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Originally Posted by Pedigree Ann

I am sad to report that my avatar puppy, our Border Collie Hobbes, is no longer with with us, having succumbed to kidney disease in August. He was twelve and he never gave us any indication he was seriously ill - he was so tough and stoic - until his final seizure. The house feels empty without him.

I have replaced Hobbes in my avatar because I can't bear seeing him looking back at me so trustingly.

I'm truly sorry for your loss, Pedigree Ann

Losing a family member of 12 years is tough.

When I was a kid of four, my parents got me a cat. She died at the age of 19, and I actually made a trip from south Florida to northern Ohio to be with her when it was clear she was about to say goodbye.

One thing I appreciate however, is that the experience with her passing subsequently made it a tad easier in the years since when I was encountered the passing of other pets. And loved ones.

As trite as it sounds, it will get better.

Good thoughts with you.