Lost my good buddy (dog)

"Montydog" was foster dog number 75 that came through our house. We just couldn't adopt him out. He was only 4 1/2 years old and was very attached to my wife. When we rescued him as a puppy, he had no hair (mange), scared to death, sickly and less than 24 hours from being put down. He was a great boat friend, fishing friend, walking friend, fetching friend, mushroom hunting friend and he only talked back once a day.... From happy to passed away in 3 days. Vet did a great job in trying to help him. I know you all didn't know him or know me, but if you could keep Monty in your thoughts as he makes his journey I would appreciate it.

Being a pet owner I think I can relate and will keep Monty in my thoughts and sorry for your lost.

We have only had our new pup 5 weeks now and he already rules the house, they sure can become like a child if not worse.... I sure like that name...

Sorry for the loss of your friend. I have lost several through the years and after the two I have pass I'll have no more. I think, I hope anyway. Hurts to bad.

I love dogs; it hurts bad when you lose them. You're to be commended for giving the "foster dog" a happy home to live out his life.

Sorry for your lose. I understand how one can become attached to thier pets just like children.

They sure wiggle their way into your hearts! I'm sure he was grateful you gave him a happy life and would want you to adopt another pal.

My Sis in law has a 6 month old Pug puppy that is to be put to sleep this Saturday and it is breaking our hearts! She has slowly developed neurological problems and now can't walk or control her bodily functions and even though the vet says she isn't in pain, there isn't any hope for her.

You gave that dog the best years of it's life, you should be proud of that. I had a dog that lived fourteen years and I am not shy to to say that I cried like a baby for several days after she passed away.
I always say this one will be the last one but I know I am lying to myself. :)

Sorry to hear that man. Sounds like you gave him a pretty awesome life, and I'm sure he appreciated the time you spent with him.

Sorry for your loss. They sure get to be like family.

Sorry for your loss. We have 2, 8 yr old black labs and I can't imagine life without either one. Best wishes and God bless.

Scott sorry for you loss.

So sorry, just lost a pup myself they become family it's tough!

Sorry about your dog, man....that sucks. They're a part of the family.

I feel for you, we are so attached to our dogs, and we lost one back in Oct. he was 11 years old. This thread is making me cry too.
Sorry for your loss, perhaps you can have another fishing/mushroom hunting buddy some time.
It will hurt for quite a while.
Good luck,
Q

Sounds like quite a buddy.........sorry for your loss.

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Originally Posted by rugsrme

I feel for you, we are so attached to our dogs, and we lost one back in Oct. he was 11 years old. This thread is making me cry too.
Sorry for your loss, perhaps you can have another fishing/mushroom hunting buddy some time.
It will hurt for quite a while.
Good luck,
Q

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Me too. Miss ole Holly Lou.
Sorry for the loss of Monty.
They are family.

G.

Thanks everyone. Waking up this morning was a little tougher. Every morning about 5:45a.m. he would come to the side of the bed and just stare at me and his stinky breath was better than any alarm clock.

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....

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Dang I was doing OK on this thread until I read the "Rainbow Bridge" Living in the country I have owned and lost a lot of furry friends, some of old age, many not, some I have had to put down my self. When I get to the bridge its gonna sound like a stampede when all of them come a running. sorry about Montydog, looks like a german shepard or GS Mix with Lab, super intelligent and loyal to the end.

Sorry for loss of your buddy
I've lost a few too and you will Always remember them

Sorry for your loss. Sure is hard when they move on.

I know How you feel! My dogs have always been my pals. to lose a pal is a very sad thing. My current pal "ABBY" is under my desk right now. You should always try to keep your pals close to you in your heart, mind and presence and remember they will always do the same for you.

Sorry about your dog. Its amazing how attached you get to em.

Scott, sorry to hear about your dog. Hope you and your wife are doing OK.