Date of Death:
Adopted: Sept 5, 2020
Passed: July 14, 2025
It is with a very sad and heavy heart that we are writing this. Last night (7/14/2025) we made the decision to help Ryder cross over the Rainbow Bridge. His hind legs had finally failed him. We did everything that we could for him, but it was time to leave us so that he could run again freely and without pain.
Oh Ryder, you came to us so unexpectedly. The plan was for us to transport you from NC to your MAGSR foster. Well, that did not work out. You won over the heart of your Dad (and OK, your Mom too) during the 6-hour ride and within a week you were in your new home with your sister Trudi (GA38).
Little did we know how sick you were, Ryder , but with the help of MAGSR we got you back to health. You were a trooper through heartworm treatment, Lyme disease and all the infections that you had. You were dubbed the southern gentleman because not once through all the treatments did you complain or show any signs of pain or discomfort. You just went with the flow.
Once you got better, Ryder, you took Trudi under your wings and helped show her how to become more self-confident and opened her up to enjoying the life of a dog. Once Trudi passed, you enjoyed being an only child, until Maize came into your life. She was a burst of energy for you as you were getting older- but you continued to go with the flow. You accepted Maize into the house and showed her the way of things here, especially how to get lots of treats!
Although we only got to spend shy of 5 years with you- we know that these were the best years of your almost 11 years and as Daddy always said- you are the best boy.
Ryder, go run free at the Rainbow Bridge without pain buddy. May heaven have all the treats that you want. Until we meet again Ryder know that we love you and thank you for showing us conditional love.