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UACHX UCDX Caracol's
Autumn Whisper, "Whisper" Am/Can Ch
Ventura's New Attitude "Jake" x October 3, 1988 - February 24, 2005
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I write with great sadness to
tell you that my beautiful, sweet Whisper departed for the Rainbow Bridge
yesterday. He brought joy and sunshine into my life every day for more than 16
years, enriching my retirement beyond description. He moved into this
house shortly after I did and it is filled with his presence. To his very
last days, Whisper was always nearby wherever I went in the house, quietly
following me from room to room or placing himself strategically in the halls
while sleeping so that he would awaken when I moved. He did not want to
miss anything.
As a youngster Whisper went horseback riding and bicycling with me. He loved to retrieve anything he could entice me to throw for him and would bound enthusiastically after his toy or ball, placing it carefully in my hand so that I would throw it again. He was great company on my frequent long journeys up and down the East Coast between Williamsburg, New Hampshire and Florida. At home he was also my stable helper. On command he would run along outside the pasture fence barking to "herd" the horses into the stable for their dinner. When they escaped into my yard at times, I would hold my breath, for Whisper would dash (unbidden) near their prancing feet to bark and herd them back to their stalls. We explored the worlds of obedience, therapy work, agility, and sheep herding together and developed a wonderful partnership in all of these endeavors. The many titles before and after Whisper's name reflect the countless hours of pleasure we spent in each other's company and are also evidence of Whisper's talent and versatility. He was always a gentleman and was always eager to learn new things. He commenced agility training at 8 years of age and competed enthusiastically until he was over 14. He started sheep herding at 10 years of age and loved it with a passion. I shall forever cherish the wonderful memories I have of my beloved little Sheltie partner and of the great times we shared. He was my very best friend and I shall miss him more than I can say. Whisper was owned by Joyce Ferguson who wrote this tribute, sister to Carol Colcord, who bred him. |
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"Cacie" This is our most precious Angel. Her name is Cacie. We had to send her to Heaven in 2002. There is nothing like a Sheltie. She gave so much love. Cacie was always at my side. My heart was so broken; we only had her for 7 short years. She had cancer and it took her life from her and us. We lost one of the most precious members of our family. I carried her in my arms with the most broken heart I have ever had to our home where my son was able to lay her in her grave. I know I will see her again in Heaven. Some dogs, like some people, wont go to Heaven, but our precious Cacie is there. She had those Darn ears but we loved them. We were able to move on and now have an almost 2 year old Sheltie (Molly) and 4 very active and precious Shelties. Our life is full again, but to never forget our Cacie.
Sherry Richards |
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Kambria Constellation
"Perry"
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Starlight, Perry, aka Kambria
Constellation, Love and cookies, |
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Sunebank The
Sundance Kid May 19, 1992 – July 19, 2005
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While many dogs have all kinds of titles
after their name,
Duncan was a dog who could have earned them all had he had the chance,
but he earned a very special title:
Duncan, Soul mate and Friend
From the time he was born, Duncan was a
special boy.
He always carried himself like a champion, and he was…
he was a champion of my heart.
He followed me everywhere;
he was the first to greet me in the morning and he was the last to say
goodnight.
When I was sad, all I had to do was reach my hand down,
and there he would be…ALWAYS!
He was everything that a best friend could
be…
loyal, understanding, caring, and steadfast.
He was the greatest example of unconditional love.
He will be missed here on Earth by his family,
but he has joined his two buddies Toby and Jack at the Bridge.
We will miss you, buddy!
Marilyn, Liz, Lori, and your buddies Zoe and Austin
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"Kody"
OTCH Rosecroft As Time Goes By Am
CDX, February 12, 1995 - September 5, 2000
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Kody was the first Sheltie to earn the CKC (Canadian Kennel Club) Herding Tested title, the first Sheltie to earn the CKC Herding Started title, and the first Sheltie to earn both the CKC and AKC (American Kennel Club) Herding Started titles. Kody qualified for NADAC (North American Dog Agility Council) Championships in 1998, 1999 and 2000, and died before he could attend the 2000 championships but, in the first two years he qualified in 11 out of 15 runs, and enjoyed ten clean runs, at these two championships. He placed in all 11 runs undertaken. Kody placed sixth in his height (regular rounds) at the 1998 Championships. He placed third in his height (tunnel rounds) at the 1998 Championships. He was on the 2nd place team in the 1998 Team Championships and was on the winning team in the 1999 Team Championships. In the American Shetland Sheepdog Association National Specialty in 1999 Kody placed first in Open Agility, First in Open Jumpers Agility, Third in Herding Started and took second for the Most Versatile Sheltie. In 2000 Kody placed fourth in Herding Started at the American Shetland Sheepdog Association National Specialty and was ranked seventh overall in the Top Herding Shelties in the USA. Kody was my first Service Dog and he accomplished sooo much (42 titles) in his short five years! He spent his last weekend at herding trials on the September long weekend in 2000 and on Tuesday he was gone. It was a very fast growing stomach cancer that was pressing on his lungs and he couldn't breathe. I'm happy to know that he enjoyed life right up to the end. Kody was a St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog, a member of K-9 Thunder Flyball/Demo Team, member of Good Guys Carting Team, and member of North York Obedience Club Demo Team. A lot of accomplishments for a five-year old dog! During Kody's short life he was owned, loved and trained |
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Jean's Bonnie Highland Lass "Lassie" April 13, 1992 - July 30, 2005
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Where have you gone?
You were here with me
Just moments ago,
Or so it seems.
I turn around
Expecting to see your face,
But not even a shadow can be found,
Only an echo
Of what was
So very long ago.
And I miss you so.
Why did you have to go?
Lassie is truly missed by our
family and it really wasn't easy to make the decision to let her go.
But it was
time, and at least now she isn't in any pain.
And, now she has been reunited
with her brother Laddie again.
Rest in peace, Lassie.
Jean
Note from Amy: Jean's tribute to Lassie's brother, Laddie, may be found here.
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