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Saying goodbye to Bon...
Such a sad morning. No big smushy face in mine and that big tail hitting the wall to wake me up. For the first time in a long while I actually stayed in bed until I woke up. Thought I'd be happy when I could do that, but I'd do anything to have him wake me up again.
He left this world around 6pm last night. Our vet came out and gave him a sedative, then when he was sleeping she gave him the shot and I heard his last breath and knew he was in a better place and out of pain.
I asked her before if she felt we were doing the right thing. She said if he was in that much pain when he fell, we most definitely were. It helped to hear that. It was amazing how calm Bon was when everyone came. He actually laid at the feet of the guy from the mortuary when we were doing the paperwork. I guess he felt better when he said he was going to take good care of him :love:
When the guy from the mortuary came back, it was all handled very professionally. He was put on the stretcher and into a body bag, then another cloth like bag. I was glad to be able to be able to be part of it. He deserved only the best.
Roxey didn't want to go outside, she stayed in the kitchen and we put Simba in his kennel...neither of them made a peep. I feel Roxey knew what was happening. She even walked past him after his was gone, but didn't offer to stop. Earlier in the day one of my friends came by and Roxey looked at Bon lovingly, sniffed him and gave him a kiss. It was so sweet. I think she said goodbye then.
I'm going to miss that big pain in the ass so much! He had so much unconditional love to give and never let a day go by that he didn't tell you...many times:)
Thank you all so much for the out pouring of love, prayers and thoughts. It means more to us than you all know. We're lucky to have such great friends.
Sweet boy I hope your happy and making new friends. Your best friend Tory will be there and you two can play like you did when you were pups. Only this time I don't think you'll let her boss you around ;)
We were so lucky to have you in our lives. Run free :love:
Even on his last day he looked so regal.
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Oh no, Anna. I am so sorry. I know you loved Bon so much, such a shame he seemed so young to. :( Rest in peace, Bon, handsome boy you will always be loved.
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Oh Anna, reading this brings tears to my eyes... I just wish you'd had more time with him! :(
And I think it is so touching what Roxey did... yes, they do say good bye, I'm sure. And seeing him will help her understand what happened, and where her friend has gone... But I'm so sad for you that you have lost your beloved boy!
R.I.P. Bon, you were so very much loved! :love:
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((((HUGS))))
That's all I can think to say right now. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers :love:.
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I am so sorry to hear about Bon's passing.:( I had hoped you would have more time with him. It sounded like he was in
a lot of pain & you guys were right to spare him the agony. Animals can bear up under a lot of pain, so we can only guess
the amount it takes before they show it outwardly.:(
Bon was a very handsome boy & will be missed by all who knew him.That last picture of him outside was a good one &
that's how I will remember him.:love: Rest easy big fella.:love: (((Hugs))) Anna & Mark.
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Aww, what a great final picture of him, he was such a handsome lug, and had the best life ever - with you! I am glad I got to meet him that time in Findlay, even though he hadn't finished growing yet!
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It was a great final picture. :love:
RIP, Sweet Bon, play well at the Bridge. Peace to your family. :(
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I'm so so sorry. {{{hugs}}} May memories comfort you in time. :love:
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I am sorry to hear this. He will be waiting for you at Rainbow Bridge.
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Anna and Mark, I'm so sorry for your loss.:( You did the right thing and now he's pain free and playing up at Rainbow Bridge. RIP sweet Bon.:( Please take care. (((HUGS)))
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So very sorry for your loss. I'm sure Bon is running happily without pain in a much better place.
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LES! :( :( :(
Your post on FB was the first thing I saw before going to bed and my heart dropped and I let out a sob, which startled John, and all I could do was point to Bon's photo.
It really is not fair. RIP Bon. You'll be missed so much. :( :love: :(
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Anna and Mark, I'm so very sorry for your loss. :( The picture of Bon radiates his sweet and bold character, and so much love. I know you will miss him terribly, but I hope in time the pain will be less and you will cherish the memories. Saying goodbye to him now was an act of love, and I think what he would have wanted.
It was touching that Roxey came to say goodbye to his friend - he will miss him, too.
Rest easy, Sweet Bon - you will never be forgotten. :love:
((((hugs))))
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So very sorry for your loss, but glad that Bon is no longer in pain. I imagine he's having a lovely time at The Bridge - renewing friendships made through out the years :love:
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Such a handsome boy in the picture. I'm so sorry for your loss.
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So sorry
I am so sorry to hear of your family's great loss. He was a beautiful fella for sure :love:
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I'm so sorry. :( He was for sure a handsome boy. :love: My thoughts and prayers are with you and Mark. RIP big handsome Bon. :(
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Sending you hugs, Anna, and Mark too. I am so sorry for your loss. You made the right decision - as did so many times during his life.
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No doubt he was a beloved part of your family. I have tears after reading your article about Bon. You made the right decision for him; he's not suffering any more. I am so sorry for your loss. My condolences to you. ((Hugs)) Kay in NC
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I've been thinking of you guys all day. He is going to be so very much missed. From everyone that loved him from near and far!! <3 u!
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Sad, sad woos over Bon, he was such a magnificient boy! He will be greatly missed by all of us who had the great joy of knowing him. love & hugs from our whole pack. Godspeed, handsome Bon, enjoy full health beyond the Bridge.
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Dear Anna and Mark,
I absolutely hate posting in this thread. I have started several times and then close it out and then come back again. Even now I sit here staring, frustrated that I can't find any words to say. I mean I think of your dogs as an extended part of my own dogs. I've been there since Bon was a puppy. I remember being excited to meet him and bringing Tori to meet him too. I remember him riding in the car with me to go to Findlay. It seems like it was all just yesterday. I smile a little now when you say how he could be a "pain in the ass", because I know those stories and that side of him too, but I definitely know that Bon Bon was a big pile of love and sweetness. He was limping the last time I was there and we talked about and I was thinking he probably sprained or twisted something in his leg and hopefully it would all heal up real soon. How can it go from that to where it is now?!! I was so shocked when you called to tell me the news and completely blown away when you called to tell me how fast things were moving. I am so heartbroken that I didn't get to come and see him one more time. This is just so hard. Thank you for mentioning Tori. I like to think of Huney, Bon and Tori as being together. I don't think I told you this but when I first lost Tori I had this stupid fear of her being alone wherever she was and not knowing where to go or what to do, so I would try to tell her to find Huney...."You know Huney, she's there also, find Huney". Now I hope the three of them are together, along with so many others that we have lost. *Sigh* I love you both. ((HUGS))
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Thank you everyone.
Robin, I just know the two of them are up there having a blast with each other. And Huney, she'll sit and watch;)
We got our Bon back today. OMG I miss him SO much:(
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I am so sorry, Anna. Big tears coming after reading all of that. Sending you a hug. Run free at the bridge, sweet boy.
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Anna and Mark,
I knew nothing. I am shocked and so very sorry to hear of your loss. I have such a fondness for those big, lug headed dogs, and Bon was such a beauty. We never, ever know the time we have left with our loved ones. I am so sorry that Bon's life was cut short. You performed the ultimate act of kindness and stopped his suffering, which only begins yours. Many kind thoughts sent to you.
Johanna
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Oh my, I am so sorry for your loss.
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I followed Bon's story on FB and was so disappointed and sad when the time had come to part w/him. Even though you wanted more time w/him, you did the selfless thing and helped him to the Bridge. He loves you even more for it b/c now he's pain free and free to run. Blessings and peace to you all. Bon is safe and happy and waiting for the day when you'll all be reunited. :love:
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Oh, Anna I am so, so sorry. :( I haven't visited PT in a while now and knew nothing of Bon being ill. Know you are in my heart and mind at this sad, sad time.
Rest in peace big boy Bon, you are sorely missed by those who loved you so and also those knew of you.
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I am so sorry to read of Bon's passing. You mentioned the unconditional love Bon gave you day after day & you gave him the same unconditional love. That is what hurts the most when your best buddy, passes over the rainbow bridge or their best human friend goes before them. It is the time spent together that means the most. You mentioned Bon's big tail hitting the wall & waking you. That memory will always be there. Rest in Peace Bon Gentle Giant
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One week
Today seems so hard. I can't believe my big boy has been gone a week :(
Thank you all so much for your kind words, they mean more than you know.
It's so hard to believe all the things that remind me of him. A cracked open door that should have been pushed open by him, him in my way while I change the sheets or put the clothes away, just so many things. I sure miss that big lug.
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The post about Bon, Huney and Tori truthfully broke my heart. Honestly, I hope you take comfort in knowing those three are up there together. I like to think all the Pettalk doggies despite how cheesy it sounds maybe have managed to find each other. Maybe they were all connected by the thought of "Oh my god, my mom used to take pictrues of me all the time with that dumb flashy box and put them all over the internet?! yours too?!" and somehow they knew. Or maybe Phred or Corinna or Terry brought them all together. Maybe I am wrong but I like to think they all have each other, and they're never alone. :)
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Dear Anna,
I know how the pain just sinks in deeper as time passes at first. I was looking at Tommy's thread for the first time in many months, and my pain-filled posts even weeks after he passed. I just want you to know you are in my thoughts. You've suffered so much loss recently with Huney and now Bon. I know no words can make the pain better, but that it helps to know people understand, hurt with you, and know how hard it is. Much love to you.
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I haven't been here in so long, and I didn't know about Bon. I'm so sorry. It doesn't seem like that long ago when you brought him home. I remember telling you how much I wanted a Mastiff after seeing your beautiful boy.
RIP big boy. :(
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More {{{hugs}}} Anna. Your doggies are and were so blessed to have you and Mark as parents. :love::love:
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Such lovely treasured photos Anna xxxx. It has been such a sad heartbreaking year :(.
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It seemed like Bon and Gull were on pettalk as puppies at the same time and looking at the dates you posted, they were only 2 months apart. I can't believe they passed away days apart. We both should have had many more years with those wonderful boys. I can still remember chuckling over Bon's drool stories. Those eyes are so soulful. He was one gorgeous boy. I'm so sorry such a special man was taken from you much too soon. Heaven is surely a whole lot brighter now though.
