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Haley, a dog well known to Batavia Muckdogs fans, passes

By Howard B. Owens

Sad news for Batavia Muckdogs fans from Don Rock, head groundskeeper: He had to put down his dog, Haley, who was a familiar part of game days at Dwyer Stadium the past few years.

Rock said Haley had kidney problems.

"It was a very difficult thing for me to have to do and right now it is very rough for me, to say the least," Rock said.

Kyle Couchman

My condolences Don, I too have had to give relief to a couple of my fur bearing children after they had a full life. Its never easy nor simple. But I live on knowing they had a life of love and comfort. Although some can't get another after such a loss it's my feeling that these companions would wish for us to share that love we had for them with another. Especially a pet which hasn't had such a good time of it.

May you find the strength and peace to heal the emptiness that your loved one's departure has left.

Feb 17, 2015, 12:45pm Permalink
Susan Brownell

Rock, I am so sorry to hear about Haley. We met you both this summer a couple of times at Godfrey's pond, and Haley was super sweet! We are thinking of you . :(

Feb 18, 2015, 8:50pm Permalink

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