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Rocky Tribute Book and Calendar for Charity

November 26, 2014 · By Monica Shaw

Rocky: A Dog's Life

If any of you follow me on social media, then you know I had a dog named Rocky who’s been my constant companion and an internet superstar in his own right ever since I rescued him in April 2012. I am sad to report that dear Rocky passed away last week following a (fortunately short) battle with liver disease.

Rocky was already coming on in years when I adopted him, so I’ve always felt that every moment we had together was precious, which might explain why I’m finding his passing particularly tough. Still, I’m grateful that we had as much quality time together as we did, and  I’m also grateful that I took so many pictures of him (upward of 1,000!) to remember him by.

I’ve decided to pay tribute to wonderful Rocky by creating a photo book to celebrate his life. The book is for sale in soft cover and hard back, priced to cover my costs plus a few extra £££ to be donated to Hope Rescue, the rescue center where I found Rocky. I also have a calendar for sale at the bargain price of just £6.

Rocky Calendar

Be uber generous this Christmas by helping out all those loving animals who haven’t yet found their forever homes for the holidays. Buy your book and / or calendar below:

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Some cool ways to display your calendar…

The cork technique…
Rocky Calendar

Good ol’ sticky tack on the wall:

Rocky Calendar

Ye olde hole punch and nail:

Rocky Calendar

Fridge magnets:

Rocky Calendar

About Monica Shaw

Veg lover, dog owner, hill walker, wild camper, avocado addict, nerd. I write about how to be awesome through a "smarter fitter" approach to eating, drinking, living and working.
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  1. Mardi (eat. live. travel. write.) says

    November 26, 2014 at 5:48 pm

    Monica I am teary all over again. What a lovely life Rocky led and how lucky you both were to find each other. I’d love a calendar. Rocky was my boy, you know! XO

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    • Monica says

      December 1, 2014 at 12:11 pm

      The calendar is in the works!

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      • Mardi (eat. live. travel. write.) says

        December 5, 2014 at 3:24 pm

        DONE. <3

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  2. Mex says

    November 27, 2014 at 2:34 pm

    So sorry to hear about Rocky’s passing, particularly as I never got to meet him, but I felt as though I knew him through the internet. Looking forward to receiving the book – it’s a lovely tribute!

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  3. Dottie Shaw says

    November 27, 2014 at 5:59 pm

    I am overjoyed that you’ve done this book in honor of Rocky and for such a tremendous cause, Monica…. can’t wait to hold it in my hands and feel it in my heart.

    Reply
  4. Jo says

    November 28, 2014 at 1:47 pm

    What a beautiful idea. I’d certainly be interested in the calendar version. Thank you Monica for sharing your boy with us. x

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  5. kellie@foodtoglow says

    November 28, 2014 at 2:29 pm

    I felt like I knew Rocky through your chatty words about him and your gorgeous pictures of him on your stunning walks through the countryside. I would love to have his handsome face on a calendar for myself.

    Reply
  6. Stephen Shaw says

    December 2, 2014 at 6:46 am

    The calendar is a great way to remember Rocky as well. Different pictures of his adventures from Spain to Scotland.

    Reply

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  1. Meet The Blogger | Monica Shaw » Kavey Eats says:
    December 15, 2014 at 9:29 am

    […] beloved (and extremely photogenic) dog Rocky recently passed away. As a tribute, I’ve created a book and calendar of Rocky photos, both of which I’m selling to raise money for Hope Rescue, a charity and rescue centre where I adopted Rocky from. The calendar costs just £6 – a […]

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