The Old Folks Home

[Arielle]

Had a busy day today. Was able to visit with my mother while DH took the kids fishing and canoeing. Rushed home to get evening chores done and get kids ready for school to morrow. Dh went to call the dog in and I knew immediately in my heart something dire had happened to Angel. Silence filled the air. DH walked thru the house to tell me he was dead. I still can't beleive my beloved ANgel is gone. I knew we were on borrowed time as he is old for a Rottie and his brother passed just a few months ago. He was so full of life and enjoyed a walk to the bus stop with one of the children, and on the way back I let him off the leash. An obedient dog thru and thru (AFTER we bothe survived his obedience training. ) My Angel. A happy wiggle in his short tail increased to the whole rump swinging and a bright cheery face eager to please. He's with his brother and mom. ANd I am without a dog for the first time in more years than I can remember! THe passing of a friend always comes too soon.

 

[sourland]

Arielle,

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[stonykill]

Had a busy day today. Was able to visit with my mother while DH took the kids fishing and canoeing. Rushed home to get evening chores done and get kids ready for school to morrow. Dh went to call the dog in and I knew immediately in my heart something dire had happened to Angel. Silence filled the air. DH walked thru the house to tell me he was dead. I still can't beleive my beloved ANgel is gone. I knew we were on borrowed time as he is old for a Rottie and his brother passed just a few months ago. He was so full of life and enjoyed a walk to the bus stop with one of the children, and on the way back I let him off the leash. An obedient dog thru and thru (AFTER we bothe survived his obedience training. ) My Angel. A happy wiggle in his short tail increased to the whole rump swinging and a bright cheery face eager to please. He's with his brother and mom. ANd I am without a dog for the first time in more years than I can remember! THe passing of a friend always comes too soon.

so sorry to hear that. We lost our dog Bear when he was 14. Pretty darn old for a Black Lab. That was 1-1/2 years ago and I'm still not ready for another dog.

 

[Arielle]

THese last few years have been particularly tough. THe pets are aging. All four dogs have passed on within 2 years. DH mentioned that we need another dog before fall, because of the coyote. I have been pondering the question of which breed to get again for the last 2 years. I have to admit, the rotties have been the best dog in many regards. However, for the sake of easy, I'm inclined to look for a good quality black lab. Just not right now . . .

 

[Wisher1000]

Had a busy day today. Was able to visit with my mother while DH took the kids fishing and canoeing. Rushed home to get evening chores done and get kids ready for school to morrow. Dh went to call the dog in and I knew immediately in my heart something dire had happened to Angel. Silence filled the air. DH walked thru the house to tell me he was dead. I still can't beleive my beloved ANgel is gone. I knew we were on borrowed time as he is old for a Rottie and his brother passed just a few months ago. He was so full of life and enjoyed a walk to the bus stop with one of the children, and on the way back I let him off the leash. An obedient dog thru and thru (AFTER we bothe survived his obedience training. ) My Angel. A happy wiggle in his short tail increased to the whole rump swinging and a bright cheery face eager to please. He's with his brother and mom. ANd I am without a dog for the first time in more years than I can remember! THe passing of a friend always comes too soon.

I'm so sorry, Arielle. I know there's no replacing him or rushing grief, but a squirmy, face licking puppy would give you a few occasions to smile and something to keep busy with....... just sayin'...........

 

[gryeyes]

Had a busy day today. Was able to visit with my mother while DH took the kids fishing and canoeing. Rushed home to get evening chores done and get kids ready for school to morrow. Dh went to call the dog in and I knew immediately in my heart something dire had happened to Angel. Silence filled the air. DH walked thru the house to tell me he was dead. I still can't beleive my beloved ANgel is gone. I knew we were on borrowed time as he is old for a Rottie and his brother passed just a few months ago.  He was so full of life and enjoyed a walk to the bus stop with one of the children, and  on the way back I let him off the leash. An obedient dog thru and thru (AFTER we bothe survived his obedience training. ) My Angel. A happy wiggle in his short tail increased to the whole rump swinging and a bright cheery face eager to please.  He's with his brother and mom. ANd I am without a dog for the first time in more years than I can remember!  THe passing of a friend always comes too soon.

[COLOR=800000]I'm so sorry, Arielle.  I know there's no replacing him or rushing grief, but a squirmy, face licking puppy would give you a few occasions to smile and something to keep busy with....... just sayin'...........[/COLOR]

what Wisher said.

 

[Arielle]

I remember the neighbor down the hill, back in the 70's, having bought a new yellow lab puppy. We all voted to call her Butterball ! She was a lovely dog, and quickly out grew the butterball stage. THey named her Tia.

 

[stonykill]

I remember the neighbor down the hill, back in the 70's, having bought a new yellow lab puppy. We all voted to call her Butterball ! She was a lovely dog, and quickly out grew the butterball stage. THey named her Tia.

we have a Tia.

 

[Stumpy]

Sorry about your loss, Arielle

 

[Arielle]

Quote: LOL We had a black and white like this, call him "B 'n W" A feral that lived on the porch in a special hut designed for him. Came to trust us in his limited way. Love your Tia.