Sunday, April 5, 2009

In loving memory



Logan passed away tonight. He was having neurological issues and they finally escalated to the point where he was in a lot of pain and I had to do the only humane thing I know how to do. This blog was named for him and will continue to live on in his memory as a tribute to him.



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30 comments:

  1. Little Merry SunshineApril 5, 2009 at 5:50 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss. Betsey, Ross, and I are all sending you our love and hugs.

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  2. AnonymousApril 5, 2009 at 7:00 PM

    I'm so sorry for you both man. He looked like he was a great friend.

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  3. FranApril 5, 2009 at 7:01 PM

    Oh my God- Oh I am so sorry about this. I know how much Logan meant to you.

    He was a beautiful dog and what a great life he had with you... and then with you and GG.

    Please know that I am sending you every good thought and wish from here.

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  4. DistributorcapApril 5, 2009 at 7:07 PM

    i am so sorry for you --- Logan was a big part of your family -- and while he will be so missed - you gave him such a good life - and he gave you one in return.

    carlos (the cat) is shedding a tear for you...... and a lot of hugs and peace -- and so am i

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  5. TengrainApril 5, 2009 at 8:22 PM

    Aw, Josh, I'm so sorry.

    You did the right thing. I know it doesn't make it any easier, but you must know it was the only choice you could make.

    It's really a bitch isn't it? I mean they come into our lives, they need us so desperately and before you know it, they take over our hearts. It's like day by day they own us more and more, and then one day you have to say goodbye.

    There is something so genuine about the love of a dog.

    I had to do the same thing last year with Thurber, and while I can honestly say that I miss him with all my heart and soul to this day, I know that he is better off now.

    Take care (and much peace and strength to you),

    Tengrain

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  6. WhiskeymarieApril 5, 2009 at 8:34 PM

    This just breaks my heart.

    So sorry, hon. I can't imagine how hard this was for you.

    Take care.

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  7. Fran / Blue GalApril 5, 2009 at 8:40 PM

    You absolutely did the right thing, but that said, it's a sad loss. I wish you peace.

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  8. splordApril 5, 2009 at 8:45 PM

    So sorry to hear this, Josh.

    Peace on all of you.

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  9. billieApril 5, 2009 at 9:05 PM

    never an easy thing but the right thing. peace to you and yours.

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  10. Sorghum CrowApril 5, 2009 at 9:12 PM

    I am sorry to hear about your loss. My condolences on the passing of your furry friend.

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  11. the mostly reverendApril 5, 2009 at 9:49 PM

    all of us at the orphanage send our warmest and most supportive thoughts to you, and know that you are reflecting upon all the years of joy that you and your friend were able to give and share with each other.

    your cyber buddies,
    amelia, boris, dmitri,
    and the mostly reverend.

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  12. AnonymousApril 5, 2009 at 9:52 PM

    We have had to put down 4 of our wonderful extended family members -it never gets easy. I hope you can remember the wonderful times you had with your pet!

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  13. RCApril 5, 2009 at 10:12 PM

    Had a spate of young cats from a surprise! litter succumb to distemper . . . I ended up being the shovelmeister in a bad Shakespearean tragedy.
    Each death was difficult.
    Learning to say "goodbye" to loved ones is I think the most elementary and yet possibly the hardest assignment for all of us, the one none of us can pretend we know.

    I trust you're a better student than I've been so far ... My condolences to you.

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  14. darkblackApril 5, 2009 at 10:18 PM

    What a handsome fellow. My condolences on your family's loss, Boxer.

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  15. AnonymousApril 5, 2009 at 10:28 PM

    Love to you. The loss is great, wheather 2 legs or 4 legs. The same. Everyone in this house sends love.

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  16. BatocchioApril 5, 2009 at 10:32 PM

    Condolences. Losing a beloved pet is rough.

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  17. AnonymousApril 5, 2009 at 10:35 PM

    absolutely beautiful pictures of Logan. He was such a dear companion & to you and yours.

    all of love,

    Boxer's mom & dad
    Ronya & Sandy

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  18. MauigirlApril 5, 2009 at 10:43 PM

    I'm so very sorry to hear about Logan. I saw your note on Facebook and came here; I'm so sad to learn he is gone. I know how hard it is to lose such a wonderful compmanion. My thoughts and best wishes are with you and your family. It is never easy, but you helped him so he wouldn't suffer, and that's the kindest thing we can for our loyal companions.

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  19. lisahgoldenApril 5, 2009 at 11:05 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss. Hugs to you.

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  20. pissed in NYCApril 5, 2009 at 11:13 PM

    I"m so sorry for your loss.

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  21. AnonymousApril 5, 2009 at 11:14 PM

    From myself and the catzes of Maison Elspeth, we are very sorry for your loss. Do take care of yourself.
    Big hugs,
    Elspeth Ravenwind

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  22. Joe the PhilosopherApril 6, 2009 at 1:56 AM

    He's in Dog Heaven now.

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  23. AnonymousApril 6, 2009 at 3:47 AM

    My condolences, Josh. I lost my cat Roz a little over a year ago, and it's a terrible ordeal to have to suffer. I know Logan had a fine life with you. Take care.

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  24. AnonymousApril 6, 2009 at 7:46 AM

    I've not been to your site much. Tengrain, let me know of your loss via e-mail. I am so sorry for the loss of your friend.

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  25. LiberalDemDaveApril 6, 2009 at 9:39 AM

    i followed here at 10grain's suggestion, too.

    i know that logan is waiting for you at the rainbow bridge and is being kept company by all the dogs i've lost over the years.

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  26. Melissa McEwanApril 6, 2009 at 9:55 AM

    I'm so sorry. My most sincere condolences.

    (((huge hug)))

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  27. ChristopherApril 6, 2009 at 12:02 PM

    Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss.

    There are no words to adequately express the grief of losing a beloved dog companion.

    We lost our 16 year old Golden Retriever, Brenda, in 2005 and I still can't discuss it. We keep Brenda's ashes in a beautiful, hand-made wooden box, resting among treasured photos of family and friends.

    I hope one day you find comfort and peace.

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  28. BingApril 6, 2009 at 12:08 PM

    Such a sad loss. I'm very sorry. I had to put down a pet a few months ago, and it's always hard but always humane. I hope that you can take comfort in the fact that you will notice a lot less suffering around your house. That's what helped me with my decision.

    HJ

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  29. BACApril 7, 2009 at 9:24 AM

    I am so sorry to hear this news. Logan was such an important member of your family, and his passing is a great loss. You did the right thing, and Logan is no longer in pain. Bart, Bella and I send our love.


    BAC

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  30. Bruce388April 8, 2009 at 12:59 PM

    You have my sympathy. Please remember you did the right thing by your friend.

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