April 16th , 2012 one of dearest family members was taken from us. He had been suffering for a while and it's the hardest decision I have ever had to make, but I know in my heart it was the right one. Jack has provided us with almost 17 years of memories and love. He is in a better place now and we will all miss him dearly.

[EdwardConde]

Sorry for your loss... I know the feeling.. in just the past 2 years, we have lost 3 of our loved ones to diabetes and cancer.

[eddie1960]

Sorry to hear that Dave. I've gone through this more times than I care to (4 cats and 1 dog in the last 20 years). It never gets easy and I'm always gutted. The one thing I always find is when you finally do it it's because you just know it's time. My sympathies for you and your family

[Philoslothical]

Beautiful dog, and he looks in the pics like he had a very happy life. That's the most important thing. Sorry for your loss.

[mtansley]

I also am sorry for your loss.

Animals are family (regardless of what some unthinking people would have you believe) and it is one of the most courageous things a person can do is to make that decision to free them from pain and indignity.

One of our 2 cats had to leave us 4 years ago and the remaining one is about 16-17 and showing his age & I just know his time with us is coming to an end soon. I dread it but know what I'll have to have done. The only bright spot is that he doesn't know.

Thanks for sharing the photos of Jack with us.

[seventysixersfan]

As someone who lost a cherished canine companion last year, my heart goes out to you. You did make the right decision for Jack; he's no longer in pain and suffering right now. What a handsome dog! Such beautiful pictures of him. You will always have your memories and, of course, these wonderful pictures to admire and remember him by.

[paulh]

So sorry to hear of your loss. That's one tough decision to have to make, but the right one. He's free of the pain now & you will always have the photos & happy memories!

[sealonsf]

Dogs are so precious. Here's to Jack's memory. I love the happy dog photos you shared. That's the way to remember him. He looks like a very sweet and faithful companion. My heart goes out to you and your family.

[sebberry]

I can't say anything that hasn't already been said. Thanks for sharing.

[photolady95]

Sorry for your loss Dave. I too have lost pets, and feel your pain. Please take the time to read the below poem in the link:

The Rainbow Bridge Poem - Petloss.com

[Rupert]

So sorry Dave......been there myself a few times, and it is a heart breaker. Still, all of those good times will never be forgotten, they become as much a part of us as our own flesh. My sincere condolences.
Rupert

[bigted]

Tough day, so sorry for your loss. It is never easy, to have to make those kinds of decisions. Jack looks like he had a fantastic life!

[Den]

Ditto on all the condolences. Had to do the same thing last year and I cried like a baby. Didn't matter that it was the fourth dog I've had to part with. They are all so precious.

[riff]

What a sweetheart Dave, he looks so very happy and well loved in the images. So sorry.

[Jimbo]

Dave, very sad day. I love that old dog and nothing can replace a family member. Wish I was there to give you and Karen and big hug. Your friend JIM... Damn!!!