Buttercup (Calcinosis cutis) - Buttercup is now in heaven

[Dawn Anderson]

Our beloved Buttercup is in heaven, we had to let her go yesterday, major neurological crept up on her fast and we had to do stop her suffering. She gave us 3 holiday seasons and hung in for my 50th birthday, but the last couple of days were real bad, I know the tumor came back all the signs were there and there was nothing else that could be done for her. Our home and hearts are empty. The house is to quiet for us to sleep, there are no pee pee pads for me to clean up, feeling lost and as empty as her food bowl in the kitchen, cant stop crying, my brain knows that we did the right thing for her, I just wish my heart could understand .
Thank you for all your love and support for my Miss Buttercup. she will be missed by all who knew and loved her

[Joan2517]

I'm so sorry for your loss...I know how empty and quiet it feels. You spend so much time caring for them, and you are consumed with everything that has to do with them and it leaves a big hole when they leave us. It is very hard....my heart goes out to you and your family.

Joan

[judymaggie]

Dawn--my condolences to you on the loss of your precious Buttercup. Sometimes the fight is just too much and we are forced to make the toughest decision. Be gentle with yourself!

[pansywags]

Dawn, I'm so sorry for you and everyone who loved Buttercup. You two were such an inspiration to me as I went through Pansy's diagnosis two years ago.

I hope in time your memories of healthy, happy times together help you smile again.

[Squirt's Mom]

Dear Dawn,

My heart is shattered hearing this news. Our sweet Buttercup has been such an inspiration for so many here, her story bringing education and hope to others. I know she is looking over you now with the same tender devotion you always gave to her and that she will always be with you in Spirit, loving you no less as time passes. Today, thanks to your final earthly gift, Buttercup is whole again, as she was in her youth, her body and mind strong. That day is coming for us when we will get to hold our precious girls once again, covering their sweet faces with kisses long stored in our hearts.

Our deepest sympathies,
Leslie, Trinket, Brick, Sophie, Fox and all our Angels at The Bridge

When We Meet Again
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I was laying on the couch early one day
a dog was barking; from where I couldn't say
I got up from the couch and went outside
then off I went out into the countryside

I took a path thru the bushes and trees
but the sound of that bark kept nagging at me
I followed the path till I came to a river
I reached for a branch and caught a sliver

Under an oak tree I sat down to rest
I watched all the bird's fly from their nests
After a while a group of ducks waddled by
then a fox gave chase so they decided to fly

I walked down the river past a small ridge
and down in the meadow there was a bridge
Down by the bridge thru the fog
I saw what I thought was the barking dog

Like a bolt of lightning in the dark
I knew right then that was my old friend's bark
I looked thru the fog toward the bridge again
and sure enough there was my old friend

As healthy and beautiful as the day we met
I ran down thru the meadow to greet my pet
She ran thru the meadow at such a fast pace
it was like the old days when we used to race

I hugged and kissed her as she licked my face
all her sickness was gone there wasn't a trace
We were together again after such a long time
the sun was shining and all was fine

We walked toward the bridge together again
then we crossed it together me and my friend
This is the way I know it will be
when we meet again my pet and me

John Quealy

[molly muffin]

Dawn. I am so saddened to hear that the macro came back and that Buttecup passed on
As others have said Buttercup has been an inspiration to many and a valuable member of our k9cushings family since the day you found us. Many of us are sharing your tears and heart ache today upon hearing your news.
She truly brought a light and a joy to all of us who knew of her and a hope for many who are traveling the same paths.
My sincerest condolences to you and your family and friends who will all miss her so much.

[Renee]

Oh Dawn. My heart just breaks for you. Beautiful Buttercup was an inspiration for me when I first joined. She gave me such hope, especially on navigating the dreaded CC. Heaven gained a very special angel for sure. My deepest condolences.

[Harley PoMMom]

Oh Dawn,

I am so terribly sorry for your loss of dear Buttercup, and you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

With Heartfelt Sympathy, Lori

[lulusmom]

Dawn, I am so terribly sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for you and your family during this very difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Godspeed, sweet Buttercup.

((((Huge Consoling Hugs))))
Glynda

[Trish]

Hi Dawn
So sad to hear about Buttercup, what an inspirational dog and an inspirational Mom, you have given hope to so many and that is priceless. My sincere condolences today and some big hugs too x
Trish