October 5, 2006 started out
to be a gorgeous autumn day. It was the kind of day that every
dog dreams of, with cool crisp air, a light breeze, and plenty
of sunshine in a brillant blue sky. For some of us, it will
be a day to remember because of what we lost. "Lil' Bud",
beloved pet, friend & guardian to Laure & Duke, gallantly
lost his fight to cancer on this day.
Bud came to Laure & Duke 13 years ago
when they were living in Naples, Florida. It was Christmas
Eve and they were at gala with friends when one arrived with
a little puppy only about two weeks old. No bigger than your
hand, eyes still sort of closed and full of fleas. The friend
had found him in the streets being exchanged for drugs, grabbed
him and brought the tiny pup to them. And so the story begins,
from what probably would have been a cruel and violent life,
Lil' Bud would live a life to be envied in the beautiful state
of Vermont, with as many trees, shrubs and flowers that he
could pee on.
For those of you that have brought your
own dogs to Lucky Dog -- basically sampling Bud's life --
at one point or another you've probably seen this handsome
boy peering out the glass door. Did you ever wonder how Duke
& Laure knew you were there? It was because Bud announced
each car's arrival.
For those of you that spent time inside
the house, it was hard not to resist this dignified boy. With
big, soulful brown eyes Lil' Bud could make any heart melt.
He wasn't over-bearing or pushy, nor was he whiney or barky.
He was a perfect gentleman, (unless you were another male
dog!), who made his presence known simply with his stance.
Lil' Bud's favorite activities were going
for a ride in the car with Laure & Duke, swimming at the
Punch Bowl and running at the park.
Lil' Bud will always be remembered with
fondness, respect and dignity.
He will be forever missed and forever in our hearts.
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