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Laura J. Wellner's avatar

I'm so sorry, Heidi. Sending hugs.

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Laura. Thank you so much for your friendship here.

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Monica P.'s avatar

So sorry for your loss. Pets teach us so much that will stay with us.

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Monica. Thank you for your friendship here.

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Saralyn Richard's avatar

My heart is with you.

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Saralyn. Thank you so much for your friendship here.

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Heather Moss's avatar

It's very touching that the birds have shown up for you again, Heidi. I believe in this phenomenon very much. A few years ago, two mourning doves perched on a beam right above me in the yard, and wouldn't leave my side. It dawned on me that maybe they were my beloved grandparents. I kept talking to them like they were, anyhow, and they didn't mind at all.

I'm sure Panda's spirit is there with you and the kitties. She will be missed by Cecilia, Genevieve, and me.

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Heather. Thank you so much for your friendship here. And thank you for sharing this incredible story. I’m sure your grandparents are proud of you.

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Ed Boks's avatar

My deepest condolences, Heidi. I'm so sorry. Thank you for sharing your magical story.

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Ed. Thank you for your friendship here.

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

P.S. I adopted her from the Oakland, CA municipal shelter during the 2008 housing crisis. Mutual rescue furever.

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Ed Boks's avatar

I'm very familiar with that crisis. I was managing LA Animal Services at the time. We launched a program called, A House is Not a Home without a Pet. Dionne Warwick, who sang the song A House is Not a Homes was our spokesperson...

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

That is wonderful advocacy. Dionne Warwick is one of my favorite singers. I always sing to my own animals.:) I get the feeling that you know everyone, but I’m happy to know you as my friend here. Thank you, Ed. Btw, Oakland had an adoption special and I paid the whopping fee of $39.99 for Panda plus she got a complimentary bag of Science Diet.

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Ed Boks's avatar

Sometimes when the shelter was overflowing we would have a "Pick Your Price" adoption event. Folks could pick their adoption fee. More times than not, they would offer more than the actually fee...

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

It’s wonderful to know this. The advocacy works!

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Sabine Kaur's avatar

Sending love and condolences to Panda’s family. May his journey be joyous and full of treats.

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Sabine. Thank you so much for your friendship here.

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Ginevra Blake's avatar

Sweet Panda. May her memory bring you future smiles. What a sweet looking dog!

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Ginevra. Thank you for your friendship here.

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James Freitas's avatar

So sorry to hear about Panda, my deepest condolences. Losing a companion animal is such a hard thing. I am glad to read you are finding solace in birds, Heidi.

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, James. Thank you for your friendship here.

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Melissa's avatar

Oh Heidi, I’m so sorry to hear about Sweet Panda! I’m sure your Panda and my Ollie are already best friends! xo~ 💜

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Melissa. Thank you so much for your friendship here. It gives me great comfort to think of Panda and Ollie being best friends.🐾🐾

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Debbie D.'s avatar

I'm so sorry for your loss and feel your pain! 💗 If only our furkids could live as long as we do! Panda was surely loved and cherished and I hope your beautiful memories will provide solace, once the waves of grief have lessened.

On a side note, thank you for your recommendation. 🌹

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Debbie. Thank you so much for your friendship here. You are absolutely welcome for the recommendation.:)

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Rose Steedley Williams's avatar

My heartfelt sympathy for the loss of Panda, who looks to have been a very fine dog. A big part of our hearts go with them when they pass, and the ache can last for years.

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Rose. Thank you for your friendship here.

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Catherine Wilde's avatar

Sending BIG hugs and oodles of love 🥺🫶😘💖

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Catherine. Thank you for your friendship here.

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Sue Cauhape's avatar

What greater pain is there. I'm so sorry for your little Panda's death. I hope she passed without pain.

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Sue. Thank you so much for being a friend here.

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Sue Cauhape's avatar

I lost my Buda seven months ago and still mourn. There's a big hole in the air at our house.

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Our sincere condolences to you and your family, Sue. We will keep Buda in our thoughts and prayers. Please reach out if you need support. Take good care.

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Beth Milne's avatar

So sorry for the loss of your darling Panda.

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Beth. Thank you for being a friend to us.

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Débora Figueiredo's avatar

So sorry for your loss, sending love. Safe and peaceful journey to Panda.

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Debora. Thank you for your friendship here.

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Louise Haynes's avatar

So sorry to hear that Panda has passed on. Sending supportive thoughts to you and your family.💕

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Heidi Zawelevsky's avatar

Thank you, Louise. Thank you so much for your friendship here.

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