Matty

Our dog Matty passed away yesterday. He has lived with us for nearly 15 years. We got him from the Parkins. He was one of Nena's dog's pups. We lived in Colorado at the time. When we picked him up they had him cut like a lion with a big mane and short hair every where else. He was really pretty silly looking!!!! Once we got rid of the mane he was a cutie. Eddie always called him Sweetie. He loved to lick. I hate being licked, but Eddie and Shaylin loved it. Especially Shaylin she would lay on the couch and just let him lick her all night long. When she was young she even used to dress him up. He was very patient with her. If you were every sick or feeling down Matty was a loyal companion. He would follow you everywhere and never leave your side. He went blind when he was about 7. His eyes swelled up HUGE!!! He looked like a monster. They finally exploded...Nichelle was in the line of fire and got sprayed with blood. I know it sounds sick but he was never in pain. His eyes then marbleized. He was a very smart dog and learned his way around even though we kept moving him. He loved to go for walks. He totally trusted us and would lead the way on the leash knowing we would pull him back if there was any danger. He loved to play with Derby. He would stand in the middle of the room and bark and bark. The louder he barked the faster Derby ran, the faster Derby ran the louder he barked. We could have never asked for a better dog!!!! He will always be with us!!!!