RIP Sweet Duke

Georgiapeach · Joined: 05 Oct 2009 Posts: 58 Location: Newnan, GA

I know that Duke wasn't a poodle, but he was so special in our family-he was such a sweetl boy. It's with a very heavy heart that I write to let you know that he went to the Rainbow bridge this afternoon. He was finally diagnosed with an aggressive melanoma and he was declining rapidly. The vet said he could give him prednisone to make him more comfortable for a little while, but the outcome would be the same. We decided to think of him first, instead of us, which was so hard to do. My husband and I both went to the vet to say goodbye to him this afternoon. Run free, Duke! We love you!
crybaby[1]

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Beth, mom to Fonzie, cream toy+ poodle (1 year)

pupsrus · Joined: 17 Jul 2009 Posts: 285

I am so sorry for your loss. I am actually sitting here in tears -we also have a brindle Boxer and an apricot poodle! They play just like yours in that picture. My Boxer is so gentle with her even though she can be snappy at him. Boxers are so loyal and loving. I am so sorry you had to say good-bye to Duke. You were very unselfish and you did the right thing. I am sorry your heart is so heavy. RIP Duke! You will be missed.
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Charlie -Boxer
Lucy Miniature apricot poodle
Stanley -Standard poodle???? Adorable!

Virangos · Posted: Sat Jan 09, 2010 1:18 am Post subject:

I'm sorry to here this. Duke was beautiful, May you take some comfort in knowing he is playing pain free.
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my girls · Joined: 10 Jul 2008 Posts: 3545 Location: Houston, TX

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in the loss of Duke. I know he will always be in your heart and waiting for you at Rainbow Bridge!

Hugs♥
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Deb · Joined: 18 Jul 2008 Posts: 904 Location: Wisconsin

I am so very sorry for your loss. Boxers are great dogs. Cherish the good memories of him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Georgiapeach · Joined: 05 Oct 2009 Posts: 58 Location: Newnan, GA

Thank you everyone for your kind words. Fonzie's missing his playmate, for sure. Thank goodness we still have our elderly lab, so at least he still has some company.

Everyday gets a little easier, but we'll never forget our sweet boy, Duke. He was one in a million.

Beth
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Beth, mom to Fonzie, cream toy+ poodle (1 year)

raikougal · Joined: 07 Nov 2009 Posts: 87 Location: Al.

I'm sorry for your loss, my Aunt used to have a boxer. Sad

He was one of the sweetest dogs, according to her. Sad

*hugs*

-§parky

marge · Joined: 21 May 2008 Posts: 2388

Sorry for your loss. But he is pain free now,
may you find comfort in your memories of him.