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Monday, November 14, 2011

My Dog Oscar's Tribute

Our 15 year old dog Oscar passed away in her sleep....(reason for her boy name is here)

Here are a few words to describe her life:

She disappeared for one month during our 500 year epic flood (You can imagine our surprise when she came home).

Oscar protected us from stray animals....which is important when you live in the metro woods!

Oscar accidentally bit my Aunt Sue when going after another dog on her shoulder.

I was not fond of Oscar because she was not a friendly dog....however I always felt compassion for her!

Oscar is missed....we tried to make her last days as comfortable as possible.

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28 comments:

  1. Mary MennengaNovember 14, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    That was kind of you, I have known a few unfriendly dog's.

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  2. Alicia The SnowflakeNovember 14, 2011 at 11:56 AM

    I'm sorry to hear that. It's amazing how much animals get into our hearts...even the ones we might not like as much. Blessings to you my friend!

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  3. DUTANovember 14, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    Sorry about Oscar. She looks quite a nice dog in the picture.
    It's always hard to loose a dog that has protected the house.
    May her soul rest in peace!

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  4. dr momiNovember 14, 2011 at 12:51 PM

    Sorry to hear of Oscar passing. 15 years is a ripe old age for a dog.

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  5. DawnNovember 14, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    You sound a lot like me when it comes to your dog...and even though he may have been not too friendly, he sure was cute:)

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  6. Lisa @ Two Bears FarmNovember 14, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    Sorry to hear about Oscar. It sounds like she found a good home w/ you. You're in my thoughts!

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  7. Eat To LiveNovember 14, 2011 at 1:39 PM

    Looks can be deceiving because she looks like such a sweetheart.

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  8. DebbieNovember 14, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    Aw, I'm sorry. Even if she wasn't the friendliest, she was still family, and you treated her that way.

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  9. BirdieNovember 14, 2011 at 3:09 PM

    I am glad she had you and your family to love her. Everyone needs some love, even dogs.

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  10. Have Myelin?November 14, 2011 at 3:11 PM

    You gave Oscar a home. I'm sure Oscar felt loved despite being grumpy.

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  11. JudyNovember 14, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    Oscar seemed like quite a dog. Imagine finding your way home after a month's absence. Without GPS, I might add.
    Judy

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  12. Muffy's MarksNovember 14, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    I'm sorry. We had a dog like that, defend first, threaten to bite first, ask questions later. He was locked in the bathroom most of the time, because he couldn't be trusted when company came to the door. He was great when strangers or salesmen came to the door. They all have their purpose

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  13. KarenNovember 14, 2011 at 4:51 PM

    Oh I am sorry Kim, 15 though, she had a good life. Dogs, like people have their own personalities.

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  14. JoanneNovember 14, 2011 at 4:53 PM

    I am so sorry! I just hate it when pets die. It seems they should live alot longer...I mean parrots live very long and they are not half as cuddly as dogs.
    Blessings, Joanne

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  15. WebsterNovember 14, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    I'm glad Oscar passed peacefully in her sleep. You speak very kindly of her despite her unfriendly disposition. May your next dog make you feel as safe and be a cuddly bear at the same time.

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  16. sprinklesNovember 14, 2011 at 7:03 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss!

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  17. Elizabeth GrimesNovember 14, 2011 at 7:34 PM

    It's always an adjustment losing something that's been a part of our lives for so long! Sorry for your loss.

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  18. WandaNovember 14, 2011 at 7:37 PM

    Oh Kim sorry to hear of her passing.

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  19. Elephant's ChildNovember 14, 2011 at 8:24 PM

    I am so so sorry. Their departure always leaves a hole in your heart.

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  20. Anne - Mommy Has to WorkNovember 14, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    I'm so sorry...

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  21. diane bNovember 15, 2011 at 2:26 AM

    RIP Oscar. Sorry for your loss, although it sounds like a blessing.

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  22. SueannNovember 15, 2011 at 6:50 AM

    So sorry for the loss of Oscar!! How sad!
    Hugging you
    SueAnn

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  23. MadSnapper n BeauNovember 15, 2011 at 9:23 AM

    she is beautiful and I think it was great of you to post a tribute since I know you did not have a good relationship with her. my friend has a pit bull that is the sweetest girl ever and HER name is Isaiah.

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  24. The Naked BloggerNovember 15, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    So sorry to read about your dog's passing.

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  25. Rachel November 15, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    Sorry to hear of Oscar's passing

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  26. Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise)November 15, 2011 at 4:40 PM

    Awwww, sweetie. I'm so sorry. I know even if your dear Oscar wasn't first in your heart, she was still a part of your family for a very long time.

    God bless and have a beautiful day sweetie!!! :o)

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  27. Chatty CroneNovember 15, 2011 at 9:00 PM

    I am so very sorry - they are such a big part of our family! sandie

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  28. RamakrishnanNovember 16, 2011 at 10:01 AM

    Dogs become part of the family when they spend so many years with you. They are very useful/helpful but can be a nuisance at times. But they are very loyal to their master ! But we love them inspite of their flaws and miss them when they die !

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