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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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"Laddie" October 30, 1992 - July 3, 2005
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 When I first met Laddie (no other official
name, though he did have a pedigree--which I never gave a thought to), he
was shouting from within a cage in the Sonoma, California humane society. I
hadn't learned to speak sheltie yet, but he was clearly screaming "Get me
out of here! Get me out of here!" He looked me in the eyes and I could see
the soul and intelligence there; I abandoned any thoughts of adding my name
to the list for the little lab puppies in the next cage. This three-year old
boy needed a helping hand.The first thing Laddie did when he came home with me was to jump on my bed and then growl at me! I quickly figured out, though, the growl was a game, and he was saying to me, "I am used to sleeping on the bed, so don't even think of kicking me off." And he slept at my feet at night for a good part of his life.
You don't really think of how many things
you do to accommodate your pet - and love doing them - until your pet is
gone. The schedule, the walks, the feeding, the playing... laying on the
floor to be near him when I should have been sitting on the couch. And then
the medicine and the care and the trips to the vet when they get sick. And
they love you
Laddie went through many life changes with me - helping me through each - and it was the hardest thing I've ever done to go through his last life change with him, though he was clearly ready to move on. Now I have pictures of him, screen savers, even a big poster by the door so he greets us when we come home. But I will miss his smell, his feel, the trusting look in his eyes, his breath, his disgusting (just kidding, buddy) tongue on my face - and all the love he gave me. Some say there is no bond like that of a boy and his dog (no genderism intended), and I know now that is true. One picture is said to be worth a thousand words, and I hope a song to be worth at least that. I invite you to listen to this small tribute to my little friend, which I wrote and recorded shortly after he passed on:
http://www.earthshine.com/Calamusic/Laddie Boy.mp3 That is, indeed, his bark within, and it has now been heard throughout the world, from Sweden to New Zealand. I hope there is a heaven, and I hope the wind is blowing over his face as he loves it to. And I hope he's chasing deer and bluejays, and keeping the cats away from my spot in heaven so I don't sneeze when I get there. I hope to see him again someday, and I hope he will again sleep at my feet. I miss you buddy, and hope I did good by you. Thank you for everything. Scott Calamar |
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"Cody" Cody was a tri-color Sheltie who was the father of my two shelties, Angel and Dakota. Cody, I met you two years ago when I came to your house to pick out your son. I saw you run through a field in your back yard. How beautiful you were, your white mane blowing freely in the wind! I called your name, you stopped, gave me a look as if to say, "I have more important things to do than mess with the likes of you," and off you went playing with your mate and your older daughter.
You were the king of your household. You were brave and strong, always demanding
to get your way. I have two of your children. In them, I see you. Your daughter, Angel, looks just like you. Your son, Dakota, has your strong will. In the month of August, 2005, though you fought so hard to live, due to poor vet care a gall bladder infection spread through your body. You were in a lot of pain but never whimpered or cried, you brave Sheltie. Though you put up a good fight and a good vet took over your care, your body couldn't take the pain any more and you had to leave those you love to cross to Rainbow Bridge. Before you left this world, you left behind your last litter of beautiful puppies. This made it easier for the ones who loved you so to carry on without you. Cody, we miss you. You were special! Love you, Debbie. |
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May 24, 2005 Little Beau passed last night. He lived a full life, some 12 years, bringing a lot of smiles and laughter into our home. They are called by some, "A Man's BEST friend." No doubt about it: Always there to express sadness when you go... Always there to greet you when you return. When you're sad they lift you up. Discouraged? Forget it. The hope they seem to bring every time they nudge you to play, reminding us there are more important things to do in life, like playing and having a little fun. We will miss the little jingle of his name tags as he runs through the house, and his bark at the neighbor as he cranks up his lawn mower. How he loved to run with the neighbor's dog through the fence as the lawn mower roared around the yard! Consistently faithful. Another attribute that describes our little friend. Through his little life he reminded us of the words Jesus spoke when He said, "I will never leave you or forsake you." Wherever you went he was right by your side. So eager was he, to express the warmth of his love. He was unchangeable. Such attributes. The bond that was created over the years, the love we had for the little guy, reminded us of the love that we, as the body of Christ, should have for each other. During these last few days it was apparent, as we desperately petitioned the Lord for our little puppy, we could sense the desire of the Lord's heart saying how much He wished our love would be as rich towards Him for others, as it was in behalf of our Little Beau. We learned a lot from our little friend and will be the better for it, and will miss him so very much. Stan & Bonnie Hatcher |
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Amchara's Custom
Made CD, CDX, CGC June 17, 1991 - September 25, 2005
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In the autumn of your life We've had our share of
problems; I'm happy when you're smiling The years are passing swiftly, ~Marion Jones |
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To my beloved Hannah, I still recall the day when we first met. You were my first dog and I was only 11 years old. When you came home we formed a bond so strong I cannot put it into words. We became a team and were shadows of each other. You saw me through elementary, middle, and high school, and then off to college. We went to classes together, you always stole the spotlight. As the years passed you never showed your age. Even three months ago people would exclaim what a cute puppy you were, only to be surprised to find out that you were 14 years young. My baby you have my heart and I miss you so much. I hope that you know how much we loved you and how much you touched our heart. I know you felt safe as I was with you when you passed. My sweet angel. You brought much joy into my life, and I will always have you in my heart. There is nothing that comes close in words to the feeling of knowing that you have shared your soul with such a wonderful friend as you. Love, Mom and Dad |
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