8/5/16

The Sad Story of SPOTTIE


When I found this image I read the back and immediately put it back in the box because it hurt too much. I didn't want this story following me around. But then I thought about it and realized I was the very person who should have it because I would always remember Spottie.

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Though this photo has nothing to do with the Sepia Saturday theme this week I just wanted to post and say I will be posting several theme photos this month so check back in once in a while. I have some very nice wedding shots that I purchased when I thought it was a category I'd like to collect. Well, I lost interest pretty fast because I realized the only thing that interested me were the gowns. That being said, I do have a few odd wedding images I think you'll enjoy. So come back in the coming weeks.
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17 comments:

  1. Nice to see Spottie and I look forward to your odd wedding photos.

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    1. You're bound to enjoy at least one of the wedding shots.

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  2. I'm assuming Spotty was poisoned by something neighbors who don't like dogs set out? However it happened, how very sad such an innocent little life was lost so soon.

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    1. Or he could have been poisoned by something at home. I can remember decades ago that it seemed fine to give dogs chocolate. Now there's a whole list of foods and plants I keep tacked inside a cupboard. Raisins! Who knew raisins were poisonous to dogs, but they are. So it could have just been an accident.

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  3. Such a cute photo - so sad the doggy died not long afterwards.

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    1. That's why I initially put it back; I didn't want to be reminded of the sad story. But the little guy needed to be remembered.

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  4. Very sad story. I had thought of neighbors right off but you're right - there are so many things we didn't know were poisonous to dogs.

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    1. And how many people have looked back and had to deal with the heartbreak knowing they'd accidentally poisoned their pet. A horrible thought.

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  5. Spottie seems that he was a feisty guy. He looks to be giving the animal (cat?) in the door a piece of his mind. I'm glad you shared even though his life was short.

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    1. I'm guessing Spottie had the same relationship with the cat that my dog has with one of my cats. They constantly tease each other just to the point of annoyance.

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  6. I think giving Spottie a proper memorial on the internet earns you extra Karma points. It's a shame the cat didn't get any credit as vintage cat & dog snapshots are rare.

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    1. Thank you. I knew when I bought Spottie for 50 cents he would need to be shared.

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  7. Maybe this picture is something for an RSPCA campaign.

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  8. How nice that Spottie has been immortalised.

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    1. I thought he deserved it and to not just end up in the trash.

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  9. Now Spottie will be remembered by many. That was your job. Good work.

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