Coco’s Obsidian Strike
1/05/2000-1/05/2012
Our sweet Sidney -“Bomber” aka…Sidnerella, Godzilla, Tasmanian Devil, Stalker girl…has earned her wings.
Sidney taught us all so much about being brave and never giving up the “Good Fight”, and she taught me to be a better trainer, benevolent leader, and dog mom.
Sidnerella despite being the consummate alpha female, made everyone her friend; dogs, people and furry’s alike…she made everyone smile and all of us occasionally laugh while screaming!
Some of her favorite highlights over the last 12 years were helping rehabilitate and train hundreds and hundreds of dogs, many of whom would have been euthanized, showing nearly 165 new born foster puppies the ropes after they were weaned from their mamas, searching for and finding 7 dogs that had been missing for 24hrs or longer, including 2 for DFW Lab Rescue, and her most prized memory – earning her nickname “Bomber” by being one of the best tactical dogs around.
August 26, 2011 she joined the ranks of the many fearless Tripawds who have gone before her, after losing her right front leg to a rare highly aggressive form of Fibro Sarcoma. In true Sidney fashion she was up and outside in just a day and retrieving at the lake in just 4 weeks. She proved very quickly that it was us humans that have the hang ups with physical appearance and see them as limits. Sidney knew NO LIMITS!
November and December found her out teaching children about physical differences, sharing about “Tripawds” with the public (http://bomber.tripawds.com), and being an honorary ambassadog to help raise funds for dogs in need.
We spent her last day swimming and exploring at Denison Dam, Texoma – a favorite haunt where she loved to train her whole life. We ate chicken sandwiches and fries and chased and chased and chased her good cuz!
When sunset came she laid down in the field where she had first met her favorite vet team 12 years ago and who have cared for her since she was 7weeks old. Surrounded by friends and family she passed gracefully Thursday at 5:21pm.
Fly our sweet black angel…we love you and you will be missed!
I am so sorry. I remember when Sidney first joined the site here and I thought “this is a great dog, so in love with life!” I hoped she would be with us for far longer than this. You gave her an unselfish gift when you put her needs first. You helped her put on her wings and then you launched her on her way. I know she had a wonderful life.
Shari
I’m so sorry to hear that Sidney’s journey has come to an end. Sending healing thoughts to you.
I’m so sorry for your loss.
Sounds like she had an amazing life. Run free, beautiful girl!
Jackie, Angel Abby’s mom
sounds like sidney lived life on her terms and got the most out of each and every moment – job well done!!! we are so sorry for your loss, sidney is off on a new adventure, but her spirit and the wonderful memories you made together will be with you always. love never ends.
charon & spirit gayle
What a beautiful life you gave Sidnerella. Thanks for sharing.
Peace.
Sweet Sidney–you are such a beautiful angel! Run free at the Bridge and do what Labs do best, just about anything!
Spirit Jewels’ Mom Geraldine and Monkeydog Black Lab Sister Aspen
Pretty girl, thank you for sharing your life here on earth and teaching so many folks what being courageous and strong is all about.
We are so sorry to hear you are an angel now but we know that with a spirit like yours, you’ll always be around to guide us.
Run free Sidnerella, our Tripawd angels are waiting….
Deepest condolences to you and your pack….
What a beautiful girl. I am so sorry that she had to leave you. Run free, Sidnerella. Tell my Chili Dawg I said hi.
sending you hugs,
Jenna & spirit Chili Dawg