17/09/2025
It is with the heaviest heart and deepest of grief to share that our girl, August, made her transition to the rainbow bridge on Monday morning. We are completely shattered.
August is the whole “why” behind Packwise. Everything we are wouldn’t exist today if it wasn’t for her. She helped to rehab countless dogs over the last decade, welcomed hundreds into our care with patience and love, and always made sure each soul that walked through our doors knew they were loved for exactly who they are.
August worked as my medical alert service dog for over 3 years until she was ultimately retired for early hip dysplasia. Over those years, she never left my side. Not once. She gave me a second chance at life and was the catalyst for my entire dog training career. She was the sole inspiration behind “Auggie’s Angels”- our service dog training and placement program- that brought renewed hope to so many people’s lives.
There are no words to express this pain and grief. It feels suffocating and all encompassing. She changed the course of my life in ways I could never explain. Thank you to everyone who loved her so deeply over the years. We know she loved you so much, too.
