Today my beautiful golden girl, Sophie, left her broken and cancer-ridden body, and flew on her new angel wings to the Rainbow Bridge. I know that her brother, Keaton, who went before her (February 9 this year), would have been very excited to see her coming. 

Sadly, we had no time to come up with a bucket list, let alone check things off. She deteriorated so quickly. She left a strong legacy, however. Couches quivered with fear when she passed by (several of them knowing the story of THE couch – the one she ATE)… shoes scurried into closets so as not to be disemboweled. She was a feared, fearless golden retriever. NOT. But I loved her. And even with our two remaining cats – my house is quiet …. too quiet. 

There are no words. Only heartache. 

Sophie's mom, Tana 

Oh I am so sorry :( 

What sad news. Hugs and warm thoughts going your way. Run free sweet Sophie!

I am so sorry to hear about Sophie, she was a beautiful girl who left this earth too soon. I wish you peace and strength.

Michelle

Oh Tana,

This definitely breaks my heart….I can't stop the tears.  I'm so sorry to hear about Sophie. She was such a beautiful and special Golden.  I so enjoyed getting to know her and you throughout our journeys together.  You can be rest assured that she's now in the great company of her brother and all of the other tripawd angels.   Sophie was such an inspiration to this website and will remain an inspiration forever.  My thoughts and prayers are with you…it's a very sad day today indeed. 

Sending you lots and lots of golden hugs.

Kami

Tana, Spirit Sophie, Spirit Keaton, and all the family,

Words fail to express just how sorry we are to hear of Sophie's passing, but we hope that you can accept our deepest sympathy at this horrible time of loss. Miss Cherry was also a front left amputee and enjoyed outings like Sophie. Sophie's face was so very expressive and her joy during the Chariot ride was so very obvious. She clearly enjoyed her life just as it was and Sophie did not feel as if there had to be a bucket-list to fully fulfil her life. You should take comfort in the love that she so clearly demonstrated and cherish her memories. At times like these I so often remind those of us left behind that you will never totally be without Sophie for the gifts that she gave you will live with you forever. I am sure that even now, the memory of that couch brings a small smile.

Hugs from Northern California and praying for the day that you will be able to remember Sophie with a smile.

Spirit Cherry's Dad – Bob

Tana,

I come and go from this site and missed a lot about Sophie.  But I just watched her Chariot video.  I sobbed and laughed.  She was adorable riding in it and hopping with her pack, but then it breaks my heart to see these videos of those that have left us.  I use a stroller for my senior bulldog Betty due to her arthritis.  They are so cute when they sit there and watch the world roll by.  I know that they are grateful for the ride so that they can still get out on the trails.  :)

My heart goes out to you, you are in my thoughts.  Turn on the tv for some white noise.  I know that "it's too quiet" feeling and it's about unbearable.

Hugs,

Dawn