My parents' dog Rocky will soon be at the Bridge

[Daisy and Delilah]

What a gorgeous boy he is. We'll keep him, you, and your family in our thoughts and prayers

[Roxyluvsme13]

I'm so sorry . Poor Rocky. Sending lots of thoughts and prayers.

[Kirsten]

Thank you everyone!

I didn't want to mention anything but between working at the vets, volunteering at shelters & having a lot of family & friends with Rotts, I and a lot of the vets & techs &, trainers etc... I have worked with have noticed that about 80-90% of Rotts take their journey to the bridge when they are 11 years old. Most dogs life span varies by a few years but almost all Rotts pass at age 11, there's not a lot of variation for their life span.

Thanks for this explanation, lv4dogs. I didn't know this, but it's true, all the rotties I knew so far were about that age, some even younger.


senorita02, yes, he was 10 and a half when that picture was taken, and still he has no grey hairs. In fact, his face is still looking very young. He had a good life up there in the forests (this is his home).

It's so hard to believe that he will no longer be with us.

Kirsten

[senorita02]

Wow that is really beautiful, is that where he lives for real? No wonder he still has his youthful looks, looks like he has had a nice life that boy.

[Vela]

I'm sorry for your loss. He looks like he lived a wonderful life so that is a great blessing. My thoughts are with you and your family.

[poofy]

So sorry to hear that, a sad birthday for sure..glad he had a wonderful life..hes still young looking..may he pass in peace

[Corinna]

Hey Kirsten welcome to the dog side .I 'm sorry it's for this reason. People here pray just as hard for the pups as do the cat folks I am all over the board having so many critters. Know that mMontana is sending prays across the ocean.

[k9krazee]

I'm so sorry ((((Hugs))))) He is a very very handsome boy, our thoughts will be with you all.

[Jadapit]

I'm so, so sorry! He is a beautiful dog. My thoughts will be with your and you family. (((Hugs)))

[luvofallhorses]

He's gorgeous. Prayers on the way for him and his family.
((((hugs))))

[caseysmom]

Sorry to hear about Rocky Kirsten, he will be in my prayers.

[Kfamr]

Kirsten, I'm sure you remember me falling in love with Rocky over on the cat side. He is gorgeous and i'm so sorry that his health is declining. He seems to have touched so many hearts, including mine.

http://www.tillyschanze.de/photo51.jpg Is that Rocky in that photo? What a gorgeous picture.

I'll be thinking of your family and that sweet boy of their's... hugs to you all, and if you get the chance to, please give Rocky a great big hug from me.

[Kirsten]

Thank you!

http://www.tillyschanze.de/photo51.jpg Is that Rocky in that photo? What a gorgeous picture.

Yes, that's him. I took that photo when I took Rocky out for a walk last fall.

BTW, I searched for the bigger version of the photo I've posted above (as I wanted to frame it for my parents), but I cannot find it anymore. Obviously I've accidently deleted it.

Kirsten

[K9karen]

I am so sad to read about Rocky. We all know how hard and painful it is to lose a beloved pet who has captured our hearts.
I guess it's a blessing that. like Rocky, my Cody became ill very suddenly. He actually "told" me it was "time to go" and he was gently and lovingly helped to Rainbow Bridge. I think it's our duty as responsible pet owners, to alleviate their suffering when they are no longer able to enjoy the wonderful lives they had. Rocky was lucky to have such a beautiful place to live. I pray he isn't suffering and passes peacefully. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

[Kirsten]

Thank you everyone for your prayers!

I think it's our duty as responsible pet owners, to alleviate their suffering when they are no longer able to enjoy the wonderful lives they had.

Exactly!

So far, Rocky still seems to enjoy his life. He's still loving and friendly, and he's happy when you take him out for a walk. I saw him today, and actually he doesn't look very sick, but when you pet him, you can feel he has lost a lot of weight.

I hope he can stay with us for a little while, but I'm sure he will let us know when he reached the end of the road...

Kirsten