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Sorry to here that dobbo, a loss of a close part of the family is always sad and hard to get over. Think of all the good times and even some of the bad and carry them with you always. Our two dogs are 11 and 10 years old and a ball of energy the same as you described, I try not to think of the day it will come to an end.
Chin up mate
You poor bugger, that's an awful thing but you did the best thing for her so keep the memories of her close and I bet she's thankful for what you so painfully have to do.
Take care,
Xavier.
Hey mate,
Sorry to hear of your loss, as you know I lost my 8 yr old shepherd at Easter and my 9mth old pup at Xmas (hmmm maybe will just pass on religious hols this year!!), so share you and your families pain. Im sure Kelly is up there with all our beloved lost but not forgotten family members of the 4 legged kind:),
Regards
Stevo
Matt, I'm immeasurably sorry to hear this. It's an inevitable day that scares the hell out of me, and has for the last 13 years. You'll not ever forget Kelly and the fond memories will always live on. Till next time.
cant remember where I read this but here goes " I f there are no dogs in heaven then when I die I want to go where they are."
Rgrds
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Its a terrible feeling dobbo,, I had 16 years with Burleigh, The Forum Kelpie, and it took us nearly 9 months before we got Guiness. They play such a big part of our lives for such a long time, its nearly impossible to understand the fact that yes, you will get over it, yes its ok to bawl over the loss of a pet,
yes the next one will be different but all those wonderful dog/master emotions will be the same with the new one.
Theres been a few AULRO pets head north over the last year or two,, and like the previous post said,
when I go,
thats where I want to end up,,
The Last Battle
If it should be that I grow frail and weak, and pain should keep me from my sleep,
Then will you do what must be done, for this, the last battle, can't be won.
You will be sad I understand, but don't let grief then stay your hand,
For on this day, more than the rest, your love and friendship must stand the test.
We have had so many good years, you wouldn't want me to suffer so.
When the time goes, please, let me go.
Take me to where my needs they'll tend, only, stay with me until the end,
And hold me firm and speak to me, until my eyes no longer see.
I know in time you will agree, it is kindness you do to me.
Although my tail its last has waved, from pain and suffering I have been saved.
Don't grieve that it must be you who has to decide this thing to do;
We've been so close 'we two' these years, don't let your heart hold any tears.
Anon
Geez Dobbo
I know how tough that is and how gutted you must be feeling.
You've got me thinking back to my "Missy", and I still get a bit choked up after nearly six years ...
You'll always remember the "times" you had, good and bad, the things, the places.... they really are part of the family.
Best wishes
Stevo
Sorry to hear that Dobbo.
Kelpies are great dogs.
I have a 11yo Black and Tan that had to retire when I stuffed my back up as a farm worker,a real pain as a town dog,but he has saved me so much pain over the years he is a mate.
Great dog,still got lots of go even though he is an old fella.
Chin up,you will treasure your memories.Another will come when you are ready.
Andrew
Thanks guys, the backyard is so empty without her, she was a big part of our family. The kids have all grown up with her so as you can imagine she is missed by all of us. The hardest part for me was when she put her chin on my chest, looking right into my eyes as she was being injected, it was as if she looked right into my soul.