RIP "Duff" 24th Oct 2011
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RIP "Duff" 24th Oct 2011
Well my best mate passed away yesterday after the roughest year of his life.
1st Dec 199 to 24th Oct 2011, age 11.8
Duff was half Chow/ Shar Pei and was the driving force in getting our Smooth Chow "Winston" who is now 2.5. Duff did his rear right Cruciate Ligament a new Years Day 2011, which we had surgery and all was great. Then in June he was diagnosed with Pancreaitis and a heart murmer. Then a week later he did his other cruciate luigament. And then Sunday night we had a big downhill slide and the hardest decision of my life was made yesterday at the vet.
We adapoted Duff from a rescue home in Oct 2004 and he was wonderfull. He did have a great life and always had the best of everything. I will miss him so much and he was so loyal, all he ever wanted to do was be with me and it suxs he had such a hard year, I will miss you boy
Love Dad.
1st Dec 199 to 24th Oct 2011, age 11.8
Duff was half Chow/ Shar Pei and was the driving force in getting our Smooth Chow "Winston" who is now 2.5. Duff did his rear right Cruciate Ligament a new Years Day 2011, which we had surgery and all was great. Then in June he was diagnosed with Pancreaitis and a heart murmer. Then a week later he did his other cruciate luigament. And then Sunday night we had a big downhill slide and the hardest decision of my life was made yesterday at the vet.
We adapoted Duff from a rescue home in Oct 2004 and he was wonderfull. He did have a great life and always had the best of everything. I will miss him so much and he was so loyal, all he ever wanted to do was be with me and it suxs he had such a hard year, I will miss you boy
Love Dad.
RIP Duff, 01/12/1999- 24/10/2011
Winston, 15/04/2009 - current
Winston, 15/04/2009 - current
Re: RIP "Duff" 24th Oct 2011
I know how hard a year you have had with Duff and you have done a wonderful job getting him through all his various difficulties this year. Duff knew how loved he was by you and Maz and was such a happy boy from such a hard begining. You gave him a long life that so many dogs can only dream of. It is so hard to let him go and you gave him the one last gift we can give our chowdren...a dignified end. Rip in peace Duff duff. So sorry for your loss Stephen and Maz....give Winston a hug from me and I am sure he will be getting lots of hugs......
Re: RIP "Duff" 24th Oct 2011
I know how hard a year you have had with Duff and you have done a wonderful job getting him through all his various difficulties this year. Duff knew how loved he was by you and Maz and was such a happy boy from such a hard begining. You gave him a long life that so many dogs can only dream of. It is so hard to let him go and you gave him the one last gift we can give our chowdren...a dignified end. Rip in peace Duff duff. So sorry for your loss Stephen and Maz....give Winston a hug from me and I am sure he will be getting lots of hugs......
Re: RIP "Duff" 24th Oct 2011
Thanks Siriol,
As you know you have been a huge help this year with knowledge and support through Duff's cruiate issues. I know it gets better with time and the wound is very young, but it is so weird not hearing him walk down the hallway and the moral issues weigh heavy.
It's great having Winston as he has been smootherd today and I asume he's thinking "just leave me alone dad". But in true Chow fashion he doesnt let of any emotion, so cant tell anything.
Steve
As you know you have been a huge help this year with knowledge and support through Duff's cruiate issues. I know it gets better with time and the wound is very young, but it is so weird not hearing him walk down the hallway and the moral issues weigh heavy.
It's great having Winston as he has been smootherd today and I asume he's thinking "just leave me alone dad". But in true Chow fashion he doesnt let of any emotion, so cant tell anything.
Steve
RIP Duff, 01/12/1999- 24/10/2011
Winston, 15/04/2009 - current
Winston, 15/04/2009 - current
Re: RIP "Duff" 24th Oct 2011
Iam so sorry to hear about Duff I so enjoyed your stories of Duff and Winston. I too had to make that decision last Fri. and its the hardest to make, but you know Duff is free of any pain now. My Nikki just went downhill so fast and she let me know it was time..you just feel it in your heart and you see it in their eyes..
Duff, be free ...of all your pains..and do a couple of zoomies with Nikki now..
Duff, be free ...of all your pains..and do a couple of zoomies with Nikki now..
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Re: RIP "Duff" 24th Oct 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. Duff looks like he was very happy and loved through his life with you!
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Re: RIP "Duff" 24th Oct 2011
so, so sorry to hear this ...lovely pics of Duff & you guys....sounds & looks like he had a wonderful and very happy life with you...sending our condolences your way...RIP Duff xx
Chrissy & Maya
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Re: RIP "Duff" 24th Oct 2011
Duff was a beautiful dog - my condolences on your loss.
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Re: RIP "Duff" 24th Oct 2011
I am very sorry for your loss. I know how tough it is to make that decision. He looks like he had a wonderful life with you. He is running free now.
Re: RIP "Duff" 24th Oct 2011
Rest in Peace, Duff
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Re: RIP "Duff" 24th Oct 2011
RIP Duff ... and zoomie zoomie zoom over the bridge. Give my Kimba a purple kiss, if you will ... oh how I miss her!!! {\o/} hugs to you and yours.
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Re: RIP "Duff" 24th Oct 2011
Steve,
I am so so sorry to hear this. It's very apparent how much you loved him through all of your posts about him. My heart and prayers go out to you.
Godspeed Duff!
I am so so sorry to hear this. It's very apparent how much you loved him through all of your posts about him. My heart and prayers go out to you.
Godspeed Duff!
Jess
R.I.P. Cinder~1992-1994, Tippsy~9/00-4/11, Jasper~10/08-10/14, Todd~2/11-7/15
Dixie: mix Rebel: mix
R.I.P. Cinder~1992-1994, Tippsy~9/00-4/11, Jasper~10/08-10/14, Todd~2/11-7/15
Dixie: mix Rebel: mix
Re: RIP "Duff" 24th Oct 2011
Thankyou all for all your great support. Yes he was loved dearly and can't wait for the pain to pass and to only recall the good memories.
I also see a few of you have had recent loss and may all our puppies run free, lick and sniff together. My last doggie loss was in 1999 and I recall it hurting for a while, but these days I look back and only recall the great things. So just cant wait for the same with Duff, just wish it was quicker. It's also great being able to talk about it which I believe will help my healing process.
Thanks
Steve
I also see a few of you have had recent loss and may all our puppies run free, lick and sniff together. My last doggie loss was in 1999 and I recall it hurting for a while, but these days I look back and only recall the great things. So just cant wait for the same with Duff, just wish it was quicker. It's also great being able to talk about it which I believe will help my healing process.
Thanks
Steve
RIP Duff, 01/12/1999- 24/10/2011
Winston, 15/04/2009 - current
Winston, 15/04/2009 - current
Re: RIP "Duff" 24th Oct 2011
Sorry I did not reply sooner. Duff was a classic. I always enjoyed the photos and adventures of him and his little brother. I hope you get to only the good memories soon.
Re: RIP "Duff" 24th Oct 2011
Thanks Auddymay,
Just reading this has brought tears up again. Was only thinking this morning how Duff would bash and open the door into the bathroom. I was always so annoying, but gez I miss it.
It was amazing how Duff struggled with Winston initially but after that 1st 6 months they were so close. This last year the two were always together and Winston really cared for Duff. looking back at my mobile phone photos Winston is always looking at Duff. Winston who is now 2.5 years never challenged Duff for alpha male which I am gratefull. Duff was his little king untill the end.
Miss you Duff Duff, gotta go as this is really hurting.
cya
Steve
Just reading this has brought tears up again. Was only thinking this morning how Duff would bash and open the door into the bathroom. I was always so annoying, but gez I miss it.
It was amazing how Duff struggled with Winston initially but after that 1st 6 months they were so close. This last year the two were always together and Winston really cared for Duff. looking back at my mobile phone photos Winston is always looking at Duff. Winston who is now 2.5 years never challenged Duff for alpha male which I am gratefull. Duff was his little king untill the end.
Miss you Duff Duff, gotta go as this is really hurting.
cya
Steve
RIP Duff, 01/12/1999- 24/10/2011
Winston, 15/04/2009 - current
Winston, 15/04/2009 - current