In October of 2012, NWBR rescued 3 momma dogs and within short order, there were a total of 19 puppies to be cared for and prepared for adoption. Followers of the rescue fell in love with puppies and enjoyed watching them grow until they were ready for their forever families. Some followed the pups with hopes of adopting one. Such was the case for Suzette, and her family, including granddaughter, Alexyz. In December of 2012, they were thrilled to take home a pup, who was then being called Cam. She was quickly renamed Hazel and settled into her forever home and family. As a young pup, she was tiny but after being switched to a raw diet, she started to grow and flourish. Hazel was lucky enough to have 2 human children to play with and one, Alexyz, was working with her in 4H. They worked together, hiked together and played together constantly. Hazel was even in the process of being trained as a service animal and loved every opportunity to hang out with her people. In late February of 2014, Hazel began to show signs of illness, becoming bloated and uncomfortable. As a result, Hazel went to the vet but her owners couldnt have anticipated the ultimate outcome as shed been such a healthy and happy girl during her 15 months with them. Once the test results were finally returned, Hazel was diagnosed with a hereditary heart condition called cardiomyopathy. The vet explained that Hazels condition was very advanced and she was very sick, advising that she would not be able to continue long in her current condition. Suzette knew that she needed to take Hazel home to say goodbye to the rest of the family, especially young Alexyz, who spent every available moment with Hazel and was incredibly attached to her. Within a few days, Hazels condition declined to the point that her family knew they would have to let her go and on February 25th, Hazel passed peacefully having been greatly loved by her family. Anyone who has ever loved and lost a pet knows the horrible grief and pain associated with that loss. Hazels family has struggled to come to grips with the devastating and sudden loss of a previously healthy and energetic puppy, not yet 18 months old. They have gratitude for the opportunity to have loved Hazel, even for such a short time. Everyone at NWBR sends our thoughts and support to Hazels family as they process their grief and loss. Please hold your loved ones close, regardless whether fur or skin. Rest in peace and run healthy and free again, sweet Hazel. You were greatly loved and will be missed.
Posted on: Wed, 05 Mar 2014 00:30:00 +0000
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