Originally Posted By amazedncal2 Hi, I know that many of you were kind enough to read my posts about our beloved beagle Daisy who died one year ago today. She was in the early stages of treatment for diabetes so we left her in the care of our vet while we went on a vacation to Disneyland. We got a phone call that she had escaped through a broken fence and then another phone call later that day that she had been hit by a car and was dead. I still can't describe the pain we felt. She was our baby and my heart was broken. We finished our vacation with heavy hearts and came home to an empty house that was still filled with Daisy. I was grief striken as we picked up her toys and belongings. The next day DH went to the vet to view Daisy (she was still waiting for cremation) and to collect her things. We donated everthing of hers to the local animal shelter. I couldn't have anything in the house to remind me that she was trying to get home. We were set to become a cats only home. Flash to a couple of weeks later and it's Christmas Eve (you already see where this is going) and we are waiting for our adult children to arrive home. I see our DD's car with our grandson pull into the drive and I run out to scoop him up. Our son in law unbuckles him and we have a group hug but our daughter isn't getting out of the car. I look at her and she has big tears in her eyes and she gets out of the car with a 10 week old beagle puppy with a big red ribbon around her neck. I was floored. I felt both the great love from our daughter for doing this for us and the great guilt because I really didn't want another dog, let alone a puppy. It turns out that immediatly after DD heard about Daisy (we phoned all the kids that night) she went online and found the puppy and paid for her. Then a few days before Christmas DH told her that we weren't going to get another dog for a long time, have cats only, etc, so she had spent that week with a stomach ache trying to decide whether to give us the puppy (as a surprise) or not. Flash forward to today. I still miss Daisy. I have to hold my breath when I drive near the spot where she died. No matter what, I feel great guilt that she died trying to find her way home. She was loved and she is missed. Today I'll go visit her in the backyard, her spot is marked with a Donald Duck yard statue. Later today I'll make another donation to the shelter in her name. Now we have a one year old beagle Minnie Mouse. She is my husbands dog, as Daisy was mine. DH is absolutely nuts about her. We are almost through the puppy stage, no more chewing (many shoes, sunglasses, mini blinds, a carpet, cell phone, clothing, etc were lost) and the general stuff that comes with a puppy has calmed down. We were fortunate to find a great new vet (not that the other wasn't good, just could never go there again) and a wonderful training group. Minnie has been to many classes and she is famous for being a "B-" student I can now say that I do love Minnie. I just wasn't ready for that bonding and it's taken time. A plus is our grandson (almost 3) and Minnie are crazy about each other. They don't have a dog (a cat only home, hmmm) so when he comes over he has a dog who loves to play and romp with him. "Mimi" was one of his first words Oh, and she and the cat get along really well. Daisy didn't fall for the "bait and run" anymore and Minnie falls for it every time. So, thanks for reading and thank you all again for being there for me last year. You guys are great. Nancy
Originally Posted By nevadarebel aww, What a nice update to hear. I remember reading about your loss of Daisy last year with my heart breaking. Do you have pictures of Minnie? I bet she is adorable.
Originally Posted By Lisann22 Glad to hear about Minnie. I still feel very sad for one of my childhood doggie's - Pokey, she passed in a similar situation. I'm sorry you guys had to go through that but I'm happy to see Minnie bring you joy again. ;>
Originally Posted By goodgirl This brought tears to my eyes. I am so attached to my two cats it will be hard some day when I have to deal with their passing. I'm sorry the grieving process has been difficult for you. It's a testament to the love she brought into your life.
Originally Posted By LuLu Yep, I'm sniffling here too. :') Great story, I'm so glad your home has a beloved doggie again.
Originally Posted By melekalikimaka I felt so badly last year when I told us what had happened to Daisy. It's so sweet that your daughter was so quick to try to help and so agonized over what she should do with the puppy. I'm glad that Minnie is fitting in.
Originally Posted By amazedncal2 Thank you all again for your kind words and support. nevadarebel, when my son is here during Christmas, I'll see if he can get some pictures up. It's kind of spooky because Minnie has almost the exact markings as Daisy. Classic beagle look. If someone hadn't seen us for awhile, they would assume Minnie was Daisy.
Originally Posted By smedley Thanks for the update, I remember the heart wrenching report last year, and am pleased you've got another doggie in your life now
Originally Posted By Rebekah Nancy, Your story touched my heart and I'm happy to learn that your Minnie has found her own special place in your heart. What a blessing to be surrounded by such a loving family during a very difficult time. Rebekah.
Originally Posted By DAR It's really amazing how much a dog is part of the family. My parents are taking our dog to the vet tonight to see if she's getting better. Things are looking a little better but you never know. Here's to hope.
Originally Posted By beamerdog Thanks for sharing your wonderful story. And your contribution is a great way of remembering any pet
Originally Posted By debtee ohh my gosh your story made me cry. I remember feeling so bad for you about daisy last year and I can't tell you how pleased I am to hear that little Minnie has come into your life and given you such joy! I agree with beamerdog, it's honoring your previous fur baby as it shows just what they meant to you and your family. I wish you many years of happiness with Minnie and we would love to see a pix of the little darling, if you get a chance.
Originally Posted By amazedncal2 Oh, you guys are so great. I wanted to post about Minnie for some time now but I just wasn't sure what to say. It took me time to admit that I could love another dog without being unfaithful to Daisy. Not that Minnie wasn't fun and cute and cuddled but I'm sure that the scene of DH and I standing there on Dec. 26th, when all the kids had left, and we now had a tiny puppy with no vet, no leash, no toys, no crate and a ticked off cat, was like a comic strip We were a bit stunned. As a side note our DD and her husband refused to take our check for the huge amount of $$ they paid for Minnie. No sly leaving of $$ worked. So we put the amount in Disney stock in our grandson's name We plan to do this for future grandchildren in remberence of family love. Thanks again for all your kind words and support
Originally Posted By MissCandice I didn't click on this topic at all until now, because I thought it would be sad but I am very glad I did. I am happy you have let another dog into your life.
Originally Posted By LPFan22 So nice to hear things are looking up. May you enjoy many years of joy with your newer puppy.
