PHILADELPHIA - A Philadelphia woman on hospice care has one last wish.Valerie Alexander of Old City wants to make sure that her dog, Rosie, who she’s had for five years, is taken care of before she dies. "She’s part of my family," said Alexander. "She’s my child."Alexander has terminal brain cancer, and she was told by her doctor that she only has weeks left to live.
Now, her main concern is finding a safe and loving home for her loyal companion.Rosie has been there for her owner through the good times, and now through the bad times, which is why it is so important for Alexander to not only find a good home for Rosie, but to meet her new owner before she passes. "I want to make sure she gets as much love after I’m gone as she gives.