*Devastating Kennel Fire at Gemini Poms*
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*Devastating Fire at Gemini Poms*
Trish Inman of "Gemini Poms" breeds Pomeranians in Oregon, her poms have been her passion, her love, and her life’s work for over 20 years. My first contact with Trish was over 12 years ago, and throughout the years my family has gotten five beautiful dogs from her. All of her dogs are happy, healthy, and well adjusted, a testament to her breeding experience, love for her dogs, and raising each and every pup side by side with her family.
Unimaginably, on Sunday, March 31st, Trish and her family woke up in the early morning hours to find their barn and kennel engulfed in flames. The fire not only took the barn and kennel, it took 20 beautiful and beloved dogs. This tragedy has brought the family unmeasurable pain and suffering.
The Inman family is now struggling to cope with this heartbreaking event and the arduous task of dealing with insurance issues. The insurance company said they will not cover the loss of the dogs and any dog supplies, and they are trying to deduct a percentage of the building the dogs were in. It’s our goal to help get the family back on their feet so they can heal and move forward.
The investigation into the fire is on going, and we will post updates as information is received.
The following is the heartbreaking story Trish shared with her “Gemini Poms” Group informing us of the tragic fire.
It’s taken me a few days to work through my aching grief and to have the courage and strength to post what I need to post.
Please don’t ask any questions
I don’t have any answers at this time
At 3am on Sunday our youngest alerted us to a fire.
When I ran out my front door all I could see is my barn and kennel was engulfed in flames...... I dropped to my knees wailing in agony. I was watching the building burn that was meant to keep my dogs safe.
My husband called 911 and they came right away. 3000 gallons of water to put it out.
I was in the fetal position inconsolable
All my Poms (but for one mama and her babies at my bedside) are gone. In the most unimaginable way.
An investigation is underway.
I’d ask for prayers for my family
this wasn’t only my loss.
We love our pets.
This has been a labor of love for not only myself but my family.
Over 20 yrs of legacy, gone.
Our hearts are broken.
Just past daybreak my girls were walking the property “just in case” and found one of my teens in the bushes across the street-singed from his head to his tail but otherwise ok.
This has been agony and I have never know this deep of a loss. Please send all the grace and love you can muster our way. My girls are suffering anxiety attacks and nightmares.
And now we have to deal w insurance.
(Any advice here would be great)
My grief has been bone deep
I cry all the time.
We shared the news with our family, the few people whose dogs I had (that was agonizing) and some close friends.
One of my longest friends (we got our sister foundation Poms together) came out the day it happened and did what I couldn’t-she and her husband found and then buried all my dogs. It was a kindness beyond anything I could properly thank. Then she sent my kids to the store to buy a bunch of flowers and my family spent the evening creating a memorial garden. It was incredibly loving and supportive.
I’ve had to share the hardest news in my life with some of my best friends. This tragedy wasn’t just my loss and they were understanding and incredibly kind. They’ve suffered loss here too.
I shared what happened with a handful of girlfriends who have been everything sister friends should be and prayer warriors I couldn’t have made it through the last several days like I have without your advice and love and support.
My husband has been a rock for me.
My kids-Thank you God for my kids!
My cousin has been of great solace.
My sister came right away to be with me.
My church family have been standing in the gap for us.
My dog friends Facebook friends
I don’t know what I’m doing next.
I’m barely able to make it through the day.
The last 23 years of my life has been as a Pom breeder. Who am I if I don’t have Poms?
I’m sad.
I’m mad.
*Please Join Us in Helping the Inman Family*
*PLEASE POST AND SHARE THIS WITH YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS*
*A heartfelt thank you to all.*
Trish Inman of "Gemini Poms" breeds Pomeranians in Oregon, her poms have been her passion, her love, and her life’s work for over 20 years. My first contact with Trish was over 12 years ago, and throughout the years my family has gotten five beautiful dogs from her. All of her dogs are happy, healthy, and well adjusted, a testament to her breeding experience, love for her dogs, and raising each and every pup side by side with her family.
Unimaginably, on Sunday, March 31st, Trish and her family woke up in the early morning hours to find their barn and kennel engulfed in flames. The fire not only took the barn and kennel, it took 20 beautiful and beloved dogs. This tragedy has brought the family unmeasurable pain and suffering.
The Inman family is now struggling to cope with this heartbreaking event and the arduous task of dealing with insurance issues. The insurance company said they will not cover the loss of the dogs and any dog supplies, and they are trying to deduct a percentage of the building the dogs were in. It’s our goal to help get the family back on their feet so they can heal and move forward.
The investigation into the fire is on going, and we will post updates as information is received.
The following is the heartbreaking story Trish shared with her “Gemini Poms” Group informing us of the tragic fire.
It’s taken me a few days to work through my aching grief and to have the courage and strength to post what I need to post.
Please don’t ask any questions
I don’t have any answers at this time
At 3am on Sunday our youngest alerted us to a fire.
When I ran out my front door all I could see is my barn and kennel was engulfed in flames...... I dropped to my knees wailing in agony. I was watching the building burn that was meant to keep my dogs safe.
My husband called 911 and they came right away. 3000 gallons of water to put it out.
I was in the fetal position inconsolable
All my Poms (but for one mama and her babies at my bedside) are gone. In the most unimaginable way.
An investigation is underway.
I’d ask for prayers for my family
this wasn’t only my loss.
We love our pets.
This has been a labor of love for not only myself but my family.
Over 20 yrs of legacy, gone.
Our hearts are broken.
Just past daybreak my girls were walking the property “just in case” and found one of my teens in the bushes across the street-singed from his head to his tail but otherwise ok.
This has been agony and I have never know this deep of a loss. Please send all the grace and love you can muster our way. My girls are suffering anxiety attacks and nightmares.
And now we have to deal w insurance.
(Any advice here would be great)
My grief has been bone deep
I cry all the time.
We shared the news with our family, the few people whose dogs I had (that was agonizing) and some close friends.
One of my longest friends (we got our sister foundation Poms together) came out the day it happened and did what I couldn’t-she and her husband found and then buried all my dogs. It was a kindness beyond anything I could properly thank. Then she sent my kids to the store to buy a bunch of flowers and my family spent the evening creating a memorial garden. It was incredibly loving and supportive.
I’ve had to share the hardest news in my life with some of my best friends. This tragedy wasn’t just my loss and they were understanding and incredibly kind. They’ve suffered loss here too.
I shared what happened with a handful of girlfriends who have been everything sister friends should be and prayer warriors I couldn’t have made it through the last several days like I have without your advice and love and support.
My husband has been a rock for me.
My kids-Thank you God for my kids!
My cousin has been of great solace.
My sister came right away to be with me.
My church family have been standing in the gap for us.
My dog friends Facebook friends
I don’t know what I’m doing next.
I’m barely able to make it through the day.
The last 23 years of my life has been as a Pom breeder. Who am I if I don’t have Poms?
I’m sad.
I’m mad.
*Please Join Us in Helping the Inman Family*
*PLEASE POST AND SHARE THIS WITH YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS*
*A heartfelt thank you to all.*
Organizer and beneficiary
Joette Carlson
Organizer
Brentwood, CA
Patricia Inman
Beneficiary
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