Her "Teacup" Yorkie named Miss Phoebe mixed with another Yorkie and created a rather big bundle of energy in the form of a high-pedigree puppy. Rocky, as we call him, is probably half again as big as a normal teacup. He is the most snuggly creature on the planet and when his hair is cut right he looks just like a Teddy bear. He needed a home and litter mates (the twins) to play with and give him an active life.
When he was still a young pup one of Suri's friends was flying out this way on a trip and brought him to us and we have treasured him from that very first moment that we got to hold him. He helps Rowan write by snuggling her while she writes and if someone in the family is taking a nap, or feels sick, he lends his support by snoring right along side of them.
But as all wonderful stories about dogs and the people that love them, there is always the fact that they don't live as long as we do. While their lives are short, they pack a lot of love and caring into a short time and leave us feeling like we've lost a part of our hearts when they pass on. As it was, this July, Rocky's mom passed away, leveling up to Exalted pet status, While Miss Phoebe was very old in dog years, her lifespan was too short for the love and sweetness she brought into the lives of those that knew her.
She was a sweet-heart and by the stories Suri told she was very smart and communicative even being able to ask for things she wanted with a bark and demonstrating what she wanted. She knew people's names and had the ability to go to specific people by name. By contrast, Rocky only knows one name "mom" and to him that's the only person he is certain to want to please.
There are lots of stories about how smart Miss Phoebe was. She was patient but sometimes wanted to be walked in the middle of a quest or a duel. None of us ever minded letting Suri tend to her needs even though it meant that we had to wait sometimes in the middle of battles. It was the least we could do for a pup that looked out for, protected, and gave her mom so much love in return.
Below is the last picture of Miss Pheobe... looking appropriately spoiled and loved.
This is a picture of her proud little "big" pup Rocky who carries on the magic that is "being a Yorkie."
I hope Wizard101 can eventually create a Yorkie pet. I think if it were possible the first one should be named Miss Pheobe.
Not only are Yorkies loyal, intelligent, fun and fluffy, they are attentive, caring, and want more than anything to make you happy. Their super-powers are tenacity and just plain irresistible cuteness... But don't let the cuteness fool you! They are up for any quest no matter how big!
We'll miss you Miss Phoebe! We are also sending well-wishes and our love to Suri who misses her very much.
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