Today is Tsiknopempti – the beginning of the carnival here in Greece but for us it is anything but a happy day.
Today we said goodbye to our dear Wobbly.
He came to us 7 years ago next month, unable to even stand. He could not balance or walk but we decided to give him a chance. With care and treatment he steadily improved and became one of the permanent residents with CAWG that regular visitors looked forward to seeing.
Despite his disability – he could not walk in a straight line and often fell over his own feet, Wobbly was one of the happiest dogs we have even known. Some visitors seeing him briefly thought it would be kinder to euthanize him but over the years many of our pups have found him the best companion possible, always ready to play in his good natured way.
Wobbly was always the first to greet visitors except during siesta time when he would find a shady spot, like his favourite Rosemary bush to relax in. During the summer he enjoyed the outdoor life but come colder days and you could be sure Wobbly would the first one through the door, curling up on his favourite rug by the stove.
Now there is an empty place by the stove and an even bigger space in our hearts.
Wobbly will be greatly missed by visitors, helpers and freinds (2 and 4 legged varieties) but he proved to many that even with his disabilities he enjoyed life more than many fully fit dogs – after all, animals don’t feel that they are ”different”, ”disabled” or disadvantaged”.
Please join us in celebrating the 7 wonderful years when Wobbly showed us all how to really live and what is really important in life. To Wobbly, his 7 happy and fulfilling years with us.
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Hello!
Yes, the other Wobbly, Finn, is still with us and there is a post on him going on the blog soon
See you this summer!
Dear Gaynor,
I am so sorry to hear that wobbly passed away. But I know that he had the best time in life beiing with you in your garden and with all the visitors there who loved him.
Last time I visited you, two year ago, there was a another “wobbly” there, but I can not remember his name. Is he still with you?
Hope to see you this year in summer, if I am able to make it to Crete.
Heike
all of you gave wobbly a chance!! so few people would have don the same as you did. he was a very lovely dog. he showed animals ,but also people,that what ever your’e problem or illness was. there was a lot to life for. he was a little hero. he’s is now together in heaven,with arkos. thank you for all the care you have give him. hugs from me and my little rascal smokey
Very sorry to hear about Wobbly, we enjoyed his
greetings and company every time we came by.
But also happy for the good years he had at “The Haven”.
Goodbye Wobbly, we’ll mis you.
Frank en Anke
Dear everybody,
I was so sad to hear that Wobbly passed away. He always had a special place in my heart.
Thinking of him wobbling to the gate everytime we came to visit.
I wish you all the best.
Love and kisses,
Bas, Mitzy and Butters
Thank you all for your kind comments, it means a lot to us and to Wobbly…
For those of you asking, he stopped eating on Monday and went downhill from there. Bloodtest results indicated chronic ehrlichiosis and he had problems with his liver, kidneys and fluid in his lungs. He couldn’t keep any water or medicines down so by Thursday evening we had to have him put to sleep.
Once again, your support is greatly appreciated…
Thinking of you…..wish you all the best.
Wobbly shall be missed…..
You give him a great home and a chance, thanks…
Diana xxx
Oh I am sorry, he was ‘part of the Haven furniture’ for so many years. Kerenza, what happened? Was it just old age? Or was he sick? He was a real character and will be missed by all associated with the Haven.
This is a sad day, sweet brave Wobbly…..he will be missed so much.
Thank you all for given him a wonderful home for so many years.
Dear Wobbly, at The Haven, you had 7 wonderfull years! No you may rest in peace… Goodbye, sunshine!
I’m so sorry to hear about Wobbly. He was the kindest and lovliest dog I ever met. You have given him the best years of his live and he knows that and he is thankfull for that. I know he rests in peace…
Dear Wobbly,
In 2005 I was lucky in meeting you the first time. I will never forget the way, you greeted me every time I came around.
The way you handled your life, the way you treated others (animals and humans) should be an positive example for all of us.
To Wobbly – a role model.
Take care buddy, see you later!
Uwe
Poor Wobbly! That is so sad. Thank goodness he had a lovely last 7 years of his life though.