A Dogs purpose in life (20)
Out of the mouths of babes huh...
Gawd..I can barely see the damn keyboard.
I lost both my lovely lads close together and tho I now have other dogs they are still close to my heart.
they bring so much joy yet so much sadness when we lose them..
thanks for your post its great to see that vets can still retain some humanity
Gawd..I can barely see the damn keyboard.
I lost both my lovely lads close together and tho I now have other dogs they are still close to my heart.
they bring so much joy yet so much sadness when we lose them..
thanks for your post its great to see that vets can still retain some humanity
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I will admit this is one of the most heartfelt posts that i have read in nearly a Year
Nice Post
Nice Post
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HotrodLarrys: I will admit this is one of the most heartfelt posts that i have read in nearly a Year
Nice Post
Nice Post
hi larry
hows tricks?
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Totally awesome post!!! 
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aww how sweet, it makes me love my dogs and cats even more.. children are smarter than we think some times..bless his heart..
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This is lovely. Dogs are so honest and loyal.
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EXCELLENT!
They are the only hope that many ever have of being loved unconditionally!
And even fewer of us that get to actually practise unconditional love on them!
SHANTI
They are the only hope that many ever have of being loved unconditionally!
And even fewer of us that get to actually practise unconditional love on them!
SHANTI
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Gowanheart: This is lovely. Dogs are so honest and loyal.
And so are you!
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I'm not a dog's erson but there is one dog I wouldn't mind to have. My friend lives alone and she has a dog that does everything she wants. The dog spoils her, really. It obeys to everything she says without complaining. A true lover
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Beautiful ... thank you
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thank you, i really enjoyed your post. It is always extremely difficult when it comes time for such a painful decision. What a lovely way to look at it.
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...............Wow,nice one ....a very smart boy he is....Having lived most of young adult life with pet dogs Yes.....unconditional love do Dogs give.....thanks for an awesome post....
J.D
J.D
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In response to: A Dog's Purpose (from a 6-year-old).
Being a veterinarian, I had been called to examine a ten-year-old
Irish Wolfhound named Belker. The dog's owners, Ron, his wife, Lisa,
And their little boy, Shane, were all very attached to Belker, and
they were hoping for a miracle.
I examined Belker and found he was dying of cancer. I told the
Family we couldn't do anything for Belker, and offered to perform
The euthanasia procedure for the old dog in their home.
As we made arrangements, Ron and Lisa told me they thought it would
Be good for six-year-old Shane to observe the procedure. They felt
As though Shane might learn something from the experience
The next day, I felt the familiar catch in my throat as Belker's
Family surrounded him. Shane seemed so calm, petting the old dog for
The last time, that I wondered if he understood what was going on.
Within a few minutes, Belker slipped peacefully away.
The little boy seemed to accept Belker's transition without any
Difficulty or confusion. We sat together for a while after Belker's
Death, wondering aloud about the sad fact that animal lives are
Shorter than human lives. Shane, who had been listening quietly,
Piped up, "I know why."
Startled, we all turned to him. What came out of his mouth next
Stunned me. I'd never heard a more comforting explanation.
He said, "People are born so that they can learn how to live a good
life like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?" The
Six-year-old continued "Well, dogs already know how to do that,
so they don't have to stay as long ."
Live simply.
Love generously.
Care deeply.
Speak kindly.
Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like:
When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.
Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure
Ecstasy.
Take naps.
Stretch before rising.
Run, romp, and play daily.
Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.
On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.
When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
Be loyal.
Never pretend to be something you're not.
If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.
When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and nuzzle
Them gently.ENJOY EVERY MOMENT OF EVERY DAY!
Being a veterinarian, I had been called to examine a ten-year-old
Irish Wolfhound named Belker. The dog's owners, Ron, his wife, Lisa,
And their little boy, Shane, were all very attached to Belker, and
they were hoping for a miracle.
I examined Belker and found he was dying of cancer. I told the
Family we couldn't do anything for Belker, and offered to perform
The euthanasia procedure for the old dog in their home.
As we made arrangements, Ron and Lisa told me they thought it would
Be good for six-year-old Shane to observe the procedure. They felt
As though Shane might learn something from the experience
The next day, I felt the familiar catch in my throat as Belker's
Family surrounded him. Shane seemed so calm, petting the old dog for
The last time, that I wondered if he understood what was going on.
Within a few minutes, Belker slipped peacefully away.
The little boy seemed to accept Belker's transition without any
Difficulty or confusion. We sat together for a while after Belker's
Death, wondering aloud about the sad fact that animal lives are
Shorter than human lives. Shane, who had been listening quietly,
Piped up, "I know why."
Startled, we all turned to him. What came out of his mouth next
Stunned me. I'd never heard a more comforting explanation.
He said, "People are born so that they can learn how to live a good
life like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?" The
Six-year-old continued "Well, dogs already know how to do that,
so they don't have to stay as long ."
Live simply.
Love generously.
Care deeply.
Speak kindly.
Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like:
When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.
Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure
Ecstasy.
Take naps.
Stretch before rising.
Run, romp, and play daily.
Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.
On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.
When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
Be loyal.
Never pretend to be something you're not.
If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.
When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and nuzzle
Them gently.ENJOY EVERY MOMENT OF EVERY DAY!
It's a shame humans couldn't follow by example.
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somechick: It's a shame humans couldn't follow by example.
............Yep...you are very correct Anna.....
J.D
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solsticemoon: Out of the mouths of babes huh...
Gawd..I can barely see the damn keyboard.
I lost both my lovely lads close together and tho I now have other dogs they are still close to my heart.
they bring so much joy yet so much sadness when we lose them..
thanks for your post its great to see that vets can still retain some humanity
Gawd..I can barely see the damn keyboard.
I lost both my lovely lads close together and tho I now have other dogs they are still close to my heart.
they bring so much joy yet so much sadness when we lose them..
thanks for your post its great to see that vets can still retain some humanity
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Great post doc, and so true.
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De verdad, es unico lo que dises,
yo pence casi dos anos para decidirme y adoptar un perro, primero por que es una responsabilidad que tienes que afrontar,
ya tengo con mi blaky (labrador) casi 5 anos, y fue una de las mejores desiciones que e tomado en la vida, el amor y la gratitud que estas lindas creaturas emanan, es realmente asombroso,
no me arrepiento para nada, aun mas/ hemos adoptado a su hermano 4 anos menor que blaky, y por supuesto hay muchas cosas que se aprenden de los perros,
hope ya'll dont min'd this post in (spanish)
Saludos.
yo pence casi dos anos para decidirme y adoptar un perro, primero por que es una responsabilidad que tienes que afrontar,
ya tengo con mi blaky (labrador) casi 5 anos, y fue una de las mejores desiciones que e tomado en la vida, el amor y la gratitud que estas lindas creaturas emanan, es realmente asombroso,
no me arrepiento para nada, aun mas/ hemos adoptado a su hermano 4 anos menor que blaky, y por supuesto hay muchas cosas que se aprenden de los perros,
hope ya'll dont min'd this post in (spanish)
Saludos.
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Being a veterinarian, I had been called to examine a ten-year-old
Irish Wolfhound named Belker. The dog's owners, Ron, his wife, Lisa,
And their little boy, Shane, were all very attached to Belker, and
they were hoping for a miracle.
I examined Belker and found he was dying of cancer. I told the
Family we couldn't do anything for Belker, and offered to perform
The euthanasia procedure for the old dog in their home.
As we made arrangements, Ron and Lisa told me they thought it would
Be good for six-year-old Shane to observe the procedure. They felt
As though Shane might learn something from the experience
The next day, I felt the familiar catch in my throat as Belker's
Family surrounded him. Shane seemed so calm, petting the old dog for
The last time, that I wondered if he understood what was going on.
Within a few minutes, Belker slipped peacefully away.
The little boy seemed to accept Belker's transition without any
Difficulty or confusion. We sat together for a while after Belker's
Death, wondering aloud about the sad fact that animal lives are
Shorter than human lives. Shane, who had been listening quietly,
Piped up, "I know why."
Startled, we all turned to him. What came out of his mouth next
Stunned me. I'd never heard a more comforting explanation.
He said, "People are born so that they can learn how to live a good
life like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?" The
Six-year-old continued "Well, dogs already know how to do that,
so they don't have to stay as long ."
Live simply.
Love generously.
Care deeply.
Speak kindly.
Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like:
When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.
Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure
Ecstasy.
Take naps.
Stretch before rising.
Run, romp, and play daily.
Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.
On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.
When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
Be loyal.
Never pretend to be something you're not.
If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.
When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and nuzzle
Them gently.
ENJOY EVERY MOMENT OF EVERY DAY!