Wonderful Dogs..............I'll drink to that........
Apr 6, 2016 12:43:32 #
A dog is the only animal that will give you unconditional love and not expect anything in return. We humans are so lucky when we have had a dog to love us. :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:
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Apr 6, 2016 16:25:38 #
Whoa! That was just wonderful. I really & truly feel very sorry for people who do not like, or are afraid of dogs or cats. Animals are just the easiest thing to love and if you can't love something as easy to love as a critter, how can you love a person, as they can be downright difficult to love at times. ;)
Apr 6, 2016 19:20:11 #
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Apr 6, 2016 21:15:55 #
The author John Connolly wrote a story where his character, Charlie Parker, had to hand over his dog to his ex-wife. He wrote:
There are worse things than going somewhere with your dog and coming home without him. But not many.
There are worse things than going somewhere with your dog and coming home without him. But not many.
Apr 6, 2016 22:53:48 #
boberic wrote:
I actually have tears in my eyes thinking about all of our furry friends that are no longer with us. I will all ways love them and miss them. If there is a heaven, and there are no dogs allowed, I don't want to go there.
I know there is a Heaven and I do not believe that God would not welcome my best little buddy. And this is blurry as I try to type.
Apr 10, 2016 16:31:40 #
What a great post. Having had the privilege of being loved by a number of wonderful dogs and wanting to add to this thread and honor all the wonderful "best friends" I've had over the years. It's a little long but well worth the time to read. I don't know who wrote it, it wasn't me but I saved it so it could be shared later.
A Dog's Purpose, (from a 6-year-old)
Being a veterinarian, I had been called to examine a ten-year-old Irish
Wolfhound named Belker. The dog's owners, Ron, his wife, Lisa, and their little boy, Shane, were all very attached to Belker.
I examined Belker and found he was dying of cancer. I told the family we couldn't do anything for Belker, and offered to perform the euthanasia procedure for the old dog in their home.
As we made arrangements, Ron and Lisa told me they thought it would be good for six-year-old Shane to observe the procedure. They felt as though Shane might learn something from the experience.
The next day, I felt the familiar catch in my throat as Belker's family
surrounded him. Shane seemed so calm, petting the old dog for the last
time, that I wondered if he understood what was going on.
Within a few minutes, Belker slipped peacefully away.
The little boy seemed to accept Belker's transition without any difficulty or confusion. We sat together for a while after Belker's death, wondering aloud about the sad fact that animal lives are shorter than human lives.
Shane, who had been listening quietly, piped up, 'I know why.'
Startled, we all turned to him. What came out of his mouth next stunned me. I'd never heard a more comforting explanation.
He said, 'People are born so that they can learn how to live a good life--
like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?' The six-year-old continued, 'Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don't have to stay as long.'
Live simply.
Love generously.
Care deeply.
Speak kindly.
Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like:
When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.
Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy.
Take naps.
Stretch before rising.
Run, romp, and play daily.
Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.
On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.
When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
Eat with gusto and enthusiasm. Stop when you have had enough.
Be loyal. Never pretend to be something you're not.
If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.
When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and nuzzle them gently.
Be always grateful for each new day.
ENJOY EVERY MOMENT OF EVERY DAY because you don't know if it'll be your last!
A Dog's Purpose, (from a 6-year-old)
Being a veterinarian, I had been called to examine a ten-year-old Irish
Wolfhound named Belker. The dog's owners, Ron, his wife, Lisa, and their little boy, Shane, were all very attached to Belker.
I examined Belker and found he was dying of cancer. I told the family we couldn't do anything for Belker, and offered to perform the euthanasia procedure for the old dog in their home.
As we made arrangements, Ron and Lisa told me they thought it would be good for six-year-old Shane to observe the procedure. They felt as though Shane might learn something from the experience.
The next day, I felt the familiar catch in my throat as Belker's family
surrounded him. Shane seemed so calm, petting the old dog for the last
time, that I wondered if he understood what was going on.
Within a few minutes, Belker slipped peacefully away.
The little boy seemed to accept Belker's transition without any difficulty or confusion. We sat together for a while after Belker's death, wondering aloud about the sad fact that animal lives are shorter than human lives.
Shane, who had been listening quietly, piped up, 'I know why.'
Startled, we all turned to him. What came out of his mouth next stunned me. I'd never heard a more comforting explanation.
He said, 'People are born so that they can learn how to live a good life--
like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?' The six-year-old continued, 'Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don't have to stay as long.'
Live simply.
Love generously.
Care deeply.
Speak kindly.
Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like:
When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.
Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy.
Take naps.
Stretch before rising.
Run, romp, and play daily.
Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.
On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.
When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
Eat with gusto and enthusiasm. Stop when you have had enough.
Be loyal. Never pretend to be something you're not.
If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.
When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and nuzzle them gently.
Be always grateful for each new day.
ENJOY EVERY MOMENT OF EVERY DAY because you don't know if it'll be your last!
Apr 10, 2016 17:18:42 #
richosob
Loc: Lambertville, MI
Galaxy wrote:
What a great post. Having had the privilege of bei... (show quote)
Thanks for this great story, I too have been blessed with many great dogs and I'm partial to labs, although everyone has their own special breed. We rescued a dog last May and she was a mixed breed. She was no young pup and our vet put her age at about ten years. It took several months for her to get comfortable enough to start letting her personality shine through and she is a beautiful little lady. We just found out she has cancer and her life will be cut short, vet thinks it will only be a few months before she leaves for that "rainbow bridge". Wish we had more time with her but it has been a pleasure to spend what time we have with her.
Rich
Apr 10, 2016 19:35:29 #
As a Dog Lover I thank you for bringing tears to my eyes and love into my heart. I have had to put down 3 of my Dog friends and can not get over them.
Don
Don
Apr 12, 2016 07:46:08 #
donrosshill wrote:
As a Dog Lover I thank you for bringing tears to my eyes and love into my heart. I have had to put down 3 of my Dog friends and can not get over them.
Don
Don
The exact same thing for me. I also had to put down three and I just can't seem to get over it. Maybe someday....Rich
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