Robbi Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 [img=http://i608.photobucket.com/albums/tt167/robbi_06/athome3017-1.jpg] Last night my beautiful old Jack spent half the night vomiting, I took him to the vet this morning to see what the problem was. The news was the worst possible, the vet discovered a huge growth in his stomach when he felt around and considering Jacks age and the distinct possibility that there was no chance of a recovery I had him put to sleep, He passed away peacefully in my arms. I had welcomed Jack into my family nearly 4 years ago, his previous owner had a mental illness and was no longer able to care for Jack. He came to me with 2 broken ribs and an ear oozing blood, pus and in a terrible state. He had never been in a house or been socialised with any other dogs and never seen a child! Jacks nature was that of a dignified elderly gentleman, he discovered life inside a house was pretty wonderful, other dogs were friends and fun to play with and children were just part of the deal of being part of the family. Every day I spent with Jack I marveled at his ability to enjoy just living in the moment and forgiving the deeds that had been done to him. I never heard him growl or bare his teeth in anger but would often catch him sitting in a patch of sun with his eyes half closed and his tail gently wagging as if to say life is good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tintin Jac Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 What a beautiful post :D It sounds like you were meant to be together for the last few years of his life. Sorry for your loss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7464 Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 RIP Jack. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlibud Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 I know how hard it is now, but it will bring a smile to your face, as the pain eases, to know that he was happy in his final years with you :D What a lovely tribute to him Hugs to you and RIP Jack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 would often catch him sitting in a patch of sun with his eyes half closed and his tail gently wagging as if to say life is good. :D What a lovely description of a very happy boy. R I P Jack. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trisven13 Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 I had our lovely Grandma girl for the last 12 months of her life. I miss her soooo much it is hard to believe she was only with us for a year. Everyone says that she was lucky to have us for the last year of her life (and she probably was) and that we should be so glad that we made the last year of her life happy (and we probably should) but it will never take away the pain of losing her. The old ones we never expected somehow take our hearts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mochi Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Just wanted to register to say that was really beautiful, seems like you both had a wonderful mutual appreciation of each other. I'm very sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Her Majesty Dogmad Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 So glad you had him for the last few years, he was obviously cherished and loved and would have appreciated every minute of his new life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longclaw Posted August 2, 2009 Share Posted August 2, 2009 So sorry for your loss Robbi Rest easy Jack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greytdog Posted August 3, 2009 Share Posted August 3, 2009 Sorry for your loss. RIP Jack. Sounds like you had a wonderful home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newfsie Posted August 3, 2009 Share Posted August 3, 2009 So sorry to hear of your loss.....At least Jack was lucky enough to have been with you and to have been loved Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsKatie Posted August 3, 2009 Share Posted August 3, 2009 Robbi - what heartbreaking news - sending you our thoughts and hugs. What a beautiful old boy - and what a wonderful life he must have had with you in his autumn years - run free Jack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gemstone Posted August 4, 2009 Share Posted August 4, 2009 so glad he had you for those years - he knows you love him RIP Jack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melbomb Posted August 5, 2009 Share Posted August 5, 2009 Oh Robyn I'm so sorry to hear this. Your tribute is beautiful. You did a wonderful thing, rescuing Jack and i'm sure it was more than appreciated by him. He seemed like such a gentlemanly, happy soul when i met him. ;) RIP Jack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrs tornsocks Posted August 5, 2009 Share Posted August 5, 2009 Run free boy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mona Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 You gave Jack 4 wonderfully happy years - the very best gift possible. Sorry to hear of his passing RIP Jack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
griff Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 so sorry R.I.P Jack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cosmolo Posted August 7, 2009 Share Posted August 7, 2009 So sorry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wazzat Xolo Posted August 7, 2009 Share Posted August 7, 2009 What a sad but beautiful story RIP old man you deserve all the green valleys and sun at the bridge J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MelodysMum Posted August 7, 2009 Share Posted August 7, 2009 Robbi, I am so sorry for your loss. He looks like a very special boy and you gave him a wonderful life. I think it is wonderful that you found each other and spent four special years together. RIP Jack. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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