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Jack 09-222-D

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On August 39, 2009, we adopted Jack (previously known as Dusty) through NASAP.   The poor little guy had been badly meglected and then dumped off in the country, left to die.  I read his story on the NASAP website and just knew that we had to give him a  home.
At first, he was very wobbly and quiet, still recovering from the major dental surgery he'd had.  Gradually, as he started to gain weight and become stronger, his feisty personality came through.  He became a Milk Bone junkie!  Lots of times he would try to get away with  not eating his "real" meal and just beg for Milk Bones.  He was a fussy eater - we had to change his diet lots of times as he would quickly tire of one food and we would have to keep trying things to find whatever struck his fancy at that moment!
He loved to go for walks, but the distance he could comfortably go got shorter and shorter and the last month or so, he was just as content to stay at home and fall asleep on the couch.  He was so funny - as soon as he walked outside the door, he started peeing right on the driveway - never lifting a leg, just letting it go!  He had a laundry list of medical issues and I think our vet has been able to add on to his house with what we spent on him, but it was worth it to us to keep trying to improve his life.  We would let him out on the deck to pee and then he would run back into the house and spin around in the kitchen, barking and wagging his tail and, of course, looking up at the Milk Bone jar!  He followed me all around the house and as soon as I sat down, he would jump up on the couch to cuddle next to me, or sometimes, wag one little paw at me to get me to lift him up.  Sometimes he would sleep through the night in his bed, but more often than not, would paw at the side of the bed, wanting to come up and sleep with (which command we of course obeyed).
During the early morning hours of May 7, 2010, we awoke with a start to a terrible, almost screaming, sound to discover Jack having a seizure.  I held him for the rest of the night, his heart recing, his breathing terribly ragged and raspy.  We took him to the vet as soon as their office opened.  The vet thought that the signs pointed to a brain tumour.  I had tears streaming down my face throughout this whole time.  We made the very difficult and painful decision to end his suffering.  We held him and told him how much we loved him and what a good boy he was until he was gone.
I am amazed that such a little dog could leave such a big hole in my heart!  Jack, go for a big run across the grass, again being able to see and hear clearly, with no pain.  We'll meet up with you again someday, and we'll bring you some Milk Bones.
Elaine and Steve

Breed : Shih Tzu cross



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Nala 01-001-Da

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It is with a very sad heart that I write to tell you of the passing Nala.  We adopted 5-yr old Nala in December 2005 as a companion for our other lab, Mr. Copper.  They were instantly best friends.  Our "Happy Tail" written in 2006 is still on page 47.  Nala was a friendly, intelligent and sociable girl who was loved by all who met her.  "Bear Bear" is what the neighbours nicknamed her because of her size and strength, but in truth, she was a cuddly, loving teddy bear.  She loved car rides, and we would often take Nala and Mr. Copper to the mountains for days filled with hiking, swimming and the occasional squirrel chase.  In October 2007, we adopted an 8-week old Viszla puppy named Bender and Nala lovingly accepted him like he was her very own pup.
In December 2008, Nala was diagnosed with a terrible disease - Insulin dependent Diabetes.  Even though she became physically weak and blind from the bi-lateral cataracts she developed, she was brave and loving and enjoyed her life in our home.  When her best friend and companion Mr. Copper passed away suddenly on December 22, 2009 Nala began refusing food and water which caused her diabetes to go out of control.  20-days later on January 11, 2010 Nala decided that she was tired of fighting.  With her youngest buddy Bender cuddled up beside her, Nala laid down on her bed in our living room for her final rest.  We hugged her, kissed her furry head and told her we loved her as she took her final breaths.  She passed quietly surrounded by so much love.
To the family who made the difficult choice to give her up to NASAP, I want you to know that she was deeply loved by many people in our extended family and will be greatly missed by all.  Thanks to NASAP for all the hard work you do, and an especially big thank you for allowing us to bring this wonderful girl into our lives.  We miss you so much - our time together was too short.  Rest in peace Sweetheart.
Sincerely,
Norine, Chris & RJ

Age : 10 years
Breed : Labrador Retreiver



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Wilbur 08-138-C

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Wilbur was a striking classic tabby that came to NASAP from Black Gold Pound as a very young kitten.  Shortly after intake, he tested positive for the Feline Leukemia virus and he was made permanent care within NASAP. Wilbur spent the next year and a half in loving foster homes and the past several months in a wonderful spot with another FeLV postitive permanent care kitten named Pearl. Wilbur was very affectionate, playful and gentle. We are happy that we found Wilbur and were able to give him a loving home and all necessary vet care for his short life. Thank you very much to his two foster homes/parents, Les and Chris, who took such good care of him and loved him very much. Wilbur was humanely euthanized on February 3, 2010 due to complications from Feline leukemia. 
 
Wilbur's life was cut short needlessly by a terrible infectious disease that can be prevented with regular, routine vaccinations. His sad case illustrates the importance of fully vaccinating all cats that spend time outdoors and that are exposed to other cats.   

Age : 1.5 years
Breed : Brown tabby



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Devon 00-0006-D

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On October 19, 2009, our dear dog Devon passed away quietly in my arms with his Daddy and I petting him, telling him how much we loved him and what a good boy he was.
 
Devon was our gentle giant.  Although he was such a large dog, he had a gentle heart and just loved children and they loved him right back.  He was always first to the door to greet us, always beating out his buddy Fudge by a couple feet.  He was a wonderful, lifelong companion to our other dog Fudge.  One thing I miss the most is that, when I fell, Devon would come racing to my side and stand braced so that I could put my hand on his strong shoulders to help myself up.  I always knew I was safe with my gentle giant at my side.  Sean my husband misses throwing the stick into the Dam for Devon to swim out and retrieve and Devon's joy when he knew Sean was bringing the truck and trailer ready to go camping.  Everything Devon did, he did with his whole heart.  He loved us with every fiber of his being and we loved him the same.
 
We will always remember you Devon, our giant with the gentle heart.

Breed : unknown



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Jenna 03-000-O

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January 1, 1994 - November 12, 2009.  It is with very sad hearts that we announce the passing of our wonderful dog Jenna.  We adopted Jenna from Nasap in 2003 and she has been a great addition to our family since that day.  We thank Nasap for allowing us to adopt Jenna.  We thank Jenna's previous family for bringing up such a great dog.  We want them to know that she was loved and taken care of until the day she died and she will be mourned and in our hearts forever.
 
Jenna, I know you have crossed the Rainbow bridge and are now ruuning free in fields of flowers.  We will miss you forever and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts for being the great, awesome campanion you were for the last six years.  Rest in peace my Jenna Wenna Bear.   
 

Age : 15 years
Breed : unknown



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