W/NW, Dogs...

<p>In addition to all of their marvelous qualities, dogs are simply wonderful subjects. Their eyes, their hair, their movement. They give us so much and, to photographers, they give us practice. In this shot, I think Belmont is saying, "Again? Oh... you got a new lens, huh? Okay, I'll sit here for one second, but then I'm off to go bark at something."</p><div></div>

<p>Bailey loves unwrapping presents... anybody's.</p>

<p>Don't wait too long Rene', there's a dog out there that needs you... t</p><div></div>

<p>I just have to add that I think there's a beautiful selection of dogs in this thread. And it shows a softer side of us all - - I have loved all my dogs & I still do.<br>

Rene' - - when they go on to the next stage of life I think of them as puppies. They're in a field, with all the chewies & doggie bones any dog can ever imagine... They have no hurts & no pain - they are full of youth, energy & happy to be "alive". I think of them as waiting for me to one day join them - for us to be together again one day.<br>

For now they faithfully - as dogs will do - wait for me. They are all staying with my little brother who left us far too early in his life. He's taking care of them until I can join them all & we can all be together & be happy with no pain nor suffering.<br>

When my daughter was little I told her this when one of our pets went on. Andrea's take on it was this - - "it's unfair". I said "What is?" And in her tender years her answer was so sweet it made me laugh... "It's unfair that uncle Ian gets to have all our pets."<br>

So that's where my dogs, cats, birds & I hope horses I had when I was young are - - with my little brother - - out in a huge field with tall green grass & all the beautiful flowers.<br>

I don't know if it helps you or not - but I can hope. I know it helps me.<br>

Take care of yourselves & don't wait too long - your beautiful JIROH wants you to be happy again & safe.<br>

Lil :-)</p>

<p>Renè, I understand your feelings... I have been forced to this kind of absence for two times in my life. We also have a retriever in our family:</p><div></div>

<p>Rene,<br>

My heart goes out to you. Here are my golden retriever T-Bone (six years old now) and his late friend Daffy, who lived with us for nearly seventeen years.</p><div></div>

<p>Thank you all! I appreciate your words. So many of us have been there and we all know it isn't easy. <br>

On the original post there where a few (many) typos but the one I want to make clear is about his name:<br>

<strong>JIROH</strong> means "<strong>S</strong><strong>ECOND SON</strong>" or "<strong>SECOND BORN"</strong>, not son<strong>G</strong>! My oldest son named him.<br>

I just called my wife to tell her to look at the thread. It is a shame but this morning I left home at 5 am. I just got into a hotel right now after driving all day. All day long, all I've been thinking about was Jiroh and all the happy times he gave us. He was always the best well behaved out of the 3 kids.<br>

The kids are taking it better than what I thought but I feel very sorry for my wife coz she is home alone. <br>

When I get back I will scan all his pictures. I have hundreds but most are all on film.<br>

<strong>Thank you all for your concern and support!</strong> Rene'</p>

 

<p>My sincerest sympathies Rene'. There is nothing to equal a dog's love.</p>

<p>We adopt retired racing greyhounds. Breeders produce them in large quantities, seeking a big winner, and then discard those who don't cut the mustard. Despite the eforts of rescue groups, thousands are killed every year. They are sweet and gentle creatures (unless you're a rabbit).</p>

<p>We usually have three at a time. Here is one set. Jake (in the back) is still with us at 14. Ruby and Darcy have passed on.</p>

<p>Gosh, you'd think I would have figured this out by now.</p><div></div>

<p>Rene, my sincere sympathies. It is always hard to lose a loved one, one who really doesn't ask much in return, except love, and the basics, water, food and shelter.</p>

<p>Rainbow Bridge<br>

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge. When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all our special friends so they can run and play together.<br>

There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable. All the animals who have been ill and old are restored to health and vigor, those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.<br>

The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.<br>

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His eyes are intent; his eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.<br>

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.<br>

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together.<br>

Author Unknown</p>

<p>When my time comes, I know I will meet once again with Ju-Leo (1 November 1988 - 7 february 2001); Jiggaloh (25 January 1995 - 16 August 2006; Jarvie (25 January 1995 - 26 January 2009) and Just - Ace (9 November 2005 - ?).<br>

I am certain both my late parents are with Nina (25 January 1995 - xx August 2005).<br>

All the above gods are Irish (Red) Setters. Sorry, I meant dogs.</p>

<p>Great thread-dogs can be special in our lives, and teach us things about life. This is Lutsen, two years old at the time, a chocolate lab.<br>

Randy</p><div></div>

<p><img src="http://d6d2h4gfvy8t8.cloudfront.net/4425129-md.jpg" alt="" width="679" height="428" /><br>

<img src="../photo/4425129&size=md" alt="" /> <br /> Rene,<br /> I am sorry for your loss. One of the saddest things about dogs. as one of my older friends say, is that they don't live long enough and we will have to undergo many losses in one human's life time.Our last lovely white bull terrier died four years ago it is still painful for me to think about it..<br /> Enclosed is a photograph of our current dog Rhory taken on film with the F100 and the 20 mm F2.8 lens<br /> <img src="../photo/4425129&size=md" alt="" /></p>

<p>You are happy, can't quite say the same ----- just click it and let's go on.</p>

<p>Rene my condelences on your loss, think you gave him a great time. There are other dogs looking for a good home. Wait a bit and get another one. You will also miss the daily walks and getting out and about and that special friend whos always happy to see you. Regards Carl</p><div></div>

<p>Just wanted to say I'm sorry about losing your lab, he was beautiful dog. Pets can be very special for sure. Here is my boxer Kadie, one of best dogs I have had and still going strong for 10 year old.</p><div></div>

<p>My condolences, Rene.<br>

Touching comments and photos here. There is something universal about the experience of having a dog in the family. This is true even for our cairn terrier who at times wore this mask <em>not</em> to protect people from him (no danger there), but to protect <em>him from </em> <em>himself</em> when he had a tendency to snack on inedibles -- a habit he finally has gotten over ... for the most part.</p>

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<p>I have to add a photo of Lord Wellington. He's a working dog in Carmel, a professional greeter, has his own art gallery, and a spot in My Space. </p><div></div>

<p>Poor but happy. Taken at Dominican Republic in March 2008.</p><div></div>

<p>Rene',<br>

I am sorry to hear of the loss of your friend, and I too hope your children are doing ok.I have had to put down two "puppies" and one "kitty." It never is easy.</p>

<p>Rene',<br>

I am sorry to hear of the loss of your friend, and I too hope your children are doing ok.I have had to put down two "puppies" and one "kitty." It never is easy.</p>

<p>Rene' sorry for your loss. I lost two quickly back in the 1970's. Its been a long time but 3 1/2 years ago we got a black retriever puppy. She is sweet to all. She is happiest when swimming in a creek or pulling on a rope. A true friend always smiling.</p>

<p>So sorry to hear of your loss. My wife and I lost our beloved Rottweiler and Shetland Sheepdog within 3 months of each other last year. They will be sorely missed.</p>

<p >"A dog is the only thing on this earth that loves you more than he loves himself." -- Josh Billings (Henry Wheeler Shaw)</p>

 

<p><img src="../photo/5951001&size=lg" alt="" /> <br /> So sorry to hear of your loss. Dogs are another member of the family. Here's one of mine. Her name is Amber. Saved her when she was nine weeks old. This was about two summers ago. She's going on <a href="../photo/5951001">eight</a> <a href="../photo/5951001&size=lg"><img src="../photo/5951001&size=lg" alt="" /> </a> .</p>

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<p>My condolences, Rene'. A very nice looking dog with a touching bio. Here are two of many pictures, one of my parents' Howie as a puppy, and one of our neighbors' Keats, who sadly passed away.<br>

<img src="http://d6d2h4gfvy8t8.cloudfront.net/1401660-md.jpg" alt="" width="767" height="512" /><br>

Howie <em>http://www.photo.net/photo/1401660</em></p>

<p><img src="http://d6d2h4gfvy8t8.cloudfront.net/1411005-md.jpg" alt="" width="748" height="516" /><br>

Keats <em>http://www.photo.net/photo/1411005</em></p>

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<p><img title="BROTHERS WITH MOM" src="http://d6d2h4gfvy8t8.cloudfront.net/8477698-sm.jpg" border="0" alt="BROTHERS WITH MOM" width="199" height="153" /><br>

My wife's babies. Kasper, as in Casper the Ghost, and Alpine, as in Alpine mountains. Brothers from different litters. White German Shepards. I come second to them in many ways. They even have car seats for riding in her car. They are special to her. So, we know and understand your loss as if we were to loose them she would be devastated. So, my condolences.</p>

<p>Rene, my condolences. It hurts to lose a long time friend. We lived with Carlo for about 12 years, and simply had to put him down February. It wasn't a difficult decision; it was the only thing to do for him.<br>

The house was so empty without him that I immediately set out to locate another that, hopefully, would be like him. We now have Beamish living with us. Although I managed a respectable photo of Carlo, I am still trying with Beamish (AKA Paloma's Jabberwodk Slayer.</p>