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Title: Lost my best friend today.
Post by: Lew on February 07, 2010, 05:33:44 PM
Here's a depressing post... lost my dog Angus last night. Had to put him down as he was in too much pain because of a legion on his brain that would swell.

Me and my brother had him from birth (the runt of the litter). I was 8 then, now I'm 28. I've lost family before but never felt this hurt. I keep hearing noises in the house and go looking for him without thinking. Totally lost my best friend.

He looked like a mix of squirrel and meercat! He was smaller than most cats.

Not sure why I'm posting here, not looking for sympathy... it's all a bit pathetic and I'll probably delete it later but wanted to share for now.

EDIT: Excuse the stupidly giant pic...
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Post by: Twinfan on February 07, 2010, 05:35:25 PM
Sorry to hear that mate  :(
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Post by: Nadz1lla on February 07, 2010, 05:42:03 PM
Aye, really sorry to hear about this. Looked like quite a character too. RIP little fella.
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Post by: shobet on February 07, 2010, 05:44:33 PM
My condolences. :(

He looks like a right character, 20 years is a bloody good innings as well.
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Post by: FernandoDuarte on February 07, 2010, 05:48:41 PM
That's really bad mate! Sorry to hear it
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Post by: 38thBeatle on February 07, 2010, 06:28:57 PM
I don't think this is a pathetic post at all. I know the pain you are feeling and I send you my condolences.All you can do is think of the good times and that you gave the little guy a good home and he stuck around so long because of it. He must have had a great life and a kind master and if asked would have given a glowing report. I wish you well at this sad time.
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Post by: Andrew W on February 07, 2010, 06:33:13 PM
I completely understand your feelings having been through the same.  As has already been mentioned, twenty is a mighty age for a dog and a clear sign of happy and fulfilled life.  My condolences to you at this sad time.
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Post by: Fourth Feline on February 07, 2010, 06:44:44 PM
That is truly sad news Lew .  :(

Sometimes our furry friends embody more 'human' qualities than we do.  To emphasise how noble and relevant  this post is -  I remember when a Doctor at our local surgery ( who one might assume had a relatively detached perspective on mortality ) lost her beloved dog , she had to take a few days leave - inconsolable, and unable to function in public.

People like you and her , enhance my faith in human nature.  What a blessing that Angus appeared in your lives - and that he found a very loving home to appreciate him.

( If you delete your original post we will all sulk ! )
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Post by: Afghan Dave on February 07, 2010, 06:50:52 PM
I don't think this is a pathetic post at all.

+1

I hope you feel better soon.
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Post by: _tom_ on February 07, 2010, 07:11:33 PM
Agreed with Dave and Mr 38th. Sorry to hear about this :(
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Post by: MDV on February 07, 2010, 07:11:44 PM
My condolences. I had a dog throughout my childhood that died in my mid teens - I know how you feel. They're family members and loyal friends and can indeed be remarkably 'human'; its a crushing blow to lose them.
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Post by: Lew on February 07, 2010, 08:25:35 PM
Thanks for the messages, they mean alot. 
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Post by: jibidy on February 07, 2010, 09:02:52 PM
I recently lost a dog a week ago. Well it was my Grandma's dog. Reggie, wire haired jack russel. He was smelly and lazy but he was bloody ace.

Sounds like he had a similar problem.

I know how it feels, I hate walking through the front door and not seeing him any more :(

Sorry to here 'bout Angus, he looks like a good friend :)


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Post by: Matt77 on February 07, 2010, 09:04:20 PM
It's cr@p when they go.  :(
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Post by: Philly Q on February 07, 2010, 09:11:59 PM
Very sorry to hear this Lew, and as others have said it's not a pathetic post at all.

I think in some ways losing a pet hits harder than losing a relative - maybe because all the memories are good ones, whereas a relationship with a person has a lot more ups and downs.  I still sometimes dream* about my dog even though she died over 20 years ago.

(* Not in a dodgy way, Afghan!)
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Post by: Will on February 07, 2010, 10:11:25 PM
Its awful losing pets, their love is unconditional and they are always there.
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Post by: gwEm on February 07, 2010, 10:19:09 PM
 :(

ms gwem is very fond of dogs and sends her sympathies also
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Post by: dave_mc on February 07, 2010, 11:53:27 PM
really sorry to hear that :(
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Post by: Jonny on February 08, 2010, 01:34:30 PM
The relationship with a man and his dog is very special indeed.

Sorry for your loss Lew, like you and others I've lost a dog too.
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Post by: Plexi Ken on February 08, 2010, 02:20:58 PM
The relationship with a man and his dog is very special indeed.

Sorry for your loss Lew, like you and others I've lost a dog too.

That's so very true... I've lost 3 so far (and the 4th is getting on) and it's incredibly tough to say goodbye.
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Post by: Ian Price on February 08, 2010, 03:40:34 PM
That's very sad indeed - my sympathies.
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Post by: Ratrod on February 08, 2010, 04:05:29 PM
I feel for you, man.

It's a sad thing.

Judging from your story and pic, I'd say Angus must have been a real buddy and brother to you.
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Post by: Lew on February 08, 2010, 05:21:43 PM
Yea, he was  8)
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Post by: dragonfire709 on February 08, 2010, 08:17:48 PM
Sorry for your loss, Lew. Loosing a dog is unbelievably painful  :(
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Post by: Johnny Mac on February 08, 2010, 08:43:57 PM
Hope you feel better mate. I know its hard but just think of the good times.
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Post by: broken cord on February 09, 2010, 06:53:43 PM
Sad loss: Remember the good times.