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Now that the holidays are mostly done and the initial shock has worn off, we need to share the passing of our beautiful, sweet Sam, at 5:55am on 12/23. He spent the evening of 12/22 in distress, with us laying close to him, asking what he wanted and needed. Eventually, after many attempts to find an emergency vet who’d take us (note: harder to find than expected—apparently COVID hits every facet of our lives), we arrived, Sam in his red wagon, to our destination. They stabilized him, noting his various symptoms equated to a poor prognosis, which we’d already surmised. After stabilization and discussion, the decision was made to release our dear sweet Sam from his suffering.

Sam was #thebestdogever. Truly. From our first meeting, he was gentle, kind. It was unbelievable to us that he had been returned to PACC with the moniker “Nipper” because he never—not once—nipped at anyone, ever. Sam was the gentlest of souls. He ran with Rita, stopping patiently that one time she tripped over a speed hump, until both resumed. Sam loved visits at various coffee shops (saying hello to Alex at Starbucks, hanging at Crave). He always welcomed all humanity, and all animal beings.

Sam was trained as a therapy dog. Problem was, because he was such a friendly boy, he never passed his test (“Hi, how are you? Oh man, I blew the test! Oh well—that’s my new friend!?)

Sam was beautiful, hairy, loving, and thoroughly present to life, even as his light faded, as do all our lights over time. We were blessed to have this beautiful soul in our lives. We love and miss you, Sam, more than you can ever know. Namaste.

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RIP Sam
 
Now that the holidays are mostly done and the initial shock has worn off, we need to share the passing of our beautiful, sweet Sam, at 5:55am on 12/23. He spent the evening of 12/22 in distress, with us laying close to him, asking what he wanted and needed. Eventually, after many attempts to find an emergency vet who’d take us (note: harder to find than expected—apparently COVID hits every facet of our lives), we arrived, Sam in his red wagon, to our destination. They stabilized him, noting his various symptoms equated to a poor prognosis, which we’d already surmised. After stabilization and discussion, the decision was made to release our dear sweet Sam from his suffering.

Sam was #thebestdogever. Truly. From our first meeting, he was gentle, kind. It was unbelievable to us that he had been returned to PACC with the moniker “Nipper” because he never—not once—nipped at anyone, ever. Sam was the gentlest of souls. He ran with Rita, stopping patiently that one time she tripped over a speed hump, until both resumed. Sam loved visits at various coffee shops (saying hello to Alex at Starbucks, hanging at Crave). He always welcomed all humanity, and all animal beings.

Sam was trained as a therapy dog. Problem was, because he was such a friendly boy, he never passed his test (“Hi, how are you? Oh man, I blew the test! Oh well—that’s my new friend!?)

Sam was beautiful, hairy, loving, and thoroughly present to life, even as his light faded, as do all our lights over time. We were blessed to have this beautiful soul in our lives. We love and miss you, Sam, more than you can ever know. Namaste.

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A loving tribute to a beautiful friend. Run in peace, Sam.
 
RIP Syd 2007-1/26/2022


This was right when we got him, Aug '07 with his blind sister Stevie who we delivered to her new home in NV.

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At a couple different Surf & Turf gatherings, probably '07 and '08

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At a Mountain Bike gathering, Boggs Demonstration Forest, probably also '08.

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Looks like he was a great companion.
This is never easy our pets become part of the family.
RIP Syd
 
RIP Syd 2007-1/26/2022


This was right when we got him, Aug '07 with his blind sister Stevie who we delivered to her new home in NV.

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At a couple different Surf & Turf gatherings, probably '07 and '08

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At a Mountain Bike gathering, Boggs Demonstration Forest, probably also '08.

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Syd was a fortunate pup as was your pack to have Syd. My condolences to your pack brothers.
RIP Syd.
Your love will never be forgotten…
 
A true land cruiser feline. Rocket was a stray that found my shed in Maryland and then got to live in a deluxe garage in North Carolina. He had only 4 teeth and bum leg that never stopped him. At least than 5lbs. Since we had him and a unibrow. Cool little guy! He'll be missed!!!

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RIP cruiser Cat Rocket
 
A true land cruiser feline. Rocket was a stray that found my shed in Maryland and then got to live in a deluxe garage in North Carolina. He had only 4 teeth and bum leg that never stopped him. At least than 5lbs. Since we had him and a unibrow. Cool little guy! He'll be missed!!!

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Sorry for your loss. Shop cats and barn cats are the coolest. He did well to find a home with you.
 
I can't like every post in this thread. But, I wanted to give my condolences to everyone who lost someone close! I never posted last year, but my 13 year old GSD passed in may of 2021. It hurt me a lot, as he was the best dog I've ever had in my life. I've just been thinking about him a lot lately, since I'm finally thinking about bringing another dog home. I'm sure my malinois would love another dog who can keep up with her, when I can't.

Anyway, I'm crying like a baby again just thinking about him. Guess, I had to get this out though. Glad, we have this forum and all the great cruiser heads on here!
 
I can't like every post in this thread. But, I wanted to give my condolences to everyone who lost someone close! I never posted last year, but my 13 year old GSD passed in may of 2021. It hurt me a lot, as he was the best dog I've ever had in my life. I've just been thinking about him a lot lately, since I'm finally thinking about bringing another dog home. I'm sure my malinois would love another dog who can keep up with her, when I can't.

Anyway, I'm crying like a baby again just thinking about him. Guess, I had to get this out though. Glad, we have this forum and all the great cruiser heads on here!

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Yes....DO IT!

Believe me....we have all suffered a loss....just as you describe. And the pain never quite goes away. But your beloved friend would not have you grieve forever, they would not want that for us....I am certain of that. IF you did all you could to give your pet a good, healthful, happy life....then you did your part.

Each time we elect to bring a pet/friend into our lives.....we unwittingly set ourselves up for a heartache. In nearly every case, we outlive our pets. Their little lives are fleeting 7 times faster than ours. So at some point we are forced to say good bye. And God knows it isn't easy.

You can never 'replace' your lost pet. It isn't possible and should never be the reason to get another one. But stepping up and giving ANOTHER deserving pet the same good life as the one before......is an admirable and rewarding thing to do (if circumstance permits). There are many, many deserving pets out there just waiting.

Each will bring you more joy, companionship and happiness than you can ever hope to pay back. DO IT!
 
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Yes....DO IT!

Believe me....we have all suffered a loss....just as you describe. And the pain never quite goes away. But your beloved friend would not have you grieve forever, they would not want that for us....I am certain of that. IF you did all you could to give your pet a good, healthful, happy life....then you did your part.

Each time we elect to bring a pet/friend into our lives.....we unwittingly set ourselves up for a heartache. In nearly every case, we outlive our pets. Their little lives are fleeting 7 times faster than ours. So at some point we are forced to say to good bye. And God knows it isn't easy.

You can never 'replace' your lost pet. It isn't possible and should never be the reason to get another one. But stepping up and giving ANOTHER deserving pet the same good life as the one before......is an admirable and rewarding thing to do (if circumstance permits). There are many, many deserving pets out there just waiting.

Each will bring you more joy, companionship and happiness than you can ever hope to pay back. DO IT!

It’s been nearly a year since I/we posted to this thread. We’re just starting to look for a new four legged family member. Bouncing back and forth between highfalutin breeders, and rescue animals. Leaning towards a rescue, but personality is much more important to us, than “looks”, “show quality”, or “papers”.
 
I was never much of a dog person, but when my 10 year old son & 8 year old daughter came to me 16 years ago with a contract on how they would take care of a Dog if they could have one. It was so well spelled out I could not say no. Well we all know how this works out they named the Dog Pepper (Queensland Heeler ) you guessed it Pepper and I became inseparable. The Kids loved here, but She went to work with me every day, she was my surfing companion, where I went she went. She was unbelievable smart, She taught herself how to oper the door to let her self out to go to the bathroom, I could through a piece of steak on the ground and she would not touch it in less I said OK. She was my best friend ever, I had to put here down two week ago and it's the hardest thing I have ever had to do. I just could not see her suffer any more. My Wife & I had planed to go to Montana with Baldilocks last Sept. but ended up canceling to stay home and take care of Pepper as she was to old to travel and my daughter work full time. Rest in Peace Pepper I LOVE YOU !!!!!!!!!!!!!View attachment 2103768View attachment 2103769
It's been over three years now and just going back to this post made a grown man cry 😭 I still miss her and our new dog could never take her place.
But we our so happy to have Sassy, we brought her Home at just 3 week old a year and a half ago. I'm retired now and we spend our days together, I'm sure that Pepper wanted it this way !!
We will always love you Pepper !!


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I never realized how much Happiness our companions bring Us !!!
 
It's been over three years now and just going back to this post made a grown man cry 😭 I still miss her and our new dog could never take her place.
But we our so happy to have Sassy, we brought her Home at just 3 week old a year and a half ago. I'm retired now and we spend our days together, I'm sure that Pepper wanted it this way !!
We will always love you Pepper !!


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I never realized how much Happiness our companions bring Us !!!


Excellent. 👍

I have one of our two Dachshunds in my lap as I type this. It is a morning ritual. After going outside to do their business, breakfast, then Maddie goes to her bed in the window seat looking out the front of the house, Gracie comes and gets in my lap as I check emails, forum updates, cruise the internet for a bit.

I love them like they were my children.

And I have the greatest respect (and understanding) for those with similar affection for their pets.

It is because of that (and personal loss) that I truly grieve when I come here and read of someone's loss. I know all too well the feeling.

But I know also the feeling of JOY, the love, happiness and fullness our pets bring into our lives. Things we can never truly repay them for.

It is well for us to fondly remember the time we were afforded with pets that have gone on.

It is understandable to feel a tinge of grief even years afterward (I do). But we should not let it consume us, our departed pets would not want that for us.

And IMO it should not prevent you from finding another 'friend' to love. One just as deserving of a good life as the ones that have gone on before them.

Whenever possible....please consider a 'rescue' pet and DO look for that 'personality' above all else.
 
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