Although a Georgia animal shelter marked her as a throwaway, Abbey was the absolute sweetest soul. Thankfully, a devoted and passionate rescue group saved her just minutes before her scheduled euthanasia. After being transported to her Virginia foster home, we met Abbey and fell in love. After she and her foster family left, we immediately submitted our adoption application. Before long, we welcomed her home. Finally, Abbey was home.
The sweet pup often hid her shyness with a smile. She never hid her excitement for sushi or for running through the wildflower gardens with her pack of four rescued rat terrier siblings. She was a bird chaser, and on the rare occasion when she did catch one, she wanted us to be proud of her brave work of protecting our home... her home. She and the gang always reminded us about their nightly 7:30 cookie. It was a favorite, so was dinner, and of course… how could you begin a brand new happy morning without breakfast? She loved big scoops of cottage cheese and neck massages… just under her chin. She also loved sitting in the big chair, directly in front of the window, and watching whatever caught her attention, and napping in her fluffy bed was always a favorite way to spend time… but never with a blanket. And with her big and radiant smile, it was easy to see that her biggest joy was being around those that she loved.
Abbey’s journey carried her across Rainbow Bridge this weekend. The day’s calm and steady rain reminded me so much of Abbey. It was calm, beautiful, and perfectly melancholy. Smile big and run free, sweet girl. Run free. No more pain. Only love.
Even with her shyness, Abbey always shared her smile.