Poppy Tinribs: Detective Off Duty
Poppy Tinribs crossed the rainbow bridge today.
She was around five when we rescued her. Always skinny—hence the name. We never knew exactly what had happened before she came to us, but it showed in the way she carried herself. Wary. Watchful. Careful around people.
She never asked for anything, not even food. If a bowl was put down, she ate quietly and gratefully, but she never pushed forward or demanded more. She simply accepted what came.
It was Issy who found her out in the campo—all ribs and guarded eyes. But once she settled, she became top dog. No fuss. No noise. Just quiet authority.
When we travelled in the campervan, her safe space was the bottom bunk behind the bathroom. Tucked away. Out of sight. Her own little den where she could retreat and feel secure.
She loved affection. A sofa. A hand resting beside her.
She was also one of the star detectives in the Issy & Poppy Investigate series. Tinribs didn’t seek the spotlight, but she was always observing. Thinking. Watching. Doing her job in her own way.
She simply was Poppy Tinribs.
We had over seven years together.
I’m going to miss her.
Detective Tinribs, off duty.
The Legacy of Detective Tinribs
Poppy’s adventures live on in two very different worlds. You can revisit her finest cases in the adult political satire series, Issy & Poppy Investigate 🐾 Political satire with greyhound detectives, or follow her gentler exploits in Issy & Poppy: Kids Edition 🐾 Bilingual cultural adventures in Spain.
So sorry to read this. She was lucky to find a lovely Dad to look after her & I'm sure you know you were lucky to have her too. RIP Poppy. 🫂
So very sorry for your loss
I'm so so sorry for your loss, she was a lovely gentle soul, and a great runner x
I’m so sorry to hear uncle Phil. I’ve loved watching poppy’s adventures. I know Issy will do her proud and continue them. Sending all my love xx
I'm so sorry 😔
We are so sorry to hear the sad news about Poppy, Phil. You gave her the best life, love and adventures! Lots of love R&P xx
So sorry 💔😢
Never forget she was very lucky to have you (and Issy) for her last years, you've done everything and more for her. You're such a good man Phil and you've written again such beautiful words. All my thoughts for her and for you. Take care mon ami
Sorry to hear your sad news xx
Oh Phil lo siento por poppy
This is such an amazing tribute to Poppy and her adventures
Ah so sorry to hear that Phil sending bigs hugs xx
Sorry to hear that Phil, I think she has had a good 7 extra years with you.
So sorry for your loss Phil. You gave her such a wonderful life after you rescued her.