I had to say goodbye to my sweet girl Sable 2 weeks ago today. My heart is broken and I miss her so very much.
Sable was my first Foster and first female Gsd. We connected in the first 2 weeks and knew she was the one I needed to adopt. The time we spent together was so special. She had some issues that we worked on, it was amazing how quickly she overcame them one by one.
She was a quick learner and eager to please. We learned so much together. Sable loved her walks and rides to the park and hanging out in her backyard. Sable started to show signs of slowing down in early Apr..
Unfortunately in less than a month tests showed Cancer was in her spleen, liver and left hind quarter, the prognosis was very poor. I had to make the decision to take on the pain so she would not have to.
I truly believe she landed right where she was supposed to be in the remainder of her life. I am so very grateful for the time I had with such an amazing sweet dog. Sable’s GSD# is a special # to me, they are the last 3 digits of my BD.
Thank you GSRNE for bringing Sable to me, it was meant to be.

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We have been left broken-hearted with the passing of our beloved Shiloh. She brought so much joy and love into our home. As a puppy, Shiloh was neglected and mistreated until she was rescued and taken by GSRNE and placed in the loving care of her Foster Parents. In the spring of 2020, we started searching for a canine companion and came across the GSRNE website When saw Shiloh’s picture and read about her, we knew that she was the one for us. When we were introduced to her we fell in love. She was so beautiful and smart; she immediately came up to us with her ball with an eagerness to play. Shiloh was a little anxious when she first came into our home, but after a few weeks she was right at home; learning our daily routine and showing affection. We enjoyed going for long walks, playing in the backyard and sitting together in our living room or out on the patio. She loved it when our grandkids came to visit because she knew that it meant extra attention and playtime, and of course more of her favorite treats. Our home is very quiet now, but we will always hold Shiloh in our HEARTS!

We lost our beloved guide and companion the first week of the New Year. Jasmine was having some mobility issues the past couple of years and medication seemed to help. But at the end of October 2023, we noticed that she was not engaging with us as usual and her back legs were weakening. She collapsed on New Year’s Day and stopped eating. We knew that we had to make a decision soon for her.
Our hearts and home are missing the most wonderful dog. My husband is missing his favorite walking partner and her presence at his feet by his recliner. I am missing my bird feeding assistant who played daily games of pushing her kibble ball around the house. We will miss her sitting on the sofa watching for squirrels among so many endearing habits.

Lastly, we thank her foster parents for all their hard work in making her a great companion for us(and Chloe #389).And thank you to GSRNE for saving these noble and intelligent dogs.

I ONLY WANTED YOU They say memories are golden well maybe that is true. I never wanted memories, I only wanted you. A million times I needed you, a million times I cried. If love alone could have saved you you never would have died. In life I loved you dearly, In death I love you still. In my heart you hold a place no one could ever fill. If tears could build a stairway and heartache make a lane, I’d walk the path to heaven and bring you back again. Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same. But as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again. –Vicky Holder Ember, not a day goes by we don’t think of you. Gone, but NEVER forgotten!

Sweet old man Brutus was my first foster dog and stayed with me for the rest of his life. He became best friends with my younger male GSD Bogie, not something that was a foregone conclusion when Brutus arrived. Brutus had the old man grumbles when he moved around, stretched, or got belly rubs. He could spend all day rolling in the grass and sniffing the wind. He loved his slow walks, picking up sticks, and chewing tennis balls. Another favorite pastime was playing tug of war with a jolly ball and, if his wobbly legs or my tired arm would let him, he’d do it all day. If his best friend would swoop in and steal a ball, Brutus would protest loudly with high pitched yelps, but let him have it and all would be forgiven when they’d cuddle up side by side to go to sleep. Even as he became more feeble due to severe arthritis and a few episodes of pneumonia, his big personality and spunk showed through. We had a wonderful, unforgettable year together. Senior rescue dogs are truly the best and I miss him everyday. Thank you GSRNE for bringing us together.