catcher T Loc: Detroit

this is thor, he was a trained k9, protection,crowd control, and civil agitation, he was trained to take the arm with the a gun, not knowing to probably take a bullet. He was level headed, when I fired him up he was on his feet, when I outed him he was ready for a pet on the head.
When I would be in Detroit I would open the window enough for him to come thru it and come to my aid.
He passed last Thurs. he was almost 12, and even the min before he passed, if I said his name he was on his feet!
I had gave him a treat and a pat in the kitchen, he took it and trotted off, I walked out for maybe 5mins, I came back in, the treat was on the floor and he was on his side laying next to it, I knew something was wrong, I screamed his name and ran to him, he had already passed, I held his head begging him to come back to me. Im sorry I needed sympathy. thank you for listening.

catcher T Loc: Detroit

My vet said that he more then likely had a large stroke/anuresim, there isn't much more that would take them that fast.

Berniceb Loc: Oregon Coast & Hawaii

I am so sorry. He is beautiful. I hope soon, the memories will be a comfort without pain. Our animal family members do get into our hearts. Take care.

Berniceb Loc: Oregon Coast & Hawaii

Can't delete. I sent the same massage twice. Again, I am sorry for your loss.

emrob62 Loc: NEPA

God Bless you Catcher, I know you're going to miss him. What a great looking dog, so sorry for your sudden loss

alaskagirl Loc: Alaska

So sorry for your loss, atleast it was quick, he is beautiful-I mean handsome. : )

catcher T Loc: Detroit

thank you so much. lm trying to remember the good times, like when I would take him to tournaments, or the best would be this one training facility that I would take him to, there were a few guys that were very afraid of him which would make me laugh, they would jump behind a fence when I would walk in,and try not to look him in the eye, that was a natural challenge for him.

ebaribeault Loc: Baltimore

I am so sorry for your loss remember all dogs go to heaven because they love so much and ask so little in return

RiverNan Loc: Eastern Pa

You have my sympathy for the loss of a good companion....I know your pain.

maxamillion Loc: Hampden Maine

I am so sorry for your loss. He was a magnificent dog and hope the memories of the good times will comfort you.

MissStephie Loc: West Virginia

I am sorry for your loss, he was beautiful. My critters are my children, I know how hard it is when you lose one. I pray your heart heals quickly....

Flop53 Loc: Central Illinois

I am so sorry for your loss...you have touched my heart this morning! Thor was a beautiful dog and sounds like an amazing companion. May the kind thoughts of others ease your pain!

Libbysal Loc: From: NJ Living in : Fl.

I am deeply sorrow about your friend. I've lost many and it NEVER gets any easier.But bless you for giving him such a good life and an owner who truly loved him. Cherish his memories, think of how happy he was too.

bark13

So so sorry to hear about the passing of Thor. I understand your pain, I too had my constant companion and partner die suddenly. He was my search dog, his final deployment was 9/11. I still think of him everyday but feel grateful to have had such a wonderful partner in my life. Please know there are others who understand your pain and continue remembering all the wonderful times together.

powerman Loc: Spokane Valley WA

My heart goes out to you. I have had many pets come and go in my years and I know how hard it is. There is nothing like the unconditional love of a dog. You have probably seen or heaard this before, but I'll post it anyway.

The Rainbow Bridge

By the edge of a woods, at the foot of a hill,

Is a lush, green meadow where time stands still.

Where the friends of man and woman do run,

When their time on earth is over and done.

For here, between this world and the next,

Is a place where each beloved creature finds rest.

On this golden land, they wait and they play,

Till the Rainbow Bridge they cross over one day.

No more do they suffer, in pain or in sadness,

For here they are whole, their lives filled with gladness.

Their limbs are restored, their health renewed,

Their bodies have healed, with strength imbued.

They romp through the grass, without even a care,

Until one day they start, and sniff at the air.

All ears prick forward, eyes dart front and back,

Then all of a sudden, one breaks from the pack.

For just at that instant, their eyes have met;

Together again, both person and pet.

So they run to each other, these friends from long past,

The time of their parting is over at last.

The sadness they felt while they were apart,

Has turned into joy once more in each heart.

They embrace with a love that will last forever,

And then, side-by-side, they cross over… together