Goodbye TEGRA...We Love You! (1994-2009)

Today (April 2nd, 2009) was a very difficult and sad day as we had to have our beloved friend, family member, and one hell of an awesome dog, TEGRA, put to sleep. You may recall not too long ago she got out of the yard somehow and we didn't know if we would ever see her again. Aidan never gave up, telling us "We will find her, no matter what". Aidan was right! Through the kindness of others TEGRA was returned to us. We made the most of everyday with her. Earlier this week she began to have increased difficulty walking and was in obvious pain/ discomfort. Her condition progressively worsened through the week. This was a very difficulty decision, but we could not bear to watch her suffer any longer. We all had a good cry and said our goodbyes. She was loved immensely and will be greatly missed. I have had TEGRA in my life for 15 years and she was truly an incredible dog with a special spirit. Aidan has had TEGRA around for her entire life and they were very close. Amanda has always been there for TEGRA and given her all her love....even when TEGRA ate all our MMs and then hid in the bathtub while we were living in New Mexico and had no money to buy junk food (one of our many TEGRA stories). We have several stories and memories of our sweet ol' girl. There will never be another dog like TEGRA. I don't know what else I can say except I loved my dog very much and will miss her always.
~Troy