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The Story Behind Col. Potter Cairn Rescue Network
By Danielle Rackstraw
This is the story on Col. Potter and how, through his memory, a new rescue group was "officially" formed. Often when there is an ending to a story, there is an even more important beginning.
On the AOL Cairn list, every member knew who Col. Potter was. The Colonel had one of those endearing personalities, and he was enough of an imp that he was spoken of constantly. He was truly loved by all. He was a young wheaten Cairn, with HUGE ears and a heart to match. His owner Patti referred to him as the PERFECT Cairn. The Colonel was actually a very well-trained Cairn considering he was just two years of age, and along with his young age, came the typical Cairn antics.
The Colonel met with a tragic accident. In a moment in time, he ran out into the street and a car hit him. The Colonel started his journey to the Rainbow Bridge a few minutes later. He died on the way to the Vet's office.
All of the Colonel's friends on the AOL list were devastated. A collection for a gift or a lasting memory was started. We wanted to keep the Colonel's memory alive. Our group's original intent was to buy a 'star' in the Galaxy, and have it named after the Colonel and this we did. We still had additional funds, and it was decided that we would obtain and foster a special needs Cairn Terrier.
The donations in the Colonel's honor were still arriving as others learned of his passing. We would receive five dollars one day and ten dollars the next. A little girl sent us her whole allowance. We now had funding for one additional rescue dog to be helped with Col. Potter funds. People have huge hearts when they know they can make a big difference. We formed Col. Potter Cairn Rescue Network, and we have rescued many Cairns since our first "official" rescue in the Colonel's name.
Thank you for supporting CPCRN and the hundreds of Cairns who have been rescued during the last 5 years. "So shines a good deed in a weary world."