The only way to have gratitude of experiencing a broken heart, is to know you have loved deeply.

Yesterday we had our finally hugs and puppy kisses and said goodbye to our dear husky love, Zara.

 Zara was a rescue at the age of three when she came into our lives and she was not in the best of health; her fur was thin and wiry, her skin had hot spots and she was very thin.  We gave her our unconditional love, lots of tlc and an excellent diet and exercise and within a couple months she filled out and her coat was thick, soft and luxurious.

Granted, she was not the easiest dog to love she did have a very spunky, fun personality.  Zara loved all squeaky toys, especially squeaky tennis balls and the dirtier and grungier the better in her book.  She loved playing in running water.   She was extremely vocal and loved to talk.  She also enjoyed humping large couch pillows.  Zara was a funny dog and filled the past seven years of our lives with much joy, love and happiness.

But over the past year she has been experiencing ailments and her quality life has been declining.

Making  the decision to put her at rest was by far the hardest decision my husband and I have had to make thus far.  Last night was extremely difficult.  We held her tight and were with her until the very end, departing this world peacefully.

 Our lives will most certainly be missing the ‘Zara Element’ and our hearts are broken.  We will be sure to hug our other husky love, Haydn a little tighter.

Rest in peace Zara.  You are loved.