Another one across the Rainbow Bridge

[QRTRHRS]

Only this one really hurts. We made the decision to let go of our beloved female boxer "Desi" today due to cancer. Desi came into our lives four years ago this past February as a foster. From the get go, she "wiggle butted" herself into our lives. I think we may have made the decision to adopt her the same day we received her.

Likely the runt of her litter and not the best conformation of the breed, her "elfish" look and hilarious antics won not only our hearts but everyone that met her. Her airway was particulary restricted due to her physical structure. In fact, she was sick when we took her in. Periodically we took her in for her breathing issues when they would flare up. What with all of that, she never stopped being a love.

We have four other dogs including another boxer so the house is hardly quiet plus a foxhound that we are fostering so it will not be painfully quiet. Thanks for "listening".

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[wassup8687]

Only this one really hurts. We made the decision to let go of our beloved female boxer "Desi" today due to cancer. Desi came into our lives four years ago this past February as a foster. From the get go, she "wiggle butted" herself into our lives. I think we may have made the decision to adopt her the same day we received her.

Likely the runt of her litter and not the best conformation of the breed, her "elfish" look and hilarious antics won not only our hearts but everyone that met her. Her airway was particulary restricted due to her physical structure. In fact, she was sick when we took her in. Periodically we took her in for her breathing issues when they would flare up. What with all of that, she never stopped being a love.

We have four other dogs including another boxer so the house is hardly quiet plus a foxhound that we are fostering so it will not be painfully quiet. Thanks for "listening".

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My condolences. I'm so sorry to hear about Desi. We've had to put down a couple of our dogs in the last couple of years also and it's devastating.

 

[plowhog]

Sorry to learn this. I've been through this and although time lessens the grief, I still miss all my dogs that are no longer here.

 

[Lawnranger]

Our condolences as well. Lost our Sasha to cancer this past month, 10 and 1/2 year old German Shepard that played like a puppy everyday. Miss her everyday, love her forever. Feel your pain, but Desi is in a better place. Dogs don't live as long because I think they get life right quicker than humans. Glad to have every minute we can with them. Hang in there.

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

Sorry for your loss, never gets easy. Remember all the good times.

 

[95XL883]

My condolences as well. It is sad to lose one who loves so freely and completely. And may I add, a special thank you to you for fostering even when you have a multitude of your own. Our Sammie, a GSD, is a rescue. We are coming up on having her three years. From watching the rescue sites, I suspect that most rescue dogs have issues, either on their own or because of neglect or abuse from their prior owners. (Our Sammie has a high prey drive that would be extremely difficult for us to manage if it weren't for the excellent foster she had.) As you noted your Desi had issues also from the get-go. You are a special person to take in animals with so much potential but have to be in the right hands for it show. Many thanks to you for letting all your animals show their best side.

 

[newbury]

Condolences.
Remember the good times.
I still tear up at the thought of the loss of Ellie, our "wiggle butt Corgi" 2 years ago.

 

[Mace Canute]

You have my heartfelt condolences as well. My boy Mickey will have been gone 6 years come April 23 and my girl Minnie passed just 2 years ago this past January 15. I know your pain.

 

[Wagtail]

Thanks for sharing her story with us Mate.

 

[oosik]

My very greatest sympathies for the loss of the love you gave and got in return. I had to put my Cocker Spaniel of 15 years down this spring.

With time the pain will vanish and only the loving memories remain.