Rest in peace, Watson
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Rest in peace, Watson
Took my Brittany in this morning with respiratory difficulties. Thought he would get an antihistamine or something and all would be well. X-ray revealed an enlarged heart and a mass in his thorax that was pressing on his airway. Vet said the kindest thing would be to put him down. It was fast and painless -- for my Watson. He was 11 1/2. I got him not long after I was divorced from my first wife, and I can honestly say his companionship saved my life. Our other two dogs are very mopey today. I think they know something is terribly wrong.
Guys, hug 'em if ya got 'em -- for me.
Guys, hug 'em if ya got 'em -- for me.
Re: Rest in peace, Watson
I've had to do the same thing a couple of times. It's not easy. My sympathy to you. Sorry to hear it.
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Re: Rest in peace, Watson
Sorry for Your Loss. I haven't gotton over My last one yet.
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Re: Rest in peace, Watson
I know it's a tough time, Bill. I've had to do that final act of love several times, and it's never easy even though it is right. Get another puppy soon! My current lab is asleep on my foot as I write this. Each dog finds a special place in your family and in your heart! Best wishes. Victor
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Re: Rest in peace, Watson
Thanks fellas. Really means a lot. That little blond toot sleeping on Watson's tookas is our blind mutt. Our Aussie will look after him now that Watson is gone.
Re: Rest in peace, Watson
Sorry to hear it Take comfort in the knowledge that he will be waiting for you on the other side.
Jeremy
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Re: Rest in peace, Watson
what a drag..... so sorry.
spaceman
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Re: Rest in peace, Watson
Ah, Dang, Bill Nothing hurts worse
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Re: Rest in peace, Watson
Sorry for your loss, Brother......
Re: Rest in peace, Watson
What victor said. I am sorry for your loss.
Mike Johnson,
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"Only those who will risk going too far, can possibly find out how far one can go." T.S. Eliot
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Re: Rest in peace, Watson
Prayers sent up! One tough pill to swallow!
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Re: Rest in peace, Watson
It sure does hurt but like most things, time will heal.
Yes, the other dogs know.
I'm to the point where I just can't stand people anymore. I feel happy just hanging with my guns and my dogs.--------------6
Yes, the other dogs know.
I'm to the point where I just can't stand people anymore. I feel happy just hanging with my guns and my dogs.--------------6
Re: Rest in peace, Watson
So sorry to hear this news, hope this helps...
Old No7
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....
Author unknown...
Old No7
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....
Author unknown...
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Re: Rest in peace, Watson
Kind regards,
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Re: Rest in peace, Watson
Sorry! The thing with dogs is ,you know they loved you, and you know you loved them and you are both a whole lot better for it.
a Pennsylvanian who has been accused of clinging to my religion and my guns......Good assessment skills.
Re: Rest in peace, Watson
I am on the board of directors of the local watering hole, it is owned by a co-operative.
One day sitting in there, a person walked in; and his dog snuck in, I know the dog, he came and sat by me.
The owner apologized and started to remove the dog, I said leave him......... I would rather sit with him, than 90 % of the people that went in there.
One day sitting in there, a person walked in; and his dog snuck in, I know the dog, he came and sat by me.
The owner apologized and started to remove the dog, I said leave him......... I would rather sit with him, than 90 % of the people that went in there.
Re: Rest in peace, Watson
sorry for your loss... :(
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Re: Rest in peace, Watson
Sorry for your loss.
I've had to do it myself too many times.
Their companionship is immeasurable.
Dave
I've had to do it myself too many times.
Their companionship is immeasurable.
Dave
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Re: Rest in peace, Watson
So sorry to hear this.
It's been a year and two days since I had to have my boxer mix Abbey put down.
Not a day goes by that i don't think of her, she was 15 and her kidneys were failing, but it still hurts.
Going to give my dogs a big hug right now.
jason
It's been a year and two days since I had to have my boxer mix Abbey put down.
Not a day goes by that i don't think of her, she was 15 and her kidneys were failing, but it still hurts.
Going to give my dogs a big hug right now.
jason
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Re: Rest in peace, Watson
Bill, very sorry to hear of your loss.Sixgun wrote:It sure does hurt but like most things, time will heal.
Yes, the other dogs know.
I'm to the point where I just can't stand people anymore. I feel happy just hanging with my guns and my dogs.--------------6
Dan
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Re: Rest in peace, Watson
this is sadness. we're sorry for your loss. and glad Watson had such a warm home life.
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Re: Rest in peace, Watson
It's a little easier this morning, but I miss seeing his easy lope ahead of me when I walk the 100 yards down to get the paper. Brittanies, with their long legs and short bodies, seem to just float over the ground. My other two dogs are still in serious mope mode.
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Re: Rest in peace, Watson
Sorry for your loss, why such great companions have such short lives is a mystery to me. I hope your other dogs get over it too.
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Re: Rest in peace, Watson
Sorry to hear that Bill. It's always amazing to realize just how much our pets impact our lives.
Re: Rest in peace, Watson
Bill, it's been said that the reason dogs have such a short life span is because they give so much to us. You have my sincere condolences on the loss of your loved companion. I believe strongly that a God of love would not deny us an opportunity to see them again when we cross that great divide. Until then, be consoled in knowing that Watson loved you as much as you loved him.
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Re: Rest in peace, Watson
Very sorry for your loss. Lost one last year and know how you feel. A new pup helps but never takes the place.
"Oh bother", said Pooh, as he chambered another round.
Re: Rest in peace, Watson
Sorry Bill i just now seen this
I know how your feeling pard, my heart goes out to ya and so does my prayers.
I know how your feeling pard, my heart goes out to ya and so does my prayers.
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Re: Rest in peace, Watson
Thanks again, friends. It helps to keep busy, so I'll be cooking today for my nephew and his college buddies passing through on the way to spring break in San Diego.
Also got out my dog breed book. I'm kind of liking the Vizsla.
I think I will have a stone engraved and put it in a spot where Watson always found an interesting scent. I named after Doctor Watson in the Sherlock Holmes series. "Come Watson, the game is afoot!" Holmes would say.
Also got out my dog breed book. I'm kind of liking the Vizsla.
I think I will have a stone engraved and put it in a spot where Watson always found an interesting scent. I named after Doctor Watson in the Sherlock Holmes series. "Come Watson, the game is afoot!" Holmes would say.
Re: Rest in peace, Watson
Sorry Bill.
I dread this day,,,,,
Nath.
I dread this day,,,,,
Nath.
Psalm ch8.
Because I wish I could!
Because I wish I could!