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Post by krcrafts on Aug 26, 2017 4:01:48 GMT
I never wanted a dog. Spent many years saying no dogs, no way, not in my house. And in a moment of weakness almost 9 years ago, I gave in and we welcomed the sweetest dog into our family. And he became my baby. He loved when I came home and hated when I had to leave. He loved to dress up and somehow knew when we bought him new clothes before we ever put them on him. He didn't love to share his chair, however. That was his spot.
He died tonight and my heart is completely broken.
Cleveland was more than a dog, He was family and I just hope he knew how much he was loved because it is very quite possible there are few dogs as loved as he was. I hope he enjoyed his life with us. It's hard to think of our lives without him.
ETA: Thank you all so much for the kind words. We went to see him one last time this morning and said our goodbyes. I miss him so much.
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Post by wezee on Aug 26, 2017 4:03:52 GMT
I so understand. I just lost my golden (((hugs)))
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Post by Dixie Lou on Aug 26, 2017 4:04:09 GMT
I am so sorry for your loss! Our dogs are more than family. My heart breaks for you.
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Post by **GypsyGirl** on Aug 26, 2017 4:04:49 GMT
I'm so sorry.  Pets do indeed become family and leave a huge hole in our hearts when they leave us. |
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Post by corinne11 on Aug 26, 2017 4:05:49 GMT
So sad to hear of your loss. We lost our dog after 10 years and it is so true. They are such an important part of our everyday lives. We have lost 5 of our cats during the last 18months also. They were all abandoned strays we took in and they were all aged between 13 and 15 when they died. I know we gave them wonderful lives but we still miss them.  I love the name Cleveland, our little dog was called Conan.  Corinne |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 26, 2017 4:06:09 GMT
I'm so very sorry for your loss! You sound like a caring pet-mommy. I hope that you'll continue to share your stories and keep your furbaby in your mind, always.
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Post by kate on Aug 26, 2017 4:06:43 GMT
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Post by 950nancy on Aug 26, 2017 4:06:50 GMT
What lucky dog to be loved so much. Hugs on the hurting. Hopefully when the time is right, a new pup will find his/her way into your life. You are clearly a dog person. Dogs just make your heart whole.
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Post by mom on Aug 26, 2017 4:07:45 GMT
I am so, so sorry.
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Post by inkedup on Aug 26, 2017 4:07:55 GMT
I'm sorry. It hurts to lose a beloved pet. Many hugs to you tonight.
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Post by alexa11 on Aug 26, 2017 4:11:01 GMT
I'm so sorry for your loss.
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Post by Delta Dawn on Aug 26, 2017 4:15:10 GMT
Cleveland lived a life to be envied. He was so loved by so many people. You know, he knew he was that loved and he loved you as much as he possibly could. Our pets know when they are loved madly by their families. He lived a good life with you. This is such a sad time. I am sending you love, hugs, and a tight squeeze because I loved my dogs so much.  |
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Post by coffeetalk on Aug 26, 2017 4:15:26 GMT
I'm so very sorry for the loss of your dear Cleveland.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 26, 2017 4:30:20 GMT
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Post by tanya2 on Aug 26, 2017 4:34:41 GMT
I'm so sorry!!  |
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Post by happymomma on Aug 26, 2017 4:40:04 GMT
I'm so sorry. He sounds like he'll make the finest angel puppy.
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Post by papersilly on Aug 26, 2017 4:51:44 GMT
Sorry for your loss. Doggies are just the best buddies.
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Post by Lexica on Aug 26, 2017 4:56:13 GMT
I am so sorry for your pain. Losing a pet is up there in the difficult things to have to deal with as an adult. I still think of every one of the pets I have had share my life since early childhood. It sounds like you gave Cleveland a wonderful home while he was with us. I hope the wonderful memories you have of him help to lessen the hurt just a little bit.
I have always had large dogs all my life up until this little guy in my avatar. It is a completely different experience than having large dogs. Since he is small, doesn't shed, and has such a loving personality, he is by my side 24/7 unless I need to go somewhere that he would either not be allowed to enter or the weather is just too hot to have him in the car until I can get it cooled down. They certainly make you feel missed when you return home, don't they?
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Post by PLurker on Aug 26, 2017 4:57:23 GMT
Heartbreaking, losing a beloved pet. So sorry. ((hugs))
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Post by used2scrap on Aug 26, 2017 4:59:10 GMT
I'm so sorry, Cleveland sounds like a very special friend. Thank you for sharing. Be extra gentle with yourself.
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Post by cadoodlebug on Aug 26, 2017 5:01:49 GMT
Many Peas have experienced the ache you have in your heart. Hugs to you.
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Post by anniefb on Aug 26, 2017 5:02:42 GMT
I'm so sorry. It's really hard to lose a beloved pet.
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Post by auroraborealis on Aug 26, 2017 5:19:35 GMT
I am so terribly sorry. What you wrote about Cleveland was very touching, I'm sure he felt loved to pieces with your family. What a lucky pup, rest in peace little buddy. And my sincerest sympathies to you, may you find peace in your grief soon.
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Post by roberta on Aug 26, 2017 5:42:44 GMT
So sorry for the loss of your dear Cleveland. Hugs for you and your family.
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Post by FurryP on Aug 26, 2017 6:09:08 GMT
Op, you have a way with words. Your post had me tearing up before I came to what I knew was coming. I am so very sorry for the loss of your special baby. Think of the funny, quirky, things he did, so you can smile or laugh, if even for a moment. And he did know how much he was loved. They know! |
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Post by AussieMeg on Aug 26, 2017 7:07:36 GMT
I'm sorry for the loss of your sweet boy Cleveland.  |
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Post by valincal on Aug 26, 2017 7:17:21 GMT
😢 So sorry for your loss. Take care.
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Post by phoenixcov on Aug 26, 2017 9:53:19 GMT
Those paws on your heart will always be with you. So sorry for your loss. |
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Post by peano on Aug 26, 2017 9:58:35 GMT
I'm so sorry about Cleveland..
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Post by michellegb on Aug 26, 2017 10:29:29 GMT
I am so sorry for your loss. Sending big hugs at this hard time...
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