Am so very sorry, Alex. My tri boy Mr.T will be 12 in December. We lost our last 2 b's at ages 17 (Jenna went in her sleep), but Zak I had to have PTS as he had dementia really bad. Its never easy loosing these furkids. Kiya will live forever in your heart and memories, never to be forgotten. She is running with the wind and sunning herself in the warmth of the sun. Until you all meet again, someday. HUGS
In Memory of Kembe
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In Memory of Kembe
01/04/2006 - 10/26/2021
It’s with a heavy
heart that I write this post. Today would have been my Kembe’s 16th birthday. Sadly I had to put her down on 10/26/21 - she passed away peacefully in my arms -it was the most traumatic thing I’ve ever had to do. Thankfully my breeder, Sally , and a former colleague assisted me in the process. The situation was extremely stressful because my regular vet would not allow me to be w/ her due to Covid restrictions - so I had to search for an alternative vet that would allow me to be with her. I have waited to post about her passing because I was so devastated - (I am still processing my grief). In April of 2020 she came down with “Canine idiopathic vestibular disease” -also known as 'old dog syndrome.’ Even though she recovered from that event after 4- 5 weeks, the episode definitely took a toll on her and that was the beginning of her decline. I noticed a deterioration in her cognitive and physical abilities after her recovery. Kembe lived a fabulous life but her last several months were difficult - she was diagnosed with Canine Cognitive Disorder (doggie dementia) the last 6-9 months of her life and at the end her eye sight and hearing were also fading - (but she always knew what time it was to eat - even on the very last day of her life). She was such a wonderful basenji and an important part of our family. She brought so much joy and happiness into our lives. We love you Kembe - may you run free - your spirit and memories will live on with us forever!
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Very sad to read this. I've been down this road too many times myself and I know how deep the feelings go when you have to make that decision. Let the tears flow when they must.
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It's never easy - but you can rest assured you gave Kembe the best possible life and let her go with dignity when her time came. She was such a lucky Basenji to live out almost 16 years with your family. And you have those fabulous photos, and many others I am sure. I love the frog-dog one especially - and the little lioness !!!
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Your love for Kembe is a testament to the quality of your relationship and how well you cared for her. Her spirit will always be a whistle away. Please feel free to share your memories of her, she remains a part of our community family. {{{
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Just always remember you will carry Kembe's soul in your heart for ever. Hugs... It is never easy but you gave her a wonderful full life and let her go with dignity.
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@Kembe I love your photo tribute to Kembe. The swimsuit is priceless! Isn't it interesting that even when they've passed, they continue to entertain us with the love they shared? What a great doggie she was, and such a fantastic, good sport!
Posting pictures of Jengo after he'd passed was great therapy, for me. That and all the support that I got from this forum including you! That was so appreciated.
I hope that time will heal your heart... and maybe... down the road when you're ready... another new wet nose in the house.
I'm just laughing to myself every time I look at her in that swimsuit!
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So sorry for the loss of your family member and also that you had the extra stress of finding an alternative vet. The photos are a lovely tribute and my favourite is the one of her in the swim suit too!
