Lost my best buddy last night

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Lost my best buddy last night

Post by RustyPW » Wed Feb 22, 2017 11:30 am

My 13 yr Golden Retriever, Cooper, past away last night. Needless to say last night was rough, and today I'm miserable. Some of you have met him at Moab, and Rausch Creek. I'm just heartbroken right now.
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Post by Colibri » Wed Feb 22, 2017 12:07 pm

I'm so sorry for your loss. I've been there before with my girl of 17years, no words are adequate. Hang in there sir
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Post by TwinStick » Wed Feb 22, 2017 12:43 pm

Sorry for your loss Russ. Hang in there. In time, this too shall pass. :(

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Post by FirerescuePW » Wed Feb 22, 2017 12:57 pm

So sorry to hear this, Russ. Cathy and I are just a phone call away if you need us.

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Post by olyelr » Wed Feb 22, 2017 3:04 pm

Sorry to hear that. Just think back to all the wonderfull times and smile. It is hard, though.
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Post by TonkaPW » Wed Feb 22, 2017 4:47 pm

Sorry to hear about your loss. Just remember he is in a better place where he doesn't have to suffer any more.
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Post by w2dodge » Wed Feb 22, 2017 5:41 pm

sorry for your loss Russ..

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Post by JD 500 » Wed Feb 22, 2017 6:18 pm

Sorry for your loss. Never easy losing a family member.
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Post by blindsquirrel33 » Wed Feb 22, 2017 7:07 pm

Sorry for your loss.

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Post by RustyPW » Wed Feb 22, 2017 7:18 pm

Thanks guys. It will be awhile before I can talk about him without tearing up. Lots of great memories.
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Post by fbenross » Wed Feb 22, 2017 11:25 pm

I think it is so hard on us cuz they love us no matter what. Sorry for your loss.
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Post by RustyPW » Thu Feb 23, 2017 12:49 am

A furry bundle of love with 4 paws.


I know what verdesardog went through when he lost his buddy. I'm going through it again.
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Post by Mule007 » Thu Feb 23, 2017 7:21 am

Tough times; they give so much unconditional love and truly are family,,,,,our thoughts are with you,,,,
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Post by verdesardog » Thu Feb 23, 2017 10:59 am

I have a new dog now. She is not the same as the last one but just as nice to have around. The best therapy is to get another one. I still occasionally call her by the name of my old dog though.
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Post by PWAMatt2012 » Thu Feb 23, 2017 2:07 pm

So sorry to hear this, To me my Airdale is my son. I cant imagine how I will be when that day happens. My thoughts are with you.
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Post by DamageWagon » Thu Feb 23, 2017 10:47 pm

I'm sorry to hear that Russ. You can never replace a part of the family.


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Post by azracer » Fri Feb 24, 2017 2:15 am

I had to put down our loyal friend Patches at 16 years old as she had cancer and was in major pain. It really tore me up then and still brings tears to my eyes when I recall her friendship and loyalty. We have a new friend and call her Gidget she isn't even close to the dog Patches was but we love her just the same. It is quite painful to loose a loyal friend but we must move on or the pain we feel will kill us.
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Post by RustyPW » Fri Feb 24, 2017 12:46 pm

We still have Jake. Jake is a total opposite of Cooper. Cooper was my athlete. He would run until he dropped, then get back up and do it a again. He used to run laps around the back yard. Jake would sit there and watch Cooper run. Not moving an inch. I'll call Cooper and he come right now. I call Jake and he will sit down with his back towards me. Look over his shoulder at me, and he would look like he is saying, "you talking to me". :doh: But he will love you to death.
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Post by AceMan » Sun Mar 12, 2017 10:49 pm

RustyPW wrote:We still have Jake. Jake is a total opposite of Cooper. Cooper was my athlete. He would run until he dropped, then get back up and do it a again. He used to run laps around the back yard. Jake would sit there and watch Cooper run. Not moving an inch. I'll call Cooper and he come right now. I call Jake and he will sit down with his back towards me. Look over his shoulder at me, and he would look like he is saying, "you talking to me". :doh: But he will love you to death.
I'm so sorry to hear the loss of your friend and family member. That is so sad. My deepest condolences, prayers, and thoughts for you and Chris.

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Post by RustyPW » Sun Mar 12, 2017 10:58 pm

Thanks Ace.
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Post by SilverWagon05 » Mon Apr 03, 2017 9:42 pm

Haven't been on in quite a wile. I am so sorry for your loss Russ. Hang in there.
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