Prayers outbound. He’s with your Dad now. You’ll see them again in a better place.
My heartfelt sympathy to you for the loss of your beloved family members.
God Bless you and may He heal your sorrow.
Thanks to all, Dutch was a therapy dog to a group of individuals that were very appreciative of his presence. He dedicated many hours of service to people that otherwise would not have known his grace.
I am so sorry for your loss.
I am so sorry for your loss, you are in my prayers. I know what it is like, it is hard but remember they still live on in your heart and mind as well as waiting for you in Heaven.
So very sorry RS_Rider. I honestly believe pets are angels sent to love us unconditionally in a world where that is something very hard to find.
Here is a poem about the Rainbow Bridge that has comforted me and others I know when a friend is lost. I’m sure Dutch is on the bridge waiting for you and he’s probably already being petted by your father.
Rainbow Bridge
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....
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I would like to thank all of the Freepers that responded to my post. There is not a better community of great conservatives anywhere, and your comments and wishes have made this time of hurting endurable. My pains are nothing compared to ones who have lost family members in the recent ongoing conflicts but the consideration afforded to me today are most welcome. God bless all and long live Free Republic.
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My prayers and sympathies for your loss. I’m sure your friend will be missed by many.
Someone once asked Martin Luther if dogs go to heaven he replied, “your heaven will be perfect, they will be there.”
I am so sorry for your loss.Here is a Bible verse that has helped me through many losses,inclduing beloved pupsters:
Romans:Chp 8
“Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us. 38 For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, 39 Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
I don’t understand how heaven works, but I believe that in the spritual realm LOVE that we have for each other and our pupsters, lives on. God has not given us this relationship to have it just “end”...the love you shared with your father and with Dutch is still there forever. It is on a spiritual realm, which of course we can’t fathom how that works, but its as real, or more so, than any earthly reality.
May you find the peace that passes all understanding.
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I don't want forget those special moments, this was my way if coping.
I see your Dutch was a Westie and he decided to cross the bridge to be with your dad.....I am so sorry...
I am writing this as I cuddle my own Westie rescue, Zach...
Little dogs that take up a big space in your home and heart....
I’m sorry to hear about your loss. I know how much it hurts to lose a good dog and a family member.
So sorry for your loss.
I am so sorry for your loss, RS. It hurts like hell.. I know that. If it is any comfort, I picture your Dad and the doggie together. Happy, healthy, full of joy. Prayers of comfort for you... Hugs, Mom