Today I lost my best friend

[Eunuken (imported)]

Today I Lost my best friend,

On April 23 1996 a small black and tan Miniature Long Hair Dachshund came in to my life. Over the next nearly 12 years all of which were the best of my life. When I would come home he would always wag his tail, and any time I spoke he would look over at me no matter what I would say he would wag that tail, he was so spoiled by everyone that knew him, No matter who it was he would wag that tail, even when he would bark at you because he just had not yet been introduced. All you had to do to be his friend was roll his little red ball across the room.

Today, I lost my Best friend, Maximillion Von Hamdorf.

I will miss that little tail wagging every day.

Sorry if this doesnt make too much sense I just needed a way to say I will always miss My Fat Little Weiner dog,

Good bye Max, I know one day I will see that tail wagging when I come to be in the glory of the Lord as you are now, Free from pain and you can play with that little red ball as much as you want.

Maximillion Von Hamdorf 4-23-1996 to 1-19-2008 My best Friend.

Ken

[MacTheWolf (imported)]

Being 61, I've lost of pets, cats and dogs, and I cry every time.

Sorry to hear about Max

[kennath7 (imported)]

sorry for loss

[devantier (imported)]

I know you have lost your best friend. H was like your child. Thats what mine are like, i will pray for you and the one you loss.

[Falcon (imported)]

"If there are no dogs in Heaven,

then when I die I want to go

where they went."

Will Rogers, 1897-1935

Dogs' lives are too short. Their only fault, really. ~Agnes Sligh Turnbull

I'm so sorry to hear about your pup. In time, you'll treasure all the memories, but right now, know that the pain will ease as the days pass.

I'm going to give my spaniel a hug and a cookie.

Falcon

[williewoofer (imported)]

I am so sorry for your loss. This always helps me a little through my grief of loss and I hope it helps you too.

"Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.

There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.

There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.

The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together.... "

Author unknown...

[genderless (imported)]

Sorry to hear about your best little friend dying. But at 12 years old that comes out to be around 78 at the dog years measurement. I'm sure he had a full life with lots of fun. What more could anyone want?

[Christina (imported)]

I know how hard it is to lose you best friend. It takes time for the hurt to go away. You have my deepest sympathy.

[jeff_macadams (imported)]

So sorry for the loss. I too am a dog person. They don't stay in our lives nearly long enough!

[bobbie (imported)]

I am sorry for your loss. A pet is just like family. In fact they are often better then family for they are always there for you.

[Hairless (imported)]

I also am very sorry you lost your friend. Like Mac, I have had a lot of dogs in my life. Every time I lost one, I would cry and still do to this day. I wish they could out live us. It probably won't be too long and I will lose my 13 year old Basset Hound. She is a wonderful dog, but she is going blind. She still has a great nose and can hear very well and still runs around like a pup. We just bought a Shiba Inu puppy who is the most energetic dog I've owned. He's put a little spring in the old girl's step. I guess I am being a little selfish for getting him. I'm hoping he will ease the pain when we lose her.

Loss of a pet is always hurtful, but we have to go on. You can never find another dog that will replace your loss, but you can find one that can fill your heart. Don't leave that space empty for too long. There is someone out there that is waiting to fill it.

Steve

[wolverine1 (imported)]

I'm so sorry to hear that Ken, its heartbreaking when pets pass away, I can only offer lots of hugs thru here and my sympathies. Like other members have stated, its always a tough time when we lose pets we care about so much... when my snake died back in 2003 i cried for a week, it was like losing a member of my family...

I know some people will never understand but to me (and I suspect all who've posted here already) they represent an unconditional love that a lot of people so rarely find in other humans and are always there when we need them, expecting so little in return.

I won't say I know how you feel (i can only imagine), but i'll be thinking of you at this sad time

[JesusA]

Ken,

I'm very sorry to hear of Max's passing. Our pets really do become part of the family. Losing one is always very hard. Max's tail wag will always be with you, though.

[incuse (imported)]

Ken, I'm sorry to hear of Max.

I'm coming up on the one year mark for when I lost my cat "Feet" to Feline Leukemia. I still miss him with the way he'd jump into bed with me and flop down on my laid out arm. He also "made biscuits" and is how he got his name Feet.

Feet's last day on this earth, he made biscuits. I still remember it.

Max was very close to you. Pets get very close to a lot of us. I'm very sorry for your loss.

[OneBallBoi (imported)]

I too am sorry to hear of your loss. Being as old as I am and having lived most of that life in the country, I always had pets. Some would die of natural causes and some would get hit by cars. The loss was always great in my mind. I'd cry and miss them most when they were not in bed with me.

[IbPervert (imported)]

Sorry about your loss. I to lost my little girl named Pixel just after this last Halloween. My mother can not say no to any animal, so we too have lots and lots of pets. But Pixel and I bounded right away and she became my little girl. One time I had the a bad flu (as if there is a good flu) and was sick for a week. At one point she insisted on coming up to my bed, so i lifted her up (she was only 15 pounds). She climbed on my chest and proceeded to lick my lips and nose, and then she put her head down and looked me in the eyes. It was if she was saying, "sorry your sick daddy!" Not even five minutes later she wanted back down, and went back to her sleeping spot. That was one of the few times she wanted in my bed.

Every Halloween I dressed her up in costumes and we went out to the pet costumes. Halloween was our time together, and I think her best costume was a butterfly.

The day after Halloween she became sick, and slept all day. The next she threw up a little, and then she seemed to get better and started bouncing around the house. However, after two days she got sick again and went right down hill. She passed away in my arms and we were looking into each others eyes when her legs started twitching and then her eyes went from shinny to dull. I knew she just past away. She was the light of my life and my heart was ripped out.

In the week after word, I woke one morning and could smell her right next to my face, but as soon as i turned my head it was gone. While using the bathroom one morning i smelt her on my right side, but that too was just as fleeting. Little things kept happening that I could not explain like waking to the sound of a dog drinking out of water dish...I could not bring myself to pick up for a few days. The incidents have gotten fewer, but there is a stick on her grave that keeps moving around, and i keep putting it back in the same spot. No one in the house is touching it, so i think it is her.

I do believe that when one gets back to heaven your pets will be there waiting for you! After all God loves them too!

[Ernie of Maine (imported)]

I allso exstand my sympathy at your lost pets are dear ot us. Ernie of Maine

[tugon (imported)]

Ken and Josh I am sorry for the loss of Max. I am sure he considered himself a lucky dog having two very loving people to look after him.

[helen (imported)]

Like others, I offer my sympathy. It seems harder each time one passes on. In time, I hope you feel OK enough to find another pet. Experts say not to try to 'clone' what you had--find the other gender (curious thing to say on this website!) and a different breed so you won't be 'comparing'. maybe you could foster care an older, harder to place dog--like children, everyone wants a baby. an older dog that someone needs to give up due to going into a nursing home, etc often will make a great choice-housebroken,etc. good luck with your grief. helen

[sheep79 (imported)]

sorry to hear of your lose Ken. hugssss

[jemagirl (imported)]

I'm very sorry to hear about your loosing your best friend and loyal companion. I know we can't replace your friend but we are here to support you with big hugggs.

Jema

[mrt (imported)]

I'm so sorry to hear about your

dog... Its the worst!

[Paolo]

A Beloved Pet's Prayer

Remember me always, but don't grieve for me too long. I have tried always to comfort you in times of sorrow, and have made every effort to add joy to your life. I never wanted to cause you pain.

Peace for me is certain now, and I suspect I will have eternal sleep in the earth I have loved so well.

Please, after your period of grieving for me, make room in your heart for another. You are the kind of human being that should always have a friend like me to love. Your kind and gentle heart should not be wasted on my memory for too long. Give your love to another. I know your new friend will never take my place, because we had something very special.

It may not be quite the same, but a new devoted and loving companion will in time, become special in their own way.

You loved me very much and I loved you. My spirit will always be with you, and no matter how deep my sleep, my grateful tail will always be wagging for you.

[Eunuken (imported)]

I wish to thank each and everyone of you for your kind words.

Max meant the world to me, I will NEVER forget him, he was a very special part of my life.

I just wish I could have been the Person he thought I was.

One day I will bring another four footed furry friend in to my life and heart.

Not right away; but the time will come for another to steal my heart. And I will give it.

Thank you all again for your healing words.

Ken

[Cilantro (imported)]

Sorry to hear of your loss.

It has happened to me more than once.

After you grieve,you will go through a period of reassesment and believe me you will find another friend.

I go to shelters and there is always a dog which you will connect to. Only once I had to return a dog because of it's personality.

I wish we could share pictures here.

Good Luck Ken.