Baby Love was born in an animal shelter on July 7, 2007, her mom Amber was a stray who had been picked up a few days before. Baby Love was one of 9 puppies.
Different
Soon we realized she was different from the others. She was always by herself and not in the puppy huddle. So we started bottle feeding her and keeping a careful eye on her.
Going Home
At 4 weeks old she contracted both ringworm and kennel cough so I took her home and nursed her back to health. She was also physically and mentally behind the other puppies.
Blossoming
Though still sick, Baby Love thrived in her new enviroment. She had lots of affection and constant feedings. She blossomed, and a day or two after arriving at the house she was a new dog. She was happy and ready to start exploring the world.
Blindness
She took on the world one bunny hop at a time. I soon realized there was more wrong with Baby Love than we thought. She was blind!
Growing
Baby Love continued to grow, and after some research we discovered that she most likely had Hydrocephalus (fluid on the brain). There was a newspaer article written about her, and we started a fundraising drive for tests and treatment.
MRI
The day came and she had an MRI, which confirmed she had Hydrocephalus.
Surgery
Thanks to donations, Baby Love had surgery to try and correct her condition.
Success
The sugery was a success, though she did not gain sight she became a much happier dog, her motor skills were great and she had a thirst for life I'd never seen before.
Everyday Life
She loved to run, bunny hop, explore and find mischief.
Summer
Summer came around again and she was the best she'd ever been. She loved the other dogs and our cuddle time
Signs of Trouble
Around Memorial Day of 2008 she started having some issues. We soon discovered her shunt which was installed in her body to assist with the excess fluid development - had stopped working.
The End
Thanks to donations she had a second surgery. She did not recover well, and a week later she passed away. Baby Love had sponsors and well wishers from all over the world who followed her story. I thank them all!
I was thinking about that video all day yesterday, thanks for putting it back up. It shows how she found joy in the simplest things in life, a valuable lesson we humans need to follow.
What a beautiful video of Baby Love. She looks so happy and joyful. I wish I had known her. Her spirit will live on by all those she touched. I am truly, deeply saddened for your loss.
I love that video. It brings a smile to my face everytime I see it. Thanks for putting it back up. She was such a wonderful dog and so blessed to have you for a mom.
That video is the best way to remember Baby Love. It shows her zest for life and total joy and love. She certainly was special and we will never forget her. Thanks for sharing it again. Wishing you peace, Skye & the Moondance Huskies
I'm sorry this is my first visit and I didn't get to know Baby Love while she was alive. I'm so very sorry for your loss. That is such a happy video. I had a big smile on my face and at the same time an ache in my heart for you that she is gone, but never forgotten.
I chanced upon your blog last week and realised that somewhere in a far away part of the world there lived such a special little doggie. It saddens to that you left for rainbow bridge the second time i visited your blog to see how you were recovering.. U were such an inspiration to all and may u be healthy and happy now...wherever u may be..
w00f's, we has not watched the video yet...to many tears..all mama has to do is think of ur sweet girl and here comes the tears..we will watch it..just not now...angel lacylulu says to tell u that her and baby love iz having sooo much fun at the bridge...and to tell u that baby love can really run verwy fast..
Howdy, just found this blog. I just watched the video and it made my eyes leak too. Not sure why, Baby Love is obviously super happy. Something about how happy she is despite her problems.
The passing of any dog is a difficult time to say the least. The memories are a comfort in the times to come. As a responsible, loving owner you did what was best for babylove.
Baby Love running around is such a great thing to watch. She was having so much fun and wish the video could have been longer cause we love it so much. Have a wonderful day. World of Animals
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I was thinking about that video all day yesterday, thanks for putting it back up. It shows how she found joy in the simplest things in life, a valuable lesson we humans need to follow.
What a wonderful tribute to Baby Love. We are sorry that such a wonderful pup has left this world. She was definitely something special.
You really make Mom all warm inside knowing how much you were dedicated to your baby.
From one special needs pup to another.
You will be missed.
Love,
Lola, another North Texas Gal
www.forgetsitanstay.blogspot.com
What a beautiful video of Baby Love. She looks so happy and joyful. I wish I had known her. Her spirit will live on by all those she touched. I am truly, deeply saddened for your loss.
Peace,
Suka
That video was running though my mind all day yesterday. Gotta go, my eyes are leaking again ...
Charlie
She looks so happy and content! What a wonderful tribute to her! We sure do miss her!
Love ya lots,
Maggie and Mitch
That video is awesome. We can tell that Baby Love is such a special pup. She looks so happy bouncing around.
Don't worry - Mama says that Bosco and Baby Love have already met and they are having lots of fun together.
Love -
Hershey and Kaci
I love that video. It brings a smile to my face everytime I see it. Thanks for putting it back up. She was such a wonderful dog and so blessed to have you for a mom.
This is how we will always remember her. Thanks for the video.
Rest In Peace, Baby Love.
Luv
Snowball
That video is the best way to remember Baby Love. It shows her zest for life and total joy and love. She certainly was special and we will never forget her. Thanks for sharing it again.
Wishing you peace,
Skye & the Moondance Huskies
Thank you for sharing Baby Love's video again...
Baby Love was such a happy free spirit girl ....we love to watch her ...just being her....
What a love for life .... Thank you for sharing Baby Love with all of us...that's a gift we'll never be able to repay ....
She is a very SPECIAL girl.....
XXooXXoooXXoo
Thank you, Thank you for reposting, one of those videos I will never forget, we got to meet her !!!
We still think that is the best video ever.. Thanks for sharing again..
Hang in there you are in our hearts..
Big Sloppy Kisses
Gus and Louie
What a joyously happy dog! We're so sorry that she left the world too too early. Our deepest condolences.
Charlie & mom
I'm sorry this is my first visit and I didn't get to know Baby Love while she was alive. I'm so very sorry for your loss. That is such a happy video. I had a big smile on my face and at the same time an ache in my heart for you that she is gone, but never forgotten.
I chanced upon your blog last week and realised that somewhere in a far away part of the world there lived such a special little doggie. It saddens to that you left for rainbow bridge the second time i visited your blog to see how you were recovering..
U were such an inspiration to all and may u be healthy and happy now...wherever u may be..
Singapore
Suzanne and Baby Love-this video makes me smile, laugh and cry! What a wonderful little girl she was! An inspiration to us ALL!!
Penny and Velcro
w00f's, we has not watched the video yet...to many tears..all mama has to do is think of ur sweet girl and here comes the tears..we will watch it..just not now...angel lacylulu says to tell u that her and baby love iz having sooo much fun at the bridge...and to tell u that baby love can really run verwy fast..
b safe,
~rocky~
What a lovely video of Baby Love. She looked so happy prancing around.
Her videos always makes us smile... She really loved grass.
Butt wiggles,
Solid Gold Dancer
This video just brings a HUGE smile to my mom's face! Thanks for sharing with us again.
Hugs,
Sitka
Howdy, just found this blog. I just watched the video and it made my eyes leak too. Not sure why, Baby Love is obviously super happy. Something about how happy she is despite her problems.
The passing of any dog is a difficult time to say the least. The memories are a comfort in the times to come. As a responsible, loving owner you did what was best for babylove.
Hugs
Dxxxx
The vidoe is a wonderful visual memory of Baby Love playing and jumping. What a sweetie!
Run, play and rest easy
at the Rainbow's Bridge
dear sweet Baby Love
What a fun video! She was some girl. And she sure was enjoying herself.
Baby Love running around is such a great thing to watch. She was having so much fun and wish the video could have been longer cause we love it so much. Have a wonderful day.
World of Animals
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