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09-09-2008, 06:34 PM
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#16 | | Moderator
Name: Wayne City: Cary State: NC County: Wake Join Date: Dec 2005 Age: 61 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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So sorry to hear this, Steve.
On the very few times I was over to your place, I was constantly admiring both the beauty and the temperament of both Pebbles and Rocky.
However difficult the decision was, it was probably best that you and decided to let him go. You know he is now in a better place.
My deepest sympathy's being sent your way.
Wayne
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09-09-2008, 06:37 PM
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#17 | | Director
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Name: Tom City: Raleigh State: NC County: Wake Join Date: Jul 2005 Age: 46 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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Steve, I knew from talking with you recently that this might be happening. It does not make it any easier. Rocky had a great life with great parents! My thoughts are with you, Gail, and Pebbles. Take care my friend. | |
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09-09-2008, 06:40 PM
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#18 | | Vice-President
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Name: Rob City: Hendersonville State: NC County: Henderson Join Date: Nov 2005 Age: 66 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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Rocky was family and tough to lose, but he joins all of our lossed ones and will love their company -- Crackers (a Gordon Setter), Copper (a Chesapeake Bay Retriever), Ciento (a Golder Retriever), Spooky (mixed Golden and black Lab), Alex (a Chesapeake), Zebo (A Golden Retriever) and Marley (Rottweiler, Black Lab, Timber Wolf mix) were all there to greet him when he arrived. Nancy and I share your loss of a dear and true friend and companion and share your grief. It is never easy but you've done what he needed. Our thoughts are with you.
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09-09-2008, 06:46 PM
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Name: Jerry City: Raleigh State: NC County: Wake Join Date: Nov 2006 Age: 47 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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Steve,
It hurts. Bad. Don't try to fight it. Let the tears come. It helps. I know. Been there, recently.
You & Gail are in my thoughts & prayers.
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09-09-2008, 06:59 PM
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Name: Trent Mason City: Wrightsville Beach State: NC County: New Hanover Join Date: Feb 2008 Age: 29 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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Steve,
I'm deeply sorry for your loss. I certainly know how difficult that is. Thank you for sharing the story of how Rocky meant so much to you all. You and your family are in my prayers.
Trent
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09-09-2008, 07:01 PM
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Name: Bob City: Hillsborough State: NC County: Orange Join Date: May 2007 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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Steve, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Our furry friends become such a close part of our family; it is very hard to say goodbye. You were very strong to do what had to be done to end his suffering. Hang in there Steve and Gail... we're thinking about you.
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09-09-2008, 07:08 PM
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Name: Randy City: Macon State: NC County: Warren Join Date: Jan 2006 Age: 58 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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Steve, I'm sorry to hear of the loss of Rocky. Pets are our children and we love them as such. Rest assured you and Gail did the right thing and repaid him with the same unconditional love he gave you.
My thoughts are with you and Gail...
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09-09-2008, 07:34 PM
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Name: Phillip City: Lexington State: NC County: Davidson Join Date: Jun 2008 Age: 48 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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Steve and Gail I am so sorry for your loss - Know that you and your family are in our prayers
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09-09-2008, 07:40 PM
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Name: Mark City: Goldsboro State: NC County: Wayne Join Date: Mar 2006 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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Having lost our pal Sam of 17 years in much the same way, I can empathize with you. Rocky is no longer suffering, so cherish the memories, and give Pebbles a little extra attention, as she will need comforting, too.
Our sympathies are with you and yours
Go
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09-09-2008, 07:41 PM
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Name: Ray City: Vass State: NC County: Moore Join Date: May 2007 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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Very hard decision to make Steve and Gail. We went through this about 2 1/2 years ago and know it is not an easy loss to deal with. I was struck with how you cared for Rocky and made it easier for him at the end. The ice cream treat and the observation of Rocky relaxing for the first time in a long time showed your love and caring for your friend. From your post it was clear you made his time here pleasant and let him go as easily as possible. That says and means a lot! You did all you could do. As someone said earlier, look after Pebbles as she will miss Rocky. Our second dog moped around for several weeks when our shepherd Heidi passed. Take care. | |
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09-09-2008, 08:34 PM
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Name: Chuck City: Rocky Mount State: NC County: Nash Join Date: Nov 2005 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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Ice cream for the last meal is pretty cool if you ask me. Rocky was a very lucky dog.
I feel your pain. I have shared the last minutes with a lot of family friends over my life. I wish I could make better sense of it all but I guess the best we can do is love them while they're here and keep them alive in our thoughts once they're gone.
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09-09-2008, 08:47 PM
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Name: Robert City: Youngsville State: NC County: Franklin Join Date: Oct 2007 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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Dang man , I'm sitting here crying too ....I know how badly it hurts
Absolutely first rate giving him the deserved respect and unselfish love for the beginning of his new journey ....I really , really respect that !
Love and strength to you and Gail
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09-09-2008, 08:52 PM
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#28 | | Member
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Name: Michael Shelley City: Wilson State: NC County: Wilson Join Date: Jul 2005 Age: 60 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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Steve,
Our hearts go out to you and your family. Surely missed but better off in this situation. That pic of Rocky with the kitty is priceless.
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09-09-2008, 10:08 PM
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#29 | | Senior Moderator
Name: Scott City: Cary State: NC County: Wake Join Date: Jul 2007 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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Steve our hearts go out to you and Gail. As pet owners we know how much Rocky meant to both of you.
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09-09-2008, 10:45 PM
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Name: Ernie City: Chocowinity State: NC County: Beaufort Join Date: Jun 2008 Age: 63 Avg Visit Freq/Week
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Steve: Thank you for sharing this heart-breaking but beautiful story with us. Although we have never met I've shed more than a few tears with you while reading Rocky's story. He was a lucky dog indeed to have spent his life with such caring people. My thoughts are with you and your wife. Sleep well, Rocky.
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