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[westberks]

Dave, sorry for your lost mate.

Always so hard to say goodbye 😖

[BrianT]

More then four years and 150,000 posts ago I started this thread with a picture of Wesson, a Brittany Spaniel.

For some fourteen years Wesson and I were inseparable, My wife died and for eight years he was my only friend, he was just always there, in fact he was my reason for getting up in the morning.And then two years ago I met someone and at the age of 75 got married, Wesson took to my new wife immediately.

Then I realised that things weren't right, his eyesight was going, his appetite as well. He would retire and sit in the garden for hours, he became incontinent and was ashamed. I think he felt he had seen me through my loneliness and that he could now leave me, his job was complete. I just couldn't watch him deteriorate, the quality of life is more important then the quantity, he was tired.

Goodbye my little man.


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[jaytip]

Deepest condolences Brian.

[dejjl]

A lovely post. I feel for you Brian. Take care fella.

[Neil.C]

Brian, your story of Wesson's staunchness as a friend and his slow demise is heartbreaking. Dogs are indeed wonderful creatures.

I'm glad you have found love again and that Wesson approved.

RIP Wesson.

[ed335d]

As a recent first time dog owner, I'm already dreading that time.

Condolences Brian and RIP Wesson.


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[Dave+63]

It's so hard to let go but it was his time Brian. Stay strong.

RIP Wesson.

[BrianT]

Thanks guys.

My eyes are running........must be hay fever.

[oldoakknives]

^^
So sorry to hear you lost your pal, but you looked after him to the end.
Ian

[OliverCD]

That is such a happy and sad post all-in-one. Remember the good times to make you smile.

RIP Wesson.

[BrianT]

That is such a happy and sad post all-in-one. Remember the good times to make you smile.

RIP Wesson.

:)

[shalako]

Here's Ruby.

[ed335d]

[itsgotournameonit]

Brian.Sorry to hear of your loss but your young enough to bring enjoyment to another dogs life.

Chin up

[BrianT]

Brian.Sorry to hear of your loss but your young enough to bring enjoyment to another dogs life.

Chin up

That's the problem, at 77 it's a little old to be thinking about another dog. My next door neighbour has three,an English Collie, a bulldog and a lovely six month old poodle. So it's a bit like having a bank manager in the wardrobe.

But I miss my little man, so much.

My Pastor says dogs don't go to heaven as they have no soul.. But my friend the Rabbi says heaven is perfect so why should dogs be excluded. Sometimes I wish I had been born a Jew.

כל הברכות של אלוהים

[100thmonkey]

My 14 year old Weimaraner.



And a sand swept Frenchie who’s just 1


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[JonRA]

As a recent first time dog owner, I'm already dreading that time.

Condolences Brian and RIP Wesson.


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I too am a first time dog owner and can't bear the thought of my constant companion no longer being around. I hope that time is a long, long way off.

And I was very moved by Brian's post - I am so sorry for both your losses and wish you well with your new partner.

ATB

Jon

[jaytip]

Not a care in the world

[ac11111]

Technically not a dog

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[oldoakknives]

That's the problem, at 77 it's a little old to be thinking about another dog. My next door neighbour has three,an English Collie, a bulldog and a lovely six month old poodle. So it's a bit like having a bank manager in the wardrobe.

But I miss my little man, so much.

My Pastor says dogs don't go to heaven as they have no soul.. But my friend the Rabbi says heaven is perfect so why should dogs be excluded. Sometimes I wish I had been born a Jew.

כל הברכות של אלוהים

Maybe the pastor isn't going! I think if there's a heaven they'll have dogs.

[VDG]

That's the problem, at 77 it's a little old to be thinking about another dog. My next door neighbour has three,an English Collie, a bulldog and a lovely six month old poodle. So it's a bit like having a bank manager in the wardrobe.

But I miss my little man, so much.

My Pastor says dogs don't go to heaven as they have no soul.. But my friend the Rabbi says heaven is perfect so why should dogs be excluded. Sometimes I wish I had been born a Jew.

כל הברכות של אלוהים

May be you were, you just do not know it ;)

שַׁבָּת שָׁלוֹם

[BrianT]

May be you were, you just do not know it ;)

שַׁבָּת שָׁלוֹם

I shall be next year. :) :)

Shabbat Shalom.

[SeanST150]

Brian, very sorry to read your news.

Perhaps this could be s way of enjoying a dog?

https://www.borrowmydoggy.com

[westberks]

RIP Wesson, condolences Brian

Very moving words.

[pluseditor]

Sorry to hear that news Brian. All the best.

C.

[ed335d]

Spent the afternoon wine tasting in Cognac, their dogs were gorgeous and 'king mahoosive






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[robcuk]

RIP Wesson, wonderful words, he will be missed.


Rob

[SockToy]

I miss him.

[SockToy]

That's the problem, at 77 it's a little old to be thinking about another dog. My next door neighbour has three,an English Collie, a bulldog and a lovely six month old poodle. So it's a bit like having a bank manager in the wardrobe.

But I miss my little man, so much.

My Pastor says dogs don't go to heaven as they have no soul.. But my friend the Rabbi says heaven is perfect so why should dogs be excluded. Sometimes I wish I had been born a Jew.

כל הברכות של אלוהים

If you're worried about that get a rescue. Then you'll be giving him a great life for however long they (and you) have, and the puppy part is already handled - you can find someone who fits your life and energy levels

[jaytip]

Kids decided to dress the dog up. She was less than amused judging by her face

[E_2_Right-Force]

Out two hounds Barrington and Jones.





Doin` what beagles do best;

[jimyu]

Dora counting down the minutes till walkies

[VDG]

... or wondering how the strap tastes.

[Joe.K]

Our new girl -11weeks old- (American bulldog X dogue de Bordeaux X Piranha) enjoying an improvised dog chew...



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[Joe.K]

Update: she's now helping us redecorate 😬

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[ed335d]

I guess there was no ‘did you do this?’ required!

[Joe.K]

No she didn't have a paw to stand on.
I didn't post a pic of the -previously- cream leather sofa lest it had fellow forum dog owners roll up the nearest newspaper and thwack their screens shouting 'you bad girl'! Mind you if your significant other caught you doing that then Saturday night could have just got interesting😉

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[JGJG]

Our rescue dog :)

[verv]

Mine had a splendid time on holiday and then rolled in fox sh*t just in time for the 3+ hour drive home. Slept all the way while I kept the window open.

[verv]

Brian, I am so sorry to read of your loss.
Have you considered giving a home to a middle aged or older dog? There are plenty looking for homes after their owners have been unable to keep.
I think you'd offer a great home, and they keep you young with a few leisurely walks. :)
All the best to you x

[ed335d]

[ralphy]

Mine had a splendid time on holiday and then rolled in fox sh*t just in time for the 3+ hour drive home. Slept all the way while I kept the window open.

Wet wipes - they're pretty good for that. ;-)

Sasha has taken to sitting on the tractor, I'm presuming it's to ensure she doesn't get left behind when I disappear off on it.



R

[Carlton-Browne]

[dogpuf]

My Wolf Pack
Cream sausage is Foxy
Black and cream sausage is Jack
Brindle sausage is Mabel
And finally my lil chihuahua is Kara
They are a very happy pack and I wouldn’t be without them



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[Jimmcb]

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[Jimmcb]

I have the balls and you’re not playing!


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[SeanST150]

[krusty]

George likes fishing.

[RJM25R]

George is unsure about the hedgehog.....

[ed335d]

Staying and recall coming along