Betsy Iole

Bugsie, aka Bugsworth Floydbunny UDX NA NAJ, passed away peacefully at home Sunday, October 15, 2006, at 15-1/2 years of age. She was the first Basset Hound to earn AKC’s Utility Dog Excellent title, and served as a wonderful ambassador for the breed in her pursuit of it.

Bugsie was my Novice A obedience dog, and the ride from Novice A to UDX was happy, goofy, and full of the unexpected.

Bugsie enriched my life immeasurably, and her death leaves a gaping hole in my heart.

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Betsy, Mom to
CH Bugle Bay's Sin City Caper UD RE TD BHCA-VC
CH Bugle Bay's Sin City Cuppa Joe TD
CH Bugle Bay's AllUCanEat Buffet CDX RN TDX NA CGC BHCA-VCX, 1996-2008
"Bugsie" UDX NA NAJ CGC, 1991-2006

Bassets3

So sorry to hear about Bugsie. It sounds like you have MANY good memories of her life with you.

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Aruuuu

Betsy, I'm so sorry to hear this. I think when we 'so something' with our dogs, achieve goals together and have a good time doing it, we forge a bond that is both immeasurable and unbreakable, even by death.

{{{{{Betsy}}}}}

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sadeyes2

So sorry Betsy, what a wonderful hound and what a wonderful life with you. 151/2 years!!!!! you were so fortunate to have her that long, although I know that is no consolation. Take care.

bcc11

Betsy,

Losing such a cherished family member is so very hard. Bugsie will be missed.

Colleen

biscuit

I understand that gaping hole. I an so very sorry.

Sabian's mom

I am so sorry to hear this. My thoughts are with you and your family.

murraysmom

Oh- I'm so sorry! Condolences to you and your family on the loss of your beloved companion. Their lives are much too short.

Twinkie's Mum

Bugsie sounds like a sweet little pioneer. 15-1/2 years is almost more than we can hope for, and certainly less than we would wish. Peace to you and yours.

Janet 'n Twinkie

Belinda

Betsy and Kevin, I called you this morning. I am so very sorry. It's so hard, so sad, so painful. Betsy, you and Bugsy did such an awesome thing. Novice A to UDX is unfathomable. Your hearts and hard work will be forever recorded in history, and in the hearts of all of us who train (or are trained) by Bassets in Obedience. Via con Dios Bugsy. Take care, Belinda.

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