Many of you know about our cute little schnauzer. But this post is about one of the sweetest, friendliest pups that ever lived.
Scotty
From the animal orphanage
Our Scotty was a mixed breed (we were told part lab – part terrier, but who knows) who came from the Animal Orphanage. Just a round ball of fur.
And he grew…
This is the picture that convinced us he needed a groomer!
This sweet dog grew into a 90 plus pound lap dog…
that everyone loved. He was frequently found lying in the front yard to greet each person that walked by. Even strangers had a “Hello, Scotty!” as they passed by. Some even chose the route just so they could visit with him.After a bout with Lyme’s Disease, he suffered from joint pain especially in his front paws. Daily aspirin regiment helped for a long time but then it was on to Rimadyl. Later we covered all bare floors with rugs so he wouldn’t slip. Time and again we were confronted with the decision about the pain he was having and his quality of life. We talked with the vet. We waited. One day we woke up and his front paws were so swollen. We knew.
Here is Scotty with us on the day of our daughters’ wedding in June 2002, just four days before he died. He kind of moseyed over to be in the photo. What a great 13 and a half years we enjoyed with him!My brother in law said it best. “Scotty is the kind of dog you get once in a lifetime!”
Oh, that is such a sweet post. There seems to be dog theme going on with Show and Tell today, the link before yours was also a dog post. I love dogs!!!
Now Scotty will be waiting at the rainbow bridge for his loving family. I too have many beloved pets waiting for me. What a nice post to honor Scotty! Joan @Americana By Candlelight
Wow he got really big but he sure was a cute one. I know how heartbreaking it can be to see them in pain but not wanting to let them go, I went through that with 2 chocolate labs.
Awwww what a lovely pictorial story! I know you missed him for a long time. Do you have a new puppy now?
What a sweet tribute to a wonderful friend. He was quite handsome. Your BIL is right. I once had a special dog but unfortunately we only had 5 years together. Although I have had other dogs and have loved each one dearly, I have not had that special bond that was unique to Walker and I with any of them.
~ Tracy
What a nice post in Scotty's memory. Thanks for sharing.
Wow he was beautiful I had no idea they got that big. I also posted about Wyatt today ehehehe Great minds think alike ~Love Heather
What a sweet post about a precious pet. I love the lap dog photo!! : )
It's amazing how much a part of the family our pets become.
A very beautiful tribute to Scotty. He looked like a beautiful dog.
Best wishes, Natasha.
Awww…..cute pup!
Adorable lap dog LOL!!~ Scotty looks like he is very happy and content! Thanks for sharing, I just hosted my first meme this would have been perfect as well! Mine is fun foto Friday! I just opened the link…..:)
I loved this…looks so much like my Gus only much larger. Gus WAS suppose to be a miniature and turned out to be a Standard. Scotty must be a GIANT..LOL. He is so handsome in that wedding pic! I'm sure you treasure that photo for many reasons.
Raider..is one CUTE Schnauzer! Whatta face!
Thanks for sharing about Scotty…I just think Schnauzers have wonderful..personable..personalities that make each one unique.
Blessings..
HOPE
Oh my! Scotty got "really" big. Was he a Schnauzer mix? My Fritz is going on 12 years and he has really slowed down a lot. He has been part of our family since he was 6 weeks old. Can't imagine my house without him.
Hugs,
tara