Jesse came into our lives almost 19 years ago and yesterday afternoon he died on his own terms. He is the second of many animals we have had over the years who has died naturally of old age. Going through the phases of dying naturally is a much different experience than having to put an animal down. Over the past six months Jesse started eating much less and sleeping much more. His walks became shorter and much slower, but he still enjoyed being outside and would smile the entire time. He was a distinguished gentleman, one of those “one of kind” animals. We will miss you old man and we enjoyed our time together!