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Post by Steve Gappa on Feb 17, 2006 18:09:39 GMT -6
Not trapping, but sue me... My buddy, Beagle, passed away today. He had a good trip to WY to visit the grandkids, but Tues just started slipping away. Warmed up the truck and went on a 200 mile ride this morning- glory days...Beagle sleeping on my knee. Got home. Cuddled him a bit, and my son in law bless his heart came to take him to the vet. He died before Jason got down the block. Loved and spoiled to the end. Daddy's little man... I'll miss him... he was my constant companion- otter trapping, coyote trapping, mink trapping. gopher trapping, all the conventions, birders... I'll miss ya Binky... Boys, I ain't as tuff as I thought I was...  The "Easter Beatle" visiting the kids in WY  My and my guy last night... |
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Post by bobwendt on Feb 17, 2006 18:13:04 GMT -6
been there done that. used to think I was tough too. it`s a blessing to not be tough to the core, makes a real man. sorry buddy for your loss.
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Post by Stef on Feb 17, 2006 18:23:21 GMT -6
Sure a big loss... This dog was like a child for you and Lori and +.
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Post by CoonDuke on Feb 17, 2006 18:28:03 GMT -6
I saw the title of the thread and got a lump in my throat.
Losing a dog is tough because there is very little in a man's life that gives unconditional love from the very first breath it takes to the very last.
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Post by SgtWal on Feb 17, 2006 18:43:56 GMT -6
God be with you. I think there must be a special sunny field somewhere for dogs. If not there should be.
I don't keep dogs anymore. I've said good by to too many friends over the years. Both 2 and 4 legged.
Take care.
wayne
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Post by jeffc on Feb 17, 2006 19:02:10 GMT -6
Sorry for your loss Steve
Jeff
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Post by Traveler on Feb 17, 2006 19:33:35 GMT -6
Very sorry for your loss.I lost the best dog I ever had 7 years ago.It still hurts to this day.I think it always will.Sorry.......................
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Post by dj88ryr on Feb 17, 2006 20:27:46 GMT -6
Lynnis bawling her eyes out, and I am a little misty too Steve. I feel real sorry for you, and I am glad I got to meet him, he was a real special pooch.  |
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Post by bblwi on Feb 17, 2006 20:39:40 GMT -6
Steve, may the spirit be with you and the "pup"
I had a similar experience when our Golden went blind when she was 11 years old. We set a date with the vet for putting her down. All the rest of the family that was going to come along that AM could not get up the nerve to come. So I took Tisa for her last ride just as she always did sitting in the back seat with her jaw on my right shoulder just like she always did. That was the toughest 8 miles I have ever driven. That was 8 years ago and still working up the nerve to get another pup. It is hard to describe how close one can get to a dog. It just seemed like she new what I was going to do before I new it myself.
Bryce
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Post by Stanley on Feb 17, 2006 20:48:23 GMT -6
All Dogs go to Heaven.
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Post by kevinupp on Feb 17, 2006 20:54:10 GMT -6
Todd, you aren't the only one.
This will be short as I try to type through the tears.
Sorry to hear of you and Loris loss.
May he ride the traplines of heaven in peace.
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Post by td on Feb 17, 2006 20:57:37 GMT -6
Sorry for your loss. The little mutts can get to a guy. My wife says she sometimes thinks I love our lab more than her. I'm sure there'll be a tear or two when she's gone. You still have all the memories that will bring a smile to your face.
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Post by coyote on Feb 17, 2006 20:57:45 GMT -6
my sincere condolences, Steve and Lori,
Don
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Post by dj88ryr on Feb 17, 2006 21:04:45 GMT -6
You still have all the memories that will bring a smile to your face. And he will forever grace the HOME tab at the top of the page. |
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Post by musher on Feb 17, 2006 21:09:23 GMT -6
That hurts.
They never live long enough, but that particular dog had a better ride than most. To top it off, the ride was with you guys. Not all beagles are so lucky.
Beagle was also lucky in the way he died. Lots of dogs go the cancer route, the pound route, the car wheel route ...
Heck, if it weren't for the fact that he's dead, I'd say your hound was one of the luckiest dogs around! (Lame humour but true nonetheless.)
It still hurts but the only remedy I know for it is time and a puppy. The good thing about the pup is that it fills the emptyness in the house real quick.
"This too shall pass."
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Post by Craig Todaro on Feb 17, 2006 21:22:35 GMT -6
Sorry for your loss. Great job DJ... |
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Post by HappyPlumber on Feb 17, 2006 21:26:21 GMT -6
Steve, You have my sincere feelings as well. I lost one a couple years ago and had to bury him in the back yard. Probably one of the toughest things I ever had to do. There was an article in the newspaper about the same time about a place called the "Rainbow Bridge" where dogs go after they die. They wait there till their master comes and takes them along the rest of the way. My eyes get so wet, I can't see what I'm typing. Stay tough. HP
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Post by Mudcat on Feb 17, 2006 22:55:46 GMT -6
Hate to hear about your loss.
Best regards,
Mudcat
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Post by JLDakota on Feb 17, 2006 23:32:06 GMT -6
Steve and Lori,
The pain in your hearts will subside and the memories will last forever. Know that in beagle heaven his eyes are again bright, his voice strong and clear, his runnin' gear oiled and there's a bunny in every brush pile. He's lookin' down on you saying all is well. He just traded one damn good life for a new one. As one Dakota to another, I am glad to have made his acquaintance. JL
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Post by 17HMR on Feb 18, 2006 0:16:55 GMT -6
Its hard to lose a close friend. He looks content in that last pic, and I know he had a great life. He will be missed.
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