Priscilla was one of my mama dogs, who I retired 7 years ago and placed in her forever home...Priscilla was a foundational part of my breeding program, especially the moyen size. I have kept puppies for my program for at least four generations from Priscilla. If you purchased a poodle from me and its mama was Annie, Aspen, Bree, Ashoka, Maple, and others, Priscilla was the matriarch.
Today I got this update from Priscilla's owners..they have provided such a wonderful home for her..I always enjoy getting updates from them. It is bittersweet though as it is possible the next update I get may be letting me know of her passing:
Hi Frank, Merry Christmas to you and your family.
Just wanted to give you an update about our beloved Priscilla. Recently at her routine vet appointment we learned that she has an anal gland andenocarcenoma. Unfortunately the cancer has has already metastasized through her lymph nodes. Currently she is still feeling good and happy, still has the zoomies in the yard, is eating well and going on walks. Given her age (14 in May) we didn’t want to put her through invasive treatments and will watch her closely for any changes in her symptoms, behavior, any signs of pain and keep her comfortable until it’s time to say goodbye. At that point we will have her painlessly cross the rainbow bridge at home in her bed surrounded by all the cuddles we can muster.
I wanted to thank your for trusting us to bring Priscilla into our family. She is an abundant blessing and these last 7 years with her have been wonderful. 💕