Emma

Three months ago a beautiful soul entered our lives.  She was a Bearded Collie which is similar to a Sheepdog.  We named her "Emma."  
Emma was found near death lying in some tall reeds down by the lake.  After a month of rehab at our local vets office, the dog then required a home environment so she could fully recover. Our vet asked us if we might help.  Nobody knew how old she was - it was apparent she was older, most likely around 10 years old.  We brought Emma here to recoup and it didn't take long (three days) for us to decide we would keep her.  She was the most loving, placid dog and seemed to be thriving.  Her coat was beginning to grow in again, she was happy. 
 Last week Emma was diagnosed with liver disease.  We proceeded with surgery and much medicine in an attempt to save her life.  It was not successful and yesterday we had to say good-bye to Emma.

She left this planet knowing that she was loved (for the first time in her life)  and died here at home on our veranda on her favourite blanket.