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Re: Goodbye Roxy, My Best Friend.

Lauren Garrett — Sun, 08 Mar 2009 19:05:47 -0000

Oh my God, Courtney, I bawled my eyes out reading this. This same thing happened to our bichon frise, Blossom, who we got when I was in 4th grade. It happened just over 2 years ago, so she was 14, and lucky to say she lived a full life in doggie years. Even though she was losing her hearing and site, she was still fully functional until my parents came home one day and found her the same way...dragging her two hind legs behind her. We had a vet in Breese come to my parents' house in Trenton to put her down...it was the most excrutiating pain I have ever felt. Brad dug a hole in their backyard...it all happened so fast. Then we wiped our tears away and made dinner. It was the oddest thing in the world...but life does go on and 6 months later we got our beloved Hampton, a 3 month old lab terrier mix (now almost 2 years old) and he is the light of our life. He will never replace Blossom, but only be our new best friend as long as time will let him. I'm so sorry for your loss. Your story really touched me. Hope things are going well with your new baby.

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Stef — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 20:46:31 -0000

I'm so sorry. We had plenty of time to prepare for our dog's death and it still wasn't easy. I can't imagine what you must be going through.

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Jim Stoneking — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 22:04:43 -0000

Oh no, Courtney. That is so sad. I'm crying with you. So sorry for your loss.
Sky

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Russ — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 19:16:25 -0000

I was so sorry to hear about Roxy. As Jane mentioned, we know about the loss of a good friend like Roxy. We thought of you guys a lot last weekend and wished we could do something to ease the sadness.

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Melody — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 13:00:44 -0000

Courtney, my heart really goes out to you. I have no idea what I will do when the day comes for my Sasha; it's just so sad to think about.

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Tony Renner — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 11:27:42 -0000

i'm so sorry to hear about your loss of roxy....

just think about the happy times you had together...!

-- tony

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Kathie — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 10:23:23 -0000

Oh Courtney I'm so sorry for your loss. Just last night Amber and I were reminiscing about our beloved dog Angel and sharing a few tears over her loss (3 years ago). Our pets become so special to us and losing them is so hard. I feel your pain and hope all the good memories of Roxy help ease some of that pain.

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holly — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 10:18:09 -0000

Courtney, my heart is aching for you. I lost my Merlin last December at this time. It was heartbreaking. Someone you love so much gone. I understand how you are feeling and how sad this is. It's why I started photographing dogs for people. And, putting myself in situations where I would have to photograph really sick dogs. I hate it, but I love it. It makes me happy to know people have a cherished memory of their furry kids. You're in my thoughts and know that there are so many AWESOME dogs up there that she is now running around with, playing and having fun. In no pain. You guys were awesome parents to them. Hugs.

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Robin2 — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 09:34:38 -0000

Nothing I can say can ease your grief, so I will just keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

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Debbie~ — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 00:57:00 -0000

Courtney,
We feel your pain, our pets are our 'four legged kids', no shame there, people that really love their pets, all know this to be true! I worked with a nurse in our class at the time, when one of our grandma cats (21) had to take that dreaded trip to the vet. My nurse friend insisted that we start looking for another cat right away...we didn't want to, but she got right on the computer to start looking. Long story short, we did stop in at the animal rescue that she insisted we visit. Three days later we adopted Elfie, she came from a very horrid situation and she needed someone like us in her life, as bad as we needed her. I'm not sure if thats the answer for you, and please don't think any other pet could take Roxie's place, that doesn't happen. For us, Elfie filled in the hollow spots and slowly filled them up with love and now we have such beautiful memories of our other cat. Elfie somehow eased that heartache and with time we got through it.

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Michele — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 21:56:17 -0000

I again want to express my sympathy for your loss. Reading your post brought me back to Feb. of this past year all over again. I know it hurts. I had my girl for 10 years. They become such an integral part of our lives.

I found solace in knowing Belle wasn't suffering anymore. She too had a sudden medical issue where i had to decide what to do. I put myself aside and let her go.

Before I become anymore of a blubbering mess, I hope that you and Tom find comfort in each other during this hard time.

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Rebecca — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 21:50:48 -0000

I'm so very sorry for your loss. I can't bare to think of loosing my Roxy. You and Tom are in my thoughts.

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Geoff — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 20:21:08 -0000

:( In the past couple years I've been around 2 cats that passed too soon. I'm so sorry for your loss.

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rebecca — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 19:41:12 -0000

I'm reading this in between preparing dinner. . . and now I'm a sobbing mess. Court, I'm so sorry. I'm sending you many, many hugs. I still have my childhood best friend (a german shepherd/collie mix), Heidi's photo up in my bedroom, who we put down when I was 12.

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abunslife — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 19:39:22 -0000

I am so, so sorry.....my heart aches for you all. I am dreading when that day comes for either one of our dogs. I can only imagine, and that alone brings tears to my eyes. I'm really really sorry.

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Kathy — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 18:25:08 -0000

I am so sorry Courtney. I put a cat down a few years ago, I know how it feels.

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Kim — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 18:20:22 -0000

Awwww I'm so sorry. Poor Roxy girl. I had several dogs growing up and it never gets easier. Big hugs to you and Tom this week.

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Katie Stiehl — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 17:51:53 -0000

I am SO incredibly sorry, Court. I know how hard that is. Putting Beau to sleep years ago was one of the worst days of my life. This blog post not only made me bawl my eyes out, but made me realize that I should never take any moment with Miley for granted.

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KBO — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 17:49:03 -0000

You made me cry.

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Jane — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 17:42:58 -0000

Oh Courtney, I am so sorry! I know how very sad you are. We lost a beloved 6 year old dog very suddenly too and it was really one of the saddest days of my like. I am crying for you guys, but I know every day will be easier and someday you will be ready to open our hearts for another dog that needs you. Love to Tom too. Jane