A fond farewell to Chula, she got a second chance at love....
Just got off the phone with Chula’s mom of 2 years, Judy, Chula was diagnosed with a late stage lung cancer, our sweet big girl had stopped eating or walking. So, it was time to say goodbye. Two years ago I saw a couple dropping Chula off at SFACC and was so taken with her happy smiling doggie face.
I just couldn’t imagine her getting euthanized and I knew the chance of that happening was high, due to her age and size, she was about 10 years old and weighed 90 pounds!
So I took her straight away and brought her to Muttville. While she was in the shelter she also caught the eyes of the front desk manager, who kept checking in with me about her. Well, she finally adopted Chula and Chula spent two years being spoiled rotten by Judy. Countless days romping at McLaren Park and sitting behind the desk at SFACC. Chula had a zest for life and being with all the people and dogs that she loved. She was a very lucky lady.
Chula went peacefully tonight over the bridge, I am sure she was welcomed by many playmates and green hills to run on….sweet dreams pretty angel
sherri |
01.28.10
Condolences to Judy and all who loved her. How wonderful to be loved at the end…
Julie |
01.30.10 06:18pm
How wonderful for Chula to be with Judy in her last years. Best wishes Judy – what a great life you gave Chula, a big E-hug for you!
dawgma6 |
01.31.10 01:50pm
Chula was THE BEST. Sweetest girl yet a stubborn old lady. My favorite times with her were when she would lounge in the grass and smell the sweet breezes while at McLaren park. She reminded me of Ferdinand the bull (remember that children’s story?) She always loved to meet new friends, people and pups alike.
You are greatly missed, old girl.
lots of love,
yer Aunt Anne
shermangreene |
02.03.10 03:39pm
Chula aka Chewy at the Castro Household. You will be missed by all you lovely girl. Especially, by your cousins Oso and Park. Chewy! who is going to but Park in his place know..
As someone always asked me on Sunday mornings “Is Chewy coming over”. I won’t hear that line anymore Chewy.
You are in puppy heaven know with KD running and having fun.
Take Care of yourself and keep an eye on your cousins from up there you hear.
Love
All the Castro’s
Osocastro |
02.05.10 02:34pm
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I knew Chula and she caught my eye too. I thought she was the sweetest girl, I am so glad that I knew her. My thoughts to Judy.