JJ (Jumpin' Jack Flash) 8-31-94ish to 11-28-06

Original sender: Eric----
This morning JJ lost his 2 month struggle with renal failure. He was lethargic all weekend so we went in on Monday to check his bloodwork. Last night he began to show signs of neurologic distress. He could not keep his balance and began to knuckling his feet when he tried to stand on the tops of his feet. The results of the blood tests came this morning and they showed that his kidneys were failing and the toxins in his blood were rising. After 5 surgeries and an extensive stay in ICU there was nothing left to do but say goodbye. When I signed the final paperwork I remembered writing the adoption check to the pound in Santa Barbara. I cried.

Thank you to everyone for their support and well wishes. JJ never stopped trying and remained a true cattle dog to the end. When his condition robbed him of his appetite he worked the crowd for ear massages. He could barely walk but he continued to bark at the border collie and tug on the squirrel. I miss him so much.

Tell your dogs and friends you love them every chance you get and let them know the blue dog of barkiness is waiting on the other side.