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Hi folks,

I know that obituaries are normally posted in the "rainbow bridge" section of the forum, but I normally only frequent the training section of the forum, so I thought I'd post here so that people who know me don't miss it.

My staffy Monster passed away last night unexpectedly, at 9 1/2 years of age. When I came home from uni in the afternoon he was lying in the yard, just like he'd gone to sleep. He was perfectly happy and healthy - he'd spent the morning playing in the park, and the previous evening doing Rally-o at obedience school.

I first came to DOL nearly 4 years ago (!) wanting to learn new ways to manage dog aggression. Monster was the first dog I'd owned, and when I got him he was a bundle of uncontrolled dog aggression and predatory energy. Since then, he improved enough for us to get our CGC title, compete successfully in two obedience ribbon trials, and train Rally-o. He was always brimming with enthusiasm and life, and was sweet natured enough to win the hearts of many people who thought they didn't like "THAT type" of dog.

Thanks very much to everyone who has shared their training knowledge and suggestions, debated training ideas with me, and critiqued us on youtube, over the last 4 or so (!) years I've been on DOL. It has been very very much appreciated.

RIP M-dog, you'll be missed.

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Amhailte - I logged on this morning and your post is one of the first one's I've seen. I'm surprised and shocked. Dear little Monster. He taught you so much Am, and journeyed with you so far. If not for you his life would not have been as fulfilling as I know from the posts and other communications we've shared that it has been. Whatever the reason for him to have chosen this time to cross to 'the other world', I'm gladdened that it was a cross-over that is peaceful .... he deserved that. Am, I'm really sorry and can well imagine the heavy heart you carry and hope you are ok. :D Here for you if you need to 'talk'.

RIP Monster :thumbsup:. You brought your Mistress as much joy, knowledge and companionship as she did for you.

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Hi folks,

I know that obituaries are normally posted in the "rainbow bridge" section of the forum, but I normally only frequent the training section of the forum, so I thought I'd post here so that people who know me don't miss it.

My staffy Monster passed away last night unexpectedly, at 9 1/2 years of age. When I came home from uni in the afternoon he was lying in the yard, just like he'd gone to sleep. He was perfectly happy and healthy - he'd spent the morning playing in the park, and the previous evening doing Rally-o at obedience school.

I first came to DOL nearly 4 years ago (!) wanting to learn new ways to manage dog aggression. Monster was the first dog I'd owned, and when I got him he was a bundle of uncontrolled dog aggression and predatory energy. Since then, he improved enough for us to get our CGC title, compete successfully in two obedience ribbon trials, and train Rally-o. He was always brimming with enthusiasm and life, and was sweet natured enough to win the hearts of many people who thought they didn't like "THAT type" of dog.

Thanks very much to everyone who has shared their training knowledge and suggestions, debated training ideas with me, and critiqued us on youtube, over the last 4 or so (!) years I've been on DOL. It has been very very much appreciated.

RIP M-dog, you'll be missed.

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I am very sorry for your loss. What a wonderful shot that is of him.

I hope you have many happy memories of you time with him, once the initial shock has passed.

He looks so beautiful.

From a fellow staffy lover.

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Sorry for your loss of your best friend :laugh:

I am a big believer that animals come into our lives comes for a reason, you have learnt so much with your little one take these lessons forward and onto your next dog and Monster's spirit will live on forever in him.

RIP Monster :scared:

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I'm so sorry for your loss. How awful to come home to find him like that but how great to know that he chose to go across the bridge when he did, before you had to make that decision for him.

He looked like a real character with his huge grin.

I hope you find solace in his memory.

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