jceman 1 #26 July 11, 2008 Please accept our condolences. It isn't easy losing a long time companion. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grannyinthesky 0 #27 July 11, 2008 So sorry, Jim. It's so hard to lose such a loving and loyal friend like that. Pat"safety first... and What the hell..... safety second, Too!!! " ~~jmy POPS #10490 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RALFFERS 0 #28 July 11, 2008 Jim, I'm SO sorry for your loss - he was a beautiful dog and a wonderful companion I'm sure... I've come to acknowledge that, whether animal or a person, death royally sucks - that and old age didn't pan out too well. My dog is like family too; animals are really special. My condolences through this tough time. Dialogue/commentary between Divot, Twardo & myself - "from your first Oshkosh when the three of us were riding to or from one of Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GogglesnTeeth 6 #29 July 11, 2008 Sorry you lost your friend. You will see him again on the other side of the rainbow bridge. Blue Skies to your buddy. GnTGoggles and Teeth "You fall like a greased safe!!!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #30 July 11, 2008 Sorry for you loss Jim You are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #31 July 11, 2008 There is nothing better in this world than a big gentle dog. Never thought of it quite that way, but ya know....you're right! One last pic~ my favorite. Bear laughs while Son trying to tell me, 'Not my fault' the dog pushed him in the pool... ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nightingale 0 #32 July 11, 2008 I'm so sorry! ((((((((((((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))))))))))) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lastchance 0 #33 July 11, 2008 Man I am so sorry. I know exactly how you feel. We lost our Jasmine dog in Jan to bone cancer. She was 11. And 2 weeks ago we lost our Yukon dog to the same damn thing. He was 15. I miss them both terribly. We did adopt Diver dog 2 1/2 months ago. So we have a new companion to keep us company. Again I'm so sorry. I know how hard it is. I may be getting old but I got to see all the cool bands. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy_Copland 0 #34 July 11, 2008 Been there last year Jim, heartbreaking stuff.1338 People aint made of nothin' but water and shit. Until morale improves, the beatings will continue. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
marcandalysse 0 #35 July 12, 2008 What a beautiful animal! Was he a Great Pyrenees or a newfounland? "The reason angels can fly is that they take themselves so lightly." --GK Chesterton Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GaryRay 0 #36 July 12, 2008 i got sad reading this and im sorry for your loss. may he go up to doggy heaven and have as many asses to sniff as he would likeJewBag. www.jewbag.wordpress.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tbrown 26 #37 July 12, 2008 I'm truly sorry Jim. If it's any help, Boo Bear knew and appreciated what a wonderful life he had with you. He couldn't have asked for more and he knew it. They just don't live as long as we do, so knowing you gave him a happy life is your reward. And you'll see him again - no leashes for sure. Your humble servant.....Professor Gravity ! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Broke 0 #38 July 12, 2008 Was he a NewfindlandDivot your source for all things Hillbilly. Anvil Brother 84 SCR 14192 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #39 July 12, 2008 QuoteThanks man...I needed that~ And, beloved master, should the great Master see fit to deprive me of my health or sight, do not turn me away from you. Rather hold me gently in your arms as skilled hands grant me the merciful boon of eternal rest - and I will leave you knowing with the last breath I drew, my fate was ever safest in your hands." He wasn't doing to well and I knew it was coming, I was up all night layin' next to him on the floor, scratching his face, feeding him ice and talking to him... He wasn't a 'pet' he was both friend & family...I'm glad I could help him get through this, he was always there for me. You're more than welcome, Jim. It's never easy to say goodbye, but sometimes, it truly is kindest to let them go.Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
StreetScooby 5 #40 July 12, 2008 We are all engines of karma Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chuckakers 416 #41 July 12, 2008 God's speed to you, Airtwardo, and God bless your best friend.Chuck Akers D-10855 Houston, TX Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
futuredivot 0 #42 July 12, 2008 Twardo, I'm not gushy and I'm not gonna change now-but that's a tough one and I feel for you. We'll add one more old friend to a toast at the Acey DeucyYou are only as strong as the prey you devour Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
woady 0 #43 July 12, 2008 Quote At least you gave him some good years I gather. More like, he gave me...He was the runt of the litter and no one wanted him, we were just going over to 'take a look...' I looked at him ~ he looked at me...& we were walking to the car before my wife could say "...but I thought we were just..." He looks like a little ball of fluff in that picture. Very cute. I don't see how you couldn't take him home looking like that! I'm really sorry about your loss man. From what you've said and the pictures you've shown its without a doubt he was an awesome dog. I find it so amazing how two completely different creatures on Earth can have so much love and compassion for each other.You know what's similar between Cops and Firefighters? They both wanna be firefighters. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #44 July 12, 2008 A Great Pyrenees, his parents and all his sibs were registered...Bear boy was the runt nobody wanted, I'm bettin' he was the best of the bunch! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #45 July 12, 2008 Quote Twardo, I'm not gushy and I'm not gonna change now-but that's a tough one and I feel for you. We'll add one more old friend to a toast at the Acey Deucy You're on....make it two! Edited to add: Thanks guys, ya'll helped me make it through a pretty rough day. I keep looking for him...then remember he's gone. Blue Skies Boo Boo Bear ! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wontbcaged 0 #46 July 12, 2008 It's hard to say good bye. Two peas in a pod shows the love you shared. Some might not be able to understand but I for one do. You can tell a lot about a person by the way they treat animals. Sorry for your loss. Marilyn Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Broke 0 #47 July 12, 2008 Quote A Great Pyrenees, his parents and all his sibs were registered...Bear boy was the runt nobody wanted, I'm bettin' he was the best of the bunch! Sometimes a dog is better than a family member. Sorry for your loss brother.Divot your source for all things Hillbilly. Anvil Brother 84 SCR 14192 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kbordson 8 #48 July 12, 2008 Sorry to hear about the loss of your friend. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jewels 0 #49 July 12, 2008 Funny how dogs have a way of completing a family and how conspicuous it is when they're gone. I'm so sorry. Those bonds are special.TPM Sister #102 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
popsjumper 2 #50 July 12, 2008 Obviously, you guys had a good life together. Peace, BooBear.My reality and yours are quite different. I think we're all Bozos on this bus. Falcon5232, SCS8170, SCSA353, POPS9398, DS239 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites