23 November 2012

Good Bye Old Friend

Koda has been a faithful companion for many years, this morning was my old bird-dog's last.

Going to be hard, not having him walk beside me, not seeing him as I look out of my windows. He was getting up there in years. The last month has been the worst, lost most of his muscle mass, barely moved. We took our last walk early this morning, he never stopped wagging his tail.

So long my friend, may the birds be plentiful and the fields unending, you will be missed, terribly so.



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16 comments:

  1. PerkunasNovember 23, 2012 at 10:26 AM

    Man do i know that losing your dog companion can be tough, so, my condolences.

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  2. RichardNovember 23, 2012 at 10:49 AM

    Very sorry to hear of your loss. Lost my dog of legends a year or so back. Man, that's hard to deal with :-(

    Get a puppy when the time is right and remember the good times :-)

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  3. Bob McNovember 23, 2012 at 1:15 PM

    It's the pits, but we all go through it. At least those of us who love dogs.

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  4. Rocky Mountain RamblerNovember 23, 2012 at 1:52 PM

    Sorry for your loss, I just went through this myself. But the way I see it, when its my time, I know I'll have a friend waiting for me.

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  5. Corey BeaversNovember 23, 2012 at 3:08 PM

    I am sorry to hear it. Good dogs leave a lot of good memories.

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  6. AnonymousNovember 23, 2012 at 4:04 PM

    I feel for you. I've lost a couple good companions over the years and it never gets easier. To good times and fond memories.

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  7. SmithhammerNovember 23, 2012 at 7:24 PM

    Dang. Sorry to hear that, AG. Dogs just don't live long enough. I have a GSP as well. They are really wonderful, remarkable dogs.

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  8. CroNovember 23, 2012 at 7:37 PM

    Thank you all for your well wishes and sympathies. Much appreciated.

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  9. Gorges SmytheNovember 23, 2012 at 8:39 PM

    Sorry to hear about Koda. It's a shame their lives don't more closely match our own in years. Their love is the truest you'll ever find.

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  10. Hendrik MNovember 24, 2012 at 5:44 AM

    Sorry to read that, my condolences.

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  11. Stephen McGuireNovember 24, 2012 at 8:16 AM

    So sorry to hear that, hope you and your family find some comfort. :(

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  12. Peter PatenaudeNovember 24, 2012 at 1:03 PM

    My condolences- You lost a good friend and my thoughts are with you and your family.

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  13. AnonymousNovember 24, 2012 at 1:13 PM

    Sorry to hear it, brother. :(

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  14. azmike9November 26, 2012 at 2:03 PM

    I am so sorry for your loss. I have had the same loss in my life and I know I will again. It never is easy to lose such a loyal and loving companion. i wish you all the very best and I will toast one to Koda around the fire tonight down here in Arizona.

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  15. Gabe "Rollo"November 28, 2012 at 11:22 AM

    Good ol' dog. May it's chewing bones be full of marrow and the water cool to drink in doggy Valhalla!

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  16. two4hookingNovember 30, 2012 at 12:39 PM

    My sympathies.... our pets share our lives.

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