Denali

[ashauler]

I'm sorry for your loss my friend. I, too, know the pain you two are experiencing. Keep the good memories close to heart!!

[ggiese]

Our 14 year old Rottweiler-Boxer "Orion" is steadily going downhill as well - there's not too many months left for her. One day she looks better - the next day she looks horrible. We're right there with you, my friend - can't stand to see her going downhill and suffering, but too attached to make the "decision".

God speed - Denali will be right there waiting for you, staking out a nice place for her people!

[buzz]

Thanks guys, this has been a lot harder than I thought it would be. I feel for you George, it sucks. Man it sucks. My wife wanted me to say thanks for the thoughts and prayers - she is amazed at the care our little online community has here.

[mrtr33]

Sorry to hear of your loss, buzz. She was a beautiful dog.

[Cigarbear]

It's never easy saying goodbye to a family member be they four legged or two. Keep the memories close and they'll drown out the pain soone enough.

[mail man]

Brother I feel you pain, and I am truly sorry for your loss. Stay strong my freind.

[CptnBlues63]

Had to say goodbye to our little old dog named Ashes in June 2010. He was 14 at the time.

My wife had him for 5 years before we met and as she puts it, he was "the longest relationship she'd ever had before me". Because she had him before I came along, I left the decision as to when, totally up to her. It was a tough call but she did the right thing. I know what it cost my wife to let him go (and me too) so I know what it cost you and your lady.

We still had two more dogs and that helped a lot in dealing with the loss.

A year later we both still miss him a lot, and we always will. But the sharp pain has gone and all that's left is the sweet memories of a good friend and loyal companion. The day will come when talks of your friend won't hurt and they will be about the funny things and the good times and bring a smile to your face remembering. In the mean time, know that like all the other pet lovers in here, I too know how you feel and my heart goes out to you too.

We had him cremated and we now have an urn filled with Ashes' ashes sitting beside my wife's easy chair. That often brings a smile to both our faces when we think about it.

Thanks for sharing the pics, she was a beauty!