The day after Christmas I learned that my sweet Walter was covered in bone cancer. I was shocked and scared and sick all at the same time. He was an amazing St. Bernard who I rescued as an abandoned puppy I found at a vacant home for sale. He was only 4 months old and on the verge of death. Funny how dogs have a way of finding the person who needs them the most. He rescued me as well, letting me bury my face in his and sob during my darkest time. I did the same as he took his last breath and snored his last snore. Below you'll a great collection that remind us that dogs are truly man's best friend.
The following are dedicated to my Walter,
who I will love forever.
Till we meet again my friend
I love you
This is so heart-rending but lovely in a bittersweet way. I keep telling my husband that when our dogs and cats eventually pass on then I am done with the aggravation of hair and extra dirt, and the aweful pain of losing them! But I know it's just a momentary oversight. Animals in our lives are priceless and heaven-sent. Thanks for sharing the beautiful quotes and your story of Walter. It's very touching.
ReplyDeleteFerret ~ thank you so much for taking the time for your sweet words. That means a lot right now =)
ReplyDeleteI am soooo very sorry for your loss. We just lost our baby on the 14th just 8 hrs after the vet said he would be fine. They are our family and no one can understand unless they too have loved a dog. Walter was beautiful and I know he is happy, pain free and waiting for you. As you know it does get easier with time. God Bless you and Walter. Xoxo
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry. This is one of the most painful things in life to feel. I posted next to you on a blog hop, so I thought I would come over to say hello. My heart breaks for you. I hope you able to recover quickly and find peace.
ReplyDeleteI sit here with tears in my eyes. We lost our 11 yo lab in early Dec. losing a pet is so hard and one can never truly understand unless they are a pet lover. I am so sorry for your loss. Thanks for the tribute to Walter. Know that he is waiting for you at the rainbow bridge.
ReplyDeleteTina, Michal & Mellie: Thank you so much for sharing your own stories and thoughful messages of hope & love that all of us animal lovers share =) So sorry to hear of your losses and I hope these wonderful quotes helped
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry that you lost your sweet, Walter. We lost our 5 year-old Boxer to cancer almost two years ago and I miss him everyday. They really do steal a piece of our heart, don't they? Walter was lucky to have you as his Mama! *hugs*
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Oh I am so sorry for your loss of your precious Walter. I have felt that pain, and I know the joy of my dog now....they are truly unconditional lovers.
ReplyDeleteMy heart is aching for you. I have two boys who are getting up there in age and I dread that horrible, fated day. I'm so sorry for your loss.
ReplyDeleteThank you ladies for taking the time to offer me words of love and support. Aren't dogs just the best things ever! =)
ReplyDeleteHi Marcy, Sorry for your loss. I know how painful it can be.I was cleaning & organizing my daughters room yesterday and she has our passed dogs collar in her dresser drawer. We lost our dog of 10 years, waited a year, healed a bit & last year decided it was time to give another dog a good home. Touching post. Animals can be such a big part of a family. xo Theresa @DearCreatives
ReplyDeleteMarcy - Just reading your sweet post has me in tears tonight. I am so sorry that you lost Walter. In his pictures, he is so handsome and sweet. What a darling face and beautiful eyes. I hope you had many years of enjoyment with him and that you can reflect back on all of those happy times and the things he did that made him special to you.
ReplyDeleteI recently lost my little terrier and it was a heart wrenching loss. You're right, I think the dogs choose us. Honey was a rescue after being caged for 4 years having puppies in a Missouri puppy mill. She turned out to be the sweetest little dog but so sick (congenital disease) from the horrific breeding practices that go on in puppy mills. A warning to your readers: Do not purchase puppies over the Internet! 99% of these breeders are puppy mills. Do your research! Visit the breeder. Ask a LOT of questions. Ask for references. Thanks for listening to me.
And all my best to you Marcy during this difficult time. Take care, Jill in California
I share your pain -- a year and a half ago, I found out that Boomer had cancer and had a week or so left. He died the next day. Eight months later, our other dog, Jesse the Chessie, a rescue, also died. I decided I wouldn't have another dog for a long time, but six short weeks later, Bella, a puppy mill momma twice by 15 months and now dumped, needed a home and is now sleeping on my couch. As one of your posters said, she will never replace Boomer and Jessie in my heart, but she is sharing her heart with us. My heart goes out to you and I share your tears. God Bless.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry about Walter. I am going to go hug my dog, Fritz and say a prayer for you and your pooch.
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful that Walter knew such love from you. Thank you for sharing all of the loving posts about those creatures we love.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear of your loss. RIP Walter. Prayers, D@TheShadyPorch
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry that you lost Walter. I have three 4 legged children now and have been through the loss several times before, so my heart breaks for you. My daughter has a dog now that was born three days after her last one passed away. If we didn't know better this dog came back to her in a new body. She got it after it was adopted and returned twice. It was meant to be with her.
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