My beautiful dog Flash "smiling" for the camera. - Page 22

Moses · 03-23-2007, 02:42 PM

So sorry Mike. Give the kids an extra hug tonight.

targa911S · 03-23-2007, 02:43 PM

NO!!!!!! Oh man..my heart goes out to you and your family. This is just a tragedy. You did what you could. Rest in peace Pete.

Tell this to your kids...it might help you too:

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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goat · goat's Garage

Mike I am very sorry for your loss. The poor Kids must be crushed.
Pete looked like such a sweet dog. I feel for ya.

stomachmonkey · 03-23-2007, 03:28 PM

So sorry for Pete and your family.

Take care.

widgeon13 · 03-23-2007, 03:49 PM

Very sad to hear this most unfortunate news.

lisa_spyder · 03-23-2007, 04:44 PM

Mike,

I am so very sorry to hear the news. You've lost a family VIP.

It's so tough on all of you - we wish our pets could live as long as we do.

Give the kids a special hug from me...

Thinking of you all,

Lisa

Seahawk · 03-23-2007, 05:21 PM

What made Pete special is what makes a family...tears of sorrow are the soul of joy.

We learn from both.

I bet Pete was cool.

BertBeagle · 03-23-2007, 05:29 PM

Very sorry to here this. Pete had a great life and was well cared for. You did all you could. When the time comes and everyone is ready, you and your family will find a new companion that will become a part of the family and keep Pete's memory fresh. We have been through this in the last couple of years also. Our sympathy to your family.

Dan in Pasadena · Dan in Pasadena's Garage

Mike,
Terribly sorry to hear of your loss. Pete was a beautiful dog and fortunate to have such a loving owner.

I have been through this and it gets better and they always live in your memory...and after awhile, that is a wonderful warm memory. Dan

rexav8r · 03-23-2007, 06:50 PM

I'm so sorry for your family's loss.

I've thought from time to time what will happen when Tutti-Frutti (our Black Lab) goes. She's like a second Mom to the kids (7 & 4 right now). -& another child to my wife & I. Just the thought is tough for me.

Pete looked like a tough puppy ! I know & understand you thought it was a lot to put him through if he wasn't going to make it. You clearly did the best for him you could.

Thoughts and prayers are with you guys...

azasadny · azasadny's Garage

We have three really cool ferrets and just found out last month that two of the three have cancer and will succumb to the disease in a short time. Until then, we play with them, enjoy them and keep them comfortable. Amazing just how close you can get to a little furry creature!