Poppy

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2010 – 2026

Poppy joined our family after being adopted from Best Friends in 2011. She was one of a kind and when I first saw her I fell in love. Poppy had a neurological issue which caused her to "bounce" and when she laid on her back "conduct music." This did not slow her down one little bit however and eventually stopped. Poppy loved, loved, loved to hike and explore the forests around our home. She also loved her siblings and toys. She never met a human that she didn't love as well. Everyone and thing was her new best friend. We miss her every minute of every day!

Remembrances

Beth Sanborn/Scott Henry

Pet Parent

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