On Wednesday, March 3, Olivia was seen by a neurologist and given a diagnosis of a non-treatable brain disease. Her foster family had noticed behavioral issues that correlated to her diagnosis. It was most certainly not what they wanted to hear, but gave them answers to her condition.

It was recommended that she be humanely euthanized.

We have struggled since Wednesday knowing that the hardest decision to be made, has to be made. Knowing that time was short, we put together a tiny, safe for Olivia, Bucket list.

That included a car ride to Chuck and Don’s where she picked out a sloth toy, a dog-safe, beer-shaped cookie, a girl has to have a beer after all, a Dairy Queen pup cup, a cheese burger, a visit from some kind and wonderful friends, and attendance at her foster sister's Golden Birthday party that involved cake. Sooo much cake.

On the morning of Saturday March 6th, Olivia was treated to a breakfast of birthday cake, blueberry pancakes, kibble, and canned dog food. After breakfast and 2 hours of playtime, her foster family brought her to Pet Crossings Animal Hospital where they were allowed to be with her, hold her and pet her in her final moments.

It was very peaceful, and loving as she joined many other Goldens who had gone before her as she made her journey over the Rainbow Bridge. May you run free, sweet girl.

Her foster family would like to extend their gratitude to the RAGOM village who helped support them during this difficult time. To our RAGOM supporters, we extend a thank you as well, for continuing to show support to RAGOM which allows us to take in medical needs dogs and give them the care they need.