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She had been part of a puppy mill in Missouri and when the owners realized they weren't making enough money, they walked. They left all the dogs to starve to death in their cages! Some of the puppies and dogs that survived found their way to Texas, and some to STAR (South Texas Aussie Rescue). My son and I picked her when she was 12 weeks old. Mattie (Madison #34) was the most loving and wonderful dog, she would never consider hurting a flea. When she 2 years, she was diagnosed with HD and my ambitions of Agility were dashed, but we all loved her too much to give her up. We were all just happy to have her with us.

She was 12.5 years and watching her decline over the past 18 months has been difficult. Diabetes, blindness and finally frailty...... she became weaker and I knew it was time. The vet gave her a sedative and then the serum. I told myself that I'd be strong, that wouldn't cry..........as Mattie drew her last breath I cried like a child.

RIP lovely Mattie.  Bless her little soul.
I share your pain Sitasmom.
Embrace all the good times xxx

I am so very sorry for your loss. I once had an Aussie mix. She was the queen and She was beautiful like your lovely girl.  She was luck you found each other. You gave her a wonderful life  full of love. 

I am so sorry for your loss, I have two aussies, a rescue and a foo foo girl,,they are special dogs, hugs to you all

Sitasmom,
  I know there are no words that can comfort you at this time.......Last Thursday I was standing by my nephew's side while he had to make that decision also........I know that 8 months is hardly comparable to 12.5 yrs, but the love and emotion we have for our furry family members, is the same......It was hard to try to explain to 4 children, ages 5yrs to 13yrs why he returned home without their beloved  furry sister......

You will find comfort that no words can give, when you sit back and think about all the happy times she gave you and all the times her goofy ways brought a smile to your face....Its those times that will prevent you, of thinking about the unfortunate situation you were just faced with.......

Peace be with you and your family at this time, and may you find comfort in the memories and happy times she blessed you with....Remember, she is not gone forever, but only for while till you meet again......She is waiting at the rainbow bridge for you so you can cross it together.....

Sitasmom,
I am so very sorry for your loss.
It is never easy losing a loved one and there is no shame in shedding tears for your loss.
You were strong when you made the decision to help her move to a place where she can chase butterflies in fields of flowers.
My heartfelt sympathy is with you.
Take Care,
C

It is so hard to let a special one go though.  You saved her after an awful start so you can be happy for all the great days you shared knowing what a difference you made in her life.  Hope she is running now in sunny fields,  Barb

Sooooo sorry;