earthdog
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Post by earthdog on Jan 10, 2007 0:42:58 GMT -5
Tonight we lost Jargon. Jargon laying on top of lacy, A short video of jargon dancing for a treat, Takila took him out front on the leash to go potty, he shook his head and the leash came unclipped. He took off down the street with his nose to the ground, sniffing everything in sight. He did this once before and just ran a couple laps around the block and came back. Tonight Takila got in the Blazer and went looking for him while Lacy and I stood out front waiting for him. Lacy and I saw him coming around from the alley out back, but he kept going like a rocket down the sidewalk, happy to be free and run wild, doing anything he wanted for the time being. When he got off his leash in front he never listened to anyone. (Out back in the fenced yard he would listen pretty good though.) Takila came back, we waited about 20 minutes then both of us got in the car and went looking for him, with the spotlight hoping he hadn't gone far. After about hour and a half of looking we came back home. We weren't home 10 minutes and at 9:30 tonight the phone rang. I yelled at Takila that someone must have found him. It was animal control, they found him. I asked where he was and they said about 6 blocks away, at a busy intersection. I asked if he was ok, then the officer told me that he got hit by a car. I asked if he was ok, The office paused and then told me Jargon was dead. He said he got hit in the head so he died quick. The officer said he would be right over and brought Jargon to us. I kick my own ass for looking in the wrong direction. Tomorrow we will take him to the vet and get him cremated. Takila and I will get a special box to keep him in. Jargon was a show dog the first two years of his life. We drove 3 hours one way a year ago to get him up in northern Wisconsin, in the snow. the breeder has a bunch of outside kennels that she keeps her dogs in year round, 2 to a kennel, so Jargon had to fight for food and eat fast before the other dog ate it all up. Jargon had life alot better with us, as he had a warm house to live in, a loving family, Lacy to play with, and all the food he could eat. We will miss you Jargon Juju. Rest in peace, little buddy. Time to cry again now.
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Post by deb193 on Jan 10, 2007 1:06:33 GMT -5
Sad to hear your news. It has just been a couple of months since I lost Hacky Cat. Sorry.
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SilverHeights
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Post by SilverHeights on Jan 10, 2007 1:21:09 GMT -5
So very sorry to hear of your loss. Nothing I can say at this time will make your grief any easier to bear but my sympathy for the loss of a beloved family member. Jargon, you will be missed.
Dorothy
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dtcmor
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Post by dtcmor on Jan 10, 2007 1:22:44 GMT -5
Sorry to hear such bad news. Losing a well loved pet is much like losing a family member and is just as hard also. My thoughts are with you.
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rhodescabbin
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Post by rhodescabbin on Jan 10, 2007 2:19:39 GMT -5
Man that is horrible!!! Theres nothing that you could do, I used to have a dog that loved to run when he got a chance so don't be hard on yourself...Jargon was a classy dog, very nice pictures of him, his personalty glows in those pictures...Very sad news as pets are family and its one hell of a shock when they get hit like that...Its gonna take some time to heal...I'm very sorry for your loss. -Dale Rhode
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Post by ladyt on Jan 10, 2007 6:04:17 GMT -5
Oh Dang, Earthdog. Crying with you . Tonja Ok regrouped here. I'm so sorry for your loss of Jargon. I have a fellow kinda like him. We got him at a breeder that kept him in a barn with all his littermates together. He was 12 weeks when we "rescued" him. He was very aggressive with food and ran out the door in a shot! I was very afraid of losing him like this, because once they're out, their little minds go crazy. To many things to see and do, no time to hear. Taz would run out the front door everytime you opened it. Finally, I bought a shock collar. I hated it but he stopped running out. I never use it now, no need. He learned. He is 5 yo now. Our heartfelt sympethy for you and Takilla. Just don't blame yourselves. Accidents happen unfortunatley and you couldn't have known which direction he went. You two gave hime a terriic life and you can see it in the pics. Nothing will make you feel better for awhile. Just know we care and are here for you both. Crying agin. Tonja
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Post by Toad on Jan 10, 2007 6:25:27 GMT -5
Don't beat yourself up. Nothing to do. Very sad news. So sorry for your family.
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Post by BAZ on Jan 10, 2007 8:15:47 GMT -5
Oh man, my heart breaks for you guys. One of my Labs went the same way, I won't say I know how you are feeling but I do feel for you. Take care.
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blarneystone
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Post by blarneystone on Jan 10, 2007 8:34:16 GMT -5
That's sad to hear Earth. For me, losing a pet is the worst. I hope you guys don't beat yourselves up over this too much. ...there is nothing anyone can do when it's time to go....
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Post by joe on Jan 10, 2007 9:02:06 GMT -5
I'm sorry to hear of your loss. That has to hurt real bad. I know how much you love those little cuties.
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Post by krazydiamond on Jan 10, 2007 9:04:58 GMT -5
poor little guy, at least he went out running wild and free. so sorry to hear of your loss, it's never easy when you love them so darn much.
KD
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Post by xenaswolf on Jan 10, 2007 11:11:32 GMT -5
Big hugs to you and Takila. I'm so sorry for your loss. Take what comfort you can in knowing that you gave him a good life while you had him. I love you bro
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Post by cina on Jan 10, 2007 11:38:15 GMT -5
I am So sorry.
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erbojones
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Post by erbojones on Jan 10, 2007 12:51:03 GMT -5
Oh I feel for you earthdog - losing a pet is like losing a relative. Keep your spirits up and remember the good times.
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desertdweller
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Post by desertdweller on Jan 10, 2007 12:58:54 GMT -5
I'm sorry earthdog, my heart goes out to you, may time help to heal the pain.
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WyckedWyre
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Post by WyckedWyre on Jan 10, 2007 13:03:00 GMT -5
ED, My dogs are all I have. I feel for ya. :'(S
Rainbow Bridge
Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....
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Post by rockyraccoon on Jan 10, 2007 13:41:55 GMT -5
oh man e'dog this breaks my heart. i am so sorry for your loss.
kim
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textiger
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Post by textiger on Jan 10, 2007 13:43:57 GMT -5
Sorry for your loss, Edog.
matt
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Post by hermatite on Jan 10, 2007 14:08:16 GMT -5
Aw I'm sorry. That's sad and I know it'll leave a big hole in your life. I hope you can remember what a great friend he was and that that will help you through it.
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earthdog
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Post by earthdog on Jan 10, 2007 15:03:21 GMT -5
Thank you all very much. We drove out this morning to get Jargon cremated. I picked out a nice dark oak box for him also. We'll get Jargon back tomorrow, so he'll be back home again. Wycked, That was real nice, thank you. I'm glad none of you could see a 46 year old man cry like a baby last night and today. I'm not ashamed to say that either. Thanks again everyone, you all are our good friends.
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