A Day Like Any Other in Vegas
Today started like any other day here in Vegas. The sun was shining, the sky was blue, and the temperature was just right—nothing makes you feel more alive than the beauty of the mountains and the fresh air. This environment, full of life and energy, is why Little Sophia thrived here. Vegas seemed to give her a zest for life, and you could see that spark in her eyes. But over the past few weeks, that spark has been fading, and my “Little” one is losing her fight.
The Biggest Personality in the Smallest Body
Little Sophia, the smallest PomChi with the biggest personality—that’s what everyone says about her. She had a grumpy attitude, but it made her the cutest and most loving dog. My husband and I had known this day was coming, but it didn’t make it any easier. Sophia was such a fighter that we half-expected her to outlive all the other Poms. It was a comforting thought, but one we knew deep down wasn’t true.
This morning, like every other morning, Little Sophia went up to my husband’s office for her usual routine: a bit of walking and then some napping. Typically, she naps for an hour or so, but today she slept for five hours straight. This never happens. We watched her closely, checking if she was still breathing—she was, but her breaths were shallow. When I picked her up, she felt more like 10 pounds than the 2 pounds she really was. That’s when we knew she would be leaving us.
A Fighter Until the End
Three months ago, Little Sophia started losing weight from her already tiny 3-pound frame. She dropped to 2 pounds, becoming just skin and bones. We took her to the vet, and we suspected either organ failure or cancer. Given her fragile state, we decided not to bring her back for further testing. Having been through the loss of five Pomeranians, we recognized the signs of terminal illness. The idea of subjecting her to blood tests and x-rays seemed more painful than letting her pass peacefully at home.
My husband, who handles this kind of thing better than I do, stayed in close contact with our vet. He was able to get liquid pain medication and probiotics so our little baby could be pain-free and restful. Our vet agreed with our decision. Today or tonight, “Little” Sophia will leave us. She is resting in my arms while my husband writes this post for me.
Saying Goodbye
It’s incredibly difficult to talk about the most wonderful, quirky, and funny little companion while holding her, knowing she won’t be here tomorrow. I will miss her “baby seal” bark, the nights watching her run around my husband’s office as if it were her job, and taking endless photos of her in her adorable outfits with her millions of bows. There will be a 3-pound hole in my heart when it’s time to say goodbye.
The End of an Era
Little Sophia will be the third of our Pomeranian family to cross the Rainbow Bridge in the past three months. I’m not sure what God is preparing us for, but He has certainly given us more experience with loss than I ever wanted. My hope is that Little Sophia has brought joy, inspiration, and endless entertainment to all her fans. She loved each and every one of you, and she asked me to tell you not to grieve but to celebrate the life she was able to live as the eldest member of the Pommy Mommy Pack. Keep my little baby in your prayers.
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