MAC390 327 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 Took the car to the car show early this morning Sunday, gave the keys to one of my buddies at the show and waited for my wife to pick me up. We then went down to the Animal hospital were our 7 yo German Shepherd was fighting for his life after acute kidney failure. The previous night i spent a couple of hours with him but he was in extreme pain but still wagged his tail when he saw me. Anyway this morning we had to make that horrendous decision to put him down, so after spending time with him he passed away. I feel like SHIT and have lost my best friend and garage dog, always with me in there. Huge hole in my heart, miss him dearly. Sorry about the ramble but i am in tears as i write this. His name is Cody. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SM69Mach 68 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 Sorry to hear about your loss. Beautiful Pup. We lost our huskey a couple of years ago, so I know the feeling. My thoughts are with you and your family. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mwye0627 44 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 I am so very sorry for your loss... I lost one of my Greyhounds to kidney failure a few years ago, and it was heart wrenching... I pray for your heart to heal and the memories of your sweet dog to live on forever!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mach1 Driver 560 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 Our Shepard is the same age. Its too bad the big dogs don't live as long as the smaller ones. Sorry for your loss. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RPM 1,190 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 Damn... I'm so sorry for your family's loss Mac. He's such a beautiful puppy dog :( Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vicfreg 771 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 Damn Shame....7 years is way too short. So sorry for you and the family. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1969_Mach1 333 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 Terribly sorry for your loss. 7- years old is too young. That is a very difficult heart breaking situation. Large dogs are great companions and it sometimes seems they bond with their families more so than small dogs. I've been there 4 times with Golden Retrievers. Three when they were young, 8 and 9 years old due to cancer. But, I keep getting another one. You never forget them but the pain will go away with time. 1 SM69Mach reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike65 475 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 So sorry for your loss. My wife & I had to have our 10 YO Siberisn Husky Rosie put to sleep last year, I feel your pain. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MAC390 327 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 Thanks everyone for the kind thoughts, the house feels empty. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bigmal 225 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 So sorry to hear that mate. My girl is getting on and I'm dreading this day. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ridge Runner 1,112 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 My girls are getting up there ,the oldest is 6 and starting to slow down ,already dreading that day Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
latoracing 256 Report post Posted May 20, 2018 Sorry for your loss. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bob & Sue 110 Report post Posted May 21, 2018 No words can help they are more than just a family member never ending love that can always put a smile on your face when your down. We've owned German Shepherds since the late 60's we lost our last one to hip dysplasia 10 years ago we wanted another one but just can't take the pain of losing another friend. I honestly love our animals more than most people. We have a cat that's my baby going on 15 years dreading the day we lose her. I still get emotional thinking of our animals we've had during the years. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
69RavenConv 286 Report post Posted May 21, 2018 Beautiful dog! I lost my best girl in November so I know what you're feeling. A dog breaks your heart but once. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Print Dad 58 Report post Posted May 21, 2018 Hello MAC390, It may be hard to some to understand but any animal lover sure gets it. I lost my Cocker Spaniel after 17 years - -I was never able to get another dog after his passing. Animals really do understand all our emotions and feelings. They are a real part of the family. Yours was a great looking dog - -you will miss him but always keep the great memories. Perhaps in time we will both get another "friend". They of course will be different and NOT a replacement I honestly feel your pain - - Be well - - Sam aka Print Dad Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
russ69coupe 3 Report post Posted May 21, 2018 So sorry to hear this. I've had to go through this way more times than I want to think about. Most recent was last fall. This may help a little. https://www.rainbowsbridge.com/Poem.htm ETA, I haven''t visited that site for quite a while. Now I am crying again. Russ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MAC390 327 Report post Posted May 23, 2018 Thanks guys for all the nice words. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites