RUDY

Shannon and I had been married for about 3 months when we decided to get a dog. I went to the pound and found a puppy. I had to put my name in a hat and 3 people wanted him. My name was drawn and we brought Rudy home. That was 12 years ago and we have countless memories with our dog. Camping. Playing. Chasing him. Taking him to the vet when he got deathly ill. Nursing him back to recovery. Catching kids toilet papering our house... and so much more. Today I had to take him to the vet and say goodbye. Rudy was an amazing friend and a great dog for our family. Today we both mourn the loss and celebrate the gift of a loving pet. Here's to Rudy.