A Beautiful Red Dog

 

In Total Control – Kelpie (Acrylic)

This is Flash.  One of life’s most beautiful animals.  Following major surgery my amazing nephew picked Falsh from a litter of beautiful Kelpies.  It was an instantaneous connection.  Flash was instrumental in Duncan’s recovery.  Flash became such a part of the family that all of us all over the country connected with him whenever we were visiting.

Flash did not make a noise and had the most intelligent ways.  The instincts of the classic kelpie were strong within him and one could not miss the ‘eye’ which is, I believe, a sign of very good breeding.

He was without doubt one of the best.  His coat was thick and of many complex colours.  He was strong and agile and always up for a run and chat with other dogs.  He was quietly protective and unobtrusively loyal.

When it was discovered that he had a tumour on his spine the heartache in all who knew Flash was palpable.  He was in pain, deteriorating quickly and would not get better.  It was to say the least, devastating!  He is now in other more blessed hands and is sorely missed.

 

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