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Patti Died Tonight

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Our beautiful blind girl Patti died tonight, just a few minutes before 7 p.m. She passed away here at home peacefully, lying on a big soft fleece bed in the dog room, covered with a fleece blanket. It was three weeks since she was diagnosed with hemangiosarcoma. She was one of our stars, a favorite of volunteers, employees, visitors and media over the years. Only four dogs have been with us as long as Patti — Widget, Goldie, Cedar and Libby. So she was a fixture not only of the sanctuary, but of our hearts as well.

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  1. Kylie Avatar
    Kylie

    oh Patti, you will be so greatly missed.
    rest in paradise sweet girl.

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  2. Kathie Taylor Avatar
    Kathie Taylor

    There are no words to say how sorry I am for your loss.

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  3. Kelli Caputo Avatar
    Kelli Caputo

    She looked like a real sweet girl. Thank you for keeping her so happy over the years – they are all the better for it! Someone once told me that a pet knowing they were loved was the best gift we could give when they pass.

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  4. Vicki Small Avatar
    Vicki Small

    I am so, so sorry. She was a beautiful girl, and I know you would give anything to see her playing, again. Thank you so much for the lives and the home you give to the animals most people would just shove aside. Some of us know better, but so few can do what you guys have done. Blessings to you both, and hold each other tight!

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  5. Tamara Avatar
    Tamara

    R.I.P Sweet Girl

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  6. Karen Boucher Avatar
    Karen Boucher

    I don’t know you or Patty, but I know how sad I feel reading this,
    and reading Patty’s story. Sad, of course, for her life before you entered it. I feel so much better just knowing people like you exist and are there to help the Patty’s of the world. I know she is at peace tonight and truly looking down with love at those who saved her.

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  7. Rainy Newland Avatar
    Rainy Newland

    I’m so sorry for your loss. It warms my heart that you took Patti into your family and loved her. She is at peace now at the bridge and her sight has been restored! You will see her again some day, she will greet you when you get to heaven. RIP Patti

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  8. Kenna Avatar
    Kenna

    I”m so sorry for your loss. Such a beautiful girl.
    I lost my old guy today – almost 17yo cat. Went on his own. Wish I’d been here with him as I was there when he was born, but he knew he was loved, and I take peace in that.

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  9. Cindi I Avatar
    Cindi I

    I am so very sorry for your loss! It’s never easy, is it? Patti had a wonderful life with you and it sounds like she had a beautiful and peaceful passing with you as well.

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  10. Janet Avatar
    Janet

    Although I did not “know” Patti as well as some longer-time devotees of RDF I feel your loss deeply. You gave her the best possible life this sweet girl could want. Hugs to all.

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  11. Karen A Avatar
    Karen A

    So sorry for your loss. You gave her such a wonderful and full life. Hoping you find comfort in the many beautiful memories that you have of her.

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  12. Glenda Avatar
    Glenda

    Crying, heart broken, with you~
    Thanks for loving and sharing this precious heart stealer!

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  13. Cassie Betz Avatar
    Cassie Betz

    Steve, I am SO sorry to hear this news about Patti! What a lover she was, and definitely one of my favorites. She had such a wonderful life with you & Alayne, and you provided her with a loving, comfortable end to her sweet life. I know you will both miss her dearly!
    Love to you all!

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  14. Heather H Avatar
    Heather H

    So sorry for your loss – my prayers are with you.

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  15. Shelli Smith Avatar
    Shelli Smith

    Steve and Alayne, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Patti. She was one of my favorites as well. A sweet gentle soul. Hugs to you.

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  16. Marianne Avatar
    Marianne

    So,so sorry for your loss.

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  17. Beth Woodard Avatar
    Beth Woodard

    Rest in Peace Patti. You passing was about the same time as my Uncle Bill. Check him out, he was great guy and I know he will love to meet such a sweet girl.

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  18. Linda Murphy Avatar
    Linda Murphy

    So Sorry….and thankful that she had such loving arms caring for her in her last days. Thank you for letting us know and God Bless you.

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  19. Lisa Avatar
    Lisa

    I’m so sorry to hear this – it’s never easy….but thank you for all you do!

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  20. Kat HatesAllstate Avatar
    Kat HatesAllstate

    Hugs and love ❤

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  21. TracyB Avatar
    TracyB

    So sorry for your loss. She will remain forever in your hearts, as well as everyone’s who has visited the sanctuary and the blog.

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  22. Gayle Long Avatar
    Gayle Long

    Im very sorry to hear this. But, she knew true love and bless you for giving her such a beautiful life.

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  23. Bob Avatar
    Bob

    She looks like such a wise old girl in her photo. I’m sure she enjoyed her last few days with you. More importantly you gave her a happy life for a long time. All she has is happy memories of RDR/RDF.

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  24. David Avatar
    David

    So sorry for your loss. RIP Patti

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  25. Troy Kechely Avatar
    Troy Kechely

    She looked like such a sweet soul. I am sorry for your loss yet glad that she spent her final time with you as I know how much love you provide to the animals.

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  26. Susan James Avatar
    Susan James

    Oh my God, I’m so sad! When I visited in September she was my absolute favorite! What a sweet girl. My tears are flowing as I write. I am greatful she had the two of you to love her until her end.
    God Bless You,
    Sue James

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  27. Tricia Taylor Avatar
    Tricia Taylor

    I’m so sorry for the loss of Patti. You are in my thoughts.

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  28. Janet in Cambridge Avatar
    Janet in Cambridge

    RIP, sweet, sweet Patti. You were a beautiful girl who got to live the life you deserved at RDF. You will be missed. Kisses on your little nose. So sad…

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  29. Leni Avatar
    Leni

    Condolences to all Patti’s companions. And thank you all for making the lives of differently abled dogs one of pleasure and love.

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  30. Morgan Avatar
    Morgan

    hugs

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  31. Daniel Kelly Avatar
    Daniel Kelly

    My sympathies for your loss. She was very lucky to have been placed in your care and have you take care of her for all the years you did. You folks do a great job of loving and caring for the animals fortunate enough to have been placed with you at your facility.

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  32. DarcC Avatar
    DarcC

    My heartfelt condolences to you all.

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  33. Betsy Avatar
    Betsy

    Thank you for giving Patti a loving home for all these years. Being able to take her back home from the vet’s after the awful news let you have time with her before you had to say goodbye. I know that she felt love and comfort from both of you every day. She has one of the sweetest faces I have ever seen on a dog. God bless you both.

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  34. Jamie Avatar
    Jamie

    Steve and Alayne…profound grief. Our sincere condolences for an unimaginable loss.

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  35. Marla from KC Avatar
    Marla from KC

    So sorry to hear about your loss…..

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  36. Ev Avatar
    Ev

    I am so sorry for your loss. What a lucky girl she was to such a loving home. RIP Patti puppy.

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  37. Judy Hartman Avatar
    Judy Hartman

    I’m so sorry to hear this. She was such a sweetheart and I know she will be missed by everyone. This must be the time of the year that a lot of our furbabies leave us. We lost our precious Meisha exactly a month ago. She was not blind but her sister is.

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  38. Joanne Standen Avatar
    Joanne Standen

    My deepest condolences! I know she was a great favourite and was so blessed to have you to care for her in her last weeks or so. She was surrounded by love and that is so important. She won’t forget that and you’ll see her again at the Rainbow Bridge – she’ll be waiting for you when you go home, all healthy and happy! Bless you for your care of all your sweet ‘friends!’ ❤

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  39. Lisa Clark Avatar
    Lisa Clark

    So sorry, Rest well Patti…

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  40. Lori Fillion Avatar
    Lori Fillion

    We’ll miss you Patti! RIP

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  41. Shirley * James/Portland, OR Avatar
    Shirley * James/Portland, OR

    We LOVE you FOREVER Patti. We will never forget your beautiful spirit of forgiveness. THANK YOU Alayne and Steve for providing a SAFE and WONDERFUL haven for Patti”cakes!”
    SO SAD!

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  42. Jennifer McRoberts Avatar
    Jennifer McRoberts

    My heart is breaking for you guys right now. I am so so sorry. HATE HATE HATE cancer!!!! I am on my way to love on Gabe more. You both saved him and he has been cancer free for over two years. Thank you for all you do. Gabey and I will pick a star out of the sky tonight and name it Patti. Lucky girl to have had you guys and lucky you guys for having her. RIP Beautiful Patti!!!

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  43. H .Wilson Avatar
    H .Wilson

    Heaven has a new angel.

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  44. Leila - Washington Avatar
    Leila – Washington

    Prayers for comfort for you both, and joy at the remembrance of all the love you shared with her.

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  45. Julie & her Three Doxies: Lucy, Annie and Brody Avatar
    Julie & her Three Doxies: Lucy, Annie and Brody

    I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of your sweet Patti. Thank you for loving her and taking such good care of her these last several years.
    ((HUGS)) to you at this sad time.

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  46. mary Avatar
    mary

    RIP sweet Patti. Peace to all as you mourn her passing…….we grieve with you.

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  47. andrea gilson Avatar
    andrea gilson

    I am so so sorry for your loss.I am certin heaven became a better place tonight with the addition of it’s newest angel!

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  48. Tj Wilson Avatar
    Tj Wilson

    So very sorry for you loss. The life and home you give to these animals is such a wonderful gift. Patti was blessed to have found you, as you were to have found her.

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  49. Lynn (in Louisiana) Avatar
    Lynn (in Louisiana)

    How heavy your hearts must feel tonight. I’m so sorry to hear this news. Thank goodness you have so many warm, loving souls to help you move onward.
    It was a pleasure to have known you, Patti. You provided lessons of forgiveness and resilience. Thank you.

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  50. Marva Felchlin Avatar
    Marva Felchlin

    Sorry, so sorry. You gave her the life she deserved!

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