I wrote an obit for mine during weeks before she passed from heart issues. It helped my process the inevitable. I worked on it often and loved her every day. Here is Katlin's story (posted on social media):
In 2008, I drove to Murfreesboro, TN, to meet a Corgi I later named Katlin. A Craigslist Ad stated that she was found by MTSU students on July 4th . . . frightened and running from fireworks. It also said they only wanted to find her owner. No one else need to reply.
Weeks later, a different Ad appeared. It read, “We have not found the owner of this sweet girl, so we need to find her a home. There is no fee, but the person we select must convince us that he/she will provide the forever home she deserves. If you feel you’re that person, please email and tell us why.”
So, I wrote the girls (4 college roommates who already had a dog each). A few days later, I received a call that I could meet her. There were no promises. They had already turned down two interested persons.
That night, I was welcomed inside and waited in their living room. Katlin strolled in, then came over, nudged my leg and lay down beside me. We spent a little time together. Then, I heard one girl tell the others, “I believe he is the one.”
Katlin calmly rode home with me. We bonded almost immediately. We’ve played together. Sometimes, she jumped in bed with me. We enjoyed life together. We were best friends.
Last night, she rested in my lap and slept on my bed. This morning, she got a drink of water and laid down on her favorite rug in my den. She peacefully passed at 14 years old. Kind of perfect, but still painfully sad.
I will always love you, Katlin.
PS - I got another furry friend to love within four weeks. She's resting under my desk as I write this.
