R.i.p.

j allen

Sorry for your loss. It sounds like you gave him a lot of love, which is the best gift to give a dog.

apphd

Sorry for your loss. Your loss is painful enough don't beat yourself up by blaming you. You did what was right, got professional treatment, and had the love for him to end his pain when it was time.

Danny Tse

Tony, I am very sorry about your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences.

My dog Bogi has a weakened ACL and will eventually required surgery. Rimadyl was one of the meds his vet prescribed but we eventually took him off of it simply because he seemed to be doing ok without it. Fingers crossed. My elderly mother, who has symptoms of dementia, is very attached to Bogi (talk about separation anxiety on my mom's part), would be devastated if anything happened to Bogi.

hearingimpared

Joe08867 wrote: »

My Condolences, A Prayer for GSD,

Treat me kindly, my beloved master, for no heart in all the world is more grateful for kindness than the loving heart of me.

Do not break my spirit with a stick, for though I should lick your hand between the blows, your patience and understanding will more quickly teach me the things you would have me do.

Speak to me often, for your voice is the world's sweetest music, as you must know by the fierce wagging of my tail when your footsteps falls upon my waiting ear.

When it is cold and wet, please take me inside, for I am now a domesticated animal, no longer used to bitter elements. And I ask no greater glory than the privilege of sitting at your feet beside the hearth. Though had you no home, I would rather follow you through ice and snow than rest upon the softest pillow in the warmest home in all the land, for you are my god and I am your devoted worshiper.

Keep my pan filled with fresh water, for although I should not reproach you were it dry, I cannot tell you when I suffer thirst. Feed me clean food, that I may stay well, to romp and play and do your bidding, to walk by your side, and stand ready, willing and able to protect you with my life should your life be in danger.

And, beloved master, should the great Master see fit to deprive me of my health, do not turn me away from you. Rather hold me gently in your arms as skilled hands grant me the merciful boon of eternal rest--and I will leave you knowing with the last breath I drew, my fate was ever safest in your hands.

Originally posted by Shack;

A DOG'S PURPOSE

Being a veterinarian, I had been called to examine a ten-year-old Irish Wolfhound named Belker. The dog's owners, Ron, his wife Lisa, and their little boy Shane, were all very attached to Belker, and they were hoping for a miracle.

I examined Belker and found he was dying of cancer. I told the family we couldn't do anything for Belker, and offered to perform the euthanasia procedure for the old dog in their home. As we made arrangements, Ron and Lisa told me they thought it would be good for six-year-old Shane to observe the procedure. They felt as though Shane might learn something from the experience.

The next day, I felt the familiar catch in my throat as Belker 's family surrounded him. Shane seemed so calm, petting the old dog for the last time, that I wondered if he understood what was going on. Within a few minutes, Belker slipped peacefully away.

The little boy seemed to accept Belker's transition without any difficulty or confusion. We sat together for a while after Belker's death, wondering aloud about the sad fact that animal lives are shorter than human lives. Shane, who had been listening quietly, piped up, "I know why."

Startled, we all turned to him. What came out of his mouth next stunned me. I'd never heard a more comforting explanation.

He said, "People are born so that they can learn how to live a good lfe -- like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?" The Six-year-old continued, "Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don't have to stay as long."

So live like a dog:

Live simply.
Love generously.
Care deeply.
Speak kindly.

Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like:

- When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
- Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.
- Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy.
- Take naps.
- Stretch before rising.
- Run, romp, and play daily.
- Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
- Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
- On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.
- On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.
- When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
- Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
- Be loyal.
- Never pretend to be something you're not.
- If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.
- When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by, and nuzzle them gently.

ENJOY EVERY MOMENT OF EVERY DAY.

If these two don't put a basketball sized lump in your throat and make you want to hug and kiss your pet, you need to turn in your human being card.

I have tears rolling as I write this.

I'm constantly thinking about you Brother Tony and pray for your heart's comfort.

dee1949

Sorry for your Loss. He will have a lot of good company where he has gone. All DOGS go to heaven.

reeltrouble1

Tony I suspect he is doing flips now like never before. Hard though for those to whom a dog has loved and now left behind, I suppose that the two of you found each other is the best thing, those memories are eternal.

Anyone who has lost their dog knows the sorrrow when friend like this is gone, a tough one to handle.

Take care my friend.

Ted

superjunior

so sorry to hear man