I'm so sorry for your loss. I am facing this decision right now with my precious little old man kitty Maxwell. He gets more feeble every day, more arthritic, stumbles more often, Maxwell is 18 years old.

Wolfy was a very handsome fellow, what a beautiful face he has.

deb

I know he felt your love!

Oh no, Susan!! I know you loved him so much and will miss him greatly. I'm so sorry.

S

You were a wonderful mama for Wolfy. I know it hurts to lose them. Have comfort in that you provided him with a loving home and years of love.

Trin

I am so sorry to hear this.

(((((Susan and Wolfy)))))

The love will continue.

The post on your blog was beautifully written (and moved me to tears). So sorry for the loss of your sweet Wolfy.

Oh Susan....Such a sad thing to have to do....the sadest part about loving a pet or a person is giving them back. We just have them to love for such a short time. Many hugs.....Nanny

Oh, I'm so sorry, and I can fully empathize. Blessings and hugs to you.

Giving a pet or person back is also the kindest, bravest moment of true love.

Your writing has left me teary, too. Especially about Wolfy stopping at the flowers.

My sympathies.

My first dog died in July. For a long time after, I still expected her to be there when I woke up, came home from work, etc. Such a hard thing. And in a way, I know she's still here--watching exactly which of her toys I am giving to the pup who followed in her paw-steps.

That poem was just beatiful! I can imagine our dog, Scuffy running and playing and eating, along with DD dog Oso. Am sorry about your loss.

so sorrry!!

Dear Susan,

I wasn't expecting to read this. It seemed that Wolfy was holding his own there for a while and I guess like you I had hoped it would continue on indefinitely. There's no need to tell you that you made the right decision but that doesn't make it any easier. Your home will seem so quiet without him there. When we lost Ozzie last November it was the first time in 32 years that we didn't have a dog to greet us and love us. It is a very odd transition.

Your blog entry had me in tears and the photo perfectly captured that special bond. Sending hugs your way.

(((((((((Susan)))))))))))))

I am so sorry. wolfy was beautiful.

I am so sorry. I know this a tough time.

I'm so sad for you, Susan. We who love these little furry creatures with all our hearts, feel your pain. It's been almost a year since JD died and I can remember the pain as if it were yesterday. I can smile now, though when I think of her and what a great dog she was. It just takes time.

Dottie

I am so sorry, Susan, but as already said....for us to feel such pain means that the love was so deep. What an unselfish gift you gave Wolfie.

Your excellent writing on your blog put me in tears too. Having let so many of my beloved furkids go to their creator, I know exactly how you are feeling and my heart goes out to you. Sending you comforting hugs. ((((Susan)))

(((Susan)))

((((Susan))))
gentle hugs

I am so very sorry, Susan. Our lives are so enriched by the pets we love, and wholove us. I know your Wolfy was blessed to be your 'heart dog' and you were blessed to have him.

Susan, I am so sorry. Wolfy was a beautiful baby. We lost our precious Yorkie in January, and I still mourn for him, so I know how you feel. Think of Wolfy across the Rainbow Bridge, playing with Jill. That should bring a smile to your face, and a warmth to your heart. Hugs!

I am so sorry!! I know you will be comforted by the many years of memories you had with him.

I'm so sorry for your loss Susan. Wolfy was a beautiful dog. (((())))

I am so sorry!!

I read your blog and it brought tears to my eyes, too Susan.
I guess I didn't realize he was in the poor shape that he was.
Of course you know your decision was the right one, but what a horrible decision to make. I know every time I made that with my cats, it was the hardest thing in the world.

When the time comes, and it will for you to get another, he won't replace Wolfy, but he will be deep in your heart as well.

Are you without any dogs now, or is Angel still with you?

I'm so sorry. ((((Susan))))

Ron

Your Wolfy was a beautiful dog. I am so sorry for your loss.

Thank you so much, everyone. The KT is the best!

I find I'm not as devastated as I always thought I'd be. I remember telling Wolfy more than once, years ago, that he wasn't allowed to die. But no one should be forbidden to die. If anything, I worry now that I let him go a little too long. But it's so difficultimpossible, reallyÂto know when the one perfect moment has arrived.

I'm grateful that Wolfy is out of pain, and most of all I'm comforted to know he's finally reunited with the person who used to call him her soulmate.

Thank you again.

Susan

I'm so sorry Susan...I just spent the last half hour reading your blog...you write so beautiful...Now that I've stopped the tears enough to type...I know your pain so well and I hope that when the time is right you will let another furbabe in your life...There is no joy like the joy of loving a dog...I love my cat...but the love I get from our dogs is just no better...I can't help but believe that Wolfy and Jill are together again...smiling down and watching over their Mom...

You're in my thoughts...

I meant to respond to Jasdip: No, Angel left us last summer. I'm happy to say I can still easily conjure up the feel of her long hair (and her long nose!) under my fingers. She was a remarkable dog. I'm sure I'll never have another Briard (I'd never even heard of them before we found Angel), but I'm grateful to have had the experience.

I also meant to add that I'm sure Wolfy's passing hasn't been as hard on me as, say, Mickey's a few months ago, because I hadn't expected Mickey to die. I've been grieving in anticipation for Wolfy for years.

Susan, what a beautiful, yet sad, blog you wrote. Wolfy was such a beauty and I've enjoyed hearing stories of him over the years. I know you loved him deeply and will miss him so much. Thankfully there is comfort for you in knowing he has been reunited with Jill. Many hugs to you Susan.

I'm so sorry Susan.

Sad for you, losing this tie to your Jill. Double-hard.

We could save ourselves so much pain if we never loved. (Would that be LIVING?)

Will you wait a while, then think about another companion?

Susan, I just want to say how sorry I am.

Will you wait a while, then think about another companion?

Back in the day, as they say, my family and I would probably be at the shelter right now, picking out a dog. Or maybe getting a kitten to love while we wait for a dog to find us. Today, I'm tired. The vet said she hoped I'd get another dog, and I replied that it's likely I will, but I'm in no hurry.

Others have suggested that I'd feel more secure with a dog in the house, because they bark at strangers. I'm amused at this, as Wolfy, with his Husky genes, never barked. I think I heard maybe four single barks out of him in his entire life. If a serial killer came to the house, Wolfy would have loved him to death.

Angel, OTOH, had a fierce bark, and a fierce protective instinct. Fortunately, no one ever inspired her to bite.

I am so sorry. (((Susa)))

Susan I just read this post and was so saddened to hear that Woolfy has made his final ride. I think our furry family members are sent to us for reasons unknown only to our higher power. Our hearts fill up with love for these beautiful creatures and they help us through the highs and lows of life. Woolfy has a part of your heart, just as he had a part of Jill's. Now he has returned to her and heaven is bright and happy as they play together.

Susan

Oh Susan, I am sooo sorry for your loss. Yes, our furbabies are just like our own kids. I'm sending you mega thoughts and prayers.
((((Susan))))

Susan, I can hardly breathe thinking about your losses, the latest being your sweet Wolfy. ;(

(((((Susan)))))

I forgot that Angel died last summer, and was a Briard.
I met that breed of dog a year or so ago....very unique, cool ears, and large!
The couple that spoke to me about him, said they are a herding dog, and that he loves herding their grandchildren!
Hubby and I broke up, picturing a dog like your Angle herding little kids. Cute as anything.

You're still in our thoughts and we're here holding your hand to help you through this Susan. I know you said you were expecting it, but to have the house completely devoid of fur kids, that's some getting used to.

"Grieve not, nor speak of me with tears
but laugh and talk of me as if I were beside you...
I loved you so... 'twas Heaven here with you"
Isla Paschal Richardson

Susan ~ My thoughts are with you. We lost our beloved Tootie on March 23, and I understand how difficult it is.

I'm so sorry for your loss. :(

(((Susan))) I'm so sorry.

((((Susan))))) I'm so sorry.

Awww, so sad. :( Your story on your blog is so touching. My sincerest condolences.

BJ

I'm sorry.

((((Susan))))

Two dogs in a year is too many. I'm sorry for your loss.

(((((Susan))))) I am so sorry for your loss, sweetie. I know how empty a house can feel afterward.

This is heartbreaking, Susan, and I know the feeling well. People who don't truly love animals aren't as vulnerable as the rest of us, but they miss out on one of the biggest joys of life. I'm so sorry.