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Today I am grateful for the 19 years I've spent with my beloved dog, Itchy. He passed away peacefully in my home on 2/13. He was 21 years old. Needless to say, my grief is beyond measure. But, a neighbor offered words that are really helping and I thought they may help others in this position:
"Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened."

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Close your eyes and he’ll be there. Then hug him, let him love you, and you can just smile

I am so sorry for the loss of your precious dog! Hugs!

I'm sorry about you losing your sweet dog! Itchy was so cute and looked like he would be a very loving dog. I believe Itchy is up in Heaven with God and Jesus and all the angels. The reason that I believe that is because I had a St. Bernard, Max. I loved him dearly but had to put him down when he became so ill. About a year after he died I saw a man who looked familiar with a St. Bernard that looked exactly like Max. I was walking to the store and I wanted to go pet the St. Bernard. I missed that! I walked up to the man to ask if I could pet his dog and they both disappeared right in front of me! I think it was my Max and I think he was with my Grandpa' who also was up in Heaven which is why the man looked somewhat familiar, About a week later my mom also saw Max. She was driving to work at night and was a little worried because she didn't work in the best area. She looked in the rear view mirror and there was Max in the back seat! She wasn't afraid anymore after she saw Max. I may sound crazy but I think Itchy and Max are up in Heaven having a wonderful time together!
I wish you the best in this sad time. I'll say a prayer for you also.
PML

Itchy is adorable!!! So sorry for your loss. What a blessing that Itchy lived 21 years and most of them with you. My favorite dog was a rescue that I adopted at 2 years old and she lived to be 16. She’s on my screensaver and in my heart. My son had a replica stuffed animal like her made by cuddleclones.com and it’s so realistic. I smile every time I look at it or think of her. Savor the memories and know you gave Itchy a wonderful life.