Oh no, Springie. I'm all teary-eyed with you.

I had 4 dogs at one point, and am currently down to one, so I feel your pain. Sikari was my special little one. She spent so much time under my desk, keeping me company, that DH put a "Sikari's Office" label on the bottom of my desk. If one of us gave each other a hug, or a massage, or whatever, Sikari would try to squirm in between and hog all the lovin'. When she had a medical issue we brought her in for a routine procedure, but she had a freak reaction to the anesthetic and never woke up.

Take all the time you need. People who don't have dogs, or who haven't had that special dog who bonds so closely to you, really don't understand. It's like losing a part of yourself.

*hugs*

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Eagle Whisperer

So sorry to hear of your loss Springie.

They are one of the family, as dependent of their owners as any child is, and their passing is as devastating as losing a child.

I know you won't forget him, but in time you'll remember the good times with fondness, and the pain will ease.

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Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement; nothing can be done without hope. - HELEN KELLER

Oh, Springie! I don't know what to say.

It's always so hard to lose a pet! (Believe me, I know.)

Take whatever time you need. We're not going anywhere.

And if you need a shoulder to cry on, just hit me with a PM.

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Playing darts with the Condor's feather shuriken...

I'm so sorry, Springie! I was practically raised by dachshunds, so I know what you're going through. The good memories will eventually outnumber the sad thoughts you're feeling now. In the meantime, remember we're here for you.

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“There are worse crimes than burning books. One of them is not reading them." --Ray Bradbury

Oh no, I am so sorry, Springie! Heartfelt wishes to you and your family to find some comfort, with your shared memories of Buster, during this sad, sad time of loss.

Hugs, Springie. I am so sorry.

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"The heart has its reasons, of which reason knows nothing." -- Blaise Pascal

Just this side of heaven
is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable. All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind. They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster. You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart. Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together...

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May the bad things get lost on the way to you door!

Thanks so much for all of the kind words. I am still reeling...but at least now I have a little distraction in the house. Little Oliver is a sweetheart...

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There is no problem that cannot be solved with time, patience, and a judicious amount of high explosives.