Rest in Peace, Tryst: 2000-2011
Known for his insatiable hunger and ability to extract belly-rubs from strangers, Tryst, the Great Corgi Ambassador of Woofdom, passed away on June 18th, 2011 after a bout with an aggressive brain tumor.
Ever an adventure dog, Tryst enjoyed hiking, swimming, and parties. During his urban hipster days in San Francisco, he was known as an avid MUNI rider, and developed a protocol for sticking his tongue into people’s pitchers of beer at the Park Chalet. Tryst retired from the urban life in 2008 to enjoy his golden years in the scenic Napa Valley.
Tryst’s charitable activities included participation in the annual SF AIDS Walk as the mascot of the Gap Inc. booth and service as an agility mentor at the SFSPCA. He was a founding member of the San Francisco Corgi Collective, and most recently held the position of Senior Corgi at the L---/B--- residence. Despite his successful career, Tryst was continuously frustrated by the endemic lack of unlimited food and lobbied for corgis to be placed in charge of the national food supply. His sound bites on this subject included, “You can food anything if you just eat it,” and “Eat first, ask questions later.”
As a result of his strong work ethic, natural talent, and huge tongue, Tryst excelled in an elusive trifecta of skills: athleticism, eating, AND good behavior. Notable achievements included Champion - Level 3 in CPE Agility, first runner-up in the “My Corgi Will Eat That” 2001 competition, and the AKC’s Canine Good Citizen award.
Tryst commanded a large and loyal following. “He has always had more friends than I have,” said Tricia, one of his humans. He will be remembered by the vast volume of fur that he left behind in homes and cars. As an example of Tryst’s ability to inspire conversion, one prominent Washington DC attorney reported, “I did not really like dogs as an adult before Tryst. But he won me over with his tireless harassment and shameless mooching. Now I love dogs and always walk up to pet them. May the hand of G-d rub his belly for all eternity.” Asked about Tryst’s popularity among canines, his brother Radar simply said, “Aaa-roo!!!”
The University of California Veterinary Hospital in Davis and California Pet Hospital in Napa provided excellent care to Tryst during his illness.
Tryst is survived by his adopted brother Radar, as well as human family Tricia, Will, and Ingrid, and mortal enemy Roomba the Vacuum. There are unconfirmed reports of several children.
Rest in Peace, Tryst: 2000-2011
Known for his insatiable hunger and ability to extract belly-rubs from strangers, Tryst, the Great Corgi Ambassador of Woofdom, passed away on June 18th, 2011 after a bout with an aggressive brain tumor.
Ever an adventure dog, Tryst enjoyed hiking, swimming, and parties. During his urban hipster days in San Francisco, he was known as an avid MUNI rider, and developed a protocol for sticking his tongue into people’s pitchers of beer at the Park Chalet. Tryst retired from the urban life in 2008 to enjoy his golden years in the scenic Napa Valley.
Tryst’s charitable activities included participation in the annual SF AIDS Walk as the mascot of the Gap Inc. booth and service as an agility mentor at the SFSPCA. He was a founding member of the San Francisco Corgi Collective, and most recently held the position of Senior Corgi at the L---/B--- residence. Despite his successful career, Tryst was continuously frustrated by the endemic lack of unlimited food and lobbied for corgis to be placed in charge of the national food supply. His sound bites on this subject included, “You can food anything if you just eat it,” and “Eat first, ask questions later.”
As a result of his strong work ethic, natural talent, and huge tongue, Tryst excelled in an elusive trifecta of skills: athleticism, eating, AND good behavior. Notable achievements included Champion - Level 3 in CPE Agility, first runner-up in the “My Corgi Will Eat That” 2001 competition, and the AKC’s Canine Good Citizen award.
Tryst commanded a large and loyal following. “He has always had more friends than I have,” said Tricia, one of his humans. He will be remembered by the vast volume of fur that he left behind in homes and cars. As an example of Tryst’s ability to inspire conversion, one prominent Washington DC attorney reported, “I did not really like dogs as an adult before Tryst. But he won me over with his tireless harassment and shameless mooching. Now I love dogs and always walk up to pet them. May the hand of G-d rub his belly for all eternity.” Asked about Tryst’s popularity among canines, his brother Radar simply said, “Aaa-roo!!!”
The University of California Veterinary Hospital in Davis and California Pet Hospital in Napa provided excellent care to Tryst during his illness.
Tryst is survived by his adopted brother Radar, as well as human family Tricia, Will, and Ingrid, and mortal enemy Roomba the Vacuum. There are unconfirmed reports of several children.