I lost a wonderful friend today

dragon1952
dragon1952 Posts: 4,907
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It is with extreme sadness that I post the passing of our wonderful little friend. He was our 'little furball', our 'little buddy' our 'good little boy'...he was simply 'the best'. Gordie had major health issues, including diabetes and heart disease, and with the help of medications he battled through them like a little trooper. But the latest, which was very likely a large cancerous growth on his spleen, was more than he could possibly handle so we chose to let him end his life with a modicum of peace and dignity. Even though he wasn't a noisy dog the house is just so silent, it seems, without him. We are simply crushed. RIP Gordie and I hope you are finally pain-free and at peace. We love you.

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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,773
    Rip gordie! Sorry for your loss
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,538
    So sorry man, it is so hard losing pups. You gave him a great life.
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  • nooshinjohn
    nooshinjohn Posts: 25,457
    Very sorry to hear about your loss.
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  • afterburnt
    afterburnt Posts: 7,892
    :'(
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  • Mikey081057
    Mikey081057 Posts: 7,127
    RIP Gordie

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  • GlennDog
    GlennDog Posts: 3,121
    RIP 'little buddy' . . . Prayers for Gordie
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  • gmcman
    gmcman Posts: 1,807
    Sorry to hear about Gordie.. may he RIP.
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  • mhardy6647
    mhardy6647 Posts: 33,957
    I'm very sorry to hear this.
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  • maxward
    maxward Posts: 1,587
    Sorry for your loss. Never a good day when a pet is lost.
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  • dragon1952
    dragon1952 Posts: 4,907
    edited March 2019
    GlennDog wrote: »
    RIP 'little buddy' . . . Prayers for Gordie

    Thanks....an yep, that's what I called him numerous times daily. He was definitely my 'little buddy', all 5.5 lbs of him. He was my "Gilligan" for those of you old enough to comprehend :^ )
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  • dromunds
    dromunds Posts: 10,022
    Sorry to hear that, it’s tough man
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  • Tony M
    Tony M Posts: 11,180
    Sorry to hear this.

    He's surely in Dog Heaven and he's pain free now!
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  • WagnerRC
    WagnerRC Posts: 2,161
    So sorry for your loss . RIP little buddy.
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  • pitdogg2
    pitdogg2 Posts: 25,654
    R.I.P. Gordie. It's never easy losing a loved one.
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  • boston1450
    boston1450 Posts: 7,668
    RIP. Sorry for your loss

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  • BlueFox
    BlueFox Posts: 15,251
    So sad. RIP.
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  • dragon1952
    dragon1952 Posts: 4,907
    Thanks everyone...this really helps with the closure. I don't deal with death very well at all. I've had to do this 3 times in the past 8 yrs with pets due to old age and I can tell the signs by now. I cried the whole way to the vet today because I knew already what the outcome was going to be. They all died in my arms with me blubbering like a baby. This little guy, even though he was just 5.5 lbs, had a 100 lbs worth of personality. He will be so missed.
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  • cfrizz
    cfrizz Posts: 13,415
    My condolences, you did the right thing.
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  • dragon1952
    dragon1952 Posts: 4,907
    Thank you, my dear. The vet said afterward he would have done the same thing so that gives me a modicum of relief. But I would have gladly given my little buddy a few years off of my life if I could have.
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  • Milito
    Milito Posts: 1,965
    Very sorry to hear about Gordie. I had to put our last three dogs we had down also. It's never easy, but you made the right decision and he is no longer in pain.

    Remember the good times with him and he will always be with you.
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  • PSOVLSK
    PSOVLSK Posts: 5,216
    I can imagine him sitting in your lap enjoying the tunes. They are such a great part of your life while they are here, but it's so hard to let them go.
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  • indyhawg
    indyhawg Posts: 1,646
    So sorry to hear. Tough to lose a member of the family.
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  • joecoulson
    joecoulson Posts: 4,943
    Man I’m so sad for all you guys losing family members
    Condolences to you sir
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  • verb
    verb Posts: 10,176
    So sorry to hear brother. Very touching. I miss my little Yorkie even after all these years. RIP good doggie!
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  • machone
    machone Posts: 1,513
    Sorry for your loss. I had a Yorkie for 17 years that I had to put down. One of the hardest days of my life. RIP you little doggie.
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  • Clipdat
    Clipdat Posts: 12,960
    I'm terribly sorry about the loss of your family member. I'm sure he appreciated what good care you took of him.
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  • starkiller
    starkiller Posts: 2,723
    Very very sorry to hear of this :( Our furry pets become one of the family but last way too short a time here on earth so we as humans have to cherish each and every day that they are here with us....all the best to you and your family!
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  • NotaSuv
    NotaSuv Posts: 3,858
    RIP Gordie
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  • Willow
    Willow Posts: 11,055
    My condolences to you and your family.
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  • scubalab
    scubalab Posts: 3,103
    edited March 2019
    So sorry... it’s so hard losing a ‘best friend’. RIP Gordie.
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