I still remember the day I picked "Mocha" up from Hillsborough Animal Services
where she had been turned in by her owners who no longer wanted her.

Even though she was beautiful, the strikes against her were piled high.
She was heartworm positive, thought to be deaf, 5 years old, not very friendly
with the other Dals at the rescue and, to make matters worse, growled at Pat
when I went to introduce her. Things were not looking up. But we loved
our sweet Mocha anyway and were determined to see her through to a new home.

Then a miracle happened....after successful heartworm treatment, a nice gentleman
called to say he would like to adopt a female Dal. He was the perfect
owner for her....no other pets, no children, nice house, good job and Dal experience!

Fast forward....Lee (our own DRTB Secretary/Treasurer) gave Nikki a new name
and three years of a life that any dog would want for. She got toys,
treats, love and more love. And she even got a rescued liver spotted brother
named Charlie whom she pretended to tolerate but we think secretly adored.

Three weeks ago, the world came crashing down for Lee,
Charlie and us....our Nikki was unexpectedly called to join the doggie angels up above.
We were all devestated by the news.

Now Nikki lives on in our hearts where she has imprinted her little
paw prints forever. We will never forget her and am glad that
she graced our lives with her sweetness.

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