Sweet dog who belonged to our former PM. We spent a lot of time pet-sitting her when they went away over the years and always loved on her, and played with her when we went over to chat with them. She's been ill for months, but they just couldn't let go. Kidney failure mostly. Spent hundreds (or maybe thousands) on vet visits, hospital stays, tests, syringe feeding etc. just to keep her going. I understand, I really do. However, I am relieved that she is no longer in pain. They are heartbroken.
Her mommy sent me a text message that she had gotten bad and was waiting for her husband to get there from work so they could take her in. I went right over to wait with her and had some last pats and sweet words for Keeta. When I looked her in the eyes, I knew. I told her goodbye when they left.
So, that's two of their pets that we loved and who are now gone.
Only one cat left. Hobbes. He's going to be at loose ends for a while. I'll have to go over and give him some special attention. The three of them were always like our adopted pet family.