Farewell Sweet Lu..

As I mentioned yesterday, it was a weekend of highs & lows. On Friday, we had to put Lucy down. We're crushed with the loss of such a perfect dog.


She got very sick three weeks ago and we finally got a diagnosis from the vet of an "immune system disorder". We began some medication to try and raise her platelet levels. Last Wednesday, it was clear that something was really wrong. She wouldn't get up and finally stopped eating on Friday. After the vet took another blood sample, we found out her red blood cell count was dangerously low. Something from within was attacking her. She had lost 15% of her body weight.


With very few options left, we decided to make the tough decision and put an end to her suffering.


Tanya & I got Lucy in February of 2000. She was our "little kid" until Megan came on the scene. Then Lucy fell into the "family dog" role and was simply the best. Her sweet personality and gentleness made her a joy to be around. Her companionship around the house was more of a blessing than we realized.


Megan & Zoe are doing well. They are happy that Lucy is in heaven. Megan has told us that she knows Lucy is flying right now.


So the high of a great marathon on Sunday was tempered with the loss of a friend on Friday and the fabric of our family has a spot ripped out. We miss her a ton and wish we could have her back. Nine years just wasn't enough time with such a loyal and loving dog.