OT: Dillinger has crossed over the Rainbow Bridge

Laureen,

I'm so sorry to read about the loss of Dillinger.  I hope your broken heart doesn't take too long before it heals.  I know how you are feeling.  Last year before Christmas, we lost our Keeshound, Schotzie.  She was a wonderful pet and friend.  The unconditional love of a dog is a very special thing.  We never get another dog ... we just have our birds now.

Much love and many blessings coming your way.

Debbie

I'm so happy you were able to be by Dilllinger's side til the end - as much as it can hurt he knows you were there for him...my heart is grieving for you, too - I know how much you'll miss your wonderful friend and companion. Even tho I never got to meet Dillinger in person I could tell what a wonderful friend he was to you.

Take care...Kathy

Laureen,

So sorry to read about your loss. They do indeed become a part of the family, and the love is unconditional.

I found this online and thought you would want to read this:
If Tomorrow Starts Without Me

When tomorrow starts without me, And I'm not there to see.  If the sun should rise and find your eyes All filled with tears for me, I wish so much you wouldn't cry.  The way you did today.
I know how much you love me, As much as I love you, And each time that you think of me, I know you'll miss me too;  But when tomorrow starts without me, Please try to understand, That an angle came and called my name, And took me by the paw, And said my place was ready, In heaven far above, And that I'd have to leave behind All those I dearly love.  But as I turned to walk away, A tear fell from my eye, I had so much to live for, So much yet to do.  It seemed amost impossible, That I was leaving you, I thought of all the love we shared, All the fun we had, In all the years we spent together, We were never sad.  If I could relive yesterday, Just even for awhile, I'd give you my paw and kiss you And I know I'd see you smile.  But then I fully realized, That this could never be, For emptiness and memories, Would take the place of me.  When I walked through heaven's gates, I felt so much at home.  Tremendous love surrounded me.  I knew I'd never be alone.  When God looked down and smiled at me, He said "This is eternity, All that I've promised you, Today for life on earth is past, But here it starts anew.  I promise no tomorrow, But today will always last, And since each day's the same day There's no longing for the past.  But you have been so faithful, So trusting and true I promise , you one day Those who you had to leave behind, Will one day join you too.  So when tomorrow starts without me, Don't think we're far apart, For every time you think of me, I'm right here in your heart.

I hope this brings you peace, Love Linda

Laureen,
Gene and I are saddened to hear of Dillingers passing. Sending our condolences and prayers to you.

Ida & Gene

My deepest sympathies Laureen. No one loved Dillinger more and he loved you just as much. That love will live on.

Dennis

Lucky you to have had him for a pet, and lucky him to have had you.  As long as even one person remembers him , he lives on.  Condolences to you...

Hi Laureen
 I am so sorry for your loss, I don't know what to say , it is great that you had all this time with him.
I felt like I knew him these past months thru his illness, it brings tears to my eyes just thinking about him, Dillinger is at the Rainbow Bridge running with his buddies and no more pain for him but I just can't imagine how hard it i for you
THINKING ABOUT YOU in your time of sorrow
Hugs Susan

I am so sorry! I happy he went peacefully. Many hugs today.

Laureen,

I am so sorry for your loss, but am grateful you were with him when his time came.  I just know he is a puppy again romping around on a mountainside in heaven.  He will never forget you either and will still be your companion in the far and distant future.  Here is a great big cyber hug for you both.