Thursday, 15 October 2009

The Eugogoly: Roxy this one's for you

I realise that most of you reading are doing so because you love fashion, but today is not about fashion. It is about Roxy so if you are not interested just log off. And if you are I am sorry it is going to be sad but it needs to be done as we can’t let her slip from our lives unmentioned, uncelebrated or unnoticed. Roxy has been Amiee’s faithful and adored companion for 5 short years but today Amiee has had to take the painful, heart wrenching decision to let her go.

For the last year Roxy has been losing the feeling in the base of her spine. She was brave and stoic and didn’t give in. Roxy had a huge love for life and her favourite thing was to run with Chester on Primrose hill. It is no small feat for a smaller than average French Bulldog to keep up with a larger than average chocolate Labrador but she did it with joy and enthusiasm until she truly wasn’t able any more. Slowly Amiee has watched her condition deteriorate until she can no longer go for her beloved walks, or control her bowels. This wonderful, beautiful dog lived her short life to the full but it was no longer fair to allow her to continue to suffer.

Roxy has spent every day in this office laying snuggled behind Amiee’s back. We will desperately miss the not so gentle snoring and less than subtle farting now that it will no longer be there. The most mellow, friendly, beautiful dog (looks a little bit like Diana Ross.-In a good way). She has been a loyal friend to Milly who will miss her and her left-overs greatly. She has been an adored sister to Chester who will be utterly bereft without her. Instead of being jealous at the arrival of Cydney, Roxy was warm, inclusive and protective with Cyd’s love for her furry sister evident as she chases her around on all fours. I truly believe that Cyd’s efforts to walk have been hindered by the fact that she believes she is a dog.

So Roxy, this one’s for you. We will miss you. So, so much.



Posted by Sara Berman at 14:37
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6 comments:

  1. Anonymous15 October 2009 at 16:16

    This has brought a tear to my eye. Well put Sara. Roxy, we will all miss the snuffling, grunting, shuffling noise that you made your own. RIP. X AliceBitchOlinsPullenVIPatTheTimes

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  2. Anonymous19 October 2009 at 11:34

    So sorry for you all. Amiee, big kiss and cuddle. x red B

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  3. Anonymous19 October 2009 at 12:06

    So sad and already so missed. Hope doggy heaven is full of bins to get her little head stuck right in. RIP little Roxy xx

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  4. Liberty London Girl19 October 2009 at 23:15

    I'm so very, very sorry for your loss. Our adored whippet Violet was run over this summer and died shortly afterwards. It's difficult to imagine life without our adored animals, who are so, so much more than just pets. Thinking of you. LLGxx

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  5. Sara Berman23 October 2009 at 13:07

    Thanks for your kind words everyone. They really mean a lot x

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  6. Jenny HP2 November 2009 at 12:57

    Totally know what you have been through as I had to take that decision with my adored golden retriever Mickey Moo when he was nearly 14 last September, it affected me deeply for weeks and I even had to consult a sleep therapist after insomnia for 6 weeks. Just remember the wonderful memories and have lots of pictures around you celebrating her life. With love Jenny HP

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