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Post by caryll on Jul 5, 2017 8:21:05 GMT
I thought I should let you know that Chris's beloved Aide died early this morning. I'm sure Chris will be on here at some point to explain, but I'm sure that it's too difficult at the moment.
RIP sweet Aide.
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Post by alant on Jul 5, 2017 16:18:04 GMT
So sorry to hear that Chris, Aide was a gorgeous dog. Run free Aide. Thank you for letting us know Caryll.
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Post by cockneychris on Jul 6, 2017 5:43:14 GMT
It was so very quick Alan. In less than a week My dog went from running around like a loony to having her life taken away. I will do a write up at some time in the health section to explain to you all. This was a super rare condition that some vets never see.
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Post by cockneychris on Jul 6, 2017 5:44:56 GMT
I just looked at her 'Ticker' at the bottom of the page. I wont turn it off as she lives on in my heart.
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Post by cockneychris on Jul 12, 2017 18:22:36 GMT
Received a call today saying that her ashes will be ready for collection after Friday. Invoice for collecting her and cremating her and then taking her back to Potters Bar via Norfolk £180. I thought that was reasonable as I've heard that some people pay £300 plus. I suppose it's cheaper as I just want a scatter tube and not a wooden urn. She will be scattered by the side of her very favourite pool in Hylands park, she loved it there.
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Post by caryll on Jul 15, 2017 7:53:10 GMT
Let me know when you intend to lay her ashes. I'll say some prayers for her & you.
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Post by cockneychris on Jul 17, 2017 6:51:13 GMT
Let me know when you intend to lay her ashes. I'll say some prayers for her & you. That's very nice of you Caryll, thank you. At the moment she is standing guard over my clothes in the wardrobe after being on the floor in the living room for two days as that was where she settled down at night. Couldn't stand it any more so that's why she is somewhere quiet, and near to me when I sleep. |
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Post by cockneychris on Jul 18, 2017 10:00:16 GMT
We have had a little change of heart. I told you that our intention was to scatter Aide's ashes at the pond at Hylands park. We have since decided that we will put her to work in bringing up her very own rose tree. We will buy a pot and one or two rose trees and add the ashes to the soil. That way she will always be with us and when we move house we can just pick her up and take her with us.
Isn't it funny that you have a firm plan on what you would do with ashes (even before she was ill) and when it happens you feel what you really want to do is keep them close.
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Post by gtrmacs on Jul 18, 2017 12:44:41 GMT
Sounds beautiful, CChris ... hugs from T'n'D'n'me ...
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Post by caryll on Jul 18, 2017 22:54:48 GMT
I think that's a wonderful idea. She'll be with you always.
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Post by cockneychris on Jan 11, 2019 6:57:17 GMT
Well after 18 months Aide's ashes are still in my wardrobe. The plan A was to scatter her at the park. Plan B was to put her in a pot with a rose tree but apparently you cant put in too much as the plant just dies, and separating her in to several pots is out of the question. So she is still on guard in my wardrobe and I am still happy that she is there. I was discussing her with a guy that lives on one of my walks and he remembered how she would always be looking out for me and keeping me safe. I suppose its the female desire to always look after the family, she did that perfectly and without fail. Vinny has yet to show that he would even disapprove of anyone coming too close never mind having a go, but these dogs are individuals. I wanted a dog that was the opposite of what she was, a boy, long haired, red sable, and that is what I got. He will be a great dog too, they always are, and I feel her presence sometimes as she makes things happen. I looked back at the Shepherds that I have had and they all have had great parentage more by luck than judgement at first. My first one was my first dog, yes I had a hell of a learning curve to climb, but I have learnt by them and am still learning and may it continue. I have, however, made plans for Vinny as I am sure I will be a gonna before him and Teresa could never be able to take him out. My daughter and her husband don't like his boisterous attitude and know precious little about dogs never mind shepherds. But I have found somebody to take him and love him. The obvious person to have him is my age so will probably pop his clogs as well (we all go sometime) and I'm happy with his future without me. Sorry about being a bit maudlin this morning, just getting it off my chest.
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Post by caryll on Jan 11, 2019 8:35:30 GMT
Chris, you'll do the best for him.
If anything we're to happen to us, Dempsey would go to Eleanor (my daughter), but if she couldn't take him he'd be pts. Sounds drastic, but he'd never pass any temperament test at a rescue centre & the alternative is unthinkable.
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Post by cockneychris on Jan 11, 2019 9:15:56 GMT
Its a hard decision I know but you have to take the responsibility of seeing that your dog is well cared for when you pop your clogs.
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Post by gsdgroupie on Jan 11, 2019 14:33:47 GMT
Chris, you'll do the best for him. If anything we're to happen to us, Dempsey would go to Eleanor (my daughter), but if she couldn't take him he'd be pts. Sounds drastic, but he'd never pass any temperament test at a rescue centre & the alternative is unthinkable. Like you, if anything happened to us, Gus would probably never be able to be re-homed. He is completely mental most of the time. 
I have my doubts that Ron would be able to cope if I went first. He never walks them and they think he's there for entertainment purposes only! 
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Post by gtrmacs on Jan 11, 2019 15:22:15 GMT
You're planning a bit early, CChris?? (Tho' worth thinking about) Tasha will be my last youngster - but I'm not expecting her to be my last shep ...
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