In Loving Memory Of Zumaya
Zumaya
It is with heavy hearts that we recently learned the sad news that California GSP Rescue alumni, Zuma has passed away.
Zuma, a beautiful 6 year old female GSP had been surrendered by her owner through a concerned neighbor who said that she was not being cared for. She was left in the backyard all day with no exercise or attention, and would chew the fence from boredom and escape through the bottom of the fence to come over to the neighbors house. She was lonely, and just wanted to be with people.
John contacted us and completed an application to adopt an older female after losing his two beautiful dogs, Jezzibelle and Kahlua a year prior. After being without a dog for over a year since their passing, John knew it was time to rescue another life companion. John was retired, and was committed to providing a dog the life every dog dreams of. We knew Zuma would be a great fit for John, and that she would help fill his heart again with the happiness that a dog can bring. She would never be left alone. He would take her on daily walks and runs at the park and the beach, and provide the training and patience she would need to incorporate into her new life.
Zuma deserved someone who would love her and spend time with her. We knew that John would be able to fulfill that for Zuma, and invited him to meet her. John made the long drive to meet Zuma, and that same day Zuma, who would now be called Zumaya, headed to her forever home, and her life changed forever.
Over the last 6 years, John and Zumaya have been inseparable. We know what a tremendous loss this is for John, and while we are saddened at the news of her passing, we are equally grateful for the life she shared with John. Zumaya lived the life we wish for every rescue dog.
“My dear sweet girl. The silence is deafening since you crossed over.
The song says, I can't stop loving you. I have made up my mind to live in our memories.
They say that time heals a broken heart, but time has stood still since we have been apart.
Our love and bond was unbreakable. Being able to have the freedom to run and explore every day, Zumaya found a love she never knew existed.
I have learned that if you set a GSP free in life, they will love you forever.”
Daddy
John created this beautiful video tribute in loving memory of his precious Zumaya.
