July 13th 2009 1:02 pm
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I am very saddened to tell you that Rocky made his journey to the Rainbow Bridge this afternoon.
After a weekend watching him with labored breathing, we wanted to make sure that any decision we made was the right one. Therefore, an ultrasound was done this morning by one of the vets to verify that the spots seen in his lungs on the x-ray were indeed cancer and not an infection.
Unfortunately, the ultrasound revealed cancer through his abdomen and in his liver.
His Daddy and I spent time with him, and his Daddy stayed by his side as he journeyed to the bridge to be with Autumn, Spunky, and his other siblings.
While we were only fortunate to have Rocky live in our home for two years, he has been part of our family for a long time as he was my parents' dog. Losing him is difficult because he was our last canine connection to them.
We know the decision we made was the right one for him even though it never feels right to us.
He loved and trusted Ted so much. He was never a dog that allowed you to pick him up, trim his nails, or fully brush his coat. But today was different. We transported him from the family room to the car in a big Rubbermaid container so that he wouldn't have to get stressed walking to the car. He let Ted pick him up without any hesitation, growl, or toofies showing. I think that was a sign to us as to how uncomfortable he might have been.
This all happened so suddenly - less than a week's time. He lived longer than any of the five other dogs that have shared our lives and hearts.
Thank you to both the old and new friends Rocky has met over the past few days. Your encouraging pmails and rosettes mean more than I can ever express.
We'll miss you so much, Rocky, and we know one day we'll see you again. Rest in peace, our sweet boy . . . . . . . . .
Leave A Comment | 17 people already have We're so sorry. Sometimes all the love in the world is not enough to heal our babies. You're in our thoughts and prayers and we hope Rocky's journey was a gentle one. We are saddened by the passing of your beloved Rocky. He is now whole and healed running and playing at the Rainbow Bridge. Godspeed sweet boy the world is a better place for having had you in it.
Comforting Hugs to your Family
xxxooo Oh my goodness..Momma and I are SO sorry to hear about Rocky. He was a very sweet boy. Please know that we are thinking about you with love and prayers. We are sure he has already met up with his buddies who went to the Rainbow Bridge before him.
Zaidie and his Momma
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX So very sorry for your loss. May you and your family have a measure of the peace and comfort that Rocky would wish for you.
Petunia and the Pheil Pack we are very sad to hear about Rocky.
Our thoughts are with you. He'll be greeted at the bridge by a group of loving animals. He'll be safe and cared for, and he'll watch over you from above.
Riley and his pack Oh Rocky... you are so loved and so missed already.
The greatest gift you can give another is that of Peace. You were given that today.
One day we shall meet .......
Speed Safely Beautiful Boy ... the sky has another shining Star today.
With our love.
Flicka Δ,,Δ and Lucas /..|Cleo (In Memory) Δ,,Δ and Pam X God speed, sweet Rocky!
You will always be loved by your family, and will be welcomed with open arms at the bridge! God Speed Rocky. I am sure there will be many dogs waiting to greet you and you'll be running and playing carefree once more. The many memories you left behind will be buried in your humans hearts til you meet again.
Dog - Spelled forwards or backwards, Always everyones best friend. Laura,
I'm just glad you and Ted knew for sure what was wrong and you didn't have to guess if you were making the right decision.
At least Rocky was able to live with family after your parents passed, for that your parents would surely be very thankful. You both gave him a wonderful life with the best of care.
Sending love, hugs, and sympathy,
Sharon and Lily Rocky will be missed!
What a sweet boy!
We wish you peace in knowing that your sweet boy is running in the fields of Heaven today, and he will never again be short of breath!
Love,
Saphira and Family There is no place I would like to have my last breath than in my daddy arms. We know that it was hard for you but you stay with your Rocky till the end.
You were brave enough to make the best decision for him. I hope mommy or daddy will do the same when it will be the time to make that decision.
Have a great time upthere with Pistache.
Biscotte, Tippy and mom Josee I'm sad you've joined me Rocky, but now we can play with each other if you want. I know your family is sad you've left, but they've got another handsome guardian angel in their corner now. I'm so sorry. Rocky was a lovely boy, full of character. He has touched the lives of people throughout the world with his diary, we will miss him.
Our thoughts are with you. I'm so sorry your beautiful boy had to make the journey to the Bridge. Sending warm hugs from Pogo and Mummy Vicki xoxoxoxoxo Dear Rocky's family,
I come as representative of our family to tell you how sorry we are that Rocky has gone to the bridge. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Dear Rocky,
I know the true love shared between you and your loving family and my heart breaks for the sadness as I know how much they miss you.
We are sending lots of love and purrs to your family as they take learn to live without you. Sully and Socks sent us this card when WINston XXLP passed, and we'd like to share it with you today:
Why?
That's what we ask,
The truth is,
we may never
be able to know
for sure why.
But we do know
that there is no single
"should have done"
or "could have done"
or "did" or "didn't do"
that would have
changed that why.
All that love could do
was done.
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sending love and healing prayers My Harley went about the same way four months ago. He was at least 15 years old, probably older. All of a sudden he couldn't go to the bathroom. The vet catheterized him and took an x-ray. There was an enormous mass in his abdomen. Unexpectedly, I made the decision then and there. I couldn't put him through a bunch of procedures just to make myself feel better.
He is up there with Rocky and all his friends - old and new. He was so incredibly sweet and I still miss him a lot.
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July 13th 2009 at 1:04 pm