Jack

Another sad announcement. Our 2012 Alumnus Jack, has crossed to the Rainbow Bridge.  His mom Mason sent us his story…
 
Jack’s story starts as a traveling man.  After running away from home, he ended up in Kentucky where he was caught and scanned.  His family in NC was notified however did not want him back as he was already replaced.  He then shifted over to Birmingham to reside with his foster parents, Heather and Chris.  At the time, I was looking for a GSP as a surprise for my husband.  He loved the breed, and I wanted a dog.  After applying and completing a zoom meeting in 2012, we were chosen to be his family!  Of course, the day we scheduled to pick him up in Boone he decided to pick up a scent and travel once again from his home (typical GSP).  Fortunately, a neighbor found and returned him.  He was the perfect Christmas gift! 
 
Jack was unlike most GSPs, always wanting to sleep and just porch sit even at a young age of 2.  He showed us many tricks like scaling our chain link fence and flipping any handle that wasn’t locked.  I distinctly remember dropping him at doggie daycare one day and the staff members yelling “Jack is here! Please check the gates to see if they are locked.”  He loved his people and loved other dogs more. I was lucky to have a few days with him last week leading up to his departure.  He will be terribly missed by all and especially his sister, Willow (SEGSP rescue).  Time will heal and we will continue to look for him in the upcoming fall days (his favorite season). 
 
 Oh JackJack, I will love you for eternity!!! - Mom
 
“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal; love leaves a memory no one can steal."