Cassie

Companion Category Winner!

Cassie

Congratulations to Cassie – winner of the 2021 SupeeDog Companion Award!

Cassie, our beautiful Cavachon, came to us as a tiny puppy in January 2017 and instantly came into her own.

My Dad was diagnosed with terminal cancer that same month and despite being a very bouncy little pup, when we visited Dad she climbed on his lap and barely left his side. She also sensed when I was feeling really upset and snuggled closely into me throughout his illness and when we lost him.

Life since then has got progressively harder. I am disabled anyway and use crutches inside / wheelchair to go out and Cassie just seems to sense when I am having a bad day. Just a couple of months after my Dad passed away, my brother was diagnosed with lung cancer.

After months of treatment, it looked like he was cancer-free but at that time Cassie suddenly became very clingy to me, even reluctant to go out for walks with my husband. She does agility and loves it, but all of a sudden when she was let off her lead to start her run, instead of running the course, she turned around, ran back to me and jumped on my lap. This went on for a few weeks during which time I found a breast lump and yes, cancer had struck again. I’m sure Cassie sensed the cancer and was trying to tell us.

She’s still a bouncy, mischievous little dog but when I came home after surgery she was so gentle and cuddled up close. She supported me through Chemo and radiotherapy and gradually started going for longer walks / restarting agility as I got better. Fingers, and everything else, crossed I’m hopefully cancer-free though still have some treatment and my general health isn’t so good. She is still our loyal companion.

Unfortunately, whilst I was having treatment it was found my brother had developed secondaries in his brain and passed away last November. It’s been a nightmare few years, but Cassie has been a true and loyal companion not just to me, but also to my husband whilst he has been trying to support me.
She’s been a true friend to my son who quietly gets on with things and has himself been a great support and almost a therapy dog to my daughter who suffers from severe mental health issues and has obviously found these last few years incredibly difficult.

Cassie even entered the socially distanced Race for Life last year to raise money for cancer research, wearing her own Race for Life top as shown in the photos.

I know we would all have struggled with these last few years so much more without our faithful, mischievous bundle of fun – our truly loyal companion Cassie!

 

Thank you for supporting Cassie!
Your messages of support mean the world to us – thank you!

If you would like to donate to a charity in Cassie’s honour, please consider Many Tears Dog Rescue Centre who do an amazing job. Many dogs have been rescued and placed in loving homes thanks to their work.
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Fiona Rees
Fiona Rees
2 years ago

Good luck Cassie 💕 a special fur baby who really deserves this. Amazing story xxx

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Fiona Rees

Thank you for your support Fiona. Cassie won last night. We are still shocked and amazed and know the support we’ve received on the way has helped her achieve it xx

Ferguson Suzi
Ferguson Suzi
2 years ago

Good Luck Cassie .. hope you all have a wonderful night xx

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Ferguson Suzi

We had a great night thank you and were stunned when Cassie’s name was read oout as her category winner xx

Mary Mckie
Mary Mckie
2 years ago

Good luck Cassie. Have a fabulous night 😍

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Mary Mckie

Thank you for your support last night. Cassie won and I’m sure all the support we e had really helped. We are shocked and amazed but so proud of our gorgeous girl xx

White Lisa
White Lisa
2 years ago

Enjoy your night Cassie. A winner in the eyes of your pawrents already. Good Luck to you and to all the very special doggies tonight 🐾♥️💙

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  White Lisa

She’s always a win er in our eyes. Now we can’t believe she’s a winner in so many other people’s eyes too. Thank you so much for your support

Susan Weller
Susan Weller
2 years ago

Cassie, you SO deserve to be there and win – you’ve got this sweetheart xx

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Susan Weller

Thank you so much. The support we’ve had is amazing and I’m sure helped Cassie win this amazing e last night xx

Alice Ross
Alice Ross
2 years ago

Good luck Cassie!! And have a wonderful night Sue and Mark you both thoroughly deserve it! Xxx

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Alice Ross

Thank you so much Alice Can’t wait to see you soon. xx

Nicky Gasson
Nicky Gasson
2 years ago

What an incredible little dog & loyal friend, Good Luck tonight Cassie, all paws & fingers crossed for you. XX

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Nicky Gasson

She really is. Your support means so much and I’m sure helped us win this amazing award last night. Thank you xx

Roz
Roz
2 years ago

Good luck Cassie on reaching the finals, all paws crossed for you x

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Roz

Thank you so much for your support. All this support made such a difference and I’m sure is part of the reason we managed to win. Xx

Alice Ross
Alice Ross
2 years ago

Good luck Cassie!! And have a lovely night Sue and Mark! You both throughly deserve this! Xxx

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Alice Ross

Thank you Alice. By now you’ll know our mischievous little Cassie won, so shocked!! Thank you for your support xx

Simba & Binx
Simba & Binx
2 years ago

Good luck Cassie!! You deserve this – you are an extremely unique and extra special pup!! Good luck!! We have all paws crossed! Xx

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Simba & Binx

Thank you both. Really looking forward to tonight xx

Susan Dawson
Susan Dawson
2 years ago

What an amazing story and a very special dog. Really hope you win the award but you are a winner in everyone’s eyes anyway. Good luck little one 🤞

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Susan Dawson

Thank you Susan. Yes she’s truly very special to us xx

Alison and David
Alison and David
2 years ago

Well done Cassie on reaching the final, you certainly deserve it. You have been a wonderful caring little dog to all your family and are a winner already!👏👏👏
Enjoy your special day xx

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago

Looking forward to a lovely evening. Yes she’ll always be a winner in our eyes xx

Snowball
Snowball
2 years ago

Cassie, your presence and your cuddles have saved the lives of your family and helped them through some incredibly difficult times. You deserve this award so so much. We have everything crossed for you! Good luck special girl!! 💕

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Snowball

Thank you Snowball. We do think she’s pretty special xx

Cookie and Patches
Cookie and Patches
2 years ago

You really have changed the lives of you family for the better and got them through the most difficult times. You deserve all the recognition for everything you have done and still do. You mean the world to your family and you deserve the world in recognition!! Good luck Cassie x

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago

Thanks to you both xx

Willow and Badger
Willow and Badger
2 years ago

Good luck precious girl!! Enjoy your evening! 💕😍🐾

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago

Thank you both xx

Nutmeg H
Nutmeg H
2 years ago

A beautiful, very special little furball! You are already a winner to everyone who knows you but hoping the judges see just how unique and incredible you are too ❤ Good Luck xx

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Nutmeg H

Thank you Nutmeg. That’s lovely xx

Rolo
Rolo
2 years ago

Good luck Cassie! You are a very special little pup who has made a huge difference to her family – you deserve this! All paws crossed! 🐾

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Rolo

Thank you Rolo xx

Rachel Hunter
Rachel Hunter
2 years ago

Well done Cassie on being such a support and comfort . Enjoy tonight, you deserve it

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Rachel Hunter

Thank you Rachel xx

Hazel
Hazel
2 years ago

Congratulations Cassie for being such a lovely support to your family. Enjoy your award ceremony. You deserve this recognition xxx

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Hazel

Thank you Hazel xx

David Hill
David Hill
2 years ago

Well done Cassie, enjoy tonight! Love from Stanley, a fellow Cava!

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  David Hill

Thankyou Stanley, and David xx

Michael Hallum
Michael Hallum
2 years ago

Congratulations to you cassie getting to the final. You have been a fantastic little ball of fluff . Supporting your family through some really difficult times. Youve always been there by our sides and still you always make us smile. Such a tiny little one with a big heart. Well done cassie and good luck. Xx

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Michael Hallum

Thanks Mike xx

Sue G.
Sue G.
2 years ago

Well done Cassie. Your family have had to face many years of terrible challenges. You have given them so much consolation. You are a loving, cheeky, funny and dynamic little girl. You’re truly a winner to those who know you. Good luck!

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Sue G.

Thank you Sue. Really appreciate your support xx

Louise Farrington
Louise Farrington
2 years ago

Cassie you are one incredible little dog you have helped your family so much and you deserve to win. ❤️ Fingers crossed for you Cassie xx

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago

Thank you so much Louise. Xx

Nirishnee Naidoo
2 years ago

Such a cutie Well done Cassie

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago

Thank you for your support Nirishnee. Xx

Katy and Moomin
Katy and Moomin
2 years ago

Cassie you are a truly incredible pup! 1 in a million! Such a special little girl who has truly changed your family’s life! 💕 You deserve to win this hands down! 😍 Good luck Cassie – all fingers and paws crossed! 🐾

Last edited 2 years ago by Katy and Moomin
Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago

She really is an amazing, if mischievous little pup who helps keep us going.xx

Katy and Moomin
Katy and Moomin
2 years ago

Amazing pup – you deserve to win this! A true pup in a million! Good luck Cassie! All fingers and paws crossed!

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago

Thank you Katy & Moomin. Xx

Jennifer Tanner
Jennifer Tanner
2 years ago

You are a winner whatever the outcome Cassie🐶💕

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago

Absolutely Jennifer. She’ll always be a winner in our eyes xx

Shirley Jordan
Shirley Jordan
2 years ago

Cassie, you may be small but you have got a huge personality and we are all so proud of you for getting this far. You are a one off and we wish you every luck in the world. Thank you for looking after your mummy so well.

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Shirley Jordan

Thank you Shirley. We always say she is a tiny pup with a huge personality. She makes everyone smile and I don’t know if I’d have made it this far without her. Xx

Gill Feltham
Gill Feltham
2 years ago

Beautiful girl, this doesn’t surprise me as Cavachons are the most amazing, loyal, loving breed I’ve ever come across. You should be so proud of your little one 😍❤️😍

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Gill Feltham

Cavachons truly are such a beautiful breed inside and out. We are incredibly proud of her. Xx

Nic Sage
Nic Sage
2 years ago

Good luck Cassie. You so deserve this award and your family are blessed to have you there for them through so many hardships x 🤞❤

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Nic Sage

We really are. I truly don’t know if we’d have got this far without her by our side. Things are still very hard but knowing Cassie is always there means the world to us. Xx

Coleen McGhie
Coleen McGhie
2 years ago

In my eyes Cassie is already a winner being such a special dog. These dogs are know for their amazing nature and Cassie is extra special. I wish Cassie and her family all the best for the future and of course fingers crossed for the 9th. Good luck Cassie x

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Coleen McGhie

She’ll always be a winner In our eyes too Coleen. Just to get to the finals is more than we ever dreamed of. Xx

Jane Orme
Jane Orme
2 years ago

You are one very special & gorgeous girl, Cassie. Wishing you the best of luck. Tilly & Evie send their love and have their paws crossed.

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Jane Orme

Thank you so much Jane, Tilly and Evie. Xx

Morgan Lorraine
Morgan Lorraine
2 years ago

We all think we have the bestest dog ever and Cassie shows just how much empathy they show with us, the mutual love, respect and reliance to enhance one another’s lives. Good luck poppet, you’re a star 🌟

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago

So true Lorraine. Thank you xx

Jenny Willard
Jenny Willard
2 years ago

Cassie, you have done so well to reach the finals. We are keeping fingers and paws crossed for you. You certainly are a very special girl. Good luck 🐾🐶🐾🐶

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Jenny Willard

Thank you Jenny. She really is very special to us.

Victoria
Victoria
2 years ago

Good luck Cassie…..such a special little lady💗 Keeping everything crossed you win as it’s so deserved🤞 xx

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Victoria

Thank you for your support Victoria xx

Ann-Marie Stephenson
Ann-Marie Stephenson
2 years ago

What a lovely dog she is!
Good luck, Cassie 🐾🐾

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago

Thank you Ann Marie xx

Susie Hobbs
Susie Hobbs
2 years ago

To the most wonderful family & equally most wonderful little dog, you are an inspirational team.
I’m blessed to know you & have your beautiful friendship.
You care about & support others despite all your suffering.
Cassie is clearly a gift from above.
You deserve to be recognised and I’m sure receiving this award would be a boost in these tough times.
Go Cassie , you are a truly precious companion , with a beautiful soul & the love you bring to the world, especially your special family, brings such joy and touching emotions.

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Susie Hobbs

Thank you so much Sue. Xx

Lorrae Playdon
Lorrae Playdon
2 years ago

Congratulations Cassie on reaching the finals. You are truly a very special little dog to your family. Good luck in London xx

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Lorrae Playdon

Thank you Lorrae. Xx

Thomas Elaine
Thomas Elaine
2 years ago

Cassie is a wonderful little girl. She came into Sue’s life just at a time when she was needed most. She gives the family a reason to get up in the morning. They have taken time to take her training and she is such a clever little dog. She gives so much support and knows when a cuddle is needed. Listens to sue when she needs someone to talk to. I don’t think sue would be here if it wasn’t for Cassie. Good luck well deserved to get this far. But I am sure she can go all the way.

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Thomas Elaine

Thank you Elaine. Really appreciate your support xx

Maggi Cormican
Maggi Cormican
2 years ago

Good luck Cassie, you are such an amazing little girl 💕🐾🐶

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Maggi Cormican

Thank you Maggi – she really is. Xx

Tina Ross
Tina Ross
2 years ago

Good luck Cassie, you really are a little superhero, you deserve this ❤ xx

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Tina Ross

Thank you Tina. Can’t believe she’s got this far – she’s even had a groom so is slightly less scruffy than usual. Xx

Lorraine Howells
Lorraine Howells
2 years ago

Cassie you are an amazing companion, to a truly amazing family good luck Cassie love to all

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago

Thank you Lorraine. She’s certainly kept us going through the hard times xx

Gina McLeod
Gina McLeod
2 years ago

Cassie, you truly are a little star. Such a loving and wonderful support to your brave, courageous family. Good luck sweet girl x

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Gina McLeod

Thank you Gina. She truly is a great support. We’d be totally lost without her. Xx

Hazel Gault
Hazel Gault
2 years ago

Good luck Cassie, you are just a superstar!

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Hazel Gault

She certainly is our superstar. Thank you for your support. Xx

Sam Cooper
Sam Cooper
2 years ago

Go Cassie! Rocking the best colours you could have! Good luck little one.

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Sam Cooper

Thanks Sam. She’s taking it all in her stride xx

pamela atterbury
pamela atterbury
2 years ago

Oh Cassie , a million thank yous for supporting your human family , you have gone above and beyond , good luck in the finals , though im sure you will win …

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago

Thank you Pamela. She has been amazing and will be a winner in our eyes whatever xx

Ruette Marina
Ruette Marina
2 years ago

Well done Cassie!
You have been such a comfort to your mummy and daddy during what must have been a horrendous few years. And so clever to detect mummy’s cancer too!
The world needs more Cassie’s in this world!

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Ruette Marina

Thank you. Cassie’s certainly been our little lifesaver. Xx

Jarvis Lea
Jarvis Lea
2 years ago

Well done Cassie. What a gorgeous, loving little girl you are.

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Jarvis Lea

Thank you so much for your support xx

Jennifer
Jennifer
2 years ago

Cassie you are a little super star,so so cleaver, loving and loyal. Good luck not that you need it you are a winner in my eyes xx

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago
Reply to  Jennifer

Thank you Jennifer. She’ll always be a winner in our eyes too. Xx

Burgess rogers Karen
Burgess rogers Karen
2 years ago

Good luck cassie xx

Sue Havers
Sue Havers
2 years ago

Thank you Karen xx

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