My buddy, my pal, my friend

[frazierdooley]

Greetings all,

I don't write all to often but I do check in every few months or so to catch up on how everyone is doing.  I was diagnosed with PSS in in 2007 at the age of 34 / male at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland Ohio.  At the time I was juggling a lot, a new born baby, diagnosed with PSS and my good pal old buddy golden retriever of 7 years (Frazier) was diagnosed with lymphoma.  My wife and I decided to put him through treatments in late of 2006 and spent nearly 10K during this process but it with a heavy heart as I type that my good buddy lost his battle today as I had to send him to the rainbow bridge to be free from his sickness in hopes he is out running and playing with all his buddies who have crossed.  I wish everyone here on this board a great day and I just hope that someday we can all be as loyal and as happy and up beat as my good pal Frazier was. 

May all your days be well and may you rest in peace Frazier........

[JannaLee]

Most sincere sympathy and comfort to you for the loss of your dear friend.

Sounds like he fought hard to stay as long as he could.

Janna

[lynnmarie219]

I am so sorry for your loss....I truly understand the loss of a pet....they are more than pets....they become family and loved ones. I also understand going through medical issues with them....I too would do anything for mine. Since I often take in strays and sick animals I have been through vets, intensive care,  blood transfusions with them, a lot of medication, doing IV's at home....so I truly understand. And I understand the loss and emptiness when they are gone and I am truly so sorry. I wish I could give you a big hug.....consider this a big one ((((((((Hugs to you))))))) ! 

I have many of my own dogs and cats up there over the rainbow bridge who were probably waiting to greet Frazier! And yes...he is now running and playing without pain. I also believe that someday we will see our animals again.....so he will be busy playing and running free with lots of friends until the day that you go to see him again.

And until that day.....Frazier will always be close to you because he will always be in your heart. And believe me.....he knew all that you did for him.....they sense when people are trying to help and love them and for that they are forever loyal and give us unconditional love! And how wonderful is that?

[salsen]

My sympathies to you in the loss of your buddy Frazier.  My shadow is Marble and she is 151/2 years old.  She has weak back legs and has got very frail but her loving sweet spirit just keeps pushing her on.  She always appears to be smiling and is truly happy to see me.  What more can you ask for in life.  You truly gave your Frazier the love and loyalty that he gave to you.  I think he must have been one very lucky and special dog. 

I hope your sorrow eases soon and you will laugh and enjoy your wonderful times with Frazier.  We never lose the love we share with family.  Frazier was a dear member of your family and you honor your pet by sharing your love of him with others. 

[Pooh]

Oh my, I can truly understand your sorrow in losing your great friend and buddy "Frazier".  I can't tell you how many of our dear beloved dogs are on the other side of "Rainbow Bridge".  Frazier sure won't want for someone to romp and play with. 

The one thing our pets can take with them, is our love.  My old girl Peanut knew her time was up and came to find me.  She lay down beside me with her head laying across my foot.  She looked up into my face, picked her head for a moment, and quietly went to sleep.  You see she was blind but she knew where I was and I do believe she could see me in that final moment.  I truly know the emptyness you are feeling right now, but that feeling will fill with the memories of Frazier and they will grow warm and wonderful. 

I don't know why we are given such love and devotion for such a short time, but it is the most wonderful thing in the world to experience.  Don't wait to long to look for another "Frazier", he wouldn't want you to be without that special kind of love that only a pet can give. 

Hugs to you and God Bless Frazier, may he run and play always without pain.

Pooh

[Sandra]

If you've ever known the joyful sound
Of barks that fill the air
A sloppy kiss, a friendly paw,
A quiet adoring stare
If you've ever has a special friend
To share a tear of two,
Or maybe just a wagging tail
To lift you when you're blue
If you've ever felt the wrenching pain
That only death can send,
Then you have lost
Not just a dog
You've trully lost a friend.
But God is good and treasures love
And there at heaven's gate
A sloppy kiss, a joyful bark
Your precious friend awaits.

I can know what you have lost, as I have lost the same. A little girl named Molly. At which time I declared never to get that attached again.  My next friend a black and white springer pup, I remember telling him with a pointed finger "I will take good care of you, and see you are happy, but I'm not going to fall that hard again. I just won't be able to love you that much."
That lasted about a week and alas 'my boy' is my soul and I have done the same.
Mason and I are sorry for your loss. Sandra

[susanep]

Oh I am so sorry for your loss . I have 5 dogs, and 1 large white cat. Each one are a member of our family. They each have their own personality, and special little ways. They each seem to want to be the only one to us. I can't stand the thoughts of being without any one of them. They are our kids. I do understand. We are all blessed by these wonderful animals. They also feel they are blessed to have us. One of our dogs (a little girl) is a golden retriever. She is my girl. You gave your special one a good life. I pray for your  comfort through this difficult time.

susanep

[pudmott]

Hey Dooley,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you. May your pal Frazier have crossed the rainbow bridge with ease and be playing with joy and energy. I'm sure my old pals Toey and Spunky will be there and make hime welcome.

My current pals Cassie, Shadow & Misty send you all their puppy love. may you bask in the happy memories of your beloved pal

Pal

[Annj5]

Dooley - I am so sorry to hear about your loss of Frazier. I hope you can find comfort in all the good memories that you have of him!

I have three doggies, and know how much they add to my life.

Hugs!

[Billydude]

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss Frazier.    I have a Welsh Corgi that goes EVERYWHERE with me and is my constant companion and I dread the day.   Sometimes with all my health problems I think she'll outlive me though.
My thoughts are with you friend.
Steve

[Scottietottie]

Hi

I'm sorry for your loss. It's like losing a relative. I'd never heard of the rainbow bridge until I posted somewhere about a cat I had passing. It's a nice concept. When I was young my Mum used to tell me that pets went to 'their happy hunting grounds'. 

Take care - Scottie