just saw this posted on C4Y. Sad day, but she had a better life than lots of dogs. I never got to pet her, but saw her almost every visit.
With deepest regrets we have to announce the passing of the "town dog" Lola. They say it takes a village and in this case Lola was cared for by Gen Hartman Dr. Julio the vet and Several shopkeepers in the town square - most notably Luis and Chivo - who kept an eye on her let her sleep in their store, made sure she took her meds and wore the variety of sweaters that so many people were kind enough to donate.
Lola touched so many and our lives were brightened by having her in it. She was a shining example of what made Cozumel so special to so many.
Sadly Gen - who has kept us updated with photos and stories for so many years - is traveling today and only had time for a brief statement
"Lola passed away today at 8 AM. She lived her life to the fullest doing what she wanted when she wanted to do it ... Benito Juarez Park was her home since puppyhood. there she had her freedom and the life that she deserved. I will miss her terribly as I know you all will too."
In the future we'd like to have a plaque made to remember her. If you feel so moved Julio's clinic is accepting donations so that other island dogs can benefit from her memory.
Please feel free to share your favorite Lola photo or memory below. A special thanks to Gen for her outstanding caring and Felix CalatayudAgustin Calata for the photo & for letting Gen know.
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With deepest regrets we have to announce the passing of the "town dog" Lola. They say it takes a village and in this case Lola was cared for by Gen Hartman Dr. Julio the vet and Several shopkeepers in the town square - most notably Luis and Chivo - who kept an eye on her let her sleep in their store, made sure she took her meds and wore the variety of sweaters that so many people were kind enough to donate.
Lola touched so many and our lives were brightened by having her in it. She was a shining example of what made Cozumel so special to so many.
Sadly Gen - who has kept us updated with photos and stories for so many years - is traveling today and only had time for a brief statement
"Lola passed away today at 8 AM. She lived her life to the fullest doing what she wanted when she wanted to do it ... Benito Juarez Park was her home since puppyhood. there she had her freedom and the life that she deserved. I will miss her terribly as I know you all will too."
In the future we'd like to have a plaque made to remember her. If you feel so moved Julio's clinic is accepting donations so that other island dogs can benefit from her memory.
Please feel free to share your favorite Lola photo or memory below. A special thanks to Gen for her outstanding caring and Felix CalatayudAgustin Calata for the photo & for letting Gen know.
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(Apparently, my fingers can't spell Square)
Jay