The Peanut Pet Shelter & Kennel - In Playa del Carmen! - Page 113

maureena5 · 10-29-2007

Hi Andy,

Thank you for your kind words. My greatest wish is that all of your pups have the opportunity for a good life....life Max had.

Thanks for sending the sponsorship message request to Libby. She knows Max well...she & John "dog sat" for our boys last winter for a few days.

Here's Max's story......

In Memory of our Wonderful Max
Hi All,

We said a sad, but peaceful goodbye to our Max this morning. Max was an incredible dog. He spent the first eight years of his life as the "company dog" at my husband's stone fabricating company. He spent his days romping the many acres of woods, fields & swamps (he loved the swamp) and swimming in the pond. Max would go exploring for 2 to 3 hours each morning & then return for his dog chow. He loved hanging out with the workmen (they loved him, it's a very sad day at the company today). He greeted customers & many times he spent his afternoons sleeping in my brother's van. He loved cars even when they were not moving. He had a nice, clean, large indoor/outdoor pen with heat. Max retired as the "company dog" at 8 years & came to live in our home. He visited the company often & the first thing he'd do is run to his pen to be let in. Then of course it was to the swamp!!

Max was also the most incredible bird dog (pheasant). He was so phenomenal that my husband's hunting buddies would borrow him to go hunting. We took Max on his final visit to the hunting fields of Iowa this weekend. He was too frail to hunt, but he sure enjoyed the scenery....especially the smells & staying in the dumpy (dogs allowed) motel room.

Max lived we us for the last six years at our house. He got a baby brother, Augie 4 years ago. Max is truly a saint.....for putting up with crazy Augie as a pup & still today as a vivacious lab.....and yet, they became the best of buddies....sleeping together using each other as pillows....chasing each other around the yard...playing tug a war....many happy days!! I always called Max my little "gentleman dog" because that's just how he was....very sweet, gentle and always eager to please. Any Playa folks who met Max will surely agree! We are so lucky to have had this sweet, gentle angel in our life.

tvlbabe423 · 10-29-2007

Gosh Maureen - I'm all teary eyed reading that! Max was a lucky lucky dog to have spent his life with such a wonderful family. Thank you for sharing the story. I'm sad for you but also very happy knowing Max lived such a great carefree life...
BIG HUG!!!

Marissa

karona · 10-29-2007

How beautiful Maureen.. Max was a lucky dog who had a wonderful life!!! Thanks for sharing his story. I am really sorry for your loss.

himynameisjan · 10-29-2007

Maureen-

How terribly hard this decision must have been for you. It's one we have had to make too many times and I know it hurts. Please take comfort in knowing that you gave Max the gift of your love and caring for all of his life. He was lucky to have you and I'm sure he returned the gift of love to you tenfold.

Anna Tortuga · 10-29-2007

just read the PM that Jen sent me regarding Kylies death....i'm so sad, but what makes me feel better is to know that she was loved, much loved, and cared for by Andy and Jen in her last weeks of her short life. They remind me so much of the Sisters of Mother Teresa, my HERO, who spent all their love to be there for the unloved, and unwanted, and unfortunate, to give them hope and love for the last days of their lives. You are my second heroes. Little Kylie, I found you, and gave you to the two most wonderful people, and I know they gave you what you never had felt before, all the caring and love that all beings should have from the start of their lives. Wherever you are, look back on Andy and Jens house, and the happy moments spent with them, and all your doggy griends. We will not forgive you, you will not remain unloved and uncared for, never again. Rest well.

**Susie Q Roo** · 10-29-2007

What a sweet and beautiful dog, Maureen! I miss him and I never even knew him.

You can just see that he was full of love and so eager to please. I know how much you'll miss his sweet personality. Okay... I gotta go dry my eyes now.

maureena5 · 10-29-2007

Oh Anna.......I am so sorry to hear about dear Kylie!

You did such a good thing rescueing her & getting her to the Shelter. She was rescued from a harsh, painful life. Comfort yourself with the good memories of the love & attention she received by Andy & Jen in her final days (like you I also think of saints.....St. Francis...in fact).

Sorry Andy & Jen...I know another loss is heartbreaking. For what it's worth, I'd like to think that Kylie is full of good health & energy & romping & playing with Max today. (Ironically.....I had a "toss up" over who to sponsor today....Kylie or Jessie??) I chose Jessie without knowing about Kylie. Apparently, it was her time & she was needed elsewhere.

Take care, Maureen

Anna Tortuga · 10-29-2007

Maureen, my heart is with you. I'm sure Max had th best life he could have wished for...kiss, anna

ANDY&JEN · 10-29-2007

Little Kylie came to us with a large lump behind her eye, it turns out this was probably a tumor, it seemed to go down but in fact just spread and in the end was giving her pain and she was having fits, i thought it only fair to tell Anna privately first as she was the one who found the poor little girl.,
She was put gently to sleep and is no longer in pain

Anna Tortuga · 10-29-2007

Thank you again for all you do, every day and with so much love, and for having done all that was possible for her. Thank you for ending her pain. Kiss, as always.

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Originally Posted by ANDY&JEN

Little Kylie came to us with a large lump behind her eye, it turns out this was probably a tumor, it seemed to go down but in fact just spread and in the end was giving her pain and she was having fits, i thought it only fair to tell Anna privately first as she was the one who found the poor little girl.,
She was put gently to sleep and is no longer in pain

raquelle261 · 10-29-2007

Oh Maureen. I am so sad for you for losing Max, but so happy he had you and the wonderful life he was obviously able to have with you. Bless you. Hugs and kisses for you.

And words can't even get to where I am feeling this last week with all the terribly sad news from the shelter. This is heartbreaking. Embarrassing as it is to admit this out loud: you know, stupid old me here, miles away from the action and the love and hard work that actually goes on, cried buckets the night she heard Spot and Jamie had been properly adopted - tears not just of joy but of sadness that she would never now in the end meet them. And this is being miles away and completely detached from it all. Losing Max must be absolutely tearing you apart Maureen. And how on earth do Andy and Jen do this day in day out, facing losing so many of them? It just breaks my stupid stupid heart. Sorry for being so silly.

Shamrock0421 · 10-29-2007

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Originally Posted by Anna Tortuga

just read the PM that Jen sent me regarding Kylies death....i'm so sad, but what makes me feel better is to know that she was loved, much loved, and cared for by Andy and Jen in her last weeks of her short life. They remind me so much of the Sisters of Mother Teresa, my HERO, who spent all their love to be there for the unloved, and unwanted, and unfortunate, to give them hope and love for the last days of their lives. You are my second heroes. Little Kylie, I found you, and gave you to the two most wonderful people, and I know they gave you what you never had felt before, all the caring and love that all beings should have from the start of their lives. Wherever you are, look back on Andy and Jens house, and the happy moments spent with them, and all your doggy griends. We will not forgive you, you will not remain unloved and uncared for, never again. Rest well.

Oh Anna....what beautiful things you just wrote.

Shamrock0421 · 10-29-2007

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Originally Posted by maureena5

Oh Anna.......I am so sorry to hear about dear Kylie!

You did such a good thing rescueing her & getting her to the Shelter. She was rescued from a harsh, painful life. Comfort yourself with the good memories of the love & attention she received by Andy & Jen in her final days (like you I also think of saints.....St. Francis...in fact).

Sorry Andy & Jen...I know another loss is heartbreaking. For what it's worth, I'd like to think that Kylie is full of good health & energy & romping & playing with Max today. (Ironically.....I had a "toss up" over who to sponsor today....Kylie or Jessie??) I chose Jessie without knowing about Kylie. Apparently, it was her time & she was needed elsewhere.

Take care, Maureen

Teary when I saw the news about Kylie. She was special.
Crying when I read the post from Anna.
Kind of sobbing now. But happy that Kylie and Max are together.

Shamrock0421 · 10-29-2007

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Originally Posted by raquelle261

Sorry for being so silly.

You're not silly.
Not at all.
I PM'd Maureen on Thursday evening, I believe, and I was crying so hard I couldn't see my computer screen.
I joke about what an emotional trainwreck I am. But - I think it's okay. I think, after 40 years, it's just who I am. And I'm fine with it. It's not such a bad thing to be.
Don't be sorry.

Sol · 10-29-2007

Dear Maureen,
Thank you very much for posting Max's story and pictures of him. This is such a beautiful tribute to handsome Max. It is so difficult to say goodbye to our beloved pets, but as I mentioned before, I admire you so much for making his last days so special. Rest in peace, sweet Max.
(((hugs)))
Alicia

10-29-2007	#1684 (permalink)
himynameisjan añejo Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Mankato, Minnesota Posts: 1,561	Maureen- How terribly hard this decision must have been for you. It's one we have had to make too many times and I know it hurts. Please take comfort in knowing that you gave Max the gift of your love and caring for all of his life. He was lucky to have you and I'm sure he returned the gift of love to you tenfold. Last edited by himynameisjan; 10-29-2007 at 06:11 PM..

10-29-2007	#1695 (permalink)
Sol Chupacabras Whisperer Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: The Gem State Posts: 10,990	Thank you Maureen Dear Maureen, Thank you very much for posting Max's story and pictures of him. This is such a beautiful tribute to handsome Max. It is so difficult to say goodbye to our beloved pets, but as I mentioned before, I admire you so much for making his last days so special. Rest in peace, sweet Max. (((hugs))) Alicia

10-29-2007	#1681 (permalink)
maureena5 life=playa Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Playa del Carmen & Chicago Posts: 781	Hi Andy, Thank you for your kind words. My greatest wish is that all of your pups have the opportunity for a good life....life Max had. Thanks for sending the sponsorship message request to Libby. She knows Max well...she & John "dog sat" for our boys last winter for a few days. Here's Max's story...... In Memory of our Wonderful Max Hi All, We said a sad, but peaceful goodbye to our Max this morning. Max was an incredible dog. He spent the first eight years of his life as the "company dog" at my husband's stone fabricating company. He spent his days romping the many acres of woods, fields & swamps (he loved the swamp) and swimming in the pond. Max would go exploring for 2 to 3 hours each morning & then return for his dog chow. He loved hanging out with the workmen (they loved him, it's a very sad day at the company today). He greeted customers & many times he spent his afternoons sleeping in my brother's van. He loved cars even when they were not moving. He had a nice, clean, large indoor/outdoor pen with heat. Max retired as the "company dog" at 8 years & came to live in our home. He visited the company often & the first thing he'd do is run to his pen to be let in. Then of course it was to the swamp!! Max was also the most incredible bird dog (pheasant). He was so phenomenal that my husband's hunting buddies would borrow him to go hunting. We took Max on his final visit to the hunting fields of Iowa this weekend. He was too frail to hunt, but he sure enjoyed the scenery....especially the smells & staying in the dumpy (dogs allowed) motel room. Max lived we us for the last six years at our house. He got a baby brother, Augie 4 years ago. Max is truly a saint.....for putting up with crazy Augie as a pup & still today as a vivacious lab.....and yet, they became the best of buddies....sleeping together using each other as pillows....chasing each other around the yard...playing tug a war....many happy days!! I always called Max my little "gentleman dog" because that's just how he was....very sweet, gentle and always eager to please. Any Playa folks who met Max will surely agree! We are so lucky to have had this sweet, gentle angel in our life.

10-29-2007	#1682 (permalink)
tvlbabe423 life=playa Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: close to the beach in Playa Posts: 665	Gosh Maureen - I'm all teary eyed reading that! Max was a lucky lucky dog to have spent his life with such a wonderful family. Thank you for sharing the story. I'm sad for you but also very happy knowing Max lived such a great carefree life... BIG HUG!!! Marissa

10-29-2007	#1683 (permalink)
karona way into it Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: victoria bc Posts: 216	How beautiful Maureen.. Max was a lucky dog who had a wonderful life!!! Thanks for sharing his story. I am really sorry for your loss.

10-29-2007	#1685 (permalink)
Anna Tortuga añejo Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: playa del carmen...urgh Posts: 4,393	just read the PM that Jen sent me regarding Kylies death....i'm so sad, but what makes me feel better is to know that she was loved, much loved, and cared for by Andy and Jen in her last weeks of her short life. They remind me so much of the Sisters of Mother Teresa, my HERO, who spent all their love to be there for the unloved, and unwanted, and unfortunate, to give them hope and love for the last days of their lives. You are my second heroes. Little Kylie, I found you, and gave you to the two most wonderful people, and I know they gave you what you never had felt before, all the caring and love that all beings should have from the start of their lives. Wherever you are, look back on Andy and Jens house, and the happy moments spent with them, and all your doggy griends. We will not forgive you, you will not remain unloved and uncared for, never again. Rest well.

10-29-2007	#1686 (permalink)
Susie Q Roo paradisiac Join Date: May 2003 Location: Q Roo Posts: 11,920	What a sweet and beautiful dog, Maureen! I miss him and I never even knew him. You can just see that he was full of love and so eager to please. I know how much you'll miss his sweet personality. Okay... I gotta go dry my eyes now.

10-29-2007	#1687 (permalink)
maureena5 life=playa Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Playa del Carmen & Chicago Posts: 781	Oh Anna.......I am so sorry to hear about dear Kylie! You did such a good thing rescueing her & getting her to the Shelter. She was rescued from a harsh, painful life. Comfort yourself with the good memories of the love & attention she received by Andy & Jen in her final days (like you I also think of saints.....St. Francis...in fact). Sorry Andy & Jen...I know another loss is heartbreaking. For what it's worth, I'd like to think that Kylie is full of good health & energy & romping & playing with Max today. (Ironically.....I had a "toss up" over who to sponsor today....Kylie or Jessie??) I chose Jessie without knowing about Kylie. Apparently, it was her time & she was needed elsewhere. Take care, Maureen

10-29-2007	#1688 (permalink)
Anna Tortuga añejo Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: playa del carmen...urgh Posts: 4,393	Maureen, my heart is with you. I'm sure Max had th best life he could have wished for...kiss, anna

10-29-2007	#1689 (permalink)
ANDY&JEN añejo Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: In the midst of chaos Posts: 3,487	Little Kylie came to us with a large lump behind her eye, it turns out this was probably a tumor, it seemed to go down but in fact just spread and in the end was giving her pain and she was having fits, i thought it only fair to tell Anna privately first as she was the one who found the poor little girl., She was put gently to sleep and is no longer in pain

10-29-2007	#1691 (permalink)
raquelle261 añejo Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Hull, UK Posts: 1,702	Oh Maureen. I am so sad for you for losing Max, but so happy he had you and the wonderful life he was obviously able to have with you. Bless you. Hugs and kisses for you. And words can't even get to where I am feeling this last week with all the terribly sad news from the shelter. This is heartbreaking. Embarrassing as it is to admit this out loud: you know, stupid old me here, miles away from the action and the love and hard work that actually goes on, cried buckets the night she heard Spot and Jamie had been properly adopted - tears not just of joy but of sadness that she would never now in the end meet them. And this is being miles away and completely detached from it all. Losing Max must be absolutely tearing you apart Maureen. And how on earth do Andy and Jen do this day in day out, facing losing so many of them? It just breaks my stupid stupid heart. Sorry for being so silly.

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