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Our Beloved Daisy

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Posted by Howard Cheek on July 16, 2014 at 5:17 PM
Our Beloved Daisy
Daisy was faithful & true, our devoted & courageous companion for 13 years. We rescued her from from an abusive home at two years old. Then she survived a copperhead bite (but lost an eye), a true survivor.
Wonderful Mom, (she had one litter with us). Survived by Boo-Boo (one of four off-spring that’s still with us). Of all the dogs I’ve known, she had that something special in her character that’s hard to define.
We have a large hole in our hearts with her passing today..
A very remarkable & even tempered loving dog, we will miss her dearly.

(Snapshot's from a year ago before her CHF diagnosis)
Posted by Eva McDermott on July 16, 2014 at 7:20 PM
It is always so sad when we lose a family member. She sounds like an amazing companion and one tough girl. So sorry for your loss Howard.
Posted by Paul Breitkreuz on July 16, 2014 at 8:00 PM
Sorry to hear this very sad update, Howard. I recall you mentioning once before about her run in with a copperhead and the resulting eye loss too. An amazing survival story in itself.

Having lost many of our own family critters over time during my long life it is always an empty feeling each time without a doubt.

Please take care....!!
Posted by Peter Cross on July 16, 2014 at 8:10 PM
Losing a member of one's family is always difficult even when you know it's going to happen. Sounds like you have lots of really good memories of Daisy plus lots of photos. I'm sure Boo-Boo is missing her as well. Probably when the time is right another special dog will be welcomed into your home. But for now remember the good times with her.
Posted by Howard Cheek on July 17, 2014 at 7:54 AM
I will pass on your condolences to my wife, thank you all so much..
She reminded me this morning there's a doggy heaven, no doubt in her mind. She's up there right now with Buddy & Rosie having a ball.
Posted by David Chauvin on July 17, 2014 at 8:34 AM
I have a friend whose idea of heaven is being reunited with all of the dogs that have shared her life. I sure hope so. My condolences on your loss.
Posted by Ray Whitt on July 17, 2014 at 9:52 AM
Very sorry for your loss Howard,

Ray
Posted by Luke Ormand on July 17, 2014 at 12:20 PM
Sorry for your loss - I have experienced the pain (even though it was my wife's dog and I only spent a few years with it) and know how you feel. All you can do is focus on the great memories you have and how much richer your life is because of this family member.
Posted by scott lanz on July 17, 2014 at 12:42 PM
My sincerest condolences, Howard. I have had dogs my entire life, but after our last dog had to be put down, I couldn't stand the thought of going through that again. After 4 years, I relented and we took into a rescue retriever. I agree with you that about some dogs being special. That's how I feel about the one we have now.
Posted by Bill Chambers on July 18, 2014 at 9:40 AM
So sorry to hear about Daisy. Animals indeed have a special place in our hearts, and their death can be a terrible loss.
Posted by Peter May on July 19, 2014 at 9:02 AM
Very sorry to hear this, Howard.
Posted by Lon Overacker on July 20, 2014 at 12:58 AM
Very sorry about your loss of Daisy. We said goodbye to our 15yr old bud Scout at the end of February - totally emphasize with you. Never, never easy.
Posted by Mark Seaver on July 23, 2014 at 3:05 PM
Howard, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. Losing a special friend like that leaves a big hole in your house and your heart.
Posted by Jim Erhardt on September 16, 2014 at 6:30 AM
Losing a pet can be as traumatic as losing a human family member. Sorry to hear of your loss. :frown: