 We have another heartbreaking announcement… Our 2012 alumna Harley has crossed the Rainbow Bridge. Harley Jean (originally named Dixie, then Maple) came from a breeder who bred her 3 times before she was even 2 years old and in very bad outdoor living conditions, then dumped at a shelter. Thankfully she was rescued and fostered by our longtime volunteer Lindsay who found the perfect home for Harley with the Smith family.
Her mom Susan said, “We had to say goodbye to Harley last week. We are heartbroken. She was the best girl and will be missed every day. We all thought Harley had pulled her ACL right before Thanksgiving because she was holding her leg up a little and limping. We took her to the vet and she seemed to get a little better. Our family ended up taking her on an adventure to TN and IL with us to visit all the grandparents. Harley was so happy! Then around Christmas we took her again on a road trip and she began limping again. On New Years Eve she wasn't walking, and I took her to the ER. Found out she had Bone Cancer and that it was very painful. We took her home, surrounded her with LOVE, CHEESEBURGERS, FILET, and cuddles and said our goodbyes on January 2nd. Harley came to the rescue in March of 2012. She was in a terrible situation and had just had puppies and was very nervous. We had just lost our Lab and I really wanted a GSP that I could run with. I saw her on the SEGSP website and HAD to meet her. My family drove up to Sparta that weekend and it was love at first sight. We got her home, renamed her Harley and after she healed from her last litter, I started taking her running. Harley was a natural and loved getting up early to run with me and my friends. Harley and I ran everywhere, and she was known to a lot of the running community. Our favorite run together was trails.... We could go up to 12 miles together. Harley came to us when our kids were young and tolerated the craziness that came with that. She NEVER complained about anything even at the end when she was hurting. She was happiest either running or laying on the couch between her people. In March, the beginning of Covid, we found a lump on her leg and Harley was diagnosed with Lymphoma. She fought for three years and won the battle being declared cancer free in November of 2022. Our home isn't the same without our girl, but we are doing the best we can. We still have Duke (rescued from SEGSP, formerly named Drake) and are helping him cope with his loss of Harley as well. RUN Free my sweet girl...we miss you so much!” “I can no longer see you with my eyes or touch you with my hands, but I will feel you in my heart forever.” Unknown
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 We are mourning another SEGSP Alumnus, Sampson, who crossed the rainbow bridge in November.
His family said, “It's with a heavy heart that I reach out to you today. Sampson, the incredible dog we adopted from your rescue in 2015, recently passed away on 11/14/2023. It breaks me to share this news. Sampson, at 9.5 years old, was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma last year on June 6th 2023. We embarked on a journey fighting alongside him - a surgery, chemotherapy, and unyielding hope. He amazed us with his resilience after becoming a tripod on June 23rd 2023, and showing us unwavering courage through three rounds of chemotherapy. His radiographs brought us hope until an unexpected turn led us to the toughest decision imaginable. I cannot express how much Sampson meant to us. He was more than a pet; he was family, a source of joy, and an embodiment of unconditional love. His bond with our little Evelyn was beyond words - patient, loving, and truly irreplaceable. The journey with Osteosarcoma gifted us five more months with Sampson, and for that, we're grateful. Yet, our hearts ache at the thought of the years we had hoped for but couldn't share. I wanted to share some cherished memories of Sampson with you. He lived a full, beautiful life, surrounded by love and happiness. He was, and will always be, our everything. Life is indeed unpredictable, and this loss has left an indelible void. We'll forever treasure the time we had with Sampson, his unwavering spirit, and the joy he brought into our lives. Thank you for bringing Sampson into our lives. Your dedication to these wonderful animals is truly commendable. Warm regards, Ashley, Eric and Evelyn Godwin + Winston Godwin (our other GSP)” Run free Sampson… “My love for you is a journey, starting at forever and ending at never.” Unknown  A sad announcement on a Monday morning…our 2014 alumnus Finn, formerly Vincent, has passed away. Finn and his brother Victor were pulled from a shelter in NC and had lived outside until their owner surrendered them. Both were ill and sadly, Victor didn’t make it, but Finn survived his heartworm treatment with the help of his foster family. It was a rough beginning and a huge adjustment for Finn without his brother. But his life completely changed when he was adopted by the Hubbell family.
His mom Marcy said, “Last night's sunset was proof Finn had a glorious arrival at the rainbow bridge. I know he was met by many of his friends who made the journey before him. Although I know he is no longer struggling or in pain; he will be deeply missed! Finner Chicken Dinner joined us over 10 years ago as our first German shorthair through Southeast GSP Rescue. He was a great foster brother to over 20 dogs. He was the most untrainable dog I've ever owned yet made the best adventure partner as I was never far from sight, and he had an amazing ability to know direction. He had very few needs in life, but those he had were strong: balls to chase, food to be served on time, the need to be warm and love from his mama. I know he had a ton of friends throughout his time with us and I'm thankful for all the love and support. Whole Pet Veterinary Hospital Davidson, Mountain Island and Pineville & Dr Julie the chiropractor have done a fantastic job keeping him going over the past year. I am so very thankful for the compassion and support of Dr Million, Megan and Jenna to help make Finn's journey so peaceful. Until we meet again my sweet boy, I love you.” We’ve shared so many photos of Finn in past posts and they always make us smile. He was so loved and treasured by his family, and we feel blessed to have had a small role in his journey… “The end of a journey means the start of another one.” Book of Felicity |
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