August 7, 2009 — My son lost his dog yesterday. Alexis aka Alex, aka Big Al died fairly peacefully at home some time on Wednesday night. My son and his Mom have had Big Al since they found her basically as a stray outside a vets office a good many years ago. She was some sort of mix and I am not sure a mix of what, but she was one fine dog.
You just could not help but love a dog like Big Al. She was playful, friendly, and very faithful. I don't remember how old my son was when they took Big Al in, but they were very close over the years. He adored her and it was likewise for Big Al.
It's hard, and I mean very hard when you loose a family member. If you have ever loved a dog and then had to see him or her pass on it is absolutely gut wrenching. They just become such a big and important part of our lives and we just can't imagine not being without them. You sometimes wonder just how the world could get so messed up at a time like this.
One thing is for sure though. The memories of Alex will live in many people for a long time. It is also somewhat comforting to know that she no longer suffers and tries to keep on going. She just finally got tired and laid down and said this is it I am going to chase rabbits. It's what really matters!
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ReplyDeleteMy heart just bleeds for the family. I remember so many times losing puppies and dogs and expecially Mindy.
Mindy was mine way before Jeff, Eric, Brady or Rae. She lived with me before time. I remember that little puppy with the big feet.
But oh how I could never live my life without having puppies in them, they are such a joy to have. I'm glad they had Alex.
I also remember my cuz losing her faithful dogs a few years ago and how heart breaking that was.
As I said before. We are a dog family. We have lots of love to share.
Your neice.
Oh we have had so many great dogs in this family haven't we Carolyn? They bring so much joy into our lives and yes we do have lots of love to share.
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