| Memorial to Norman the Poodle Registration Name: Normandy Della Grove CD, CGC, OA, AXJ, UAG1, UAG2, Therapy Dog Call Name: Norman Sire: J-C's Marching Thor Dam: J-C's Accent on Athena Breeder Celeste Bryant DOB: March 8, 1994 |
| Memorial to Normandy Della Grove CD, CGC, OA, AXJ, UAG1, UAG2, Therapy Dog AKA Norman the Beach Poodle It is with a sad and heavy heart that at 8:45 A.M. CST on December 11, 2009 our beloved Norman pass over the rainbow bridge in the arms of Bobbi and myself. The crossing was a peaceful event and something that we knew was coming for the past couple of weeks. Norman could no longer stand by him self and yesterday he hardly moved at all taking very little water or food. At 7:30 that morning we took him into Dr. Scot who did a quick blood panel with the results indicating a high infection though the liver reading were the same as taken in September the kidneys showed signs of dehydration. Dr. Scot said we could put him on an IV and antibiotics but chances were he would not be able to stand. The decision was simply one of quality of life. Bobbi and I had a strong feeling the night before that this was the time for Norman to make that journey by himself and had time to say our good byes. Now is the time to reflect on all the good memories and times we have had together for the past 15 plus years. On March 8,2010 Norman would have been 16 years old. It all started on June 6, 1994 when this little black fur ball from the pan handle of Oklahoma came into our life. There was a brief attempt at confirmation then a move to the obedience ring and then on to his two loves agility and working with stroke victims as a therapy dog. Then in 1999 with the arrival of Sirocco, Norman had a new assignment and that was the training of a saluki to fit into the Petru household. He accomplished that so well that in September of 2005 he got the opportunity to do it all again with Burak. Now Norman starts a new adventure with Brad’s Jake and Jennifer’s Scout, and then there is Susie’s Mieko, Aunt Tabby and Aunt Fawn who finally were able to accept the long black haired family member that Sirocco kept bring to their home for visits. Norman we will miss you deeply for all of the unconditional love you have given us these past 15 years. Love always your alpha wolf. |
| “I’m not there with you today but know that I haven’t gone astray. I am the wind blowing through your hair and the warmth you feel in the air. When that smile creeps on your face, remember that I am in a good place. And when you’re feeling sad and down, recall memories of me running around. You don’t need to look low and high, just search way deep inside. And know that we’ll never be apart, for I have left my pawprints on your heart. Your loving poodle Norman” |
| Some Cherished Memories |
| Norman's Christmas Pictures |
| Therapy Dog |
| Candid Shots through the Years |
| Norman and the Salukis |
| Norman's last visit to his Canadian Saluki Family in January 2007 |
| Norman's Favorite Activity Agility |
| Thanks for the Memories |
