On Monday, October 26, 2026, our sweet Clementine crossed over and joined her bunny brother. After several days in the hospital, we were faced with an impossible decision. Ultimately, our girl let us know when it was time, and we are forever grateful for the precious time we got to spend together back at home.

We are starting this fundraiser to help offset the unexpected emergency veterinary expenses from Clementine's final days, which totaled approximately $13,000.

What happened

After a bout of vomiting, barely eating, and acting unusually lethargic, we knew something wasn't right. On Sunday, October 18, which also happened to be Clementine's 11-year adoptaversary, we brought her to her regular vet at Modern Animal.

Her initial x-rays and bloodwork raised concerns about her kidneys, liver, and pancreas. The vets gave her fluids and medications, and we brought her home hopeful that she would recover. For a brief moment, she seemed to be improving. But by Tuesday, her symptoms had worsened, and we rushed her to ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospital where she was immediately admitted for emergency hospitalization and further testing.

Over the next two and a half days, the veterinary team worked tirelessly to understand and treat what was happening. While testing thankfully did not reveal cancer, Clementine was suffering from pancreatitis and serious complications involving her liver and gallbladder. Despite antibiotics, medications, and around-the-clock care, her bilirubin levels continued to rise, and her condition remained critical.

Our remaining option involved an extremely invasive surgery with significant risks and no guarantee of recovery, especially at her age. So, with a guarded prognosis, we made the decision to bring Clementine home and focus on her comfort and quality of life.

Clementine's story

Our sweet girl's story began halfway around the world in Thailand, where she was rescued from the dog meat trade by the incredible team at Soi Dog Foundation. On October 18, 2015, Clementine and Josh became a family, beginning what would become 11 beautiful years of love, adventure, and companionship. From countless road trips and visits to some of the country's most beautiful landmarks to all the everyday moments at home, Clementine lived a very full life.

When Josh and I swiped right back in 2021, I had no idea I was also swiping right on the best surprise ever. I feel so incredibly lucky and honored to have had the privilege of being Clem’s mommy and for us to have become our own little family of four. Clementine brought us so much joy and happiness, even on the darkest of days. She was our constant, our little explorer, and such a big part of what made our family feel like home.

While we wish more than anything that we could have had more time, we are forever grateful that she got to live such a long, beautiful life.

How you can help ❤️

Clementine's emergency care and final vet visits accumulated to a little over $13k in unexpected expenses. When faced with this emergency, we did everything in our power to give her every fighting chance—just as any pet parent would.

Now, as we navigate the grief of losing her, we are humbly asking for help offsetting some of these overwhelming financial costs.

Whether you are able to donate, leave a kind memory, or simply share this page, we are deeply grateful for your support as we do our best to move forward during this difficult time. Thank you for helping us honor our Clemmy girl.

All our love and gratitude,

Robin & Josh