There are so many things I miss out on everyday in life but there's one thing I will miss forever, that's the sincere kindness Stoli brought to my heart and home. I am convinced that he was here with me for such a short time only because of the enormous amount of giving that came from this beautiful boy while he was here. His unique purpose had been fulfilled!

Stoli was such a pleasurable surprise to have. He was all bullmastiff, head to toe, inside and out. He brought smiles to my heart and comfort to my soul. His cautious temperament along with his bold appearance brought a realistic appreciation to the term "demands respect".  

Stoli's misfortune seemed to follow him throughout his life. First, at only a year and a half old when his owner passed away in a fatal vehicle incident. I quickly welcomed Stoli and his lovely littermate sister Naughty  into my home as the offspring of my amazing Cassanova.  They both immediately stole my heart. His puppyish softness and big, beautiful, brown eyes were irresistible, there's nothing about Stoli that anyone wouldn't have fallen head over heels over!!

Pam McClintock once wrote in a touching article about loss; “My dogs…I rejoice in their lives, I grieve at their death. They have enriched my world”. Stoli enriched so many people's worlds, mine especially.