[nagdu] Sad News

[Cathryn Bonnette]

Hi Beverly,

I just tried to call, and you aren't in presently. I too, am so very sorry
for your loss. Each of my guide dog stories is different, but saying the
last good bye never gets any easier. 
For me personally, I find that having a new younger dog is the best help.
When I had to put my last dog, Heidi, to sleep after several small strokes
amid other long term medical problems, I had already sent her to a foster
couple. They weren't doing the job I had anticipated, so I picked Heidi up
by cab, and visited our vet, Dr. Lisa Newell in Malibu, who is absolutely
wonderful. She helped me with time and guidance on all options until I
determined it was best to let go. When I came home, crying all the way, my
new guide, Abby, was waiting to play, oblivious to the sad details, and
needing my attention. For me, that helped lots.
Thinking and praying for you as you find your way.

Cathryn (& Abby)  

-----Original Message-----
From: nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf
Of Beverly Hunter
Sent: Tuesday, June 22, 2010 2:55 PM
To: nagdu at nfbnet.org
Subject: [nagdu] Sad News

I know I haven't written much to the list, but just wanted everyone to know
that Shiloh, my retired guide dog, was put down on Friday. She had that hip
and back leg problem and Friday morning she was unable to walk. When she
tried, she kept falling. She didn't want to eat, and that was very strange
for her. After taking her to the vet, we made the decision to put her down.
She was 12, and with me for 10 years. 

I feel empty now, but in time, I'm sure I will feel better. Don't know if I
will get another dog, haven't crossed that bridge yet.


Beverly Hunter, Outreach Manager
Georgia NFB-NEWSLINE(R)
The Georgia Audible Universal Access Service 

National Federation of the Blind of  Georgia
"Everyday People, Living Life Everyday"

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Decatur, Georgia 30030

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bhunter at nfbga.org



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