In Loving Memory...ODE to SCHLAPPI

On November 6, 2008, our most loving, dearest dog and inspiration for the birth of Alpen Schatz passed away from a terrible form of Liver Cancer. Our dear Schlappi was hardly 7 and a half years old. Much too young to die.

As part of our love for him and to help ourselves through the grieving process, I began composing this Ode to him before he died, completing it after he had gone across the Rainbow Bridge to doggie heaven. Here's to you, our dear, dear Schlappi who was loved not only by us, but by thousands of Alpen Schatz visitors over the years. XXX to you!

Click on the image below to view the complete tribute to Schlappi...