goodbye to my little crippled rescue girl, Bebe. Bebe had 9 years in her first home but unfortunately she was never allowed outside (in case she got a flea) and was fed on whatever her owners were eating so she had rickets/arthritis. Someone on DOL posted about a dog in need in 2007, said she would be put to sleep unless she found a new home. Her owners had died suddenly and the person "looking after her" just had no idea. It took me 3 months to get her away from this person who was collecting her teeth in a jar. The first time I saw her it made me cry for her nails had grown under her paws and she could barely stand. I wanted to take her straight to a vet but this person prevented me from doing so, to report them to the RSPCA would have ended in Bebe's death for sure and I was determined that she would spend whatever time she had left with me, pottering around the garden in the sun and enjoying some canine company - she'd never met another dog of course as she'd never been out. When I finally got her, the vets said that with care, she would be able to get some pleasure out of life. Her teeth were removed as necessary and her claws cut under anaesthetic. She was on medication for her arthritis and she was finally happy. She fell in love with my Italian Greyhound, Luigi, and thought I was the best thing in the world - she was my greatest fan and would scream with delight when I returned from work etc. She didn't like other people generally and had to be locked away when anyone visited or she would race across the room on her little crippled legs to bite them. She enjoyed a meander down the road or in the park every day. She was very smart, she mastered the doggie door within minutes and learned the household routine. She had stairs to get on the sofa and would manage to flip a blanket so only her little head poked out. She slept on my bed every night and would wake me, should she need a pee in the middle of the night. Every month, due to her bad beginnings and disability, she would go and have her anal glands and claws done - she eventually managed without the muzzle ... Bebe's most hilarious habit was her love of drinking tea. You couldn't sit on the sofa with her without a major performance happening - she'd start screaming and rocking on her haunches, tapping you on the arm until you poured some into a saucer for her. I even got a friend to record it for Funniest Home Videos, it was such a funny thing. Sadly she had deteriorated in the last few weeks to the point where life was getting to be too much of a struggle. RIP Bebe, you were the biggest little character I've ever met in this life. Until we meet again my darling girl, I will miss you every day. We had 2 years together which I never expected and will always be grateful for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 What a lucky little girl..... R I P Bebe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schnauzer Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 I am so very sorry for your loss Dogmad. Bebe was an incredibly special dog. I am sure Oscar welcomed her at the bridge. RIP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baz+Rome Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 So sorry for your loss. Wee Bebe sounded like such a special friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ons Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 hugs to you Dogmad and thank you for providing her with a loving home in her remaining years RIP Bebe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ams Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 Dogmad thank you for caring so much that you went to exteme lengths to effectively rescue Bebe and give her a GOOD home for her remaining years. Her eulogy is well written and leaves us in no doubt that she was treasured, well looked after and loved by you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkySoaringMagpie Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 Run free Bebe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fifi Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 Hope the kettle is on for a cuppa over the bride little bebe :-) Thank you dogmad for making her last years so special - sounds like Bebe will leave a huge and precious memory. hugs from fifi & the wolfies xxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Ark Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 What a lovely friend Bebe found in you, dogmad. Run and run and run now, little pup! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirty Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 I'm so sorry dogmad. :D What a kind thing you did for her though, I know she will be waiting for you at the Bridge. RIP little Bebe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peibe Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 Oh Jane, I remember her rescue So glad you got to spend 2 years with her, sorry it could not have been more Run free Bebe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cavNrott Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 I'm so sorry for your loss Dogmad. You gave her the beautiful gift of 2 happy years. Rest In Peace little girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MelodysMum Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 What a special girl! Thank you for giving her two precious years of the love she deserved. I am sure she went to the bridge happy, knowing that she was as adored by you as you were by her. I am so sorry for your loss. RIP Bebe! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Helena Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 How fantastic that you gave her two good years. Hugs to you for your loss. RIP Bebe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bow Wow Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 Bebe sounds like such a character. I am sure she has left a huge void in your life :D RIP Bebe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indigirl Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 RIP Bebe. So good to know she was loved and spoilt the last 2 yrs of her life. So sorry for your loss dogmad, you have such a heart for the abandoned oldies :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3shepherds Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 she sounds like a very special little girl Run free Bebe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_PL_ Posted January 9, 2010 Share Posted January 9, 2010 Sorry Jane. ;) RIP little Bebe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zali Lane Posted January 9, 2010 Share Posted January 9, 2010 It was so nice that she got to enjoy what should be the normal life of a dog after years of neglect. What a fantastic home you provided, if you post your video of her drinking tea I would love to see a link to it. RIP BeBe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juice Posted January 9, 2010 Share Posted January 9, 2010 you always go beyond what others would do for the little and the sick, thinking of you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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