"It is said that Dogs are man's best friend, that was certainly the case with our Pug, Chewy. We bought Chewy when he was 6 years old from a single mother in Fort Worth. She said she agonized having to sell him, but that she didn't have time for him anymore and wanted a family who would pay attention and love him, we certainly did that. For 5 years we loved and adored this small wonder. He had a profound impact on the lives of not only myself but my family. It was not long until we realized that we weren't spending enough time with Chewy, so we purchased a second Pug, Nellie. Like Chewy, Nellie was 6 years old and needed a home (because her former owner passed away). Immediately the two Pugs bonded and gave us double the friendship and love.

Recently Chewy contracted a lung disorder which caused him great distress. My family and I watched as Chewy declined in health. We tried several treatments, but eventually nothing seemed to help. My wife and I decided Chewy could not continue like this, so we talked and decided it was time to let him go. I can say in my life I have made difficult decisions, but nothing is more difficult than deciding if someone, even a pet, should continue to live or die. Chewy went back to the Lord on August 8, 2007. We love him, we'll miss him, and hopefully someday we will see him in his new, well deserved home - Heaven."

Rest in Peace Old Friend,
Ronnie Stedman