I'm sleeping in the doghouse tonight. Sirius is dying. I'm with him.

[DemoTex]

He might last a few more days .. I doubt it. I am curled up with him tonight. I shall love him until the end. He is the sweetest little dog I have ever known.


Sweet Sirius

[BattyDem]

1. I'm so sorry

:cry: :hug:

[ThoughtCriminal]

2. Dog Star

A very moving short story by Arthur C Clarke.

[DemoTex]

12. He is the Dog Star. And he is the star dog!

Today I named the mountain house "Dog Star Lodge." After Sirius and Canicula (Nick-Nick). Nick-Nick knows Sirius is very sick. Young Nick is being very sweet.


Sirius


Nick-Nick

[ALago1]

3. Awww

I've seen your previous posts about Sirius. It's obvious you love him immensely and no doubt he feels that love and reciprocates it.

Best wishes for your pet from me during this tough time.

[GreenPartyVoter]

4. I am so sorry hon *hugs*

[Der Blaue Engel]

5. I'm so sorry, DemoTex

:( Sirius is very lucky to have you with him.

[Wapsie B]

6. I'm so sorry.

Enjoy your last moments with him.

[Avalux]

7. Sirius is a lucky dog for you truly love him -

I'm sure he knows how you feel. My thoughts are with you. :cry: :hug:

[Hell Hath No Fury]

8. Thank you for doing that...

for your buddy. He has been there for you and now you are going to be there for him -- it is a fine tribute to the love you two share.

I slept in a bathtub with a sick kitty once. I understand what you are doing for Sirius completely.

Though bittersweet, take pleasure in every single moment you have left with your friend.

[two gun sid]

9. I'm so very sorry.

Dogs are the most amazing creatures; they give unconditional love. For me they are the role model for being alive. - Gilda Radner

[KitchenWitch]

10. My heart goes out to you.

I am still saddened over the loss of my Tinkie in March (Tinkie was a cat, but she was a social creature!). Tinkie was 16 and a beauty.

He looks like a very wonderful dog...

[serryjw]

11. I am soooo sorry....Give him a kiss good bye from all of us

He looks like a wonderful furrbaby

[havocmom]

13. Tis a great gift, the last hours with a dear friend. Though the days

ahead will be so sad and lonely, there will be a time when you can visit this night again in your heart and know all is well. You do well by your old pal. Sending strength to you for the time ahead and prayers that Sweet Sirius passes easily. So sad for you but so kind.

The love doesn't end. Think of it like a sort of variation on the Conservation of Energy. The love doesn't end. Know that, Mac. Know that.

Sweet Sirius, give your human your doggie smile and go gently to where you will be free of all that wears on you.

Damn, Mac, I am so sorry. Give the old chap a tender pat...

hm

[DemoTex]

31. Thank you dears!

At least my religion tells me that my sweet dog will have a place in a great heaven! It will be a great place! There will be no legs to bite: Cheney, Bu$h, Rummy, etc. (all in hell!)

Mac

[librechik]

14. god bless you both

thanks for letting us know the rest of the story.

[BikeWriter]

15. Best wishes to both of you. It sucks losing a good Friend.

[FizzFuzz]

16. you and Sirius are in my thoughts

I wish I had the right words to support you....
But I understand the pain, I've lost beloved pets before. I love my Weenie so much; the heartbreak will be unbearable one day....

wishing I could offer more support.

[Blue Diadem]

17. I'm so sorry

You've been a wonderful Daddy to him. I was so hoping he'd get better..I'm so sorry. :cry: :hug:

[Gloria]

18. OH, I'm praying for Sirius.....he's so lucky to have you by his

side.

I feel so bad about this after all he's been through...

[MuseRider]

19. Sirius.

Go peacefully old friend. I am soooo very sorry Demo Tex. You are both in my thoughts. I wish for peace for you both. You have loved him through a lot. No one can wish for more than you have given him. How lucky you both have been.

[Kathy in Cambridge]

20. I'm so sorry.

I've followed Sirius' health problems and he's endured a lot. He's very lucky to have a loving companion like you to give him comfort in his final days. :hug: :cry:

[Not_Giving_Up]

21. Oh, I am so sorry!

I know that you've been through a lot with him recently. :hug:

[sundog]

22. hang in there DemoTex

:hug:

[Historic NY]

23. Man's best friend, they give love unconditionally & ask for little in..

return...Sirius will be happy.

[progmom]

24. oh sweetie

:hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:

i know that feeling, and it's terrible.

and don't let anyone tell you it's just a dog.

:hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:

[caty]

25. Remember that, during Sirius's

lifetime, you gave him love, you kept him safe, you gave him affection, and you gave him a good home. He knows you love him.

We lost Toby(a border terrier) 6 weeks before his 17th birthday. We had him for such a long time and miss him so much. Then we lost Katy (a beagle) at 13yrs. She had congestive heart failure. Broke our hearts.

[enigmatic]

26. I'm so sorry to hear this

Good vibes to both of you:hug:

[brook]

27. I'm so sorry.

It's been a rough road for the two of you. You have been so faithful - as I know Sirius has been to you. Anything I could say would be trite. I've been there. It's painful as hell.

:hug:

[AzDar]

28. Bless you and your little sweetheart!!! n/t

[Madrone]

29. Bless you.

Bless your sweet doggie too. :hug:

[RevCheesehead]

30. I just did that a few weeks ago with my cat..

Stay up all night - you'll never regret doing so.

And here's a hug to sustain you: :hug:

[elfrangel]

34. So Sorry for you and yours....

there are no right words to say....i know you will miss him....

till then, :hug: to both of you.

[RevCheesehead]

37. Thank you.

Some days, I miss him terribly. And some days the other cats seem to be looking for him. :hug:

[proud patriot]

32. He looks like such a good dog

I sorry and I hope he passes peacefully

[smirkymonkey]

33. Oh, I am so sorry!

Poor little baby - he is lucky to have such devotion from you in his last moments. What a sweet little dog - you must be heartbroken! :cry:

[pansypoo53219]

35. after i lost my dear cosmo

i wrote down everything i loved that he did or was. never forget his whisper meow. never forget that. never forget this.
i still miss that boy.

or my other 2.

[deadparrot]

36. I'm so sorry, DT.

:(

[DBoon]

38. Don't worry

your doggie will be in heaven - wagging his tail for you

On edit: I need to give my dog a hug right now

[GoddessOfGuinness]

39. Hugs for you and Sirius...

:hug:
I'm sorry this is such a difficult time for you...

[havocmom]

40. For Mac, Sweet Sirius, and all other DUers with holes in their hearts

about the size of a dear furry friend:

found on this page: http://www-hsc.usc.edu/~cypert/dick/dogpoems.html

OLD DOG IN A LOCKET

Old dog in a locket That lies next to my heart
I will always love you As I did right from the start

You were right beside me Through the darkest of my days
It was your kind and gentle nature That made me want to stay

Now I hold you in my arms Your breath still warm against my hand
Our hearts still beat together And I wonder if you understand

Through the hours that I held you Before the light did leave your soul
I knew a way to keep you Forever in my hold

I snipped the hair from around your eyes So I would always see
The beauty that surrounds me Even in times of need

I snipped the hair from around your ears So I would always hear
Music in the distance To quiet any fears

I snipped the hair from across your back
To bring me strength in time of need
And the power of your essence Would always be with me

I snipped the hair from around your heart That beat in time with mine
So I would know that love would find me At some distant time

And so, your life slipped out of mine On a quiet spring like day
But I knew that a part of you Old dog in a locket
That lays next to my heart I will always love you
Even though we had to part

--- Author unknown ---

*****************************************

[newsguyatl]

41. my heart goes out to you!!!

you and the big guy are in my thoughts.

stay strong for him.

[PsN2Wind]

42. That's really tough duty, DemoTex

You have my sympathy.

[flamingyouth]

43. Thinking of you both.

Been following you on this journey. I know he loves you with all his heart for taking such good care of him.:hug:

[Benhurst]

44. ...

:grouphug:

[GardeningGal]

45. I'm so sorry for you

I know you've done your best for him. I believe Sirius knows that.

Sending you hugs during this difficult time. Check you PM when you feel up to it.

:hug:

[faithnotgreed]

46. so much love to sirius and to you

what a gift you have been to each other
prayers for you both

[Maddy McCall]

47. So sorry, DT. I've been watching this story since...

you first found out that Sirius was ill. I've issued a few prayers heaven's way for your pup. Such a sweet lookin' boy. :cry:

[nothingshocksmeanymore]

48. Aw, Mac...hugs to both of you

:hug: I am so sorry...

[Wilber_Stool]

49. Sorry Tex.

We always had hope.

[Missy Vixen]

50. I'll bet Sirius thinks he's the lucky one

Thinking of you and Sirius. You will meet again.

Julie

[mvd]

51. Very sorry

I'm :cry: for you and your Sirius.

[Aristus]

52. Can I give you a hug, Mac? And one for Sirius?

I know you are both in pain right now. I'm sorry. :hug:

[RobbinsdaleDem]

53. So sorry.

When my dog was sick and in pain, I spent her last night with her, cuddling with her on the floor. I'm so sorry to hear your special friend is about to leave you.

[Robeson]

54. I'm so sorry. They will be no end since he will be with you forever.

[emdee]

55. He's beautiful. I'm so sorry. n/t

n/t

[DELUSIONAL]

56. Many of us have become attached to Sirius

He's my hero -- he shit on Cheney's lawn.

Being there for him is just what he needs.

Thanks you for sharing Sirius with us.

[SouthoftheBorderPaul]

57. More good vibes your way....

:hug::cry::hug::cry::hug::cry::hug::cry::hug::cry::hug::cry::hug::cry::hug::cry:

[Lone_Star_Dem]

58. Oh, hell. I'm so sorry, DemoTex.

Sirius has been a very luck dog to have share his life with you, as have you been to have shared his.

Again, I'm so sorry.

[auntAgonist]

59. Bless you and your Sirius,

I've followed your threads for some time now and hoped for the best for Sirius. Seems he has the best though .. he has you!
May peace be with you at this time, as you rest in the knowledge that you've done what you can for Sirius. I'm sure he loves you very much.

aA.
kesha.
:hug:

[Bossy Monkey]

60. So sorry, Mac. You're the best, as is Sirius. Thinking of you nt

[applegrove]

61. He'll be as happy as can be - if not in too much pain. What a lucky

dog.

[fleabert]

62. I am so sorry. That is one lucky dog...

I am sure he feels the same way about you, you are an angel.

[roguevalley]

63. I am so sorry. Talk to him and hold him, let him be the last thought

he has. I did that for my Tippy (sig picture) and it was a comfort. I wish I could send you something better than love and prayers. Take care both of you. I wish you so much hope and love tonight.

[friesianrider]

64. Oh dear, I'm so very, very sorry.

Being with your sweet boy now is definitely the right thing - he knows you are there and can feel the love you have for him. He is so lucky to have had you be his "person" - so many dogs are not as fortunate to have anyone. You've made an impact on Sirius' life, and when his time comes, please rest assured he will be safely across the Rainbow Bridge free from pain and hurt, and will be waiting there patiently to see you again someday (and he will) :)

:hug:

[peacebuzzard]

65. When my Jake was dying, I called in sick for many work days....

He was a great wonderful dog, Tex, and I am so lucky to have been by his side.

I know how you feel. Sirius looks so sweet. And my heart is with you and Sirius.

Jake did take several days for the nemesis process...but I and the other pooches I have were right there with our kisses and love to send him off to the rainbow. It was peaceful, and his pain was minimal, thanks for some homeopathic remedies, I believe.

My very deepest sorrow for your goodbyes, ......I am sorry for the great loss you will have.

[tishaLA]

66. My thoughts are with you and Sirius.

[FLSurfer]

67. DemoTex I saw your post a few hours ago

and was broken up over it. Couldn't think of a fitting response.
I would like to just give my regards and wish you guys the best.
I'm sure Sirius has had a wonderful life and loves you back as much as you love him.
Best wishes,
FLsurfer

[supernova]

68. Aww DemoTex

I wish you peace in your time with Sirius. We never get enough time.

[indigo32]

69. I'm sorry

he looks really sweet.

[Bzzzz]

70. Oh man, I'm so very sorry...

my heart aches for you. It sucks to lose such a loving, devoted friend.

[GCP]

71. He has a wonderful friend in you

I nearly said "owner", but we don't own our friends with fur. You've obviously given him a very good life and he loves you as much as you love him.
I can hardly see the keyboard for tears. All of us with dearly loved pets are feeling for you right now. We know we'll be going through the same thing some time.
:cry::hug:

[ProfessorGAC]

72. I'm Sorry Tex!

That's a shame. I know how attached we get to our doggies. Take care, ok?
The Professor

[Darth_Kitten]

73. I am so very sorry.

:hug:

My thoughts will be with you and Sirius. :hug:

[Theres-a]

74. One of the hardest things in life-what a sweet face he has.

So sorry,hope you have a lot of happy memories.

[auntAgonist]

75. Just wondering and thinking about

how Tex and Sirius are doing.

[Mutley]

76. I'm so sorry.

:hug: He's a lucky boy to have a person like you to love him.

[Samurai_Writer]

77. I just went through that last month with my dog, Magic

You will cherish the last few days/hours you have with Sirius, as hard and as painful as they are. He knows you love him enough to be there for him at the end.

Many hugs,
Bella

[Richardo]

78. So sorry, DemoTex

:hug:

Best wishes to you and Sirius - may you find each other at the Rainbow Bridge.

[arwalden]

79. Mac...

I don't know what I can say that will help. It's heartbreaking to hear the news and I can only imagine how helpless you're feeling right now. Sirius is very lucky to have you to care for him and love him. You did the best you could do for him, and you did all that you can do for him... and I'm very sorry that the time he has left is so short, and I'm sorry that you're hurting.

I'll be thinking of you... and I'm sending you and Sirius much love.

-- Allen

[Shell Beau]

80. Aw! I am so sorry!

:cry: