Her Majesty Dogmad Posted December 16, 2010 Share Posted December 16, 2010 I've just lost my beloved Pepper, the sweetest dog I've ever met. I first saw Pepper in Wyong Pound in October 2008, she was very neglected and a bit frightened. She was rescued by Doggie Rescue and I fostered her. It was obvious that apart from the physical neglect of her magnificent coat that she'd suffered a life without much love. She was 10 and unusually, was microchipped (as a Keeshond cross) and desexed. She proved to be no trouble but it was upsetting to see the way she walked - right next to my leg, eyes wide, too scared to move. It was a huge breakthrough when she finally stopped for a wee, a few weeks after she first arrived. We celebrated her first poo on a walk as well. She was making progress. She'd been with me 3 months and come a long way when she had her first appointment. My mother was staying with me at the time, from England, and had fallen in love with Pepper. So much so that she adopted her with the intention of returning to live in Sydney and taking her back. I loved Pepper but thought that she could do better than me. Mum had fallen in love with Pepper's extremely sweet nature and her habit of patting you on the lower leg with her paw when she wanted more pats. And so Pepper stayed. She's been in good health for two years, only needing a dental this year and some lumps cut off. She was 12 yrs old. I had hoped she'd be with me for many more years but 2 weeks ago she started some strange behaviour, sitting and facing the wall a lot. I put it down to the beginnings of dementia as I have some experience with other dogs that was similar. Then this week, Pepper started having breathing difficulties and going off her food. The vet thought it may be lymphoma or a brain tumour. Last night was a bad night, Pepper couldn't lie down for more than a few seconds at a time and so we went to the vet this morning. Faced with the prospect of losing her, I have been devastated to realise how privileged I have been to have such an angel in my home, I type through buckets of tears that won't stop coming. I'm sorry Pepper, for I loved you so very much, I hope you know that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koemi Posted December 16, 2010 Share Posted December 16, 2010 I'm so sorry, dogmad. You love your little rescue babies so dearly and it's tragic to hear you've lost one. RIP sweet Pepper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Little Gifts Posted December 16, 2010 Share Posted December 16, 2010 She sounds like a beautiful girl and you gave her a great life in her older years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westielover Posted December 16, 2010 Share Posted December 16, 2010 Oh nooooo - Rest in Peace Pepper I so sorry for your loss Dogmad - she was such a sweety Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PebsnMe Posted December 16, 2010 Share Posted December 16, 2010 so sorry for your loss, but thankyou for showing Pepper what love really means, thinking of you. take care Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaxx'sBuddy Posted December 16, 2010 Share Posted December 16, 2010 so sorry for your loss dogmad RIP Pepper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mish13 Posted December 16, 2010 Share Posted December 16, 2010 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poochmad Posted December 16, 2010 Share Posted December 16, 2010 Oh Dogmad, so sorry for your and your Mum's loss. Pepper was so very lucky to have found a home with you. My condolences. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raelene Posted December 16, 2010 Share Posted December 16, 2010 Oh dogmad, I'm so sorry for your loss :p . Pepper looked like a totally delightful little girl. She was so lucky to have had such a well loved and caring couple of years with you. So hard to let them go. Thinking of you and sending you a warm hug. RIP Pepper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cavNrott Posted December 16, 2010 Share Posted December 16, 2010 I'm so sorry Pepper had to leave you Dogmad. She knew what it was to be loved thanks to your dedicated care of her. Rest In Peace Pepper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loving my Oldies Posted December 17, 2010 Share Posted December 17, 2010 Ah, such a hard, sad time, Dogmad. Pepper sure looks a special little character. I'm sure she knew you loved her and she would have loved you, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crits'N'Bits Posted December 19, 2010 Share Posted December 19, 2010 have only just seen this I am so sorry dogmad RIP little Pepper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellies mum Posted December 19, 2010 Share Posted December 19, 2010 have only just seen thisI am so sorry dogmad :rolleyes: RIP little Pepper Me too.. So sorry for your loss Dogmad but be happy she found you in this life...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBL Posted December 20, 2010 Share Posted December 20, 2010 Oh Jane I have only just seen this I am so very sorry :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fiona mills Posted December 20, 2010 Share Posted December 20, 2010 So very sorry for your loss Jane RIP sweet little Pepper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gillbear Posted December 20, 2010 Share Posted December 20, 2010 I remember the beautiful Pepper. Thankyou for bringing her joy and happiness. RIP sweet girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greying-fast Posted December 21, 2010 Share Posted December 21, 2010 So sorry for your loss Dogmad. You gave Pepper the security and love she needed in her twilight years, that few others would have. I'm sure she knew that and felt blessed. Hugs to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~Anne~ Posted December 25, 2010 Share Posted December 25, 2010 RIP Pepper. *hugs* Jane. You gave her the best years of her life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schnauzer Posted December 29, 2010 Share Posted December 29, 2010 RIP Pepper you were so dearly loved by Jane and all that knew you. Forever in your heart, always bedside you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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