On Christmas morning, around 10:45 am, our little Lilly Belle went to tell Jesus Happy Birthday face to face. It was such an unexpected and quick event that it left us with our heads spinning, our hearts breaking, and a hole in our family. Yes, she was our dog, but she was such an important family member, who died at the young age of 4 years old. Lilly loved to cuddle with anyone, anytime. At bedtime, she would sleep under our sheets at the foot of the bed, where she didn't move until it was time to get up. She was known for her crooked little nose, stinky breath and running on 3 legs. Lilly had a special place in her heart for Aiden and would let him do whatever he wanted to her - pet her, pull her ears, kiss her. When Aiden was an infant, she would often be found cuddling with him while he slept, almost as if she was watching over him. Emily loved to try and hold Lilly, as she was "Emmy sized", and would try and push her around in her shopping cart. Lilly endured a lot of love from Emmy and Aiden, and never once fought back with a bite or a growl. She was a lover, not a fighter. Toby, her doggy brother, misses her terribly. They shared a kennel, would pal around together all day, play chase, and Toby made it his mission to make sure Lilly's ears were always clean. Lilly was a great dog and will always be remembered as the best little cuddler we ever knew. We love you and miss you, Lilly.
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