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Tiva Ames, dogter of Andy and Rachel Ames, crossed the Rainbow Bridge last Sunday in the arms of her pawrents. While little is known about her first year of life, she was picked up wandering in Firestone, CO, held in captivity for 3 weeks waiting to be claimed, transferred to the Humane Society of Boulder Valley, named Schizzle, adopted by a family with a cat and returned the next day due to “too much energy.” That’s when, on November 13, 2007, she was welcomed into the Ames family and named, Tiva -- a play on the words “Teva” meaning nature in Hebrew and La Sportiva. From the first day she arrived into the Ames family, she brought love, joy and adventure. She accomplished many things during her lifetime. She graduated from the puppy class of HSBV and dabbled with continuing education. In spite of her hip dysplasia, she was an accomplished athlete and won 5 doggie dashes with her father, Andy. She had a running PR of 15:54 for the 5k and achieved 30 minutes in the stationary hot-tub swim. She was licensed with the City of Boulder and earned her Voice and Sight Tag through OSMP. Tiva was an avid wildlife observer and saw many deer, elk, foxes, coyotes, bears, bobcats and even a mountain lion. Her favorite animals were the smaller variety, however, including rabbits, squirrels and chipmunks. In her spare time, she loved to play with squeaky toys, cuddle on the couch, roll in the snow, play tug with her sisters, and frequent walks and naps. Tiva was preceded in death by her sisters Dewey (2006), Midnight (2009), and Summer (2014). She is survived by her pawrents and numerous extended family members. She leaves a huge hole in the hearts of everyone who knew and loved her. She is deeply missed. Tiva’s motto was “a door left ajar is the gateway to adventure.” Our parting wish for her is, “Run, Tiva, Run! Chase the horizon! When you get tired, stop, point your nose to the wind and let the world come to you. When we see each other again we will greet you with hugs and kisses, cuddles and love.” We will love you forever, sweet Tiva.                                                                     |