Dog Gone Days – Tilly
Once every so often we have a dog join our foundation, and Tilly was our dog of 2021.
Born with hydrocephalus and a ridiculously large fontanelle, she needed the extra care and medical support that the local rescues and shelters couldn’t provide, so they reached out to us. We saw multiple neurologists and advanced imaging and was told she was not a candidate for shunts that can normally be placed in these cases. That meant we had to focus on her Quality of Life every day. Every day you get to be a dog. Enjoy the sun, play with toys, be part of the pack and be loved. Tilly never learned the basics, such as being house-broken, but she did know who loved her and knew how to play.
Tilly had many adventures in her short life. From going to New York with Eggbert and me to visit family, shopping with Kim, and having her special Cat-Eared helmet made by Bionic Pets (https://bionicpets.org/products/custom-cranial-helmet), she lived life to the fullest. She went into her foster-to-adopt home with Azi, who’s mother was also battling her own medical issues, and Tilly was there as the support puppy for everyone in the home. She made life wonderful for everyone. Azi’s mother recently passed, and Tilly once again was the fur to cry into and the smile Azi needed.
Unfortunately, Tilly’s medical condition caught up with her. On August 24th, Azi held Tilly one last time at home and let her peacefully pass away surrounded by friends and family.
Thank you for the continued support with these cases. Without you, we cannot give them an enjoyable life, get the love they deserve, and a family to be a part of. Even if it’s just for a short time.