Southern NY, Dutchess county and below

[ChickenAl]

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Thanks, Roberta. That is one consolation we take from this.

 

[chickendude]

Al, I'm truly sorry to hear about Jack. I have shed more tears over the loss of a dog than I care to admit. They really touch your heart in ways you don't even realize. We provide the basic care and necessities they need but in return we are rewarded ten fold by them. Dogs truly are selfless and 100% devoted to their families. Take solace in the fact that he was well cared for by you. You know this by the devotion, dedication and love they gave back to you. Sorry about your sad day but every time you think of him, remember him with a smile on your face.
Rich.

 

[ChickenAl]

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Rich, you put my same thoughts and feelings so beautifully into words. Thanks, it was what I needed to hear from someone who has been there. Fortunately, we were blessed with lots of fond memories of Jack.

 

[CatsCrazyCoop]

Hi all. I posted once in this thread, I believe - and I passed by to see what was new.

Chicken Al - my heart broke when I read about Jack. I am so sorry. I still haven't recovered from the loss of my Oliver back in 2005, and I lost 2 more dogs horribly -- one in November 2010 and one in July 2011. It is so awful to lose a pet and my thoughts go out to you and your family. I also had to have one of my Silkies euthanized on Wednesday. Loss is never easy.

I guess, just passing on hugs. I am never good at this kind of thing, but I am sorry.

Warmest
Carolyn - Also in Putnam County.

 

[lichick28]

So sorry to hear about your Jack. When I think about our "April" that we lost so suddenly last year all I can do is cry. She grew up with our boys & was part of our family. She died in my lap & I was glad that I was with her. Think of what a good friend Jack was to you. Sorry again Jeanett

 

[CatsCrazyCoop]

Hey all

Anyone interested in a 10 week old Light Brahma pullet and an 8 mos. old Comet and 8 mos old Barred Rock?

I am picking up an EE and Light Brahma from Jersey Shore and they want to get rid of all of them, so I would be happy to do the drive and pick up the girls if someone else could take them. I don't really have the room for all of them - because I am holding out for some Olive Eggers and 1 or 2 white egg layers

Thanks

 

[ChickenAl]

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Carolyn, I feel so sorry for you having to put one of your Silkies down. Then the loss of your three dogs. It doesn't seem right or fair. You are so right that loss is never easy. We love our pets as part of the family, and the loss can be as deep.

Thanks for the hugs. Same back to you. Take good care.



Al

 

[ChickenAl]

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Thank you, Jeanett. And, I'm so sorry you had to lose April. The hurt can last a while. Knowing there were so many good memories makes it a little easier. The devotion from each and every pet is something special. They all have different personalities and can never be replaced.

A few months ago I met a police officer that lost his partner dog. He lived and worked with him and I have never seen a police officer who was so emotional when talking about his partner. The dog was retired from the police force because of age and lived for three more years with this police officer. He was devastated by the loss. For him, it was exactly as if he lost his human partner. He is having a very hard time adjusting. So, we do form these attachments, and are better for having known our furry friends, even though there is loss to deal with.

 

[stoopid]

I'm making popovers....

 

[ChickenAl]

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I just woke up and can smell them from here! Enjoy!