Obituary dog Kinski
Kinski - her blue eyes told of pain and joy
What does it feel like for animals to be abandoned? To have no home and to be on the run every day? Back in the 1980s, the founder of Gut Aiderbichl, Michael Aufhauser, was already thinking about how to help animals living on the streets for various reasons. He was the first to report on the killing centres in Spain through the media and thus helped countless dogs and cats to a new, protected and sheltered life.
Kinski's future was bleak
Kinski was three years old when she was rescued from Greece by an animal lover. When she arrived at Gut Aiderbichl, we were once again reminded of the ordeals that strays often have to endure before they finally end up in protective hands. Kinski’s young body showed numerous injuries. A team of doctors carried out examinations and discussed how Kinski could be helped.
An operation on his pelvis and spine was successful
Kinski had several fractures on her body. The injuries to her hip and spine were particularly striking. The examinations showed that Kinski’s hip had probably been shattered in a car accident. This injury would probably leave her with a lifelong handicap.
Kinski was operated on by a team of doctors at the LMU in Munich and the chances of a good life for the sensitive dog were not bad.
Kinski got a great forever home
The dog with a gentle character and sky-blue eyes won the animal-loving heart of a lady and her dogs, with whom she was able to spend the next ten years of her life. Kinski’s zest for life was unbridled and everything was perfect for the dog from Greece: there was food, companions and everything a dog could wish for.
Animals also suffer from dementia
Kinski had been suffering from dementia for over a year. She could no longer coordinate her legs and was no longer able to walk in a straight line. Nevertheless, she wanted to go everywhere with her owner and was given a comfortable dog trolley so that she could be “part of the party” for as long as possible.
Due to her dementia, Kinski became increasingly anxious and insecure. She had to be fed by hand and fluids were administered by ampoule. Her owner cared for and loved Kinski until her last breath. Kinski was released and has been watching her humans from dog heaven for a few weeks now. Her place is a bright star that shines particularly brightly in the evening.
Sometimes he sits at your feet and looks at you with a gaze so flattering and tender that you are surprised at the depth of his expression. Who can believe that there is no soul behind such radiant eyes!
– Théophile Gaultier (1811-1872)
No one could heal Kinski’s wounded soul, but she was allowed to experience a life full of love and respect in her special foster place. So long, dear Kinski!
From: Gisela Pschenitschnig, Gut Aiderbichl
