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Elizabeth Griffiths's avatar

Dear Wendy- you’ll see him everywhere; I am so sorry.... he gave you the blessing of that lovely walk and then Nature took over and gently said he had had enough.. So poignant and so heartbreaking 💔... A beautiful graceful tribute and I am so grateful that you have shared it with us- I feel I know him and the joy (and trials!) he brought you .. Of course you’d have him back, even with all the yeuk, but somewhere along the line it was his time and when it is, it’s irresistible.... ay me...what a glorious tribute to an obviously glorious dog.. may you be able gradually to rest now from the weight of all the uncertainty... with love and very big hugs Elizabeth xxx

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Wendy Pratt's avatar

Thank you x

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Marg Roberts's avatar

Beautifully written, Wendy! I’m glad you had such devotion when you most needed it. And didn’t you give it back. Take care! Xx

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Ann Jay's avatar

Oh Wendy, What a dreadful loss but what a wonderful rounded life he had. And what a brilliant, beautiful tribute you have written to him. You are an amazing writer. With remote love and hugs. Take care of yourself. X

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Wendy Pratt's avatar

Thanks Ann x

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Jackie Daly's avatar

A dog’s love is such a precious gift in our lives. So sorry for your loss

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Helen Thompson's avatar

I'm so sorry, Wendy. Thinking of you and sending love. xxx

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Rosie Hadden's avatar

Beautiful Dogs such wise companions holding us steady. C

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Elaine Lawson's avatar

You are both somewhere nested in my heart ❤️😢

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Anna's avatar

Dear Wendy, I am so sorry that you’ve lost Toby, and such a tough time of year. Thank you for sharing this, so that we can know a little of what a gorgeous soul he was. Take care.

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Wendy Pratt's avatar

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Estelle Price's avatar

So sorry Wendy. Toby sounds like a fabulous dog that gave and received a lot of love. I hope the happy memories are a comfort x

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Rachel's avatar

Such a beautiful tribute. Brimming with love and grief...I am so sorry for your loss. Toby looked and sounded like a very special (if mischievous) boy ❤️💔 xx

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Marika O’S's avatar

Oh Wendy, thank you for this heartfelt sharing and what a wonderful tribute to your best boy. I'm so glad he slipped out easily with his head on your lap and really sorry for your loss. Xx

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Joan Johnston's avatar

I'm so sorry Wendy. So very sorry. The loss of a dog is a huge thing and Toby sounds just wonderful. This is a heartbreaking and beautiful piece of writing - I hope doing it helped you. I too have had the best dog in the world, and lost him. I know how it feels. Take care ❤️

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