Day 53

Life is an adventure. We have experiences that evoke the best of emotions. We cherish these experiences, smile, laugh, and enjoy the incredible life we live. Gracie provided my family with an amazing experience. She came into my life in sunny Venice, FL, a pleasant surprise. I enjoyed the vacation with my family in Florida and will remember the walks with Gracie and the alligators forever. Gracie had a spark to her despite the below average size, and without a doubt a huge heart. Gracie was a proud mother of two litters, and our vacation my father said that we were going to care for her during another pregnancy. At first I thought this was by far the best joke my father has ever told.

Fifty-three days ago my family began the adventure, led by the experience of Gracie, our close friend and Wheaten breeder Alice, our incredible vet Sunny, and the stud named Romeo. This was another Turner family adventure. We joined forces to start this blog, construct a whelping box, and prepare ourselves for a spectacular event. It became another experience to share with our friends and laugh about.

Unfortunately life has misfortunes. Happily cuddled in my father’s lap Gracie passed away. We rushed to an emergency care veterinary clinic but their efforts were unsuccessful to save Gracie or her pups. We will always be grateful for Gracie’s contributions to our family, and we will always have our memories of Gracie. We will remember Gracie and share the stories of her snuggling up in laundry baskets, being a companion, roughhousing with Grady, and avidly loving camping with her family.

The Turner family would like to recognize all who helped us during the process. We will continue to share stories on our Wheaten Wag’n blog, sharing the process of renovating our trailer, cleverly named the Wheaten Wag’n.
-Trevor Turner