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I had to let my friend of 13 years go today.
September 22, 2017, 12:16 PM
KPSquaredI had to let my friend of 13 years go today.
His name was Emrick and he was a good hang out dog, great with kids, and no one would question him.
His rear legs were giving out and he was losing control of his bladder. He would have to lay down and rest every 50 feet or so. He was all there mentally, still had his strong bark, but had so much trouble standing up. I gave him a good bath yesterday but I had to give him one again this morning before I took him in. I'm going to miss him.
Thanks,
KPSquared
September 22, 2017, 12:18 PM
sigmonkeyI am sorry for the loss of your friend.
May your good memories be strong and always with you.
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Sig2340My condolences.
Know that in the afterlife, there is a good hang out dog waiting for you.
Nice is overrated
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September 22, 2017, 12:20 PM
vinnybassI'm sorry for the loss of your pal. I've got a number of buddies over there waiting for him.
"We're all travelers in this world. From the sweet grass to the packing house. Birth 'til death. We travel between the eternities." September 22, 2017, 12:21 PM
ensigmaticMy condolences, K
What a handsome pup
What you're describing happened with Emrick was what was happening to
my buddy of nearly nineteen years. He was still sharp. Still lookin' good. But he could barely walk. Had to have help in the litter box.
It's hard to let 'em go...
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Tailhook 84Beautiful dog and obviously a great companion. Sorry you're having to go through this - it always hurts to send a Fuzzy Friend over the bridge. Won't be long before I have to do the same.
"The Truth, when first uttered, is always considered heresy." September 22, 2017, 12:21 PM
BytesSorry for your loss. Putting a pet down is a very bitter pill to swallow
September 22, 2017, 12:23 PM
ArLEOretSorry for your loss. Sounds like he was part of your family.
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September 22, 2017, 12:24 PM
PrefontaineI am sorry for your loss. Had to go through it last year.
Rest, recoup, and get back on the horse. Plenty of furry ones out there that need your love and saving.
What am I doing? I'm talking to an empty telephone
September 22, 2017, 12:25 PM
H&K-GuyGodspeed, Emrick. May you and your human pets find peace amid your passing.
H&K-Guy
September 22, 2017, 12:26 PM
StorminNorminI am so sorry to hear. What a beautiful dog.
NRA Benefactor Life Member September 22, 2017, 12:27 PM
jljonesquote:
Originally posted by Prefontaine:
I am sorry for your loss. Had to go through it last year.
Rest, recoup, and get back on the horse. Plenty of furry ones out there that need your love and saving.
This. We mourn the loss of the ones we love. We then find new love, by making the life of another better.
September 22, 2017, 12:29 PM
stickman428Emrick was a beautiful dog. I'm sorry for the loss of your friend.
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September 22, 2017, 12:31 PM
archermanMy condolences, and RIP Emrik
Archerman
September 22, 2017, 12:31 PM
thundersonHe looks like a good boy. I'm sorry for your loss.
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lunchboxI'm truly sorry for your loss.
September 22, 2017, 12:38 PM
keeoteeI am truly sorry.
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September 22, 2017, 12:39 PM
Rotty37Sorry for your loss.
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September 22, 2017, 12:43 PM
sourdough44Sorry for the loss, great looking dog. That 13 years was a great run with a Shepherd.
September 22, 2017, 12:52 PM
old rugged crossSo sorry my SF friend.
The special bond is never broken.
The joy will return and so will the feel of that special bond in his memory as time march's on.
All the best and now he can really keep track and continue to protect you.
God bless.
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