R.I.P Amos, Our Faithful Mascot

What more can I say.
Our walk-in cat died in 2007. In 2009, another outdoor cat started coming close to our home but remained too shy to greet us. We picked up another cat from the animal asylum this April.

So sorry for the loss of your precious Amos. Dogs are the best - they love you no matter what, they love you well, and they don't let life get them down. Hoping you take comfort in your memories of him and knowing he's roaming the happy hunting grounds of Heaven as his most youthful vigorous self. God bless you!

I'm sorry for your loss! Rest in peace Amos. I know you are torn up about this. Our companion animals are so loving and loyal. I think that for all the ways he's enriched and filled your lives, you did the same for his.

My condolences. It must be a terrible feeling when u lose a long standing companion. May Amos RIP!

Though I never reared a dog I know the passion people - like my niece - have for dogs. After a traumatic separation following a failed marriage she cd find solace only in her pet. One observation she made - "dogs love unexpectingly. dogs dont cheat".

We humans can learn from them...

My commiserations again

My wife and I take in pets all the time, usually older ones that don't have a chance of adoption at the shelters. Over the last 10 years we've been married, we've lost six dogs and each has been a sad experience. Some were with us for 10+ years (we had a few when we met) and others were only a short time since they had health problems already.

My thoughts are with you guys.

I am so sorry for your loss.

So sorry to hear this, as a pet owner of 5 dogs and 1 kitten, I know it is hard to go through. They are a part of our family.
Last time we lost one, I went and got 2 pups the next day. It helped my kids heal as they took care of another one.
(((hugs))))

Poor ol' pup, I am so glad you had so many good years..lucky dog to have such caring people as best friends. RIP

This is not the best translation of Pablo Neruda's poem, "A Dog Has Died" but it's the best I could find. I hope it explains what I want to say better than I could.

http://www.poetryfoundation.org/archive/poem.html?id=29680

What a tribute to a special member of your family. Thank you for sharing his story and giving him an honorable tribute. Leslie

I'm sorry to hear about it. Reading this post brought tears to me. I lost my dog 2 months ago. The way you wrote about Amos sounded so much like my dog, Franky. To date, my hubby has not gotten over it yet. As for me, I know Franky and Amos have gotten to a better place and watching us from there. Hopefully, we all can meet them again. :-)

Take care!

Peace in your heart knowing that your companion is in a wonderful place.

I avoided reading your post for a couple of days now, fearing I'd become a blubbering fool, as I have a 14 and half year old lab, Calle. She has been dubbed, the "Energizer Bunny" by her vet. Each day is precious; our dogs give us so much and ask for so little in return. My kids have been raised by our dog - learning loyalty, commitment, unconditional love, and all the other really important lessons of life. We know the hardest lesson is to come one day in the not so distant future, but until then Calle gets doted on by all, and LOVES every second of it. I believe we gain from our losses; Amos left you richer...

Thanks for sharing these experiences. I have laughed and wept as I read many of your postings. My old girl, Freedom, will soon be 17. She has been a most loyal companion for 16 years. She is deaf and very arthritic but still seems to have the will to live. My vet assures me she is not in pain. I still worry every day about knowing when the right time to let her go is. I certainly don't want to keep her on this Earth just to make myself feel better but I don't want her to go until she's ready. So difficult. :(

Looks like a cool dog. sorry for the loss.

Aww sorry to hear that. I know how much you missed him while you were away.

He was an old puppy! I am reminded of a vet I was taking my 15+ yr old puppy to in a small town in Kansas. When I said how old he was, the vet said, "you gotta love someone a lot to stick around that long." And I'm sure Amos did.

So sorry you lost your Amos. Thank you for sharing your story. My best thoughts to you both, and may time heal your aching hearts.

The Power Of The Dog
by Rudyard Kipling

There is sorrow enough in the natural way
From men and women to fill our day;
And when we are certain of sorrow in store,
Why do we always arrange for more?
Brothers and Sisters, I bid you beware
Of giving your heart to a dog to tear.

Buy a pup and your money will buy
Love unflinching that cannot lie--
Perfect passion and worship fed
By a kick in the ribs or a pat on the head.
Nevertheless it is hardly fair
To risk your heart for a dog to tear.

When the fourteen years which Nature permits
Are closing in asthma, or tumour, or fits,
And the vet's unspoken prescription runs
To lethal chambers or loaded guns,
Then you will find--it's your own affair--
But...you've given your heart for a dog to tear.

When the body that lived at your single will,
With its whimper of welcome, is stilled (how still!);
When the spirit that answered your every mood
Is gone--wherever it goes--for good,
You will discover how much you care,
And will give your heart for the dog to tear.

We've sorrow enough in the natural way,
When it comes to burying Christian clay.
Our loves are not given, but only lent,
At compound interest of cent per cent.
Though it is not always the case, I believe,
That the longer we've kept 'em, the more do we grieve:
For, when debts are payable, right or wrong,
A short-time loan is as bad as a long--
So why in Heaven (before we are there)
Should we give our hearts to a dog to tear?

May god bless you Scottfield University

Condolences, may Amos rest in peace. Sure thing you've made lots of memories together. xbox 360 repair fix guide

With tears rolling, I read your tribute to Amos with tears rolling down my cheeks. Amos was truly loved.

I too have lost a loved pet and friend, and know how precious the memories are.
Being out in nature is still my greatest comfort.
a big hug to you and your family.

I feel your loss... My faithful companion Brandy past away this year after 12 years with my family.
He had a good life with you, this is the most important thing. Maybe after you let go, you can open your heart to another dog.

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