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Post by gtrmacs on Sept 16, 2016 0:49:54 GMT
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Post by cockneychris on Sept 16, 2016 5:57:44 GMT
Oh Brian and Dawn, I feel so sad at this news in fact I am fighting back tears at the thought.
For those that do not know or who had not met Charley he was the most wonderful, gentle, and trusting of animals that I have ever encountered. This is partly due to Brian's understanding and devotion to him, and his guidance and love for this old fellow. On group walks Charley would always be bringing up the rear and never let his arthritis get him down too much. All of the other dogs at various walks respected his age and leadership, he will be missed by human and dog and it has been a pleasure to have known you.
Brian. Words cannot express how I feel about this and I know that the decision that you have made was filled with love. I remember you saying that you thought that it would not be long but you tend to think that these dogs are here forever but sadly they must eventually depart on their journey to the bridge. He will stay in your heart and mind forever.
RIP Charley
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Post by alant on Sept 16, 2016 6:32:11 GMT
I am so sorry to hear that Brian, everything Chris said about Charley was true he was a real gentleman. My thoughts are with you.
Run free Big Fellah!
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Post by lorraine on Sept 16, 2016 8:28:50 GMT
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Post by Tim on Sept 16, 2016 11:37:04 GMT
No words Brian, you and yours are in our thoughts
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Post by gsdgroupie on Oct 3, 2016 15:14:57 GMT
I am so sorry to hear your news - I never met Charley and only knew him through the forum pictures and stories etc., yet I am in tears reading about him. I haven't got over losing my Max in 2013 so I know how you must be feeling.  I've just been reading about your new arrival, hopefully she'll go some way towards helping you cope.  |
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Post by cockneychris on Oct 3, 2016 15:42:45 GMT
Jaquui, you missed something very special.
Brian, Ive just read your opening words again - they get me every time.
Good wishes my friend.
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Post by gtrmacs on Oct 3, 2016 16:18:33 GMT
... I am in tears reading about him ... ... Ive just read your opening words again - they get me every time .... Wasn't s'posed to make anyone cry ('cept maybe me   ) - but thank-you everyone who's said nice things ... I'm inclined to see his life as a bit of a triumph  I've just been reading about your new arrival, hopefully she'll go some way towards helping you cope. I can't do the 'everything you catch out of the corner of your eye is Charley ...' thing, and I still expected to see him when I come downstairs in the morning - so Tasha's definitely filling a void She's an interesting handful - I'd forgotten just how hand-shy Charley was in the beginning, 'til I started walking Tash  Just goes to show how well rescues can work out  |
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Post by Moobli on Oct 14, 2016 10:05:54 GMT
I know I have sent my condolences elsewhere too, but felt it was only right to say a few words here too. I never knew the physical Charley, but I knew him virtually and over the years felt I got to know his spirit, gentleness and personality. I know he had a wonderful life with you and Dawn, Brian. No dog could have wonted for more. Rest in peace old lad x
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Post by gtrmacs on Aug 16, 2017 13:56:27 GMT
Just been looking through these (thanks for the pix, Lorraine <3 <3 ) - occurred to me there should be a pic of Charley in waves ... Charley _loved_ waves, and his float |
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Post by gtrmacs on May 13, 2020 17:17:41 GMT
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Post by gsdgroupie on May 13, 2020 22:00:09 GMT
Oh, how lovely! He's still winning! |
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Post by cockneychris on May 14, 2020 6:55:55 GMT
He is deserving of every accolade Brian. I still have pictures of him from the old group walks, such an ambassador for dogs of all kinds.
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Post by cloud on May 14, 2020 14:01:53 GMT
That's lovely, well done.
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Post by Carlin on May 16, 2020 3:54:11 GMT
I am so sad for your loss. Buddy said he knew I was sad by thwopping my laptop with his paws every time I tried to write and peeping that he said I needed a cuddle because I'm sad.
We all have our special individuals in life and your Charlie is one of them. I still miss my Sera every day. She chose me to be her person and it showed through all the wonderful years I had her in my life. That is the magic in having animals, when they choose you. Ownership is not always on the human's side. You were Charlie's person and he lived a life filled with joy together with you. We cry when we lose a loved one but really we should throw a party because we have been blessed for so many years with the presence of the individual we have had the privelege to know.
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) - but thank-you everyone who's said nice things ... I'm inclined to see his life as a bit of a triumph 
Just goes to show how well rescues can work out 
