[ox_ford_guy]

DoubleU....Sorry for your loss. My wife and I have had 4 cats in the last 19 years that have lived long lives of 13-17 years. As indoor cats, they were always very affectionate, loving and attentive. However, each one, in the end got so ill, that after very long struggles to keep them going the only humane thing was to put them down. We likely waited too long in 2 cases because of our inability to make the decision.

Sad, but for some reason animals never seem to pass on naturally. My wife and I have had to go through this agonizing decision 4 times in the past 3 years so we know the pain...Our hearts go out to you. After each time we always say no more pets but, with time, we always go on to get another.

Just remember the great times with your dog and take comfort in the fact you stood by him and gave him the best home anyone could ever provide.
He knows it.

We have found that each pet can never truly be replaced in your heart as they all are unique. But, in a while, go out and get another pet and do the same again.
Each earns their spot in your family history and they give us as much love in their time as we give them in ours. They say, for families of animal lovers, pets are just children with fir coats. With 4 children and 6 grandchildren and (another on the way) we know all about families and pets.

We have adopted 2 kittens since we lost the 4 other cats and these 2 characters are also unique personalities.
Trust me.....It's well worth it...Best wishes...ox_ford_guy