It's taken me a few days to process and be ready to make this post, but here we go.
Flareon left us on Saturday, after a couple days doing the transfer process. We said our farewells and I spent the day very weepy and sad. Flare was matched to her owners at 8 weeks old but they opted to have her stay for our puppy raising program and additional training. She is a service dog prospect so it was very important that she had solid foundations and perfect public access, especially knowing she would be flying home to South Carolina. Raising Flare had many ups and downs. She went through some serious fear periods & adolescent drama that made us doubt if she could fulfill her owners wants and needs, which resulted in us keeping her for nearly a year. But she came out of them perfectly and is becoming a lovely dog! Flare was Checkpoint in the RPG litter. We almost lost her at 3ish weeks old. She suddenly became lethargic and sick, vets here were no help, and we saved her on intuition and advice from other breeders. After that I told my husband, someone is going to have to keep me from keeping this puppy. I grew very attached. Ever since she first opened her eyes, she has been the most affectionate, loving dog. She was a tiny pup who would squint her eyes, wiggle, and squirm upon seeing you. This never changed as she grew. Her favorite thing to do is cuddle! Flare was such a big part of my life and day to day for so long now, it feels like something is missing without her. But I am very reassured because she is doing so well in her new life already. She handled flying home like a veteran, even though it was certainly the longest day of her life. I couldn't be more proud. When Flare and her owner finally met, it was like Flare knew that was her person and they were meant to be together. She was never meant to be mine but that doesn't make letting her go easy. I put my heart and soul into every puppy I produce and they take a piece of my heart with them when they leave. Flare's piece is extra big. I love you, little Flarey John. I'm so happy for you, even as I tear up writing this. Be good, my darling girl and I look forward to seeing you thrive.
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