Broken Hearted

[Nucky]

The day we have feared for a long time came today. Our beautiful Brindle Boxer Barney has left us. It was very respectful the way that The Florida Veterinary Hospital treated our sweet big boy. He was a big guy and weighed 95 lbs several weeks ago but he lost his power and 20 lbs very quickly. It was not fair to keep him going as he was to weak to survive any surgery and at almost 11 years old we felt it would not be right to put him through the procedure.

We were so so lucky to be given the chance to have this beautiful gift from God our Dog Mr. Barney in our lives for so long, he will certainly be missed. We are lost without him already. He loved The Villages and we worried about him making the trip from N.J. to Florida and as it turned out he handled it better than we did.

[dewilson58]

Sorry Nuc.

Never easy.

[sallybowron]

So so sorry. I am dreading losing my Little Gracie Girl. She turned 112 this year.

[BK001]

Oh Nucky, I am so sorry for both you and Priscilla. These pets become such an integral part of the family and when it's their time it hurts as badly as with any family member. Hope you both are able to fill the void.
Barbara

[Madelaine Amee]

Our heart felt condolences on your loss. It's been several years since we lost ours and I still hear and see her in the house!

[Opmoochler]

So so sorry. There are no words......

[MrGolf]

So sorry for your loss. They quickly become a significant part of the family.

[Carl in Tampa]

I am truly saddened by news of your loss.

It is a decision that I have had to make more than once. Our beloved pets are indeed members of our families.

Condolences.

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[Ingenuity]

Very sorry to hear. Pets become such a part of us.

[Henryk]

The day we have feared for a long time came today. Our beautiful Brindle Boxer Barney has left us.

I'm so sorry. I hope you can take some comfort that you did the right thing.

[ajbrown]

Like many dog owners, I have been there and done that.

No matter how many times it never gets easier. They are part of the family...

So sorry for you loss...

[Taltarzac725]

My condolences Nucky. Barefoot was talking about meeting Barney at the Lake Paradise Park area. But I then heard that he had been ill. Also from her and then from you. We put down Sport around April 2014 and the people on here and friends like Joyce and many others at Doggie Doo Run Run were so supportive. Each dog seems to take a piece of your heart but the new one often fills that void. We got Beau five days after losing Sport but many people seem to have different ways of coping with the loss of a family people of the fur variety. You should go look at Pet Smart if so inclined. My sister-in-law got a boxer pit bull mix named Terra around August 2017 from there. Very sweet pooch.

[graciegirl]

I am so sad for you. I wish I could send words to comfort you both. I know how much you loved him and made every day of his life good and happy.

Sending love and prayers to you both.

[DonH57]

Very sorry to hear of your loss Nucky. It's always very hard when our furbabies cross over the rainbow bridge.

[Sgroemm]

One thing that helped me when I lost my little buddy Jax in May....pick a star in the sky tonight and name it after your beloved pet. Look for the star each night and know that he is healthy and happy chasing balls or chewing bones in heaven. All dogs go to heaven, people....not so much.

[Topspinmo]

My heart bleeds for you Nucky, lost my beloved Annie in January I still miss her!

[Debfrommaine]

So very sorry to hear this, your heart is understandably broken. May the memories help you heal and how lucky your pup was to have such a loving family.

[Wiotte]

He crossed over the rainbow bridge. He’ll follow my Barney to show him the ropes.

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[olgreeneyes]

So very sorry. I know you'll miss the special companionship you shared with him and I hope all the memories of your good times together will be a comfort to you now.

[njbchbum]

Nucky & Priscilla - Deepest condolences to each of you. You all shared so much together and have the memories now. And you have the comfort of knowing that you did the only compassionate thing for Mr. Barney. May every rainbow you see from today forward remind you that Mr. Barney is on the other side barking happily for all that you did for him. Peace.

[Ecuadog]

Sorry, Nucky.

[kcrazorbackfan]

So very, very sorry to hear. It's never easy.

[CFrance]

I am so sorry, Nucky. It never gets easy.

[Fraugoofy]

The day we have feared for a long time came today. Our beautiful Brindle Boxer Barney has left us. It was very respectful the way that The Florida Veterinary Hospital treated our sweet big boy. He was a big guy and weighed 95 lbs several weeks ago but he lost his power and 20 lbs very quickly. It was not fair to keep him going as he was to weak to survive any surgery and at almost 11 years old we felt it would not be right to put him through the procedure.

We were so so lucky to be given the chance to have this beautiful gift from God our Dog Mr. Barney in our lives for so long, he will certainly be missed. We are lost without him already. He loved The Villages and we worried about him making the trip from N.J. to Florida and as it turned out he handled it better than we did.Nucky. So very sorry for your loss. Peace out...

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[Barefoot]

The day we have feared for a long time came today. Our beautiful Brindle Boxer Barney has left us. It was very respectful the way that The Florida Veterinary Hospital treated our sweet big boy. He was a big guy and weighed 95 lbs several weeks ago but he lost his power and 20 lbs very quickly. It was not fair to keep him going as he was to weak to survive any surgery and at almost 11 years old we felt it would not be right to put him through the procedure.

We were so so lucky to be given the chance to have this beautiful gift from God our Dog Mr. Barney in our lives for so long, he will certainly be missed. We are lost without him already. He loved The Villages and we worried about him making the trip from N.J. to Florida and as it turned out he handled it better than we did.

I've been dreading hearing this news.
It's always heartbreaking to lose a beloved member of your family.
Condolences to you and Priscilla, it's always hard to say goodbye,
You made a humane decision based on your love of Barney.
Nevertheless, you'll miss his sweet smile. I'm so sorry.

[redwitch]

I’m so very sorry. Warm, gentle cyber hugs.

[Eileenny2tv]

Sorry to hear this news about your furbaby.

[Schaumburger]

Nucky, my condolences to you and your wife. Our pets are like our children. Remember that Barney will be waiting for you at the Rainbow Bridge.

[Taltarzac725]

Nucky, my condolences to you and your wife. Our pets are like our children. Remember that Barney will be waiting for you at the Rainbow Bridge.

Good to see you posting again Schaumburger. I had been a little worried when I had not seen you post for a while.

I will have a lot of pets at the Rainbow Bridge. I just kind of wonder does that include the pets of other loved ones when they eventually pass like all the snakes of some of my nieces?

Hang in there, Nucky. It does get easier as you well know.

[Trayderjoe]

The day we have feared for a long time came today. Our beautiful Brindle Boxer Barney has left us. It was very respectful the way that The Florida Veterinary Hospital treated our sweet big boy. He was a big guy and weighed 95 lbs several weeks ago but he lost his power and 20 lbs very quickly. It was not fair to keep him going as he was to weak to survive any surgery and at almost 11 years old we felt it would not be right to put him through the procedure.

We were so so lucky to be given the chance to have this beautiful gift from God our Dog Mr. Barney in our lives for so long, he will certainly be missed. We are lost without him already. He loved The Villages and we worried about him making the trip from N.J. to Florida and as it turned out he handled it better than we did.

Please accept my condolences for your loss. I am sure Barney had a good life with you.

[Mrs. Robinson]

Very, very sad.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Time will heal somewhat, but you will always smile and laugh about the good times.

[GeoGeo]

My condolences on the loss of Barney. I am sure you were truly blessed to have shared his journey here on Earth.

[Nucky]

I must tell you all that your kind word here have had a calming effect on me and Mrs Nucky. We must properly mourn Mr. B before we consider the next move if there is one. It is rough coming home to nobody when you are accustomed to being greeted by 95 lbs of pure love. It is to damn quiet here. We made it through day one with the help of TOTV'S family. Thanks for a great job everyone, much appreciated. You soothed the Savage Beast with your kindness.

[Schaumburger]

I must tell you all that your kind word here have had a calming effect on me and Mrs Nucky. We must properly mourn Mr. B before we consider the next move if there is one. It is rough coming home to nobody when you are accustomed to being greeted by 95 lbs of pure love. It is to damn quiet here. We made it through day one with the help of TOTV'S family. Thanks for a great job everyone, much appreciated. You soothed the Savage Beast with your kindness.

I know what you are going through...when I lost my first cat Magic in 2013 one of the hardest things was not having Magic greet me at the door when I arrived home from work. It will get better, but you will always have a place in your heart for Mr. B.

[Bosoxfan]

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My heart is hurting for you my friend!!

[Nucky]

I keep thinking today about our boy. For a couple moments last night Mrs. Nucky said maybe for another dog now. Before I could react and I had planned on talking it over last night a very nice lady in the pool said don't do it. You raised your kids, you're free to do what you want when you want without a pet to tie you down. I still really do like that woman, she didn't want to hurt anyone but I had the green light for about 30 seconds and it was snuffed out. I do think it will happen but it has to be on my wife's terms as she had most of the daily responsibility of Barney's care.

It was part of our original deal before we were married that there would be no pets. It was mainly because our middle son is into Exotic Lizards, Birds, and Snakes. I Love the boy but not the Jurassic Park set up he brought with him into our home. After about 9 years Mrs. Nucky out of nowhere said you can get no more than 2 dogs. Within 24 hours I found Barney & Betty. Betty had to be sold because she was a wild child and even professional training didn't work. My point is I want to take my time this time. I want to grieve Barney properly and I'll wait for my wife to give me the green light if she ever is ready again. I would love a Bosoxfan type doggie because for me I just can't imagine a beautiful 5 pounder on a pink leash with a diamond collar. Maybe that's what my wife will want so if you see a big dude with that setup on a 5 pound dog say hello to Nucky. I do love all those dogs also. It's just I'm not to dainty I'm more like Mongo. Lol. We will see what the future will bring but the support from friends and poster on here is just amazing. I also finally know what The Rainbow Bridge is. Take Care and Happy Healthy Holiday Season to All.

[Taltarzac725]

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I keep thinking today about our boy. For a couple moments last night Mrs. Nucky said maybe for another dog now. Before I could react and I had planned on talking it over last night a very nice lady in the pool said don't do it. You raised your kids, you're free to do what you want when you want without a pet to tie you down. I still really do like that woman, she didn't want to hurt anyone but I had the green light for about 30 seconds and it was snuffed out. I do think it will happen but it has to be on my wife's terms as she had most of the daily responsibility of Barney's care.

It was part of our original deal before we were married that there would be no pets. It was mainly because our middle son is into Exotic Lizards, Birds, and Snakes. I Love the boy but not the Jurassic Park set up he brought with him into our home. After about 9 years Mrs. Nucky out of nowhere said you can get no more than 2 dogs. Within 24 hours I found Barney & Betty. Betty had to be sold because she was a wild child and even professional training didn't work. My point is I want to take my time this time. I want to grieve Barney properly and I'll wait for my wife to give me the green light if she ever is ready again. I would love a Bosoxfan type doggie because for me I just can't imagine a beautiful 5 pounder on a pink leash with a diamond collar. Maybe that's what my wife will want so if you see a big dude with that setup on a 5 pound dog say hello to Nucky. I do love all those dogs also. It's just I'm not to dainty I'm more like Mongo. Lol. We will see what the future will bring but the support from friends and poster on here is just amazing. I also finally know what The Rainbow Bridge is. Take Care and Happy Healthy Holiday Season to All.

[ScorpioSquared]

So very sorry for your loss. Regardless of how one of our fur babies departs it's very heart wrenching. I've no doubt your pet was very loved and fortunate to be part of your family.

[Schaumburger]

Maybe in a few months when you and Mrs. Nucky are ready, you might consider being a foster home for a dog. Not a forever commitment, but you still get a chance to help a dog in need.

[Christopher schneider]

So sorrry to hear. Like children they are a special part of our lives. I believe the Lord places them with us to show His and their unconditional love fou us. Your in our prayers.

[Wiotte]

So sorrry to hear. Like children they are a special part of our lives. I believe the Lord places them with us to show His and their unconditional love fou us. Your in our prayers.



My mother believed that. She would say, what is dog spelled backward ?


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[BoatRatKat]

I'm so sorry to read about your beloved Barney. Nobody loves us quite the way our pups do and surely nobody is as happy as they are to see us when we walk in that door, they truly do think the sun rises and sets on us. I know that quietness your house has now and that in itself is a constant reminder of who is missing. It's a hard decision for you and Mrs. Nucky to make as to whether or not to go down that road again, best wishes with that. For me, I couldn't stand the emptiness of the house and each time we got another and my heart was full again. Hubby keeps telling me that our little fella now is the last pup we'll have but I make no promises.

[graciegirl]

Nucky, Priscilla, Anne, and all who mourn the loss of a furry loved one, my heart aches for you.

Pets are so important to us always but especially in an empty nest. They give us joy as we tend to them and protect them and even our arrogant kitties love us back. When they leave us they leave a jagged hole in our heart, and none of us will ever completely get over their loss.

Our pets and our friends and the creator of all of us would wish us healing love.

When the time comes, that healing love often enters our home in the form of someone new to love wearing fur.

Hugging all of you who grieve.

[Nucky]

Eight days have come and gone since Barney left us. The pain is easing somewhat. For that we are grateful. We have another friend who had to put her little dog to sleep yesterday and when we were speaking to her today she said the volume of water her dog was drinking increased enormously as did our Barney and I asked if she noticed her dog licking her paws a lot and she said her dog worked on licking her paws like a fiend. So did our boy Barney. I take pride in our lawn and it is in great shape but I always limited the amount and kind of fertilizer I used. I wonder if there is a direct relation to the tumor that grew inside our guys stomach? I don't know who the previous owner used and neither do my neighbors. Maybe this is something maybe it's nothing but maybe it could save someone else's dog. I'm not lawyering up either. It was his time to go, we have made peace with that now. Thank's for all the support.

[Barefoot]

So sorrry to hear. Like children they are a special part of our lives. I believe the Lord places them with us to show His and their unconditional love fou us. Your in our prayers.
Amen. :pray:

[GarysFamily]

Sorry to hear about your loss

[Madelaine Amee]

I keep thinking today about our boy. For a couple moments last night Mrs. Nucky said maybe for another dog now. Before I could react and I had planned on talking it over last night a very nice lady in the pool said don't do it. You raised your kids, you're free to do what you want when you want without a pet to tie you down. I still really do like that woman, she didn't want to hurt anyone but I had the green light for about 30 seconds and it was snuffed out. I do think it will happen but it has to be on my wife's terms as she had most of the daily responsibility of Barney's care.

It was part of our original deal before we were married that there would be no pets. It was mainly because our middle son is into Exotic Lizards, Birds, and Snakes. I Love the boy but not the Jurassic Park set up he brought with him into our home. After about 9 years Mrs. Nucky out of nowhere said you can get no more than 2 dogs. Within 24 hours I found Barney & Betty. Betty had to be sold because she was a wild child and even professional training didn't work. My point is I want to take my time this time. I want to grieve Barney properly and I'll wait for my wife to give me the green light if she ever is ready again. I would love a Bosoxfan type doggie because for me I just can't imagine a beautiful 5 pounder on a pink leash with a diamond collar. Maybe that's what my wife will want so if you see a big dude with that setup on a 5 pound dog say hello to Nucky. I do love all those dogs also. It's just I'm not to dainty I'm more like Mongo. Lol. We will see what the future will bring but the support from friends and poster on here is just amazing. I also finally know what The Rainbow Bridge is. Take Care and Happy Healthy Holiday Season to All.

I LOVED this post - thank you for putting into words what so many of us go through when we lose a beloved pet. My husband desperately wants another dog - not a nice little thing you can pick up and put in your purse, but a big dog - what he calls a "real" dog. If he could bring back my beautiful loving Samantha I would not hesitate. For me it is a very difficult decision.