I saw a thread a few weeks ago from a man who just lost his old dog. I just unsuccessfully searched for that that post but maybe they disappear after awhile? I’m new here. Anyway I didn’t respond because it would have just a “me too” type sentiment. Today I wanted to let him know that I feel his pain, firsthand. Although dogs might be off topic to some, many of the best times of my life have been spent smoking cigars in the company of dogs. I also sense that I'm not alone in that sentiment.
I got home from a weekend trip Sunday afternoon to find my beloved 13 year old
Lab mix Dusty unable to stand on his rear legs. He had a number of health issues so I knew his time was near but putting him down last night was still painful. He was a very quirky dog with a lot of “personality” so he was a constant source of amusement & companionship. He will be greatly missed but we are consoled by the fact from the day that we rescued him from the pound in 95’ he never had a bad day, until yesterday.
One of best qualities was his ability to hang with me & my other old dog, a golden, either on the patio or in the front yard. Upwind or downwind of my cigar he never complained, unlike a number of former wives. He was happy to just to be with his posse including my cigar smoke loving current wife.
Last night after we returned from the vet hospital my wife & I (she’s taking it very hard) sat outside reminiscing. I had a nice Oliva G natural & a few fingers of Bushmills to ease my pain. It worked to some extent.
I will be looking for a new dog soon. I feel the best way to honor him is to rescue another dog & give him a good life. With dogs there’s always inequity; you get a love more love back than you could possibly give.
Thanks for letting me share.....