Quote of the Week
“Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole.”
Roger Caras
Editor’s Note – After 13 + years, I had to put my dog down today. Forrest (he was named before got him after Forrest Gump) was my best friend. I am devastated but he had a great life. He was a rescue dog who needed one surgery on his left knee and five on his right (it never truly developed anyway). Nothing could stop that dog. His snoring and his gas was unbearable but I loved him with all my heart. RIP Dubber (his nickname)
I also have an older dog, who is quite rickety and yet still has a force of spirit that keeps her going. She sleeps a lot, but boy, is she happy when I get home!
I’m sorry you will be missing that, and I too (like Sir Lance-a-Lot) dread the inevitable…
You can’t “replace” an old friend, but as you heal, remember:
“It came to me that every time I lose a dog they take a piece of my heart with them, and every new dog who comes into my life gifts me with a piece of their heart. If I live long enough all the components of my heart will be dog, and I will become as generous and loving as they are.” – Anonymous
Thanks so much for that!
Doug
Hugs, Doug. Been there. Will be there again and it is always hard. Loving is always the right thing to do.
With ya man.
I’m very sorry, Doug.
I’ve got a 15-ish year old dog and I dread the day.
My thoughts are with you.
ty