Ricky Borgese

2007 – 2024

Ricky was a beautiful, sweet, endearing polar bear lab who enriched our lives in so many ways. She captured our hearts immediately not only with her affection but also with her unusual ways; in spite of having an older brother, she would throw her empty food bowl down 15 steps and then retrieve it and replay. She was an amazing example for aging, living until she was 16 1/2 in spite of having numerous serious health issues for the last 4 years. She would not give in. She never wanted to leave us, and we prayed she never would. We cannot think or write about her without flowing tears. Ricky, we will love you forever.

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Donna Sockell and Gary Bo...

Pet Parent: Donna Sockell and Gary Borgese

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Ricky was so sweet and added immeasurable joy to her owners’ lives. I did not know her for a long time, but even as she aged (16 1/2!) she remained fully engaged with her people, her brother Benny, and her environment. She was a very beautiful dog too, as many people often noticed. We miss them all, and Ricky is missed very much. XXOO

Sally Sandusky

December 13, 2024

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