Beloved Buddies
by Debbie Feibus
Beloved Buddies, Inc. was formed in memory of my beloved buddy, Brando, a very handsome, heavily spotted Dalmatian who came into my life at 8 weeks of age. As a single, career working woman, my family warned me how difficult it would be to take care of a puppy, let alone a Dalmatian (who unfortunately, do not have the greatest reputation). Needless to say, my family was right -- I had my hands full. As a puppy, Brando was a terror. I vowed never to give up, got a personal trainer, and I certainly did learn much about training a dog. Brando turned into a rather distinguished gentledog.
My precious Brandon taking a break after a busy day
When the two of us made the big move from New York to Florida, Brando adapted very well, especially to the swimming pool. The first few times he went into the swimming pool, he was terrified. About two weeks later, we could not keep him out of the pool. It got to the point where it became “Brando’s pool”. I could just sit outside with him for hours, throw his ball and he would swim for it and bring it back to me. After finally calling it a day, we would nestle up together. There are absolutely no words to describe that feeling unless you are a passionate animal lover.
Unfortunately, when he was 10-1/2 years old, Brando left to go to Rainbow Bridge.He passed away suddenly of an enlarged heart. He did not even give me time to get the results back from his tests. I now know that the last look he gave me was the look that told me, "Mom, I have to go now, but you will be okay."
If you have lost a beloved buddy, please accept our deepest sympathies. Beloved Buddies is here to help you through your grief and pain. Whether it is by calling us to attend our support group meetings, picking up the telephone, or sending an email to tell us about a funny or memorable story, please feel free to share your Beloved Buddy with us.
Beloved Buddies, Inc. is a Boca Raton pet loss support group of people who understand the pain of losing precious animal buddies and who endeavor to support and help each other through the pain and grief. The group meets the first and last Sunday of every month at the South County Regional Park, in the children's tot lot which is on West Yamato Road, 1/4 mile pass Cain Blvd. If weather does not permit an outdoor meeting, group members will be contacted with an alternate location. For directions or more information, please contact Debbie Feibus at belovedbuddies@comcast.net or 561-901-4800.
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