Kaylee

My sweet girl. I’ve cried countless tears for you over the past few days. Even though we knew this day would come, nothing prepared us for losing you. You gave us 14 1/2 wonderful years… but no amount of time would have been long enough. We faced so many ups and downs together, and I don’t think I could have made it without you. You were always by my side, comforting me, making me laugh and bringing me so much joy… regardless of what life put you through. I know it wasn’t easy. Multiple surgeries, double knee injuries, arthritis, Cushing’s Syndrome and kidney failure. Life kept trying to push you down, but you selflessly kept pushing through. I couldn’t have asked for a more perfect dog.
There are so many things that I want to say, but I still can’t find the words. My heart is shattered. My brain hurts. It’s quiet around here now… too quiet. No obsessive water drinking or panting. No more stare downs as it approached breakfast, dinner and medicine time. I can’t believe how much I miss those things.
I’m so thankful that we got to be there with you, to hold you at the end. It hurt so much letting you go, but your pain is over now. Go be with Lexi. Play ball, run around, chase squirrels, enjoy seeing and hearing again. I will keep you in my heart forever and hold the memories tight, until I can hold you again.
I love you Kaylee. Forever and Ever.