Beloved Duke is at RB...

**Karen** · 11-12-2006, 12:48 PM

Rest in Peace, sweet boy. We know you stayed with your momma as long as you could, and that she is sad right now. But please watch over her from your spot at the Rainbow Bridge, where you are a young and healthy dog again.

You were a handsome boy who stole Val's heart, and so gracious in welcomeing Doogie into the family. You have left pawprints on the hearts of many people that never even met you in person, you were loved by us all.

Play nice at the Rainbow Bridge, dear boy, and let your mom know that her decision was right, and you are forever pain-free.

**shais_mom** · 11-12-2006, 12:57 PM

I am so sorry to hear this Val -
Godspeed Duke.
{{hugs to Val}}

**Maya & Inka's mommy** · 11-12-2006, 01:05 PM

Oh no...... somehow I missed the tread about Duke being sick....

Play happily at the Bridge dear Duke!!

**trayi52** · 11-12-2006, 01:06 PM

So sorry to hear of Duke's passing. You will be in my thoughts and prayers, Val.

Godspeed Duke.

Willie

**.sarah** · 11-12-2006, 01:10 PM

I am so sorry, Val. I know how much he meant to you, it was evident every time you spoke about him.

Godspeed sweet boy.

**Danegirl2208** · 11-12-2006, 01:14 PM

Once again i am so sorry Val

....you did the right thing hun...

run free Duke....you will be missed dearly

**momoffuzzyfaces** · 11-12-2006, 01:15 PM

Be at peace sweet Duke. You will be missed so much but now your pain is over and someday you and your mommy will be together again.

Val, my heart breaks for you.

**Edwina's Secretary** · 11-12-2006, 01:22 PM

Godspeed Duke....Val...I am so very sorry.....

**ChrisH** · 11-12-2006, 01:22 PM

Rest in peace sweet and handsome Duke boy.

Val, I know your pain. {{hugs}}

**Toby's my baby** · 11-12-2006, 05:12 PM

Val, I am very sorry you had to make this decision. {{lots of hugs}}

Rest in peace Duke, you are greatly missed.

**krazyaboutkatz** · 11-12-2006, 05:24 PM

Val, I'm so sorry to hear about Duke's passing.

I know you did the right thing though and it was a very difficult decision but it was also a very unselfish one. Duke knew that you loved him and would always do what was best for him. Now he's playing up at the Bridge and is healthy again. You'll meet again some day. RIP sweet Duke.

**sammy101** · 11-12-2006, 05:38 PM

Val, I'm so sorry for your loss.

I'll miss seeing your sweet boy.

RIP Duke
{{hugs}}

**dukedogsmom** · 11-12-2006, 05:40 PM

It was so hard coming home today. When I opened the door, for just a few seconds, I looked for Duke to greet me. My heart sank when I remembered he wasn't there. Mom made tuna salad tonight and I said I wished we could have given Duke a boiled egg. He dearly loved those. She said she didn't boil any extra on purpose because she didn't want to see it laying around. I'll try to find a video of him eating one. My brother said he's never seen a dog eat something so delicately before.

My Dearest, Most Loved Duke,
I miss you so much right now. I want you back so I can tell you how much I love you and hug you tightly once more. Last night I begged you to come visit me so I hope you can. You will forever be a part of my heart and soul. You were my furry soul mate. I am so fortunate to have found you. You turned me into a dog person. I was a cat person for you. You changed me forever. Last night I was petting you, trying to memorize everything so I could have it with me always. As I was hugging you so close today at the vet, I hope you had no doubts about how much I love you. I feel blessed that I could give you peace in your time of need. Though my heart is breaking, it's no longer hurting because of your illness. There's a peace there that tells me this was the right decision. I'll be waiting unpatiently until we can be reunited. I love you so much, I would have gladly died for you to live but then you'd feel my pain. It was always going to be too soon for you to go. I miis you so, my sweet baby dog.
This lyrics from Snow Patrol describe how I felt last night and for a while, I did forget the world. It was just you and me.
If I just lay, if I just lay here,
Would you lie with me and just forget the world?

I'm glad your grandmaw remembered the canned chicken. When I didn't think you'd eat it, you did. I'm so happy we were able to give you that last good taste. I think it even perked you up a little. I'm happy you were able to enjoy at least half the ride to the vet sitting up, enjoying smelling the fresh air and looking out the windows. I also thank you so much for your last gift to me. These pictured of you looking happy, with your ears up and no sadness in your eyes. I will be eternally greatful for that last gift from you. I miss you so much, my heart just aches.
Pictures in next post.

**Logan** · 11-12-2006, 05:44 PM

Val, I am so sorry. Don't you now that your dad and Corinna were waiting with open arms when Duke stepped in? I know many good friends to greet him, too.

You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Logan

**dukedogsmom** · 11-12-2006, 05:50 PM

I wished I could have gotten a better pic of you and Doogie but I understand. He's got a mighty big job ahead of him for these next few months.

And Beauregard saying goodbye to you. You were so sweet and gentle with him

My sweet, happy boy

I've left this next one big and I'm sorry for the people with dialup. This is the next to last pic I took of him and I just love it.

You'll be forever missed by me, my sweet dog. I love you.,always.

You loved your ear song from grandmaw. She was too upset to sing it for you last night. I'm so glad I have it forever. I remember the way you would just smile after that. You thought it was the most special thing ever. You were one of a kind, my dear dog. I'm so thankful you blessed my life.