Painted Mohawk SASS 77785 Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 Sorry for your loss Larsen..they are not just a pet but part of the family & many memories. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokey Dave Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 Our pets become family, there's no doubt about it. So very sorry for your loss. Taz will be waiting at the rainbow bridge. You can count on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deacon Henry, SASS #53503L Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 Sorry to hear this my heart goes out to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major Crimes Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 Sorry for your loss. True friends value the chance to help with the downs as much as the joy of the ups. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yul Lose Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 I lost my miniature schnauzer Smokey the same way. It’s tough to deal with Larsen. My best to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michigan Slim Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 Well that just sucks. I'm sorry for your loss. We have a 14 year old beagle mix that is going downhill a little every day. Summer maybe. We have a pretty spot picked out at our cabin to put her and our beagle Maggie. Mom always said to not get a pup if you couldn't take the heartache at the end. True words. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Earl Brasse, SASS #3562 Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 My deep condolences on yor loss of Taz, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mad Dog Jack, SASS #77862 Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 Hey Larsen! Sorry to hear about Taz, I lost my buddy Jack not to long ago after 18 years so I know how it feels. Missed you at the Regional last year! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turquoise Bill, SASS #39118 Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 Larsen, Sorry for your loss, I know how our pets become like family after spending so much time in our lives. TB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rafe Conager SASS #56958 Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge. When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable. All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind. They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster. You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart. Then you cross the Rainbow bridge together! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Go West Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 Sorry to hear of your loss. Pets make our lives so much better than they otherwise would be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackrabbit Joe #414 Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 Sorry to hear that Larsen felt that same way when we lost our Buzz. Take care pilgrim. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tully Mars Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 Larsen, our pets are our family, just like the cowboy community is. Slo Mo and I are very sorry for your loss. Tully Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shooting Bull Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 So terribly sorry for your loss my friend. I've never lost a pet in that manner but they all hurt terribly when they leave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Half-a-Hand Henri Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 Larsen, I am so very sorry. We bring these guys into our lives and they steal our hearts, then tear them out when we lose them. May the years of wonderful memories help sooth your grief. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Rich Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 So sorry for your loss Larsen we know how you feel. Kid Rich and Shirttail Bess Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snakebite Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 Larson, my heart goes out to you on this very sad occasion. We lost our little lifelong friend a few years back. My wife was working in the garden, weeding. She reached in to pull a weed and Mandy, our little Min Poodle raced in to take the strike of the Rattlesnake that would have certainly hit my wife. Mandy died in her arms while we race to town tying to find help. We have new K9 friends now, and they are just as loving. They pick me up when I am down and are always glad to see me and just be my friend. They are without doubt one of the Joys of my life. It will take a while to deal with the pain, but please get yourself another K9 companion. Don't try to replace the one you lost... let it be your new friend. Snakebite Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lawdog Dago Dom Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 When my hair was a lot darker, and I could get up in the morning without creaking like an old hinge, I used to hunt pheasants. Always had a Springer Spaniel on hand to do the dirty work. Had to say goodbye to the last one, Penny, in 2004. I was done and did not want to go through that again. About three years later, my vet called me. Asked if I felt I was ready for another dog. I asked why, did he buy another boat? Well, he was always into a boat or two. He said he had a mutt (half German Shepard/half Golden Retriever) that needed a home. The couple he was with were moving and could not take him. They had been trying to give him away for weeks. He was 18 months old. He was destined for the Dog Pound, and would not live 10 days after that. What could I do? We picked up Percy and he just turned 13 (around 92 for you and me) and he has been with us ever since. We know time is not on his side, but he has become an ambassador for the neighborhood. He get treats from the UPS guy, USPS lady, Fed Ex, Waste Management, and assorted neighbors. We are giving him the best life we can in his twilight years. So his diet is not exactly "veterinarian approved." He does get a cheeseburger and fries on his birthday. As long as he is not in pain, we bring him along when we can. And that's exactly what you did. You gave your friend the best life you could, knowing that there would be that one day when you would wake up without him. I read an article about where was the best place to bury such a good and loyal friend. The best place to bury a friend like this, is in the heart of his master. And Taz is already there. LDD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watab kid Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 dang you are the third this month that lost a life friend i know of , i get real close to my friends family critters but have refrained from getting my own till i can spend the time with them they deserve , im sorry for your loss and feel the loss of my friends family because i also was close to them , Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LostVaquero Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 Into our lives for too short a time but they leave forever paw prints on our hearts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graywolf Tate Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 I'm so sorry you lost your fur buddy. They are such a comfort and it sure looks like you cared for Taz. My prayers are with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.D. Daily Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 I am very sorry for the loss of your canine companion of eighteen years. Last November the misses & I lost our 11 year old golden retriever. The loss of a companion animal without warning is a terrible emotional shock. It has be easier to adjust to his absence; because, we still have his canine buddy Moose the doxidoor. Moose misses playing tug of war, tennis ball keep away & wrestling. Chiefs Pal 4 Life Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larsen E. Pettifogger, SASS #32933 Posted May 18, 2019 Author Share Posted May 18, 2019 Thanks to everyone for the replies and kind words. I had never heard the Rainbow Bridge story before. Yesterday I went to see A Dog's Journey. It is the sequel to A Dog's Purpose with Dennis Quaid. Many times during the movie all I could think about was the Rainbow Bridge. And, of course, I cried several times during the movie. I have placed several photos of Taz around the house so I can look at them when images of how I found him pop into my mind and I try to refocus on how he was. I cannot believe how empty and quiet and lonely the house is without him. Again, thank you all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Original Lumpy Gritz Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 Larsen, PLEASE find a local rescue and look for a new friend. Bet you'll be saving 2 lives. Trust me, when I say it helps with the pain you feel now. BTDT Good luck to you! OLG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bad Bascomb, SASS # 47,494 Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 Sorry for your loss. Can only echo OLG's statement above. From (sad) experience, I can say that the best therapy is a new puppy. Best of fortune in finding a new furry friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sassy Dancer, SASS #70118L Posted May 19, 2019 Share Posted May 19, 2019 Larsen, we're sorry you lost your bud. Our little buddies hold such a big space in our hearts, ya know? Glad you have his photos around to help heal your heart. Sassy 'n Windy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Titus A. Gnatsass, SASS #71705 Posted May 19, 2019 Share Posted May 19, 2019 Larsen, Fannie and I are heartbroken for you, we know what it's like. And more to come some day. But we all have to cherish the good memories. Like Lawman Dago Dom said, the best place to bury our furry friends is in our hearts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Witch Doctor, SASS # 70062 Posted May 19, 2019 Share Posted May 19, 2019 Family takes all shapes and sizes. Taz was family. I'm so sorry for your loss and glad you decided to share it with your 'cowboy' family. Most of us can understand your deep grief as well as your shock. I have a loaded rifle in my pantry waiting for that big coyote I saw in our back yard. Perhaps I can help you 'get even'. Witch Doctor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chance Derringer, SASS #19985 Posted May 19, 2019 Share Posted May 19, 2019 So sorry Larsen. I’m sure he is waiting for you at the Rainbow Bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sawyer Posted May 20, 2019 Share Posted May 20, 2019 Dogs are family! The loss is always heartbreaking. Sorry for the passing of your friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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