~:~:~:The Doggie Thread!!:~:~:~

imalive wrote:

How ya doing, PJaddicted?

with all apologies to norm, Petey was kind of the alpha dog around here.

:shock: How am I doing? Are you the most caring man on the face of the earth? You are fighting cancer and checking up on me! Thank you, it means alot. I am doing ok, one day at a time getting through the tears and grief. He was my side kick and it's so hard walking forward and missing him so much. I am grateful for his short life, he gave so much more then he took from us. The out pouring of love and support and the number of people who Petey touched is incredible, I guess....he wasn't *just a dog*, he was so loved, so special. I take comfort in knowing how you are thinking about him and me.

I got flowers twice today! Can you imagine? My dog dies and people send flowers!

I feel so supported by all of you here on the Pit...thank you!

We buried Petey near our tipi with his blankies and favorite toys, it rained buckets on us, but even that felt right....everyone was crying over his death. I feel good about the spot.

PJaddicted wrote:

imalive wrote:

How ya doing, PJaddicted?

with all apologies to norm, Petey was kind of the alpha dog around here.

:shock: How am I doing? Are you the most caring man on the face of the earth? You are fighting cancer and checking up on me! Thank you, it means alot. I am doing ok, one day at a time getting through the tears and grief. He was my side kick and it's so hard walking forward and missing him so much. I am grateful for his short life, he gave so much more then he took from us. The out pouring of love and support and the number of people who Petey touched is incredible, I guess....he wasn't *just a dog*, he was so loved, so special. I take comfort in knowing how you are thinking about him and me.

I got flowers twice today! Can you imagine? My dog dies and people send flowers!

I feel so supported by all of you here on the Pit...thank you!

We buried Petey near our tipi with his blankies and favorite toys, it rained buckets on us, but even that felt right....everyone was crying over his death. I feel good about the spot.

I'm not surprised people sent you flowers. It's pretty clear that Petey was one of a kind and that people knew what he meant in your life. I wish I could have known him.

I couldn't stop thinking about you yesterday, knowing how much you must be hurting. :(

PJaddicted wrote:

:shock: How am I doing? Are you the most caring man on the face of the earth? You are fighting cancer and checking up on me! Thank you, it means alot. I am doing ok, one day at a time getting through the tears and grief. He was my side kick and it's so hard walking forward and missing him so much. I am grateful for his short life, he gave so much more then he took from us. The out pouring of love and support and the number of people who Petey touched is incredible, I guess....he wasn't *just a dog*, he was so loved, so special. I take comfort in knowing how you are thinking about him and me.

I got flowers twice today! Can you imagine? My dog dies and people send flowers!

I feel so supported by all of you here on the Pit...thank you!

We buried Petey near our tipi with his blankies and favorite toys, it rained buckets on us, but even that felt right....everyone was crying over his death. I feel good about the spot.

Even though I'm not posting here very often every time I was checking this thread he was here...it'll be sad not seeing him here...he will be missed here but never forgoten
and one thing is sure - he must have had an incredible life with you
Hugs to you

Sophie is 6 months old today

PJaddicted,

I am soooo sorry for your loss. I know how hard it is to lose a beloved dog and certainly do not wish that kind of pain on anyone...I haven't been around here too much these days, but quite often "lurked" to check in Petey and the other regulars. We think that one of our dogs has a similar condition to Petey, but he's going to be nine and has an awesome life, so we're not going to find out what's going on. He has no stamina and overheats when he runs or we take him for long walks. He doesn't seem to be in pain, but pants extra hard and lies down on the ground (or in a puddle) to cool off only to leap to his feet and run himself ragged. Quite often we'll just keep him on a leash when we head into the woods...Anyway, he has a big sense of humour and is just a silly goof who enjoys his food and rolling on his back in the grass.

But enough about that.

It's cold comfort so soon after the loss of Petey, but from here, it sounds like you gave him the best life possible and you made everyday of his life a special day for him. He was meant to come into your life as much as you were meant to be a part of his. It was clear you appreciated every single moment you had with him, and there's just no doubt he will always be with you.

Please take care...lots of love to you, your family, and Monty...

pandora wrote:

PJ_ROCKS wrote:

Sophie is 6 months old today

Happy 6 month Birthday! Sophie [/quote

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drsluggo wrote:

Happy Birthday to Sophie...

I can't even imagine having a 6 month old puppy right now! My 9 year old senior citizen mutt is driving me nuts as it is...

My hands are full that is for sure. I forgot what it was like to have a Dalmation puppy. Don't get me wrong, i couldn't be happier to have her, but my legs are sore from running and my arms are sore from playing tug. She even wears out the other dogs she plays with. I wouldn't trade her for anything in the world though. I will post a picture of her this weekend, when she takes her 10 minute power nap.

PJ_ROCKS wrote:

Here are a few pictures. We went for a trail walk today, i will post those pictures later.


Sporting the POOPER bracelet. She wants to play with it, i mean chew it.



Loves playing with the water



Likes playing with the ball as well, teaching her how to catch now.



Just as cute as can be...

Happy birthday, Sophie!
Yes, you are just as cute as can be.