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Louie and me
05-04-2010, 03:47 AM
Hello everyone
You don’t know me very well because my Mummy didn’t post very often but she wanted me to tell you something about me now.
I was a German Wirehaired Pointer, bred to be a hunting dog but I wasn’t very good at it because I was afraid of loud noises so whoever had me left me on the side of the road when I was a year old. I’m not sure how I broke my leg but when I was rescued by Ursula at Haven of the Heart I had mended it myself although it was still a bit wonky.
Haven of the Heart was very full and Ursula asked my Mummy and Daddy if they would foster me for a few weeks so I could tell them if I was an indoor or an outside dog and if I was a nice dog and liked people and stuff.
What I didn’t know was that Mummy and Daddy didn’t want another dog yet because they had just lost my Uncle Rocky and were still very sad. So even though I tried very hard to be a good boy, after three weeks they took me back to Ursula to tell her that I was very adoptable.
A few months later Mummy and Daddy saw my picture in a newsletter and realized I was still waiting for a new Mummy and Daddy and came and picked me up. I was one happy dog. That was twelve whole years ago.
I took me a long while to realize that my Daddy was a friend because I had bad memories of men but he was very patient with me and loved me very much.
Twice a day either Mummy or Daddy would take me to a big park where I could chase squirrels, meet my dog pals, go adventuring and see how much trouble I could get into. I even fell through the ice once and had to be rescued. The next day I tried to go back there to figure out how it happened but Mummy wouldn’t let me.
I had a really good life but my wonky leg got sore, something called arthritis and it got worse and worse so even my other legs got sore too so I couldn’t go to the park anymore. Sometimes I couldn't even stand up by myself. Getting old is no fun. I got lost in my own house and couldn’t remember why I went outside. Mum says it happens to her too but I was very embarrassed.
Yesterday, Mummy and Daddy took me to the vets and asked me to go and see Uncle Rocky because he was waiting for me and to tell him I was a good boy. I was happy to go because I was very tired and so I did.

chocolatepuppy
05-04-2010, 05:02 AM
I'm very sorry about Louie.:( It sounds like he was a very happy boy, living with you. Play hard at the Bridge Louie. Your legs will be ok now...

Cataholic
05-04-2010, 06:24 AM
Louie was much loved and will be sorely missed, I can tell. Be gentle on yourself.

Lillycat
05-04-2010, 06:26 AM
and was so loved.....know those things, .i am just so sorry......

Cinder & Smoke
05-04-2010, 07:45 AM
A major case of L.E.S.

A beautiful Tribute to a Wonderful Friend.
Safe Trip to the Bridge, Louie.

:( :love:

Killearn Kitties
05-04-2010, 08:57 AM
What a good life Louie had with you after his shaky start. I so sorry to hear he has gone.
I hope he is playing happily with Uncle Rocky now. :love:

Taz_Zoee
05-04-2010, 09:42 AM
It is through tears that I am typing this.
I am so sorry. :(

Play hard at the bridge Louie!

Louie and me
05-04-2010, 10:15 AM
I can't thank you enough for all your words of comfort. They make me cry but they do really help at the same time.

Pinot's Mom
05-04-2010, 10:43 AM
I am so sorry you lost precious Louie. He definitely left his footprints on your heart; it shows in every word. Peace.

Louie, play well at the Bridge, sweetie, I'm sure you've already made lots of friends!

lizbud
05-04-2010, 10:44 AM
I am very sorry to hear this.:( I read about his slowing down so
much that he couldn't even enjoy his walks anymore.:( It is so painful
to see our animal friends grow old & ill. Rest In Peace Louie. You were
a good boy & will not be forgotten.

Karen
05-04-2010, 10:54 AM
Oh, Louie, you will be missed down here. But your sweet brown eyes and funny little wiggle and all the laughter and joy you brought your family will live on in their hearts. Do go find Uncle Rocky, and I'm sure he'll tell you were all the good places to find squirrels are, okay?

We're thinking' of you, Louie and Me.

Daisy and Delilah
05-04-2010, 10:57 AM
I am typing through the tears here as well.

Louie, you were a very special boy. Anyone can tell from your story. I am so sorry to hear that you have left us but I know you're pain free at the bridge right now. Have fun there and enjoy your days and nights by celebrating your new found job as an angel. You are very sadly missed by all that knew you.

Rest In Peace Dear Louie :(

Catherinedana
05-04-2010, 02:50 PM
My deepest condolences on your loss :(

Louie's story is beautiful and I'm so glad that you found each other.

Much love :love:

Cathy and the FLock

anna_66
05-05-2010, 06:08 AM
LES:( What a sweet and sad story. (((HUGS))) Anna

shais_mom
05-05-2010, 09:41 AM
I'm so sorry for your loss.
(hugs) :love::love:

*LabLoverKEB*
05-05-2010, 03:09 PM
What a sweet but sad at the same time thread.:( Like others have said, Louie was given such a wonderful, happy life with you and your family. I'm so sorry he is no longer with us.:( Play hard at the bridge, Louie, you can run free again!:love:

AdoreMyDogs
05-05-2010, 07:21 PM
I'm so sorry for your loss, but what an adorable story. Thanks for giving Louie a lovely home for many happy years. He sounded very loved and loving. Rest in peace, Louie.

Louie and me
05-06-2010, 08:37 AM
Yesterday and today I packed up 12 years of Louie's life. Dog beds and leashes and kongs and toys and dog food and they are going to a local shelter. His treats are going to his best friend Pogo. I think he would have liked that. I kept his collar for me.
Thank you all so very much for your kind words and messages of sympathy, they have really supported me through out this time.

Pawsitive Thinking
05-06-2010, 08:43 AM
Yesterday and today I packed up 12 years of Louie's life. Dog beds and leashes and kongs and toys and dog food and they are going to a local shelter. His treats are going to his best friend Pogo. I think he would have liked that. I kept his collar for me..

So kind of you to think of others during this time - bless your heart :love:

Randi
05-06-2010, 09:43 AM
I'm so sorry for your loss, but glad Louie had a good and long life with you - in spite of his tough start. I can tell you will miss him a lot. :( Try to think of him being with uncle Rocky on the RB, playing happily and free of pain. :)

Rest in peace, Louie! :love:

(((hugs)))

Sundance
05-11-2010, 09:17 PM
Oh, Louie, what a sad, sweet story. I wish we had met sooner :( I'm so sorry you had to leave, but I know you're wonky leg isn't troubling you any more and that you and Uncle Rocky are playing together as you wait at the Rainbow Bridge. Rest in peace, Louie :love: