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Laddie is in the big dog park in the sky

Posted : 10/30/2006 2:34:04 AM

Laddie was euthanised at home Oct 27, Friday evening. The vet and tech came to the house and his breathing become even worse and more labored. It was horrible. I couldn't calm him down. I asked him who his friend was and he gave me a kiss on the lips.

We had to muzzle him and the tech gave him an injection to sedate him. I held his head in my hands and smiled and spoke to him softly. When he died he took a part of myself, but he also left a part of himself behind with me.

It's the worst feeling in the world, but I have to keep telling myself I did what I thought was best. All the good years we had together reminds me how much better it is to have loved and lost than to have never loved at all. Nothing is more true than at a time like this.

Debbie R

Posted : 10/30/2006 4:06:33 AM

What a beautiful boy I am so sorry for your loss

marty_ga

Posted : 10/30/2006 6:26:46 AM

Run free again, Laddie. That is a beautiful picture of him...so sorry for your loss.

sharismom

Posted : 10/30/2006 6:45:44 AM

I'm sorry for your loss. Run free Laddie...

Pam

Posted : 10/30/2006 12:03:04 PM

Don't fret, Laddie is very happy right now. And he will be waiting for you when its your time. Hey Laddie, go check out a bully named Holly.

(((HUGS)))

tacran

Posted : 10/31/2006 1:14:44 AM

I'm so sorry to hear about Laddie. The photo you posted is stunning. What a gorgeous dog. I'm sure your heart is broken; I know quite well how that feels. I hope in time that you can smile when you think of Laddie and the love you shared.

Run free Laddie - you were very loved and will be dearly missed by your human family.

nyiceprincess

Posted : 10/31/2006 8:18:39 AM

That is a stunning picture! So lucky of you to have had such a loving and caring family.They will never forget you.Run free and play hard.

pofi_pasquale

Posted : 10/31/2006 10:56:00 AM

Toni, I'm so sorry for your loss of such a beautiful and noble friend. I'm sorry the circumstances were not as peaceful as you could have wished for.

I always say, if they didn't bring so much to our lives, it wouldn't be so hard to lose them.

He really was stunning and he knew your love through his last moments - he told you himself - you were his friend.

Wishing you and DH comfort and peace for handsome Laddie.

rredbird

Posted : 10/31/2006 12:31:55 PM

Peace to you and yours.

Run free at the Bridge Laddie! Look for Lani (my departed heart dog)- she will be happy to guide a beautiful boy like you!

bragg1120

Posted : 10/31/2006 1:17:07 PM

I am too, so sorry for your loss. We all know too well the emptiness that's now in your heart and home. I'm convinced you did the right thing and you did it with love and respect for Laddie. You're in my thoughts and prayers. I'm sure he's already making lots of new friends at the Bridge. Many of our babies will show him around.

Run Free, Laddie. [sm=angel.gif]

Mark

Posted : 10/31/2006 3:40:20 PM

I am so sorry...i just opened this and saw the news...

All the pics i have seen of this beautiful boy showed a very happy pup...

nwmountaingirl

Posted : 11/1/2006 6:11:01 PM

Looking back at the photos and remembering all the adventures Laddie and I had makes me happy/sad. He had a very good life and got to do and see things many dogs only dream of. I love him and miss him and he will never be forgotten.

Thank you guys for your kindness and support.