A very old stray {The Old Fella Story}
Went camping this weekend at a campground on the lake, had not been there for a few years. Once there I began to walk around looking at the different sites when I noticed a very old dog. He just lay t...
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Oh my goodness! I have not been on the forums in a couple of weeks, being busy at work and home, as well as caring for our aged hound mix dog.
On Wednesday evening, our Boomer (nearly 17 years old) went to the Rainbow Bridge with us at his side. We even brought his pillow for him to rest on. He had been steadily declining. His mind was sharp, but his body just couldn't keep up. Our vet was wonderful in guiding us, and helping us be very aware of how Boomer was faring. He was also absolutely wonderful during the painful process of saying goodbye. My husband and I have really taken it hard. Boomer was the first dog I have ever had. And he was also the first dog that my husband has had that was a "house" dog. I called Boomer my dumpster puppy because when I adopted him from the Humane Society at approx 10 weeks old, I was told he and his litter mates were found in a dumpster! Boomer has been the most wonderful companion, welcoming other dogs into the household in later years as well. Five years ago my husband even consulted with Boomer before he proposed to me, and my DH said Boomer gave his permission and blessing. So Boomer was very special to us. I am so grateful that he was able to visit Four Paws Kingdom last fall with our Siberian Husky, Mackenzie, when he was in better health. At that time he was almost 16, and we were told he was one of the oldest visitors to Four Paws!! I wished we could have brought him to the Old Fella Rally last August, but he was not very mobile at that point. Boomer will be greatly missed.
While greiving for Boomer, I signed on here since I had been away for a while, knowing what wonderful people post here, wanting to read goofy stories and see the joy that pets give to their families. But then I was so saddened to read about Levi. My heart goes out to the Daniel's family. I know exactly how y'all feel since we are experiencing that right now. I am so grateful we were able to meet Levi last summer at Four Paws, and see what a truly gentle soul he was. I loved how he was a "velcro dog", leaning up against my legs while I was petting him. Richard and Sue, you were truly blessed to have that wonderful soul as part of your family, and he touched so many lives. His spirit is now free from the body that was failing him, and he is watching over your family. Many prayers to you all.
Cheryl
On Wednesday evening, our Boomer (nearly 17 years old) went to the Rainbow Bridge with us at his side. We even brought his pillow for him to rest on. He had been steadily declining. His mind was sharp, but his body just couldn't keep up. Our vet was wonderful in guiding us, and helping us be very aware of how Boomer was faring. He was also absolutely wonderful during the painful process of saying goodbye. My husband and I have really taken it hard. Boomer was the first dog I have ever had. And he was also the first dog that my husband has had that was a "house" dog. I called Boomer my dumpster puppy because when I adopted him from the Humane Society at approx 10 weeks old, I was told he and his litter mates were found in a dumpster! Boomer has been the most wonderful companion, welcoming other dogs into the household in later years as well. Five years ago my husband even consulted with Boomer before he proposed to me, and my DH said Boomer gave his permission and blessing. So Boomer was very special to us. I am so grateful that he was able to visit Four Paws Kingdom last fall with our Siberian Husky, Mackenzie, when he was in better health. At that time he was almost 16, and we were told he was one of the oldest visitors to Four Paws!! I wished we could have brought him to the Old Fella Rally last August, but he was not very mobile at that point. Boomer will be greatly missed.
While greiving for Boomer, I signed on here since I had been away for a while, knowing what wonderful people post here, wanting to read goofy stories and see the joy that pets give to their families. But then I was so saddened to read about Levi. My heart goes out to the Daniel's family. I know exactly how y'all feel since we are experiencing that right now. I am so grateful we were able to meet Levi last summer at Four Paws, and see what a truly gentle soul he was. I loved how he was a "velcro dog", leaning up against my legs while I was petting him. Richard and Sue, you were truly blessed to have that wonderful soul as part of your family, and he touched so many lives. His spirit is now free from the body that was failing him, and he is watching over your family. Many prayers to you all.
Cheryl
