They let Copper rest his head on my lap as he passed. It was so fast... and painless. In fact, when it was over his eyes seemed a little brighter and the coloring in his hair had a glorious shine. He was beautiful. And he was at peace... probably already running in the green fields with his beautiful sister, Macy.
Copper came to us from the Wyoming countryside. Richard found him while working in Jackson Hole on the Four Seasons Resort. He was a perfect match for our family and we're better people and beagle parents for having had him in our lives. He loved long walks, treats at 7PM, wrestling with his sisters, playing with toys, and barking at the door when he'd see Papa come home from work. Our home is noticeably quieter at treat time...
We miss his bark. We miss the way he'd wiggle his bum and talk to us when he'd greet us at the door. We miss his love for meal time. We miss his snoring. We miss him.
Copper with his sister Macy
Copper at the Vet
Copper sleeping with his baby sister Dora
Thanksgiving Day 2012
Copper loved being in the front yard
Many thanks to Dr. Carpenter and the wonderful staff at Cottonwood Animal Hospital. They've worked with Copper for many years and we're so thankful for all of their love and support these last few weeks.
