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Locked. No further comments permitted.My Best Bud is Gone
May 11 2020 05:34PM more by RainMaker1964
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Hi everyone,

Just feel the need to share my best bud is gone today. He's been with me for almost 15 years and if CNN is monitoring, it wasn't Covid-19. One of the hardest decisions was to acknowledge the need to say goodbye. I know I tried to give him more years; but there simply weren't anymore days left in this mortality. But, it was just age. 3 weeks ago, he gradually stopped eating. I took him in to find he had a cancer. Not much else could be done and he had a good life. So, i lift my glass of bourbon to to toast the life Life of Blu. He loved women even more than me and i will miss him.
      
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RainMaker1964
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May 11 2020 05:38PM     link to this

His picture. But, he hated this one... Made him feel like a real bitch...
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jackrabbit33
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May 11 2020 06:04PM     link to this

Sorry for your loss.

I went through that about 10 years ago. Lost a beautiful Golden Retriever to very similar symptoms. Had to put her down and we all miss her.

The song that reminds me of her is "how do I live" by Leann Rimes
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May 11 2020 06:07PM     link to this

I’m sorry for your loss. Thanks for sharing.
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May 11 2020 06:10PM     link to this

Sorry for your loss, losing a best friend is hard but he lived a long life what a wonderful gorgeous dog ❀️ Sending love your way πŸ’•πŸ’‹
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May 11 2020 06:11PM     link to this

I lift a glass too, with tears in my eyes. Thank You for sharing...
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May 11 2020 06:14PM     link to this

Been there 3 times. It doesn't get easier. I know our dogs had good lives with plenty of love, which they returned five-fold.

We were asked once, what's the best thing about having a dog? Our answer was the love that they give you. They asked us what was the worst part of having a dog. We said, they die.

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May 11 2020 06:16PM     link to this

Sorry for your loss he was beautiful! πŸ’•
RainMaker1964
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May 11 2020 06:20PM     link to this

Thank you everyone.
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May 11 2020 06:23PM     link to this

I'm sorry, Man. You and Blu will be in my thoughts. I'm sure he had a very happy life with you.
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May 11 2020 06:37PM     link to this

Cool dog, sucks when you lose a best bud though
sorry for your loss
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May 11 2020 06:43PM     link to this

Definitely, one of the hardest decisions and devastating times in this life...few are harder. So sorry, I know your pain, and have a similar best bud, whose days are numbered as well.
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May 11 2020 06:47PM     link to this

Aww man, I'm so sorry to hear that.
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May 11 2020 07:12PM     link to this

So sorry for your loss ❀ one of the toughest things ever.
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May 11 2020 07:26PM     link to this

Those are hard days to endure.
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May 11 2020 07:29PM     link to this

Sorry for your loss bro hang in there...
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May 11 2020 07:31PM     link to this

If dogs weren't such great critters we wouldn't miss them so much.
Tight28
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May 11 2020 08:05PM     link to this

So sorry for your loss ... good looking dog xoxo Samantha
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May 11 2020 08:26PM     link to this

Dogs are more than pets, they're family. Sorry for your loss buddy
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May 11 2020 08:33PM     link to this

Sorry for your loss. Been there myself years ago. Your guy made it to 15 which is a miracle in itself. You obviously took good care of him so nothing you could have done any different really.
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May 11 2020 08:37PM     link to this

godspeed........
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May 11 2020 09:20PM     link to this

I’m sorry for your loss. A beautiful animal.
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May 11 2020 09:28PM     link to this

What a big beautiful boy!

May memories of Blu and his love surround you and give you strength in the days ahead.
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May 11 2020 09:29PM     link to this

Really sorry for your loss, but memories will remain forever.
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May 11 2020 09:51PM     link to this


The Rainbows Bridge Poem
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....

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bossanova67
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May 11 2020 10:36PM     link to this

Very sorry for your loss 😒😭
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May 12 2020 12:27AM     link to this

I've been there so I know how much it hurts. Sorry for your loss.
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May 12 2020 01:07AM     link to this

As I read about Blu, I came across this story about how much dogs mean. This man saved a dog he didn't know by giving mouth to mouth to get him to breathe again. I bet the dog now just wants to play ball again...
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captainbodgit
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May 12 2020 06:55AM     link to this

I’m sorry brother, it’s always hard to lose your best friend, but remember the great times you had.

Blu is running free and like the wind, pain free
OCMarc2015
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May 12 2020 07:21AM     link to this

Sorry man. At least Blu is no longer suffering. You made the right call. I have one who is getting near there. I know it will be one of the toughest days for me as well.
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May 12 2020 07:23AM     link to this

Man that's rough. Glad you can remember the good times
RockyFerguson
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May 12 2020 09:02AM     link to this

Cheers to Blu, RIP

Sorry for your loss
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May 12 2020 09:03AM     link to this

What a great tribute to him. He was a beautiful dog and lucky for you both to have had so many good years together. Sending hugs.
RainMaker1964
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May 12 2020 09:03AM     link to this

Hi Community,

These comments have been very touching. I know we all have had some amazing relationships with our animals that simply can't be forgotten. If you currently have a dog, go take him or her for a walk and give thanks to our maker for giving us companions in this world that can love you without judgements... Your all amazing...
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May 12 2020 09:44AM     link to this

I just celebrated 10 years with my dog and I live in fear of the day you just had. I've worked from home almost all that time and he's my constant companion.

Thanks for your reminder to spend time with our dogs.
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May 12 2020 10:00AM     link to this

Sending love
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May 12 2020 10:34AM     link to this

So sorry for loss. Been there myself so many times. The hurt never changes. My book case is just about filled with cedar boxes of my friends. And when time arrives we all be placed together and set into the wind.
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May 12 2020 11:20AM     link to this

I'm sorry you have to go through that. My Golden was 12 when I was getting ready to fight with him for the old age problems. He had home cooking half of his life until we were too busy. I think the dog food got him; he had cancer. I also brought him a baby mattress from eBay for the yard because he likes to sleep outside on the concrete.

The week before he still escaped the yard and played fetch with a neighbor. Then one night he looked strange and very inactive. Before we can do anything, the next day we found him passed away peacefully under his favorite tree. It was hard to deal with the aftermath when it came so suddenly. He's still with us in the garbage and pictures on the wall.
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May 12 2020 11:51AM     link to this

I dread the day I have to make that decision with my big boy.
I now have his puppy with me.
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May 12 2020 11:56AM     link to this

I am SOOOOOO sorry to hear about your loss. I have 2 of my own and they are the love of my life. People who dont have dogs, or pets, cant imagine it. My dogs give UNCONDITIONAL love and I love the HECK outa them. RIP Blu!
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May 12 2020 12:01PM     link to this

Sorry to hear! I'm sure you gave him a great life.
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May 12 2020 12:09PM     link to this

This will bring a tear to your eyes if you have not read it before.

The Rainbow Bridge......

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....
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May 12 2020 12:32PM     link to this


Very sorry for your loss. And no, it just doesn't ever get easier. These best friends are the embodiment of unconditional love. Know that you got all the Blu had to give.



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May 12 2020 12:53PM     link to this

Prayers and condolences going your way....
Your cherished memories will always be there !!

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May 12 2020 01:12PM     link to this

Sorry for your loss. Dogs do know when their time

Is over. I wish we did.
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