July 20, 2010

Best First Dog Ever!

**Warning - sad post ahead**

Last Thursday when we got home, Dudley wasn't doing so well at all.
The glands in his throat were the size of softballs and he didn't want to do anything.
He wouldn't even eat his all time favorite treats.
and he missed dinner.
First thing Friday morning we were at our vet. Where she listened to him and said that his lungs where no affected by the cancer. He ate a can of stinky wet TD and enjoyed every bite. We agreed with the vet that it was the right thing to do for him. He was no longer having fun. He wasn't being a dog. He was miserable. So, we said goodby and helped him over the Rainbow Bridge. I miss you buddy! You were the best first dog ever.

28 comments :

  1. He was a great guy, and words can't express how sad I am.

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  2. Hi G,
    Several people left comments for you on my blog yesterday. You might want to read thru them.

    How are you doing?

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  3. My heart goes out to you - it is still recovering from the pain of putting down our dear Java in March.

    Hugs,
    Lynn

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  4. It's such a hard decision to make. He was well-loved. Hugs to you.

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  5. Know what though? You WERE strong enough. I'm crying in my lo mein, but you did the loving, right thing.

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  6. I am so sorry and I can't even try to read your post right now but read the news on another blog. Hugs to you. We lost our 2 labs earlier this year - Sadie in March and Duffy in May. It is so very hard. Hug your other babies.
    Susan (fabricluver)

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  7. I second what Chan said (minus the lo mein).... HUGS to you!

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  8. I'm so sorry. I hope your happy memories of him will help ease your grief.

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  9. Oh no! I'm so sorry Gaylen. It's so hard to let go of our babies. I wish they could live as long as we do.

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  10. You have my deepest sympathy. I think letting go the is hardest, but most loving, thing we ever do for our dear, sweet pups. He will be missed by all that knew him.

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  11. I'm so, so sorry about Dudley's passing. He was a sweet natured dog and I know he loved you well.

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  12. I am so sorry for your loss.


    Rose in SV

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  13. Oh G! I'm sooooo sorry to hear about Dudley. Many, many hugs & prayers being sent your way.

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  14. Lots of love and hugs to you and your pack.

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  15. It hurts to loose a loved one and I'm sorry that he is gone now, but it is good to know he had such a wonderful life with you. Sending positive thoughts your way.

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  16. (((hugs))) to you G. I'm so so sorry for your loss. Hang in there. Take care this week.

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  17. Most dearest Gaylen,

    Sending care and love to you and all at your home. You've all given Dudley such a special life, and so much incredibly special care over the past few weeks,

    Wishing I could pass my ownw and Zebbycat's loving huggles and affectionate, concerned caresses onto Dudley's beloved Humans and Hounds,

    Michelle xxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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  18. I'm so glad I got to meet him. Dudley was a great dog and he will be remembered for a long long time. Hug everyone for me.
    Anna

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  19. i am so very very sorry for your family's loss
    it is never good to lose one of your pack
    may Dudley be forever free now and (((hugs))) to you all
    much love to you

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  20. Lumpy throat. Oh, so very sorry. Truly.

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  21. Hi Gaylen,

    I apologize for the lateness of this comment. I haven't been online much as I am in KY, taking care of my mom who has had surgery.

    I was very sad to read the post of Dudley's passing. And even though I know you were preparing yourself for this, I know you and your family are saddened by his passing. Sending {{hugs}} to you and slobber kisses from Dew and Sampson too.

    Tina.

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  22. I'm terribly sorry to "meet" you at such an unhappy time.

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  23. So sorry about your loss but it was the right thing. It took us 18 months after our Boston died to open our hearts to a new dog.
    Leslie

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  24. I teared up reading this and please know that I am so, so, so sorry about Dudley! I know you know you did the right thing, but darn it it sure isn't easy to do is it?

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