Unfortunately we had to make a very unexpected decision this past Sunday...
Although we have been through this many times before... We are both still devastated (as is our other female pup).
Gemma was alpha in our dog pack, yet one of the most gentle & playful dogs we have ever had…. But more importantly; We called Gemma, our "old soul"; she was so attuned to the emotions of others and her surroundings from 3 month old & she radiated a sense of peacefulness & strength when it was needed most.
Gemma, helped my wife (& me) through some of my wife's sickest years. We both are so grateful for this gift she shared with us.
RIP - Gemma