It's funny how you let an animal into your heart. Vinny was so much a part of us in his short little life. We inter-weaved him into our daily agendas, and it never became a second thought if he was going on a road trip or if he was going camping, he was because he was one of us.
One of the saddest things is not being greeted at the door with a happy wag or a howl, welcoming you back.
His good night love before tucking him and Braydon in for the night and turning off the lights.
It was his own vice of chasing cars that did him in. This was only one of many brushes with death for him. He was a freak when it came to cars. It's not surprising this would be his demise.
The kids are already asking for another dog. I'm not sure I'm ready. But I miss not having a dog here. Like I said he had been so much a part of us that it really feels strange. I like the knowing he would bark if someone was nosing around outside, or if the doorbell rang. Not that his little 10 pound body was going to protect us, but he was for sure our heads up.
I have been looking at other dogs to help appease the kids, it seems to be helping them. They are excited to look at pictures of puppies and the thought of bringing home another family member got them smiling and laughing. But my heart has truly not forgotten about our sweet little Vinny. *Sigh*
All of you out there, give your pets a little squeeze tonight, for me.
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It's so hard when you lose a member of your family. There is a great poem, "The rainbow bridge" (You can find it online) that has helped us get through the deaths of some of our pets. We definitely have taken extra time with our cats since Ginger has been diagnosed with leukemia. We know how limited her time is.
Good luck in finding another dog--there are so many wonderful types out there!
So sorry. It is always hard to loose such a trusted friend and companion
Lori Cook
I know your pain. Hugs to you!
Oh, Linda. I'm sorry. We still haven't fully recovered from losing our Bart... he passed away before we met the Tongginator. Huge hugs to you.
Linda, I'm so sorry to hear about Vinny! I know how hard losing a beloved pet can be. Next week it will be a year since our 12 yr old chocolate lab, Jessie died. It still brings tears to my eyes to think about her. Delaney wants another dog too, but Dave & I aren't ready so we're sort of using Jake as an excuse. And with a curious 14 month old, I've got all the excitement I can take. But sometime soon I'm sure a little puppy will come along and we won't be able to say no any longer. Make a list of all the wonderful things you remember about Vinny and someday you'll go back to it laughing about all those little doggy things that only he could do! Take Care! :)
I'm gonna go find my pissy cat and try to hug her little pissy self! Come find me if you don't hear from me in a while.
The loss of a pet is so hard....but getting a new one does help...at least to some extent! Good luck on your search!
so sorry for your loss.
Each day with my cat, Charlie is an unexpected gift. He was given 2-4 weeks to live 5 weeks ago. He is getting weaker, but not to the point where I need to take him in. It will be one of the hardest days in my life. I've had him for 17 years.
Mav posted a poem in his honor on my blog in my "Eulegy to Charlie" post. I don't know who the author is, but you are welcome to use it for Vinnie, too.
As for TWO new dogs, one a puppy no less, I'm not sure Sucker is the right word. Insane, crazy, and outta your ever lovin' minds seem more fitting!!!
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