Jessie Shares A Very Personal Loss
We’ve been together for about two and a half years, and I wanted to share something that Chris and I have been going through. If you’ve listened to the morning…

On the air together!
JessieWe've been together for about two and a half years, and I wanted to share something that Chris and I have been going through. If you've listened to the morning show for any length of time, you know that I am an animal lover. I am an advocate for shelter pets and in fact, I have a adopted a few of my own. You've heard me talk about our beloved dog, Minnie. Chris and I adopted Minnie in early 2018 and the vet estimated her to be about 12 years old. With that age, comes some health issues, but overall she was doing pretty well. Minnie came into our house and made it a home and she turned us into a family. We loved her so much.
Last week, we had to say good-bye to our sweet girl. In early July, the vet found a mass in her abdomen and it grew at an alarming rate. We kept her medicated for several weeks to keep her comfortable. One night we looked at her, and we knew it was her time. She was ready to cross the rainbow bridge, so we took her to the vet for one last exam, and made the decision with our vet to let her go peacefully. It is such a painful loss and we will forever feel that void.
Minnie lived a long life. She was about 15 years old which is like 120 in dog years. (My math might be off a bit, but it is a beautiful long life.) Minnie was a stray when she came to the shelter. She was severely matted. It was obvious that she was mistreated and had not been in a home in a long time. She never held it against humans. She wagged her tail, she ate her treats and she lived in the moment. Minnie also loved standing the wind and feeling the breeze in her fur. She adjusted to our home so well. Within a day, we knew that we were meant for each other. Minnie brought us almost three years of happiness and joy. Although the pain is great right now, I would do it again a thousand times.
If you are considering adding a pet to your family, I encourage you to consider adopting a shelter dog. It would be an incredible way to honor Minnie and all the pets who have crossed the rainbow bridge. When you adopt a dog, you give them a second chance at life. They are eternally grateful and the love is unconditional! A shelter pet will bring you immeasurable joy. We are partnering with the Brandywine Valley SPCA for the dog days of summer. You can enter to win a sponsored adoption fee for the dog of your choice. Register to win here!
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LEFT: She came to the shelter as a stray. Right: A much needed groom
LEFT: She came to the shelter as a stray. Right: A much needed groom
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I sent this picture to Chris and begged him to let me bring her home!
I sent this picture to Chris and begged him to let me bring her home!
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On the air together!
On the air together!
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fur fest 2018!
fur fest 2018!
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Going for a ride
Going for a ride
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Remembering Minnie
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Remembering Minnie
Remembering Minnie
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on the couch
on the couch
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You can stand under my umbrella!
You can stand under my umbrella!
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Remembering Minnie
Remembering Minnie
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Remembering Minnie
Remembering Minnie
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Remembering Minnie
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Remembering Minnie!
Remembering Minnie!
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snuggles
snuggles
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Remembering Minnie
Remembering Minnie
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Remembering Minnie
Remembering Minnie
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Remembering Minnie
Loved her belly rubs!
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Family Selfie
Family Selfie
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Minnie and Chris
Minnie and Chris
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Snoozin
Snoozin
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A smooch for my pooch
A smooch for my pooch
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Keeping an eye on the presents
Keeping an eye on the presents
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Waiting for presents!
Waiting for presents!
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We love Christmas
We Love Christmas
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The day we got engaged
the day we got engaged
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Remembering Minnie
Remembering Minnie!
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the day we brought her home
the day we brought home
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Remembering Minnie!
Remembering Minnie!
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Bathtime
bathtime
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Remembering Minnie
Remembering Minnie