Golden Bond Rescue of Oregon

Crossed the Rainbow Bridge November 15, 2002

In February 2001, Spirit, Barkley #0115 then, came to his foster home with a fractured pelvis. He had been run over by a car, and a kind passerby took him to a shelter. After seven days in the shelter, no one claiming him as their own, and less than two years old, he was facing euthanasia. Thanks to Patsy's phone call, Spirit became Marsha and David's first foster dog. Spirit recovered from his fracture without requiring surgery. He just needed a little help... Some pain relief and veterinary expertise provided by Dr.Laird
Goodman, some help turning over during the night, and lots of love. Spirit stole the hearts of his foster parents and 14 yr. old Westie pal, China.

Spirit went on to welcome and nurture four foster friends. He so graciously befriended Kandy, Goldie, Chaz, and Buddy. Buddy and Spirit became such special friends that Buddy became a member of the Perkett Family.

Spirit was diagnosed with a rare and extremely aggressive cancer in April 2002. He was only two years old. Following an amputation, a summer of chemotherapy, and several joyful vacations at the beach, Spirit left us on November 15, 2002.

Spirit was the most joyful and intelligent creature I have ever known. He was voted "happiest patient" by his oncologist, Dr. Julianna Cyman. Spirit brought a smile to all he met. Taken from us all far too soon, he will remain in all of our hearts always.