[nagdu] Goodbye My Lovely

[Linda Gwizdak]

Meghan,
I've had to retire dogs early and had to return them to TSE.  Rest assured 
that the folks at TSE will do their utmost to assure Jade a great home that 
is the best one for her.  And one who will take good care of her special 
needs. Be sure to detail those special needs to TSE so they can find the 
right home for her.

Don't beat yourself up over the problems with Jade.  these things happen and 
it is nobody's fault - they just happen. Just do what is best for her best 
interests.  Dogs are not like people as far as making promises - they don't 
even know about that kind of thought. they just care that they are safe, 
loved and get all their needs met.  Sure, they miss you and get depressed 
for awhile because you can't explain things to them.  But in a loving home, 
they do come around and learn to love their new people. She may do best in a 
home where she is the only pet and the people either are retired or work 
from home.

But, rest assured that Jade will get a great home. I know it isn't easy - 
not ever - to give up a dog.  I am on dog number 8 and I've had to retire 
several early because of a problem with the dog and once when I got an 
injury where I couldn't have a dog for a year.  None of it is easy.  Just 
know that you have done the best for Jade. You show her the most love by 
providing her the envirnment that is best for her.  And your love for 
Snickers as well. He needs you to provide him with a safe and comfortable 
home.

You take care and have a peaceful mind as the pain will soon pass.  And no, 
you never forget any dog you've had.  And yes, it hurts EVERY TIME you must 
retire a dog - no matter how many you have had.  You make decisions based on 
what is best for the dog and then you have to move on.

I know your hurt and sorrow - I've been there and done that a number of 
times.

Peace to you.

Linda and Landon
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Meghan Whalen" <meghan at n-republic.net>
To: "NAGDU Mailing List,the National Association of Guide Dog Users" 
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Sent: Monday, July 13, 2009 6:25 PM
Subject: Re: [nagdu] Goodbye My Lovely


> She has been retired for over two years, and Snickers is one of my rat 
> terriers.  I'm looking for a home, but if I cannot find one, she will be 
> going back to TSE.  I have full confidence in them to keep her best 
> interest in mind, and that is what is most important to me right now.
>
> Meghan
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