I'm with you, man. We lost our little Rascal in Feb. Couldn't stand not having a doggy bud, so we looked around after a few weeks & found a puppy at the Humane Society to continue his legacy. He's done so much to ease the pain, but yeah, we still talk about our old guy every day.
dude, I know the feeling. Never have gotten another dog because I can't get past the last one. She was the best. I'll likely never have another dog. But I will think of my last one every day.
I miss him still. Always brings tears to my eyes. I try to cheer up with the thought that CharlieGoddammit will greet everyone who loves him in heaven someday. xoxox
He was lucky to have met you in what we consideer a short life span. How I/we wish they lived as long as humans. So many wonderful pups out there that were not loved and treated as you did Charliegodammit. As said, he was one of the lucky ones.
Peace Brother, I still miss my Dakota terribly. He's been gone 5 years now. He was the best chocolate lab a dude could have. Always enjoyed Charlie GD tales!!
I have two I think about nearly every day. I had a three legged rat terrier/chihuahua mix who rode on my shoulder like a parrot when I drove my pickup and my buddy Zip, a red heeler. Both rode with me just about everywhere I went. I lost Ladybug to coyotes in 2017 and lost Zip in January this year. Zip was 13 and got him on my 50th birthday from my wife.
I once knew a Red Heeler named Zip. He was great, which was more than I can say of the guy that owned him. And three-legged dogs are always fantastic. Personality Plus. Thanks for sharing your memories.
every time I come here I think of him and you. no offense or anything, but I always remember dog's name more than the owner. it is the one thing people around here make fun of me about. I know their dogs name, but not theirs. it been 3 years since we had to put our good boy Slim down and we still talk about his butt and the silly shit he would do. you are not alone with this. dave in pa.
Dogs are God’s best work, and if they lived longer we simply couldn’t handle the loss. I’ve yet to mourn a friend or relation’s death like I have my dogs.
When Charlie died, there were no tears, just an overwhelming sense of loss. It didn't help matters that he died suddenly at home and there wasn't a thing I could do for him other than hold him and sweet-talk him into the next life.
I still remember when you posted about CGD passing in your arms. The stories you would weave that included him always brought a smile to me. Damn eyes are leaking again. MadMarlin
We still mourn our dogs, the Black Dog Family. We had the parents and kept two of the puppies, they were unnaturally intelligent, especially the patriarch, Brutus. He went first and his daughter, DoppelDog, who was his spitting image, passed away about 18 months ago. This spring will make two years since she passed. She was very intelligent like her father, was born up against the wife’s leg and departed against mine. The pain never stops and it’s my hope that all dogs will be waiting faithfully for their owners to join them on the other side. Charlie Goddamnit looks like a good boy.
It seems like someone is either a dog person or a cat person. As a kid, we had cats because we lived in town and my mother did not want us to have a dog get hit by a car. And I totally understand her feelings, but I am a dog person and have been since I was 5 years old. Fortunately, we did have one dog when I was young. We had a St. Bernard named Chum, that was just the biggest baby and myself and my twin brother would love to play with him. After him, we didn't get another dog while I was at home. I think that every kid, boy or girl, should have a dog to grow up with. Not only will you learn so much from taking care of a dog, but the dog will also take care of you, and sadly will often teach kids about death and having to let go of a loved one. The thing about that last part is, they will find that it not only is hard but you won't ever forget the best friend a person will ever have. It never gets easier no matter how old you get.
Aww that's what I always say about my little "dog child". He was opinionated, and could be a bit of an asshole, kinda like me. I had to have him euthanized three years ago, and still can't look at pictures of him without tearing up. There will always be a little Min-pin/Jack Russell shaped hole in my heart. Dogs are better quality "people" than most humans. No hidden agendas. People who've never had animal companions don't get to learn this lesson.
I'm so sorry you lost Charlie. Having that 'One Dog' and then losing them is a stone cold bitch. I have posted Charlie's picture you have here with his full name on a couple of gun boards, among other guys have that place in their heart for dogs. You're not really gone if your not forgotten.
Waco was a rotty mix, got him from the pound at 6 months old, on the 5th anniversary of the massacre. Most intelligent, obedient and loyal dog I've ever had or met. Died 14 years later, and I still compare all dogs to him, and I remember him frequently. I'm old enough, and distant enough from that day that it doesn't really hurt anymore, but gods above and below he was and is a presence in my life.
I remember it well, felt like shit for ya...then lost my best dog sonny boy couple months later...while dealing with an unimaginable nightmare... on top of all the covid bullshit they were some dark times, glad they're over for now
I got Bear as a pup around 01 he was a Chow Lab cross smart as any other dog I've met loyal to me I was his human and he was my dog . He went everywhere with me if he could, and he lived to be fifteen . I was gutted when he passed felt all hollowed out like I wouldn't smile ever again, but time passed and the sadness faded, had other dogs in the meantime. A couple years ago I had a vivid dream about ol Bear , he was with me again , and we were doing all of out favorite stuff, and then I woke up.I looked around and realized it was a dream , and it was almost like loosing him a second time. But like others have said the dogs will be waiting for us after we pass. Gurdian angles without wings they are
Very sorry. We don't deserve the affection of our dogs, and they are important to our health and happiness. You gave your buddy the best life he could have. Best to you and yours.
It is amazing that some animals stick with us so. And the hole they leave is difficult to resolve. But the joy they bring during their oh-so-short lives has always balanced that for me.
I'm with you, man. We lost our little Rascal in Feb.
ReplyDeleteCouldn't stand not having a doggy bud, so we looked around after a few weeks & found a puppy at the Humane Society to continue his legacy.
He's done so much to ease the pain, but yeah, we still talk about our old guy every day.
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Losing a trusted friend is a gut punch. I feel your pain.
ReplyDeleteI don't think you ever get over the loss of a loved pet.
ReplyDeleteI've never had a dog before that I thought of every single day for four years after his death.
Deletedude, I know the feeling. Never have gotten another dog because I can't get past the last one. She was the best. I'll likely never have another dog. But I will think of my last one every day.
DeleteI miss him still. Always brings tears to my eyes. I try to cheer up with the thought that CharlieGoddammit will greet everyone who loves him in heaven someday. xoxox
ReplyDeleteA good dog takes a piece of your heart with him.
ReplyDeleteMy little one passed 8 years ago this month and I still miss her. There are still times I shed tears over her. The pain never goes away Wirecutter.
ReplyDelete"World's Greatest Dog"
ReplyDeleteYou told some great stories about him that, I'm sure, only touched the surface of how wonderful he was.
I feel ya for what might be selfish reasons: he died 1 year and two days before I lost Sophie, another "World's Greatest Dog".
Thanks for having been there for Ken, Charlie.
ReplyDeleteHe's patiently waiting for me, him and Legal Lucy both.
DeleteI really do believe that's true.
DeleteI don't care for the expression "We don't deserve them". To loving partners of great dogs I believe we deserve each other.
He was lucky to have met you in what we consideer a short life span. How I/we wish they lived as long as humans. So many wonderful pups out there that were not loved and treated as you did Charliegodammit. As said, he was one of the lucky ones.
ReplyDeletePeace Brother, I still miss my Dakota terribly. He's been gone 5 years now. He was the best chocolate lab a dude could have. Always enjoyed Charlie GD tales!!
ReplyDeleteI'm very sorry for your loss. I still miss the various dogs and cats I've had over the years, and I couldn't tell you which one I miss the most.
ReplyDeleteMy heart goes out to you. Put my dog Lucy down 3 years ago, think of her every day. Dogs rule!!
ReplyDeleteI have two I think about nearly every day. I had a three legged rat terrier/chihuahua mix who rode on my shoulder like a parrot when I drove my pickup and my buddy Zip, a red heeler. Both rode with me just about everywhere I went. I lost Ladybug to coyotes in 2017 and lost Zip in January this year. Zip was 13 and got him on my 50th birthday from my wife.
ReplyDeleteI once knew a Red Heeler named Zip. He was great, which was more than I can say of the guy that owned him.
DeleteAnd three-legged dogs are always fantastic. Personality Plus.
Thanks for sharing your memories.
Totally get it. Our George died four and a half years ago and both my wife and I still think about him everyday...
ReplyDeleteIt's hard to believe it's really been 4 years. I think he would have liked me. Well, maybe...
ReplyDeleteA good friend is never forgotten.
ReplyDeleteIt's been 22 years since my Blue Heeler passed. She is still badly missed.
ReplyDeleteThey just don’t live long enough.
ReplyDeleteevery time I come here I think of him and you. no offense or anything, but I always remember dog's name more than the owner. it is the one thing people around here make fun of me about. I know their dogs name, but not theirs. it been 3 years since we had to put our good boy Slim down and we still talk about his butt and the silly shit he would do.
ReplyDeleteyou are not alone with this. dave in pa.
Dogs are God’s best work, and if they lived longer we simply couldn’t handle the loss. I’ve yet to mourn a friend or relation’s death like I have my dogs.
ReplyDeleteWhen Charlie died, there were no tears, just an overwhelming sense of loss. It didn't help matters that he died suddenly at home and there wasn't a thing I could do for him other than hold him and sweet-talk him into the next life.
DeleteI still remember when you posted about CGD passing in your arms. The stories you would weave that included him always brought a smile to me. Damn eyes are leaking again.
DeleteMadMarlin
I lost my dog about four years ago also, and I hope when I die, I go to heaven and all the dogs I've loved will be waiting there for me...
ReplyDeleteWe still mourn our dogs, the Black Dog Family. We had the parents and kept two of the puppies, they were unnaturally intelligent, especially the patriarch, Brutus. He went first and his daughter, DoppelDog, who was his spitting image, passed away about 18 months ago. This spring will make two years since she passed. She was very intelligent like her father, was born up against the wife’s leg and departed against mine. The pain never stops and it’s my hope that all dogs will be waiting faithfully for their owners to join them on the other side. Charlie Goddamnit looks like a good boy.
ReplyDeleteIt seems like someone is either a dog person or a cat person. As a kid, we had cats because we lived in town and my mother did not want us to have a dog get hit by a car. And I totally understand her feelings, but I am a dog person and have been since I was 5 years old.
ReplyDeleteFortunately, we did have one dog when I was young. We had a St. Bernard named Chum, that was just the biggest baby and myself and my twin brother would love to play with him. After him, we didn't get another dog while I was at home.
I think that every kid, boy or girl, should have a dog to grow up with. Not only will you learn so much from taking care of a dog, but the dog will also take care of you, and sadly will often teach kids about death and having to let go of a loved one. The thing about that last part is, they will find that it not only is hard but you won't ever forget the best friend a person will ever have. It never gets easier no matter how old you get.
I completely understand, my condolences.
ReplyDeletemy Bubba died Sunday. i know at times he was an asshole. but he was my asshole. was with him for 11.5 years, ever since i retired. sure do miss him.
ReplyDeleteI'm really sorry to hear that.
DeleteAww that's what I always say about my little "dog child". He was opinionated, and could be a bit of an asshole, kinda like me. I had to have him euthanized three years ago, and still can't look at pictures of him without tearing up. There will always be a little Min-pin/Jack Russell shaped hole in my heart. Dogs are better quality "people" than most humans. No hidden agendas. People who've never had animal companions don't get to learn this lesson.
Deleteappreciate the condolences guys. sometimes you just gotta share. thanx again, il chuck.
DeleteI'm so sorry you lost Charlie. Having that 'One Dog' and then losing them is a stone cold bitch. I have posted Charlie's picture you have here with his full name on a couple of gun boards, among other guys have that place in their heart for dogs. You're not really gone if your not forgotten.
ReplyDeleteHe is a good looking dog. Always a special place in the heart for our pets.
ReplyDeleteWaco was a rotty mix, got him from the pound at 6 months old, on the 5th anniversary of the massacre. Most intelligent, obedient and loyal dog I've ever had or met. Died 14 years later, and I still compare all dogs to him, and I remember him frequently. I'm old enough, and distant enough from that day that it doesn't really hurt anymore, but gods above and below he was and is a presence in my life.
ReplyDeleteLost Ember just over a year ago. Oh yeah, we understand
ReplyDeleteThe Pain never really goes away. But the remembrance of the Love you shared will also be with you foever.
ReplyDeleteI remember it well, felt like shit for ya...then lost my best dog sonny boy couple months later...while dealing with an unimaginable nightmare... on top of all the covid bullshit
ReplyDeletethey were some dark times, glad they're over for now
I got Bear as a pup around 01 he was a Chow Lab cross smart as any other dog I've met loyal to me I was his human and he was my dog . He went everywhere with me if he could, and he lived to be fifteen . I was gutted when he passed felt all hollowed out like I wouldn't smile ever again, but time passed and the sadness faded, had other dogs in the meantime. A couple years ago I had a vivid dream about ol Bear , he was with me again , and we were doing all of out favorite stuff, and then I woke up.I looked around and realized it was a dream , and it was almost like loosing him a second time. But like others have said the dogs will be waiting for us after we pass. Gurdian angles without wings they are
ReplyDeleteI still think about him too, and he wasn't even my dog!
ReplyDeleteOhio Guy
Very sorry.
ReplyDeleteWe don't deserve the affection of our dogs, and they are important to our health and happiness. You gave your buddy the best life he could have.
Best to you and yours.
R.I.P., CGD.
ReplyDeleteYou'll meet again at the Rainbow Bridge.
-Ed in Wa
It is amazing that some animals stick with us so. And the hole they leave is difficult to resolve. But the joy they bring during their oh-so-short lives has always balanced that for me.
ReplyDeleteThey go, but are never forgotten.
ReplyDeleteGoddammit
ReplyDeleteGD was a good dog.
ReplyDeleteSpin
Has it been 4 years, damn where has the time gone ?......
ReplyDeleteRest in Peace CGD
Condolences Kenny
Good pupperdog his antics jot me threw some hard scrapes.
ReplyDeleteHey, out of rembrance to him I played the video of him singing for you a couple times last night
ReplyDeleteJD
I read so many good stories about him I loved that dog like he was my own. My condolences, compadre.
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