Eskie Rescuers United

Cooper
I got my sweet Cooper boy from you guys almost 3 years ago. He was attacked by another dog yesterday at the elementary school and ultimately had to be put to sleep. He was my angel and he helped pull me out of the depression I was struggling with. He was so beautiful, he smelt of sunshine and he never quit smiling. Thank you for allowing me to share his short life with him......Jamie Tafoya, May 5, 2016

Snowball
We let Snowball go this afternoon. He went to the vet last week because he had 17 seizures that I know of in a week and they discovered an enlarged heart. Tried medications for heart and seizures but then he started having problems walking Sunday and Monday, in that he would lose control and fall over sideways or just collapse on the floor, plus he was still having seizures. Took him back to vet yesterday and today they called to say he has fluid around his heart. It was time to gently say goodbye. We took him in as a foster after he was at the vet to be put down for biting a two year old (owner had already paid fee and left) and gave him several years where he was loved unconditionally and spoiled rotten - but now it is his time to go although he will take a piece of several hearts (including mine with him)........Jean Jeffrey, March 4, 2016

Penney
Penney's Farewell....... "I have only just begun to realize the depth and power of the gift that is a dog. Daily I realize that someday, one of us will lose the other. Instead of being alarmed, I find myself being more grateful for the love and companionship we share. The joy of today is worth the loss of tomorrow." (Jack Nelson Steward) Penney left me today, and peacefully crossed over the bridge. It was a difficult decision to make, but it was time, and she was tired and ready to go. A wise friend told me "Better a week too early than a week too late". Penney came into my life three years ago, after the loss of Molly and Muffin three weeks apart. I was bereft, and she healed my heart. She was my first foster for Eskie Rescuers, my first foster failure, and her legacy lives on in the Eskies I have rescued since she came into my life, and the many more Eskies in need I hope to save in the future. Penney helped evolve my love of the breed into commitment and action. "Countdown Penney" will continue to live on as Eskie Rescuers' mascot for their annual online auction. She will live on in my heart forever. Good bye, sweet girl. You are loved and you will be missed every day. Thank you for every minute we shared.......Dyan and Dennis Laphan, February 24, 2016

Coco
Coco Flockton 4/12/2001-1/29/2016 Coco came to ERU in spring 2009. He was a dog rescued from being chained out in a yard, and turned in to South Myrtle Beach Humane Society. He had heartworms and bad teeth. He was treated with the fast kill method,and given a dental with many extractions. ERU got him and he was staying with Kim Stewart,until she started her summer vacation. He was then transferred to me, Cathy Flockton, to become my latest foster. He did try to bite me, as a greeting, then warmed up to me a little more as the journey continued. He wouldn't tolerate much handling, and a pedicure was his worst nightmare. He met very few people, or dogs, that he liked. But, if he did like you, he might have allowed a little pat or two! It was very apparent he could not be adopted, so he became a sponsor only dog. After the passing of my own eskimo dog, Kodi, I made Coco my boy. He loved fish, especially salmon, and enjoyed smoked salmon on top of his chow as his days became numbered. He had neurological issues, and died following a seizure episode. He will always be cherished!

Piper
Piper came to me 5 years ago, a shy, timid, little girl who had lost her puppyhood and youth to a backyard breeder. She was afraid of cars, people, sudden noises and loud voices. But she was the most loyal, sweetest adorable little cuddler who never left my side. Eventually she came out of her shell. She took a “tricks and skills” class and she learned how to fetch and jump through a hoop; she had to be taught to “find” food on the kitchen floor. I enrolled her in the K-9 Compassion course and she might have passed but she failed the “sudden loud noise” test. But that was OK…she loved her evening walks with me and the neighbors and the neighbor’s dogs. Everyone loved her. About one and a half years ago after her left leg seemed to be dragging, a veterinary visit preliminary diagnosed her with degenerative spinal deformity. The next 18 months were spent with various treatments, pills, vet visits, and massage therapy, but it was inevitable that this cruel fate would overtake her. She lost her ability to use her back legs and eventually her entire lower body was paralyzed. But she tried, so so hard, to be normal. She had to be picked up to be moved anywhere and then….. it was time to make the decision…….Rest in peace, you precious little sweetheart; you can run and jump and play now like all the other little doggies. I love you so much, wait for me, Mom