Beloved Duke is at RB...

[caseysmom]

My candle is still burning for you Duke, in your memory I will burn it all through the season.

[dukedogsmom]

I can't sleep because I'm missing you so much. I keep thinking about you and all the things that made me love you. I've ordered a charm in your memory. When I saw it, I knew it was the perfect thing. It's a rawhide like the ones you loved. Those were your favorite. You would have one in your mouth when I got home from work, ready to play. I loved to play keepaway with you and you loved it, too. No one else would play because of your fierce growls. I would hold it up and ask you if you wanted it. I would say "Tell mama" and you wanted it so bad you couldn't even bark, just open your mouth. Then you would let me chase you around the house with it. You'd get in play bow position and I'd try to get it away from you. After a few "tries", I'd say "Ok, it's yours" and you'd settle down and happily chew. I'll wear this charm forever, sweet Duke, to remember you. I love you and miss you so.

Please come see me any time you want. Send me reminders of you. And when the time is right, send me a special dog that you've chosen for me to help ease the pain. The house and my heart are so empty right now. I don't know how I'm going to live these next few months. Part of me died with you yesterday.

I just ordered your urn. I've had this site bookmarked for a few years now (www.adirondackpeturns.com) because they are so special. I cropped this pic. It's been one of my favorites.

I think it really shows your personality. One day soon, I'll take a trip to the dog beach to remember you.

[Pawsitive Thinking]

I am so sorry your beloved Duke has gone. At least he is now happily playing at the Bridge and watching over you

[cloverfdx]

Val i have been trying to find the right words all day. I am truely sorry for your loss, Duke was such a special boy i always looked forward to seeing a new thread from you about your sweet man. He will be looking down on you, thanking you for all the good times and for being one special Mama. The charm is beautiful and perfect.

Sweet dream Duke, we love you mate.

[Sonia59]

I am so sorry for your loss Val. Your tribute to Duke and the charm are beautiful. Duke is a happy and healthy dog at the RB and he knows he will be in your heart forever.
RIP sweet Duke.
(((((Hugs)))))

[joycenalex]

oh val, i cannot tell you how sorry i am. the only problem with loving a dog, they leave too soon and the hole in the heart can be immense. i've read your stories, laughed, cried, and rejoiced in how you both saved each other. i am so glad you found each other. ((hugs)) joyce

[Sudilar]

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[trayi52]

What a beautiful tribute to Duke, and the Charm was just beautiful also. It brought tears to my eyes. I'm no good with words, Val, but I really do pray that God will comfort you in the months to come until the day you can let a new dog into your heart. I know it is going to take a very special dog to fill that huge part that Duke filled, and he did fill a lot of your heart, as you filled his. He knew you loved him, and that is what matters so much.

Sending you lots of Hugs, Val. ((((((HUGS))))))
Willie

[Jadapit]

Val, I'm really at a loss for words. I'm truly sorry about Duke. Loosing your best friend and cherished family member is never easy. Duke will forever live in your heart. The charm you picked out to honor his memory is beautiful. I wish there was something I could do to ease you pain. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. (((Hugs)))

[Catty1]

Val - I loved the rawhide memory you shared. What a Mama's boy Duke was, and so goofy running around the house with that rawhide!

I hope, when you are ready, that you can share some of your favourite memories of Duke.

I pray for easing of your pain...{{{hugs}}}

[pitc9]

Val, I'm so sorry I didn't check in sooner...
I'm so sorry.. I wish I had words to help you heal.

Duke- You will be missed by many that never knew you, I'll be looking forward to meeting you one day at the bridge. Until then... let your mom know you're around once in a while. Help her heal... she misses you and will always love you.
RIP Sweet Duke.
{{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}} to you Val.

[AdoreMyDogs]

I am so sorry, Val. Duke was such a precious boy. We will all miss him very much. I know your heart is broken, but time will ease the pain. You will never forget him, but you will learn to love again and you will see yourself starting to smile when you think about him. The tears will eventually be replaced by smiles.

Rest in peace sweet boy Duke. Please say hi to Graham for me. I miss him so much.

[ramanth]

Val, I'm so sorry you had to make that decision. It's never easy or fair.

RIP sweet Duke. You are missed.

[JenBKR]

I am so sorry. What a tough decision to have to make. RIP sweet Duke, play hard at the RB. We will miss you terribly! ((((hugs))))

[Miss Z]

I'm so sorry to hear about Duke. May he rest in peace and he will always be specially remembered throughout Pet Talk