Dear Gonzo,
What a wonderful dog you were. You taught me so much about patience, love, and nurturing. You brought Colby and I closer together. I fell in love with you the first time I laid eyes on you. Your spotted leg, your funny ears, your sweet little face, your waggy tail. You were the perfect dog for us. The last seven months have been hard on all of us. We tried everything we could, buddy. We just couldn’t let you suffer anymore. I wish you just would have gotten better. I wish the medications would have worked. I wish we didn’t have to make the decision to let you go. I loved taking you to the river and watching you run around like a wild animal. I loved taking you camping, you were the best tent mate. I loved playing kong with you and petting you and teaching you how to be a good boy. I loved the weird noises you made. I wish I could just have one more sloppy kiss, or feel your wet nose on my cheek. I wish I could hug your neck and pet you one more time. You were one of a kind. Quirky, sweet, protective, and loving. Your doggie-sister, Lily, misses you…I can tell. Our house is too quiet with out you. I know we did what was best for you, but I am still heart broken. Colby is heart broken, too. You’ll always be in my heart, my little baby-puppy dog. I love you.
Your mourning mama,
Julia