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Unread 02-05-2021, 08:10 AM   #1
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I had to say goodbye to my best friend and hunting partner yesterday. These last two weeks have been a learning experience.

First I learned what Hemangiosarcoma was. Then I learned the tumor was on her heart. (The same heart that beat in step with mine for the last 12 years.) Then I had to learn what a MF'er hermangiosarcoma is, and how it silently moves in to destroy all future hopes and dreams.

Fortunately for Abby, it's not painful. The pain is left for me to bear. She remained the stoic English Lady she was to the very end. Now she is running free, unwinded, on strong steady legs, and I am left to pick up the pieces of my shattered life.

We all carry on, but the hole left inside grows ever bigger, and the burden of loss weighs heavy. So while we have them (and them us), hold them dear for they own our hearts.
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My heart and thoughts goes out to you Jon. A real tragedy for certain... I can't even imagine.

How old was she?

What a pretty girl! She'll be forever in your memories - cherish them.

So sorry...






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I’m so sorry Jon. It tears our hearts out when we lose our beloved dogs. But if it’s any consolation, Abby will be wagging her tail and waiting by the door for you when it’s time to join her.
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Thank you Dean. Abby would have been 12 on Valentines Day.
What adds to the tragedy is, except for the tumor, she was in incredible physical condition for a setter her age.
We still have Annie Oakley, who is also mourning the loss of her best friend and hunting partner. We plan to breed AO next heat.
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Jon, it's hard to know what to say at times like this. There are many of us who feel your pain of loss and your story brings back our own sad memories. Just know that what you had with Abby will never leave you. As you wrote, she will be running free and easy, and in my belief, she will be waiting for you to hunt with you again some day.

I hope you find peace.
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Way to go Jon!

New pups will certainly keep you busy and take away the raw pain.





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I'm very sorry for your loss Jon. Andy
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Dogs will guarantee you two things: unfettered devotion and in the end, a broken heart.

Sorry for your loss,

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Thank you everyone.
Especially to Annie Oakley for being the strong one right now.
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Wonderful dog Jon. Sorry for your loss.
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