Tag Archives: Pet bereavement

Life without the Storyhounds

Posted on March 10, 2020 by annabellefranklinauthor

When you’ve had dogs for a long time, it’s hard to accept their absence. As well as missing their individual personalities, you miss that canine presence in the home. There’s something magical about the presence of a dog. Mine used … Continue reading →

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Tribute to Pearl

Posted on March 4, 2020 by annabellefranklinauthor

Pearl first came to me as a short-term foster from Greyhound Rescue Wales in March 2010. An ex-racing Greyhound, she’d originally been in the care of the RSPCA in Lincolnshire. At just over  a year old, she was young for … Continue reading →

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Sad News About Pearl

Posted on February 25, 2020 by annabellefranklinauthor

I’m so sorry to have to tell you that Pearl crossed the Bridge on Saturday. She took a turn for the worse last week as more of her joints flared up. The vets diagnosed polyarthritis and prescribed steroids, but her … Continue reading →

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Flower Fail

Posted on April 17, 2019 by annabellefranklinauthor

I’m not having much luck growing flowers on Millie’s grave. I used one of those wildflower packs that contain a mix of seeds and compost. I followed all the instructions, put copper bands down to keep the slugs off, and watered … Continue reading →

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Sorry I’m Late!

Posted on January 23, 2019 by annabellefranklinauthor

I was sad when Millie crossed the Bridge last year, because I couldn’t follow her, and I thought that meant I wouldn’t see her again. But on New Year’s Eve, something strange happened. We were getting ready to go out, … Continue reading →

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Pearl’s Tribute to Millie

Posted on December 5, 2018 by annabellefranklinauthor

As you know, Millie crossed the Rainbow Bridge last week. I didn’t realise what had happened at first – she looked just like she usually does when she flies off to the astral plane to hunt down ideas for stories. … Continue reading →

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Run Free, Millie

Posted on November 30, 2018 by annabellefranklinauthor

I’m sorry to have to tell you that Millie crossed the Bridge earlier this week. She was a very special girl, and she’ll be sadly missed by her family and friends. Her playful, fun-loving spirit lives on and will continue … Continue reading →

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Goodbye to a Dear Friend

Posted on March 11, 2015 by annabellefranklinauthor

We’re all very sad at the moment because our dear friend Owain (aka Owen Bowen) has died. Some of you may remember he lost one of his back legs early last year. It turned out he had an aggressive bone … Continue reading →

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