19 September, 2011

10 SHORT YEARS

Today has been a bad day. Today I was told my dog has cancer.


Jasper has been my best friend for the past 10 years. He has been my friend when it felt like I had no others. He has been by my side from Canada, to Oregon, to Utah and back to Canada again. He was born a Canadian dog and he will pass away a Canadian dog.


My eyes are swollen from the pain of loving "just a dog" too much. But it's worth it, these dogs give us so much more than we give them.


To Jasper...may the last of your days be filled with lots of swimming, walks, good food and joy; but most of all, love.

9 comments:

Lauren said...

Patti, I started crying when I read this. I am so sorry! These little friends leave such an impact on our lives.

Lori said...

I am truly so sorry. What a sweet dog he is. I am glad I got to meet him one day. What a sweet tender soul he has.

Wendy said...

Oh, that is so sad! I am sorry, Patti...love is love and it hurts no matter.

Joellyn said...

Oh Patti, I'm sorry to hear that. He is such a beautiful dog. He introduced you to me, remember?

The Tregeagles said...

So very sorry Patti. Such great memories you have of him and cherish the time you still have. Hope you feel better too.

Tiera said...

So sorry to hear about Jasper. I lost both of my dogs earlier this year, within a month of each other. Losing a pet is a difficult thing to go through, I'm wishing you both the best.

JenJen said...

oh, Jasper Dog :( I miss him almost as much as I miss you! Give him a hug and a little song for me (you know the one) I'm so sorry Patti *hugs*

Christy said...

Oh I'm so sorry, Patti. That is just terrible and so sad. I hope you can make the most of the time that is left.

Shan @ Design Gal said...

This is heart breaking...I'm so sorry. Our animals aren't just pets, their family. I don't know you personally, but my heart goes out to you. I've loved and lost many a furry friend and it never gets easier. Enjoy the time you have left & imagine how blessed Jasper is to have been loved so much. *hugs*