Our Dexter

Dexter, our Lhasa Apso suddenly took ill yesterday. With hindsight, he was slowing down lately but we put it down to the fact that he was knocking on 11. We took him on when he was around 18 months old. He was apparently abused by his previous owner. From the start he was quite aloof, and didn't want petting. Indeed, he would turn away when I tried to stroke him. This though is a trait of the breed (aloofness). Over a period of time (years) he warmed to us, just subtle things. He would get our attention by rubbing his foot against our leg. He was always a very independent character, but somehow loyal and loving. He also seemed to have a sense of humour. Normally, he would bark to go outside for a 'wee', but on a few occasions he barked and ran off when I opened the door, little git! There are so many stories I could relate, but words cannot describe what a wonderful character he was.
He was unable to walk yesterday, so today I took him to the vet. It was found that he had Anemia, brought about by a large tumour, so we had to have him put to sleep. I'm heartbroken....
Our beloved Dexter

 

He looks a right character from the picture Freddy, a really happy and well loved chap.
He was also a lucky dog to have found a good and loving home with you, from the sounds of things.
I know it knocks the stuffing out of you when you lose them, You have my sympathy friend.

 

Oh how I feel for you, It is just over 18 months ago we Lost Boris our Shih Tzu Prostate cancer, we still have his brother. I am just to old to get a replacement as they are quite a long lived breed how I miss that boy.

 

Awww no Freddy,I'm so sorry to see this...

Luckily he found you and had a good life.
Thinking of you and all the Freddys

RIP Dexter

 

Oh Freddy, I am so sorry. My heart goes out to you and your family.

 

I'm so sorry for your loss Freddy. It's so sad when we have to say goodbye to them.

 

So Sorry for your loss freddy

 

I'm sorry to hear about Dexter Freddy. Our pets become such a big part of our families and leave a space that's hard to fill when they've gone.

 

So So sorry Freddie,

 

Sending you and your family a great big hug Freddy x

 

Thanks for all your messages of support and sympathy, very much appreciated. Of course, I didn't expect him to live forever, this time was always coming. I'm a bit surprised it's hit me so badly as I'm usually able to take things in my stride, but that little fella really got under my skin.

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