With a Very Heavy Heart

[cheryl & oliver]

I am so sad to say that we had to put our beautiful Red Tri Aussie Renegade to sleep today.  My tears just don't stop, but I know they will.  It was time, he was 15 and had many things wrong at this point.  His back and back legs were no good and getting worse.  He was having some bad spasms with leg and body jerking while sleeping, and he was deficating in the house,and had several tumors that were visible which this dog never ever did from the time we got him 15 yrs ago.  He was my sweet gentle friend.  He was the reason that we got Oliver, he was so lost when he lost his buddy Token(we had Token for 16 yrs,) so Renny was totally lost without Token, he was 3 mos when we got him, and was never without him for 13 yrs.  So Oliver was his buddy for 3 yrs, and he helped so much in the trainng of Oliver.  He always let Oliver get his way with toys, he never tried to take one away from him.  He was the best big brother to a little golden doodle.  And even when Oliver grew larger then him, he still let him get his way. only once did I ever hear Renny growl at Oliver, and Oliver knew his limits with him.  I took Renny's bowls away tonight, and Oliver just kept staring at me...he knows, I am not sure how, but he is not his usual bouncing self tonight, maybe he feels my pain, but I am so glad I have him here to hug and be with...My DH, did not go with me, I wouldn't let him, he is way too emotional, and when we had to put Token to sleep, he couldn't handle it, so I told him to stay at work, ( it is tax season) and I would handle it.  I heard him say his goodbyes this morning and I had to get to the bathroom so he wouldn't her me sobbing with him...Sucha  sad day, but I know that we did the right thing, and he is now at the rainbow bridge and Token will be there to meet him and take care of him....Cheryl

[Lee Seidman]

Our hearts go out to you, we all love our Doodles and want to do the best for them. We hope your sadness will soon pass.

[Julie, Boomer, Milo & Casey]

I'm crying with you.  Sorry for your loss but grateful you have the comfort of Oliver.

[Christine & Shelby]

Shelby and I are sending lots of love, hugs and doodle kisses. So sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved Renny. If he could he would thank you for doing the brave thing and ending his suffering. Hug Oliver close... Thinking of you all.

[Deanna & Desi & Cori]

Cheryl, please add my condolences to those of the others.  Although it's hard now, try to let the happy memories comfort you a bit - that along with some great doodle hugs.

[Elizabeth, Bailey & Bruin]

Hugs to you your DH and your whole family

[Tina, Clover, Plus 5 More]

Cheryl, I am so sorry to hear of your loss.  My heart goes out to you and your family.

[Kyoko]

I am so sorry to hear about your loss..... It is sooo hard to when they must go to the rainbow bridge, eb=ven understanding that they are at the better place.... I am still in pain everyday since our 16 1/2 year old Chow Chow departed us.... Charlie and I will be sending our thoughts and prayer your way..... Truly sorry for the departure of your Renny....

[Denise & Sophie]

Cheryl I am so sorry for your loss. I know how much it hurts. Prayers for all of you in this sad time.

[Nancie & Gracie Doodle]

So sorry to hear of your loss.  It is never ever an easy thing to have to do.  I hope Oliver can help you through this sad time.  I do know that our Doodles are great at understanding our sadness and loss.  I hope that Oliver can also find some comfort as well.  He has lost his best friend and mentor.  It will be hard on all of you but hopefully each day will ease the pain just a little. 

[Nancy, Ned, Clancy, and Charlie]

I am so sorry for your grief.  It brings back my sad memories of putting down our lab mix, but it also is a reminder of how wonderful our pets are and to treasure each day with them.

[Camilla and Darwin]

I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm thinking of you and your family...

[Doris, Knox & Flash]

I hurt for you and your DH...