Hello from the UK
Our 3 boys have all been special in their own way, but Harry was extra special. He'd had a horrible start in life, was very neglected, matted, flea ridden and half starved when he came to us via the OES Rescue here in England. He became an extremely handsome boy, whom we absolutely adored. He had a few behavioural issues, was possessive of his food, and didn't like us cuddling, but hey, it was all part of his charm. The lady at the rescue said he wasn't a typical OES pup, and to a certain extent, he wasn't. We didn't have any of the terrible two's with him, what we affectionately called their 'jubilant delinquent' phase, he was a great house dog, and he absolutely adored our son, his big brother  He was always happy to guard the house for us when we went out, and was calm and patient when we got home. We moved house a few months ago, and he became unsettled when we left him. We didn't realise at the time, that his change in behaviour must have been to do with the cancer. The tumour didn't appear until a few days before his death. The vet did a biopsy, and unfortunately he had a bad reaction to the anaesthetic, and went in to heart failure the following day. We rushed him straight to the surgery, but there was nothing they could do to help him, and we had to make the heartbreaking decision to end his suffering. It was a few days later that we got the biopsy results, so we were relieved he'd been spared the pain. The house is empty without him, we miss him terribly, but we console ourselves that he had a good life with us, and was nearly 12 when he died. We desperately want another, and will opt for a rescue, as unfortunately there are quite a few always needing a good home. I'll hopefully be able to post a picture when we welcome another sheepie in to our home, in the meantime, I'll console myself looking at all your beautiful boys and girls.  |
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| welcome from fla |
| Welcome Paula and I'm so sorry for your loss. It sounds like you gave Harry a loving and wonderful life and he gave back to you, what you gave to him. When that next sheepie comes into your life, yes please share lots of pictures and stories! Hello from Joliet, Illinois! Cindy & Teddy |
| Welcome to the forum! So sorry for your loss, but it sounds like Harry had the best love and care. Wishing you the best as you search for your next furbaby! |
Welcome Paula and family, from Minnesota USA  I hope you find another OES to fill the hole in your heart. So sad about your boy Harry  |
| Hello from WI. It's terrible when we lose them but you gave him a good life and I hope there is another one for you to love soon. |
| Welcome to the forum Paula, from Northampton UK. Your boy sounded lovely so sorry you have lost him. I am sure you will find another sheepie soon and we look forward to seeing him. I came across some the other day whilst browsing, but they were Lancashire way. Speak soon xx |
| Welcome Paula, from another Paula. Was your dad named Paul? Mine was. I'm sorry for your loss of Harry, but hope the pictures and stories here help heal your heart. |
| My sympathies to you and your family on your loss of Harry. I would love to see a picture of him. Best of luck on finding your next sheepie. He/she won't replace Harry, but will at least help comfort you with some sheepie antics. |
| Welcome from Tennessee. So very sorry for your loss of sweet Harry he sounds like a wonderful guy. |
| Welcome to the forum from Las Vegas. I'm so sorry for your loss of Harry! He was lucky to have found a home with you. I can't tell you how much I hate cancer. It was good he didn't suffer. I'm sorry for what you are going through! Sure would love to see pics of your Harry and your other past sheepies. You just never forget how special each one was. There are so many beautiful sheepies on this forum to enjoy and to help get your mind off of your grief. |
Hello and welcome from Kent UK  I'm so sorry for your loss... this is a great place to get a little therapy and plan your next sheepie adventure  I think you might be the closest member of the forum to me geographically   |
| 12! What a wonderful, long life for a sheepie! You gave Harry a great life, I'm sure, especially after his rough start. Welcome to our little corner of the internet- thanks for joining us, and for giving Harry the wonderful life, and love, that you did! |
| Thank you so much for your kind words, it really does help knowing that other people know exactly how you feel, and a big hello to my fellow Brits! My photos are too large to upload, but I've put a few together into a Picasa album, so if you'd like to see my lovely boys, just click on the link. https://picasaweb.google.com/BeadyEyedB ... directlink |
| Welcome from Ottawa, Canada! Sorry for your recent loss. Good luck in your search for a new sheepdog, certainly can't replace, but he/she will bring new love and happiness. |
| Welcome Paula from upside down land Sorry for your loss of your special man and may another fur baby bless your home soon |
| Handsome boys! Great jewelry too. Don't wear much jewelry but appreciate looking at beautiful jewelry. |
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