Thurs 12/11 Goodbye Katie girl...

It started out as any other day, until I received the call from my sister. I can barely understand what she was saying, she was sobbing. However, I did hear that Katie died. Katie, a beautiful 11 year old white German Shepard which belonged to my mother. She has a brother , Kuma, who is 9 years old. The past couple of days my mom had been worried about Katie's arthritis acting up, since we had a cold spell. She had an appointment that same day with the vet, but she didn't want to move. Katie was a big girl, about 105 lbs or so. My mom called the vet and he advised another dose of the Rimydal once it kicked in, to get her in ASAP. That never happened, around 1:30 pm she took her last breath and went peacefully to the bridge.
I get there to help my Mom and my sister. My little nephew, Brandon, greets me at the door, "Aunt Kim, Katie is sleeping and won't wake up". All I could say to him was "Katie went to heaven". I hope at his age he understands.. so, as a family we covered her up and took to the vet. Dr Batts has taken care of her, her whole life and believed she passed due to heart failure and she didn't suffer. Her remains will be cremated.
It is always hard to lose a family member. However, we never want them to suffer. So rest in peace Katie girl. Thank you for being such a good girl and watching over my mother and keeping her company. We miss you, and so well put by Jerry's pawrents at tripawds, "Your broken body has found peace". See you at the bridge..