Kiana…

Update:  October 1, 2019

Today is a sad day.  Eleven year old Kiana crossed the Rainbow Bridge.  She had developed tumors which were making life progressively hard for her.  The last few days, it became clear that the difficult decision had to be made.  Kiana wasn’t just a pet.  She was part of the family and the grandkids’ growing up years.  She traveled back and forth to Kentucky when the family went to visit her dad’s parents.  She loved their farm. 

When Kiana was old enough (about age two), she began running with my daughter.  I always felt better when Kiana was there with her.  A Hungarian Vizla, Kiana was fast!  As I’ve mentioned before, she understood words – especially the words “bird” or “rabbit”!  Her ears would immediately perk up and she would go to the glass doors. 

Over the last eleven years, there were several times that I stayed with her – later, Doug and I stayed with her – while the family traveled.  Always close by my side, I loved my time with her.  I loved Kiana and I think she loved me too.  The tears come easy today.  For all of us.  Rest in peace, Kiana.

If you’ve read My Southern Heart for the past four years, then you know that I am a dogless dog lover (being dogless was not my choice!).  This sweet baby in my arms is Kiana as a puppy.  She is now four years old and she loves me.  She knows she is my granddog and she vies for her share of attention!

Kiana is a Hungarian Vizla.  You only have to say the word “bird” or “rabbit” to Kiana and her ears perk up!  She hurries to the window to check it out!  When I arrive for a visit, she immediately brings her dog toy “rope” and drops it at my feet – as if to say “okay, you’re here now – let’s play”!

Kiana is a well-trained and loved member of the family…and my granddog.