I'm finally getting caught up from my 1-2-3 slam (away for 2 weeks, immediately followed by blizzards, and that employee that stopped showing up for work) and I'm tired! I think we're back on track though. Thank you to everyone for your patience and good nature! I truly appreciate it.
Today I was thinking about dogs I haven't seen in awhile. Some are older, some in poor health. And while some may have moved out of the area, and others behind with things things like I've been, I know some of those pets have passed away.
Sometimes I'll get a card in the mail, letting me know that someone's treasured companion has died. They often thank me for being a part of their life and for taking care of them. Sometimes a picture in included as well. I always sniffle and tear up. Believe it or not, I miss them too! Sometimes I'll come in one morning and there's a message on my voice mail. In these cases, the owner always calls at night, so they can leave a message, and almost always they wait until several weeks after.
And sometimes I just never hear from the owner again. Or, not until they've gotten a new pet. This is the main reason I don't do 'time to get groomed' calls. Of course not every animal that hasn't been in awhile hasn't passed, but it just takes one "It's time to get Fluffy groomed!" call to a grieving owner...
Today I'm thinking about Chessie, Lindsay, Kirby and Casey. You were great pets, fun for me to work with and a joy for your people to own. I'm thinking about dogs I haven't seen for a long time, that I think may have gone. I hope you left our life peacefully. That you're off someplace wonderful, sunny and warm, where you can run and play and nap in comfort. Thank you for being part of our lives. Sharing our homes, our beds and always being there for us.
And thank you to their owners as well. Thank you for allowing me to take care of your pet. I hope I was able to help you enjoy them more, to keep them clean and tidy so you were able to snuggle and play more. That's my favorite part of my job!
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