Marlin ‘Pig’ Wilson
Unknown – December 4, 2022
This eulogy and chronicle is for anyone who has never known what it is like to adopt and love a senior dog. While I do not truly know how old my Marlin was, I wrote this for my own personal peace of mind and healing but also to help inspire anyone who is on the fence about adopting a dog that has a couple more ticks on the old odometer than an 8-month-old puppy. Senior dogs are one of the greatest blessings in life and their appreciation runs deeper than that of any average shelter pet. I hope the story of my Marlin & I will inspire and challenge you to not let a little white on a dog’s face keep you from looking their way. Without further ado…
The date was March 27, 2020. That day will always be one of the greatest days of my life. My life changed forever from the first moment I saw you. My good friend Lauren Pendleton helped orchestrate our meeting when she told me to look at ACT Fresno’s website after I told her that I was looking for a new best friend. I saw you on there and couldn’t stop smiling. My mom & I drove down to meet you and it was love at first sight for me. Your sweet, gentle demeanor instantly crawled its way into my heart. I owe my friend Lauren the deepest debt of gratitude for what she helped me find in my Marlin.
