Sad News About Tula
This is a post I never wanted to make.
Last Thursday, Tula passed away after her health declined rapidly. She had a form of mouth cancer, likely squamous cell carcinoma.
What we noticed first
Over the last 2–3 months, she started losing weight, even though her appetite stayed the same and actually increased. I suspected Cushing’s disease, so I added our Calming Chews as an alternative option.
What changed
In the last 2–3 weeks, her appetite suddenly dropped and she didn’t want to eat. After another physical exam, I found a mass under her tongue. I added CBD and our Cannabinoid Blend, which helped for a while, but over time it stopped making much of a difference. She became more and more uncomfortable, until it was simply too much.
Her final moments
Tula passed away in her favorite spot on the couch, with me, my wife Catherine, and Cassian beside her.
Our sweet Tula
Tula was almost 16 years old, and she stayed full of life right to the end. She still went on runs and loved playing with her stuffies.
She was with us for nearly 10 amazing years after we adopted her from friends who moved to Northern Canada and couldn’t bring her due to the cold weather. She fit into our family immediately—adjusted to living with a cat, became a little internet superstar, slept on my daughter Aliza’s bed, and became my personal shadow.
She loved exercise, treats, her toys, and the coziest napping spots. She had the sweetest quirks, and it’s hard to imagine life without her here.
So many people around the world loved her too—especially everyone who looked forward to “Tula Tuesday.”
Tula, we love you so much, and you will be deeply missed.
I am so so sorry about Tula. I always looked forward to seeing her and Cassian. I know it will not be the same again. I know that these words won’t make it okay but I hope you find peace and comfort in knowing she’s home and running free. Just like those who have gone before her, everytime you think of her know she’s right there in your hearts.
Hi,
We wanted to take a moment to thank everyone who has sent kind messages and condolences regarding the passing of Tula, Dr. Jones’s beloved dog. Your thoughtful words mean so much to him during this time.
Tula was truly a special soul, loved by everyone here at Veterinary Secrets. She brought joy to so many, and her presence will be deeply missed. Please know that Dr. Jones is reading all of your messages, and your support and care are appreciated more than words can express.
Thank you again for sharing your sympathy and love.
So sorry for your precious loss of Tula!!!. ?? She is in Heaven now. God has a special spot in Heaven for all our beloved pets!
Hi I am so sorry for your lost i just watch the video about your precious Tula shes out of pain now running free in heaven I believe maybe shell see my dog Oscar we lost 6 years ago had her as long as you had Tula died real quickly but it was the hardest thing to bear Rest in Peace Tula .take care Dianna ihavekids33@gmail.com
Hi,
We wanted to take a moment to thank everyone who has sent kind messages and condolences regarding the passing of Tula, Dr. Jones’s beloved dog. Your thoughtful words mean so much to him during this time.
Tula was truly a special soul, loved by everyone here at Veterinary Secrets. She brought joy to so many, and her presence will be deeply missed. Please know that Dr. Jones is reading all of your messages, and your support and care are appreciated more than words can express.
Thank you again for sharing your sympathy and love.
Loved Tula’s presence in all your videos. She was a true star and had the sweetest face. Thank you for sharing her adventures with us. Making the decision to let our precious furbabies pass is the most heartbreaking yet loving thing we can do for them. God bless the Jones Family. Tula made a wonderful impression on us and we appreciate you sharing her with us.
So sorry for your loss Dr. Jones. Sending lots of hugs and helpful healing vibes to help you through this sad time. But please know Tula maybe gone in physical form but not in spiritual form, she is always with you, always ?
Sending my deepest condolences. Sending hugs. RIP Tula.
Dear Jones Family,
My heart really hurts for you all. No matter how long
you had Tula and your other pets, and no matter how
great of a life you shared with them, I know the pain
is so deep and so real. Healing will happen but it will
take a life time to stop hurting.
When I lost my dogs Cody Bear and Buttons who were
my emotional support dogs I ended up in the hospital
because I could not function without them. The trauma
of loosing them robbed me of my life.
I have healed now and I have Kali and Abigail who are the new lights
in my life. Even though it’s been years since loosing Cody Bear
and Buttons I still mourn their loses.
I pray Jesus will bring you a new family, that will bless you with
so much joy again and be the new lights of your life again.
I know Tula had the best care a dog could have and all the love in the world. So sorry for the whole in your home and heart now. We all know that emptiness and silence left behind when loosing a pet. I will be sending you love and light to fill it.
I’m so very, very sorry to hear about Tula. I know you will miss her dearly. Thank you for sharing her with us all these years.
So Sorry for your loss! God comfort you.
Hi Carol,
We wanted to take a moment to thank everyone who has sent kind messages and condolences regarding the passing of Tula, Dr. Jones’s beloved dog. Your thoughtful words mean so much to him during this time.
Tula was truly a special soul, loved by everyone here at Veterinary Secrets. She brought joy to so many, and her presence will be deeply missed. Please know that Dr. Jones is reading all of your messages, and your support and care are appreciated more than words can express.
Thank you again for sharing your sympathy and love.
Dr. Jones, I’m so sorry to hear of Tula’s passing. I think for those of us who have dogs and pets in general, they become our family and to those of us they really become our kids, our boys-girls.
We love them so much! And to those of us who have lost one of our “kids” it is a real hurt that I do not wish upon anyone.
I lost one of my fur babies due to a heart condition and my second fur baby was also ill and 10 days later after loosing his lil buddy he passed due to liver cancer. Just 10 days! They were both 15 years old.
Dr. Jones, I believe God gave us these amazing creatures to care for them on this earth and to love them. From all your posts and caring for your fur babies we know you have cared and loved them with all your heart.
I know I will see my fur babies again, they are just waiting for us to arrive when that time comes, and I feel them and hear them every so often.
Know that LOVE continues on and she is with you always, until you meet again.
I pray you and your family find peace that comes with time. And that you can feel Tula’s spirit by your side telling you she is now healthy, playing,happy and waiting.
God Bless
Hi Gen,
Thank you so much for your beautiful and heartfelt message. Your words truly mean a great deal.
We also want to thank you, and everyone, who has shared kind messages and condolences about Tula’s passing. She was a very special soul, loved by all of us at Veterinary Secrets, and her presence is deeply missed.
Please know that Dr. Jones is reading the messages, and your love, prayers, and support are appreciated more than words can express.
Dr jones and Family, I am so shocked and sorry to hear of your beloved Tula’s passing. She was such an excellent, sweet patient and a joy to watch. I know there are no words but I hope you find comfort in knowing she is free of pain and amongst friends. I’m sure Boyzie, my 32 lb cat (who lived to almost 20yo) will meet her at Heaven’s Gate and introduce her around. Big hugs and sending prayers to your whole family and all who loved her.blow it
p.s. the pix of her in your boat with her little life jacket (I assume that is what she is wearing) is adorable. I hope you blow it up and hang it in a place of honor!
Hi Suzanne,
Thank you so much for your heartfelt message, it truly means a lot.
We’re deeply grateful to everyone who has shared kind words and condolences about Tula’s passing. She was such a special soul, loved by all of us at Veterinary Secrets, and her presence is greatly missed.
Dr. Jones is reading the messages, and your love, prayers, and beautiful thoughts — including Boyzie welcoming her at Heaven’s Gate — bring real comfort. And yes, that sweet boat photo is a treasured favorite.