Theo was born on November 30th, 2007 to a puppy mill breeder and was a Petland doggie.  Although he was supposed to be no more than 18 lbs., he was a good two inches taller and 4 lbs. heavier than the Jack Russell breed standard.  He looked great though.  His first owner was Ms. Kelly Williams who provided an excellent home for "Henry" as he was then named.  However, after 3 months of exposure to the other family pets, Jack and Lucy, problems started to escalate.  Theo was trying to assert his position as ALPHA and he played rough.  Kelly asked us if we would give him a new home.  We agreed.  Theo came to live with us in July of 2008.  We could not have asked for a better family member.  He completed beginner and intermediate training, learned tricks like roll over and shake, and followed us everywhere.

We were regulars at the Thornwood Gazebo Park, Campton Hills, and the off-leash park by the river.  We always had to keep an eye on Theo because he was a bit aggressive and unpredictable.

Unfortunately, his unpredictability got the better of us and we lost him to heaven on June 1st, 2010. Our lives have not been the same since.  We miss him so but know that he is having a grand time in heaven.  We want to thank Dr. Crittenden and the South Town Animal Hospital staff for being so great to us for the last two years. 

Our thanks to Laura and Sean Craig for this lovely tribute.