Today is the 3rd anniversary of my border collie "Jet aka Jetbags" who passed away after a very tough battle with cancer. I just wanted to let all my dog loving friends know how much I still think of Jet, how much I still miss her and how much she still means to me. I just wish all my furry friends would last forever.

Love you Jet :-)

*Leigh - feel free to move this to idle chat, wasn't sure where to post*

Hi Claire, to me the worst thing about having a dog is knowing its not forever, but then that applies to all those we love and care about. Remember all the fun you must have had with Jet, and how much you loved each other. Even though we have other pets, we never forget any of them. They all touch our lives in the most wonderful way, and give us such happy (and sad) times.
Thinking of you and Jet,
Lorna

I wish they would last longer too Claire, they leave such a huge gap when they die.

I realised it is nearly a year since I lost my Terv and it seems like yesterday, sometimes we accidentally call our puppy Tasha, she was such a part of our lives.

I can tell how much Jet was a special part of your life and how strong the bond was fronm your message .... you were both lucky to have had each other :)

Lindsay

Thank you for your kind messages. I can't tell you how close Jet and I were, we went everywhere together. I rescued her from kennels, her previous owners had moved house and left her behind in the empty house with a young puppy. Jet had continued to feed the puppy as best she could for 2 weeks but there was no food for her. Prior to her being left it appeared that she had been 'kicked around' for want of a better word. She was in a right state when I got her. Amazing where her trust and love came from.

It seems like only yesterday that I lost her, and even my JRT which I lost 6 years ago doesn't seem like 2 minutes and I had her for 19 years! I didn't really think I would still get upset 3 years down the line but I guess us softees just can't help it. :-)

Hi there, I feel great empathy with you. It is a year ago today that I lost my Hungarian Wire Haired Vizsla Scully to Addisons Disease. He has left an unfillable gap and it seems such a long ago I stroked him.Time doesnt heal, it only makes me realise just what a special dog he was.Dont forget your special friend.
Diane

The first anniversary is always the hardest, not that it really get's any easier, I guess you just get used to the feelings.

My thoughts are with you Diane.

I have recently lost my Boxer veteran to cancer. (1/10/01)
She was 10 years and 3 weeks old to the day.
I still miss her terribly and still have a good cry each day.
I am lucky that I have two Boxer girls (both related to her) to
keep me busy as I'd be a complete wreck.
The hard thing was that she didn't look like or act like she was so ill.
The vet said to look at her and her x-rays you'd never have matched
the two up. She had a tumour in her kidney and secondary tumours
in her lungs, she only showed a slight cough 48 hours
before she died. She died a few hours after having an operation
to remove the affected kidney.
I still beat myself up about not having the chance to say goodbye.
But she will remain forever in my heart.
Kirstine

Hi , I have just read about your beloved Scully. Just wanted to let you know I lost My Eddie to addisons also on 15/02/02 he was 2 Years 10 months when he died I didn't get a chance to say goodbye . I know what you mean about the guilt but don't beat yourself up about it if you don't know about the condiition it is a race against time. If you wish to contact me please conatct me on my e-mail. Regards Michelle

Hi there, In my breed you never have them for that long...8-9 years is probably about average, but the joy they give you in their short life is so wonderful. In my cupboard I have 11 carved boxes, each containing the ashes of a greatly loved pet. I dont enjoy looking at them, it always upsets me, but at least it makes me feel they are home with me again. I agree that time does heal a little, but not totally. Whenever you think about them the hurt returns, but at these times, try and remember the good times and the fun , love and happiness they gave you. Hope you feel a bit better soon.