Bronwynn's Chosen By Chance, CD, CGC, VCC

February 24, 1994 - February 26, 2001

"Chance"

My dearest little Chance, who softened hearts with just a look,

Who could ever have known the final chapter of your book?

My heart is filled with sorrow, for no longer are you here,

But my mind is filled with memories I'll always treasure dear.

When you melted in a person's arms- a feeling no words can say-

You made them feel special in your own personal way.

The friends you made in your life stretch far from East to West,

Each one has the feeling, "It was I whom he liked best!"

We too remember fondly those times I took you to train,

When you'd leave the ring with an indignant look and toss of your beautiful mane.

And, OH! The times I thought I was teaching something new,

Only to realize eventually 'twas not me who was training you!

But far more often you'd play along and before friends' very eyes,

You'd show you knew every command and our hearts would swell with pride.

The memories I have of you number the raindrops that made the sea,

Each one truly a blessing God gave through you to me.

I'll always remember you as you were, so beautiful and sweet.

No Dog will ever replace you, for it's far too big a feat.

So many praises I could write of you, your tribute would go forever.

Alas, I must say goodbye, my friend, until we cross The Bridge together.

~Christi Kirby

03-06-2001

This has to be the hardest webpage update I have had to do. Chance's death was so sudden and so tragic that it has been difficult for us to absorb. He was playing in his co-owner's backyard with a couple of other dogs-- two of which he has lived with for a year. There was no blood, no fight, and Donna was keeping an eye on them from the house. We can only assume that in the twilight, one of the dogs misjudged distance and Chance's neck was broken. We will forever be deeply saddened, but freak accidents happen. As hard as we try to protect them, sometimes it is just time for them to go to The Bridge. Chance was to come back home to retirement within 2 weeks of his death. We are still very proud of Chance and his Co-owner, Donna Webb, for their early accomplishments in the obedience ring. Chance earned his CD last year in a very short time and the pair was campaigning for his Open obedience title when he died. They had earned two first placements and two legs of their CDX. Donna, thank you for your hard work with Chance and for being such a great home while he was with you.

Some of Chance's other achievements include: