Rest in Peace, Maddie

Yesterday our beloved pug Madison passed away after 15 years and 5 months of life. She had suffered a slipped disc late last summer, but got through that and was able to get up and down the stairs to outside right up until the end. She started going downhill Friday, and by Sunday morning she was listless and literally just waiting to die. We lived with her for 10 years of her long life, and she saw us through many different locations and jobs. Born the runt of the litter, she was bottle-fed and became a beloved member of the family. She traveled up to New York by plane from Louisiana back in 2002, when my mom gave her to us, and has lived with us in New York ever since. She loved sunbathing and lolling in the grass, chasing cats, and barking at anything that moved. She really loved me, and followed me everywhere, much to my annoyance at times. She didn't really like a ton of affection but she loved to be close by, and wouldn't turn down a properly-arranged lap or pillow. She is at peace now, hopefully lolling in a sunny patch of grass unfettered by pain. We love you, Maddie!