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Goodnight to our 'old boy'

Harreds Mitchell 18/08/97 - 22/03/2011

Our beautiful Rumor....a 'puppy' to the very last....given sleep last night.

Run free at Rainbow Bridge darling boy........Love you always xxx

Comment by Cheryl Gorey on March 25, 2011 at 3:53pm: What a gorgeous old boy. So sorry for your loss, but what a blessing having him to old age.

Comment by Cornelia on March 28, 2011 at 1:45am: What a lovely boy - so sorry you had to let go...

Comment by Dudley Duke of Lancester on April 28, 2011 at 8:30am: Your ole boy reminds me a lot of my Dudley who is now 14 yrs, 1 month. I'm very sorry for your loss. As parent of an 'oldie' I can relate. I rescued Dudley at 12 yrs--a clueless new dog parent-- and so we haven't had that much time together. He remains playful, alert, and treat driven. Has a hearty appetite. And he goes everywhere with me in the car, even into shops and assisted living homes. His health is good other than arthritis in hind quarters. He gets hydrotherapy which is keeping him on his feet. I'd like to start a group for 'keeping old dogs young." Am encouraged to see I.S living longer than breed lifespan expectations. The head of the IS society here said I'd be lucky to get him to 13 yrs because he's so big! But good diet, exercise and acupuncture actually made him younger. Gray hair fell out and came back red this winter!. Dudley also plays 'brain game' toys to keep his mind alert which proves you can teach old dog new tricks. Still I mourn & dread the day I lose him....already. He's only my 2nd dog and first I.S.

Comment by silvia on September 5, 2011 at 2:53am: Oh I see this post only now.. run free, beauty.. almost 14 years, such a venerable age.. a sad loss

Comment by Sue and Cash on September 5, 2011 at 10:07am: What a regal man he was. My condolences.

Comment by James Doran on September 5, 2011 at 10:27am: Belated, sincere condolences also Sue for your lovely Rumor, as this was before i joined ES. Don't even want to contemplate what it will be like for me when mine passes. Regards, James & Romeo.

Comment by Dudley Duke of Lancester on September 7, 2011 at 4:32pm: What sweet, soulful eyes. Noble tilt of the head. Don't the seniors take on a 'regal' air about them? Lost my best buddy Dudley this June. Like your guy he was a puppy to the end. Inquisitive. Affectionate. Playful. Delighted in being alive. Wishing you sweet memories of a lovely boy!

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