Daisy Doodle Anderson

Daisy Doodle Anderson, the energetic and ornery canine superstar who graced our lives by adoption in 2011, strutted her stuff across the rainbow bridge on August 23, 2022, and has officially left the building—but not before leaving behind a trail of stolen dishes, half-eaten snacks, and enough memories to host an award ceremony for mischief-making canines.

Daisy was not just any dog; she was a canine force of nature, a self-appointed thief of household items, and the unofficial ambassador for snack begging. With her adorable puppy eyes, she could convince anyone that sharing food was not just acceptable but essentially her birthright. Her proudest accomplishments include stealthily extracting clean dishes from the sink through the dog door and, devouring an entire cherry pie and a loaf of bread as if they were mere treats. We should’ve known—she had watchful eyes and all the charm of a charismatic bandit.

When she wasn't busy redefining the term ‘family dog’ with her antics, she enjoyed dressing up for special occasions like Halloween and Christmas, making her the fashionista of the animal kingdom (although there were debates about whether the costumes were actually meant for her or for the amusement of her human family). She had a knack for being the life of the pasture party, running like a maniac with absolute glee and then plopping down beside her kids, exuding a level of cuddly love that warmed our hearts.

Daisy's overwhelming energy made it seem like she was both part canine and part tornado. She found joy in the simple things, like chasing Belle Kitty (her feline counterpart who definitely did not sign up for this kind of chaos) and accepting ear scratches from her devoted fans—Katie, Alex, Owen, and Aubrey Anderson. As the beloved furry sister, she knew how to bring laughter while simultaneously plotting her next great adventure of plate thievery or furtively hiding someone’s shoe “for safekeeping.”

While the household will never be quite the same without her playful shenanigans, her spirit lives on in the hearts (and floor space) of those she loved most. Daisy Doodle Anderson, you may have crossed the ultimate finish line, but your legacy of mischief, mayhem, and unconditional love will forever be remembered. Here’s to endless belly rubs and an infinite supply of treats in doggy heaven!