A bit upset...

I know this might seem a bit odd, but I cannot stop crying.

I have never met this dog. I had never known this dog existed until last night.

Please read his story...
http://www.gsrbc.com/Success/2006/Dexter.htm

I read about Dexter last night after a member on another forum posted about him. I immediately starting bawling because it reminded me so much about Kiara's happenings in September and he has the same coloring as her, same skittish nature, etc. It just brought make those horrible memories that I have been trying so hard to get over.

Well, I found out about a half hour ago that they found Dexter's body - he is gone.

That is the fate the crossed my mind so many times with Kiara. I have been bawling since. His poor family. I cannot imagine how completely upset they are. I cannot imagine the pain they will endure over the next few months knowing the loss they suffered after getting so far with a skittish dog.

I know the pain too well and I can't stand the fact someone else is going through it. Although we did not lose Kiara, thankfully, I feel we have in a way.

I need to stop blabbing now, and I need to go hug my little girl. :(

Rest in Peace, Dexter, I am so sorry. I am glad that you got to know what love is...

Oh what a sad, sad story. RIP, Dexter, you had come a long way. Sometimes life is just so unfair. I am glad that you at least were able to enjoy your short life after rescue with such a loving family.
Hugs.

:( that breaks my heart.. my thoughts are with Dexter's family. atleast he knew what love was like and what a family was all about. :(
Hugs to you, Kay! I am just so glad that Kiara is safe and sound. that is one of my worst nightmares for my dogs to get out and not knowing where they are or if they are safe. It has happened with Tiger (my cat) and thankfully these little girls found him and asked me if he was my cat. I don't wish that nightmare on anyone. :( I am so glad I have my Tiger back. life is just so unfair sometimes. :( he was beautiful.

That is so sad. I can see why it got to you Kay. :( Give Kiara a few extra hugs tonight. I feel so bad for Dexters family. :(

That Story about Dexter is so darned Heartbreaking~ I can really understand why It made you feel their genunine sorrow~


Give more hugs to Kiara in Honor of Dexter and His family~ and all of us too!!!

RIP Sweet Dexter....
Your story touched many that never knew you.

:( That breaks my heart, it's so sad. Rest well, Dexter. :(

:( :( :( Rest In Peace Dexter.






I absolutely hate fireworks & the dumb ass morons who think of no one but
themselves. :mad: :mad: :mad:

What a sad story. At least Dexter knew for a little while, that he was loved, and he had his very own family to love back. I will keep them all in my prayers.

Hugs to you & Kiara, give your precious girl a kiss on the head from me.

Jeez I started crying reading it, and I didn't go through what you did with Kiara, no wonder it got you so upset.

I'm glad Dexter got to be well loved before his passing, so he didn't die alone and afraid never knowing kindness. And I'm extra glad Kiara is home and safe.

Kiara is home and she is safe, thankfully, so go give her some extra hugs, it will help you feel better.

So tragic. :( :(

RIP Dexter. It's really not fair. :(

How heartbreaking!

Rest in Peace sweet Dexter.

:( This is so sad,and it could have been provented...Rest in Peace Dexter you were far to young to make this Journey...so sad...

Oh, God... :(:(
RIP Dexter!! You are in a much better place now.

May God have mercy on that person who hit him - and didn't even stop.

What a heart breaking story *tears*. Kay i too am thakful everyday that we found Tinny alive and well. Rest easy Dexter :(.

This broke my heart too Kay, and I can just see by the pictures what a soulful, special boy he was. Though the tragedy of it is sickening, I'm glad you made a thread for him and honor him. My prayers are with his bereaved family :(. Godspeed Dexter :(

This ending was my biggest fear when Delta was missing. I am, however, glad that they found his body at least. Never knowing what happened would be an awful kind of torture.

Godspeed Dexter.

Tamara, I thought the same thing.

I was constantly looking in ditches when we searched for Kiara. If anything, I wanted closure, even if it was heartbreaking.

I sent a long e-mail to the GSD rescue lately expressing my sympathies and how much Dexter touched me. She thanked me for that. They are just as heartbroken at the rescue.

This is so heartbreaking. I can't even imagine what Dexter's family is going through right now... RIP, Dexter...

Hi Everyone.

I'm new here. I was just looking at our webstats, and saw the over-whelming visits to Dexter's page that were coming from this site, so I followed the link.

First off, I really want to thank everyone for letting Dexter touch your heart. Somehow, it is comforting to know that he has reached so many other people and touched them in a special way. But that is so much Dexter's way.

I am sitting here in tears once again, as I read all your posts of emotion and caring for this special spirit. I wish I could let you see the visions and memories in my mind, so you could truly know just what a unique and loving soul Dexter really was.
We've had many dogs come and go through our society, and they are all special in their own way, but some are more special than others, and they have a way of just grabbing your heart from the moment you meet them, and they never let go.
Dexter was very much that kind of dog, and one that I struggled with as to even let go. But the ones that can get homes, must go, and Dex found himself a home that was as unique as his is.
He was a light in the world, and it is of no surprise to me that he continues to touch others, even in his death.

Thank you all, so, so much for reading about Dexter, for caring about him and for letting him live in your heart for a short while. He has changed me forever.

Kelly

You are welcome Kelly and thank you for stopping by. I'm sorry it was a tragedy that caused you to find us, but we hope you stick around. *hugs*

Thank you.

Hello Kelly, was very sorry to read about Dexter. Glad you found us. Why not stay a while and see if we can give you a shoulder to cry on.

Kelly,
I am so glad you found us here. I was going to eventually e-mail you this link but I didn't want it to be upsetting.

Dexter certainly was a special dog, although I didn't know him. Just look at how many people he has touched, who never knew him either! I feel so badly for his owners especially, and everyone who has crossed paths with him in person.


I hope you stick around, it's a great place here. {{HUGS}}
By the way, I'm Kay who sent you an e-mail - my four rescues are in my signature.

Thank you Kay and Mike.

Thanks for such a warm welcome and the invite to stay and join. You all seem mostly friendly to each other. I've been reading some of the other threads on the board, and while I am not certain this is the board for me, I do truly appreciate all the words of comfort and the willingness to accept me here :)

Kay, your pups are all beautiful.