Thursday brought an unexpected turn of events that led us to make the decision to let Lex cross over the Rainbow Bridge. Apparently his spleen had ruptured suddenly that afternoon as he went into a seizure like state and was bleeding internally. We knew our first "couple" dog was getting old but just weren't prepared to lose him yet.
Lex was an ol' mix breed shelter dog...picked out just by Jake about 11 year ago (I can't go to the shelter or I think of all the animals longing for a family day after day). He was much thinner, very timid and wouldn't even come in our house when Jake got him home. Apparently his story was that he was an outside farm dog and the owner had died. He was 1.5 years old when he became ours.
Through the years he was a patient and kind soul that welcomed each new Zeka baby with great affection. Each toddler took their turn riding in his back, pulling his tail and "petting" him as only toddlers can and each time he sat and took all their loving with such grace.
We know that our human family is missing him so much...we miss the sounds of his jingling collar and his nails walking on the hard wood floor...but we think his furry friends might just miss him more.
We love you Lex!!!
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