[livius]

Sorry, guy. I'm not a dog person, but I can understand. If some predator got my horse, I'd feel the same way.

What I can't understand is why wildlife policy is actually promoting destructive pests (coyotes, foxes, wolves, prairie dogs). In fact, my daughter, who lives in Colorado, said that some of these have become so bold they even stalk humans. She's a police officer and has to stay in training, but when she sees pawprints (mountain lion) in the snow on the trail when she's about to go jogging, she heads right back to her car.

Isn't it time to change these policies?

[Neenah]

I have felt this pain like so many have. It is hard. I lost my Cocker Spaniel, Murphy several years ago, and cried for 3 days.

I wrote a Eulogy to him on Free Republic and people were so kind and a comfort to me. I felt silly writing a Tribute to Murphy, but you know, people who have loved a pet and lost them, completely understand the pain of losing one who loved you no matter what. One who was so happy to see you and that tail would not stop! That little head resting in your lap, those kisses....those big eyes...and you will never forget any of those qualities of your loyal friend.

When I was feeling like you are now, and wrote my tribute, a freeper sent me THE RAINBOW BRIDGE. I will never forget that kindness..it helped reading all of it.

I hope all the love pouring out to you now from people on this thread will give you comfort..and may I pass along ......

THE RAINBOW BRIDGE.