Author Topic: A Good Bye To A Best Friend (Read 6840 times)

carpsniperg2 · « **on:** March 21, 2011, 12:05:04 PM »

I dreamed the day would never come, that I would have to say good bye to her. My 14 year old lab passed away this morning. Her name was hazel. Out of all the labs, me and my family have had. She was the best,smartest, most loyal dog. She has touched more then just my life. Several members on here have pups from her daughter and her lines. I was blessed to have her in my life and she will always be missed. As I laid her to rest today. I was saying my good byes, and for the first times in years. I heard a pheasant cackel out in the grass hay field, in front of our house. I looked up to see a beautiful rooster about 50 yards away walking threw the field. It has been years since I have seen a rooster here on our home place. Were he came from I don't know. But it was one of the most beautiful things I have ever seen in my life. Like he was paying his respects to a great bird dog. Here is a few pictures from over the years.

R.I.P Hazel you will always be missed.

Alan K · « **Reply #1 on:** March 21, 2011, 12:07:09 PM »

Sorry to hear it, looks like you had some great times.

NRA4LIFE · « **Reply #2 on:** March 21, 2011, 12:11:22 PM »

Sorry to hear that Matt. I know how hard that is.

Skyvalhunter · « **Reply #3 on:** March 21, 2011, 12:14:41 PM »

Sorry to hear about your loss Carp!! Thoughts go out to you and your family. They are definately another member of the family. Well you have to know you gave Hazel someof the best times doing what she loved to do more than anything. Be safe as she is keeping an eye on you and yours.

Happy Gilmore · « **Reply #4 on:** March 21, 2011, 12:16:39 PM »

Sorry to hear-

elkslare · « **Reply #5 on:** March 21, 2011, 12:20:05 PM »

yes sorry to here.Our thoughts are with you. Our lab is 14 years old as well and I know are time is limited as well.

Stickerbush · « **Reply #6 on:** March 21, 2011, 12:23:58 PM »

wow sounds like the dog had a great life, my condolences

Machias · « **Reply #7 on:** March 21, 2011, 01:10:33 PM »

Bummer, very sorry to hear that for you.

WCTaxidermy · « **Reply #8 on:** March 21, 2011, 01:41:54 PM »

Sorry to hear about that Carp. I sure hope you and your family rebound from your loss. At least you have all the good memories. Take care and hang in there. John

carpsniperg2 · « **Reply #9 on:** March 21, 2011, 02:03:57 PM »

Thanks guys.

vandeman17 · « **Reply #10 on:** March 21, 2011, 02:23:08 PM »

Just remember all the good times you had with her and know that she was a part in bringing many past and future great moments to all the owners of her descendants.

FSTaxidermy · « **Reply #11 on:** March 21, 2011, 03:11:54 PM »

Sorry about your loss, sounds like she was a real treasure.

halflife65 · « **Reply #12 on:** March 21, 2011, 03:22:55 PM »

I'm sorry to hear that. It's tough losing a good dog. People that have never had one can't understand.

rasbo · « **Reply #13 on:** March 21, 2011, 03:27:42 PM »

thats some sad news matt,hope you find peace in the memories...

RAMSFAN · « **Reply #14 on:** March 21, 2011, 03:51:45 PM »

Sorry to hear that, my heart goes out to you and your family. She sounds like she
was an amazing friend

beagledog · « **Reply #15 on:** March 21, 2011, 05:14:14 PM »

Sorry to hear . These treads allways tear me up.

IronMike · « **Reply #16 on:** March 21, 2011, 05:17:49 PM »

Sorry for your loss Carp.

buckhorn2 · « **Reply #17 on:** March 21, 2011, 05:26:39 PM »

Sorry for your loss. There are lots and lots of dogs but only a few that are special.

teanawayslayer · « **Reply #18 on:** March 21, 2011, 05:39:40 PM »

I am sorry for your loss. My lab died a few years back. The best dog we have ever had. I have had several since and they just don't have it.

ICEMAN · « **Reply #19 on:** March 21, 2011, 06:02:23 PM »

Sorry to read this Matt, very sad day.

BigD · « **Reply #20 on:** March 21, 2011, 06:42:59 PM »

Sorry to here. looks like you have some good memories there.

Fetch em up · « **Reply #21 on:** March 21, 2011, 06:50:22 PM »

Sorry to hear about your loss. Losing my lab was one of the worst days of my life, but every once in a while when I'm pheasant hunting I'll get a big smile on my face knowing she's up there watching over me. I have her collar and her picture on a plaque on my wall to remember her- it has helped me tons over the years since I lost her.

brew · « **Reply #22 on:** March 21, 2011, 06:55:56 PM »

i feel your pain, brother....lost my chocolate to cancer a few years back. The christmas before i put him down mama got a print through Cabela's that looked exactly like him with his purple collar. they even engraved the tag on the collar with his name- "Gator"...still can't bring myself to hang the pic...gettin misty eyed just thinkin of him and it's been three years

singleshot12 · « **Reply #23 on:** March 21, 2011, 09:05:56 PM »

I know the pain all too well..atleast you were given 14 yrs. Every Lab is a good friend,but there is always that one in a life time dog that hurts more than anything when they pass..my sinsire condolences and understanding, she looked like a real sweetheart..R.I.P. Hazel

carpsniperg2 · « **Reply #24 on:** March 21, 2011, 09:40:43 PM »

Thanks everyone, your kind words have helped on this tuff day.

SeaRun1 · « **Reply #25 on:** March 21, 2011, 10:01:33 PM »

R.I.P Hazel

Lots of dogs leaving us this year on this board. Sorry for the loss Carpsniper.

SeaRun1

ORCA_SIX · « **Reply #26 on:** March 22, 2011, 12:02:33 AM »

Sincere condolences to your family. I have a hunting dog named Hazel also, she is my pride and joy. I hope you can find another K-9 companion that brings you great joy. Safe journeys for your dog to the great hunting field in the sky.

bowhunterforever · « **Reply #27 on:** March 22, 2011, 01:43:06 AM »

Sorry to hear about your loss carp

sakoshooter · « **Reply #28 on:** March 22, 2011, 07:54:04 PM »

Sorry to hear it.

huntlakewood · « **Reply #29 on:** March 22, 2011, 08:52:59 PM »

sorry to hear that man

Jerbear · « **Reply #30 on:** March 24, 2011, 10:34:23 PM »

Matt I am sorry to hear about your loss. Our lab is a member of the family. Should something happen to him, I will not get another lab. I don't think that I could even come close to a replacement. If you have time and feel up to it, give me a call tomorrow night Again, sorry about your loss.

Blacktail135 · « **Reply #31 on:** March 30, 2011, 01:11:00 AM »

The Last Battle

If it should be that I grow frail and weak,
And pain should keep me from my sleep,
then you must do what must be done
For this, the last battle, can't be won.

You will be sad, I understand,
Don't let the grief then stay your hand,
For this day more than all the rest
Your love and friendship stand the test.

We've had so many happy years,
What is to come can hold no fears.
You'd not want me to suffer so;
When the time comes, please let me go.

Take me where my needs they'll tend
And stay with me, if you can, to the end.
Hold me firm and speak to me
Until my eyes no longer see.

I know in time, you will see,
It is a kindness you do for me.
Although my tail its last was waved,
From pain and suffering I've been saved.

Don't grieve that it should be you,
Who must decide this thing to do,
We've been so close, we two, these years;
Don't let your heart hold any tears.

Smile, for we walked together for a little while.

Picked the above from a website where I'm getting my new pup this coming Saturday.

Sorry for your loss.

Hope you get another pup soon.

carpsniperg2 · « **Reply #32 on:** March 30, 2011, 01:15:01 AM »

Thank you that way very kind. I have a daughter of her's. I have already decided to keep a female pup from her next litter. Her name will be hazel.

huntlakewood · « **Reply #33 on:** March 30, 2011, 08:25:59 AM »

Quote from: Blacktail135 on March 30, 2011, 01:11:00 AM

The Last Battle

If it should be that I grow frail and weak,
And pain should keep me from my sleep,
then you must do what must be done
For this, the last battle, can't be won.

You will be sad, I understand,
Don't let the grief then stay your hand,
For this day more than all the rest
Your love and friendship stand the test.

We've had so many happy years,
What is to come can hold no fears.
You'd not want me to suffer so;
When the time comes, please let me go.

Take me where my needs they'll tend
And stay with me, if you can, to the end.
Hold me firm and speak to me
Until my eyes no longer see.

I know in time, you will see,
It is a kindness you do for me.
Although my tail its last was waved,
From pain and suffering I've been saved.

Don't grieve that it should be you,
Who must decide this thing to do,
We've been so close, we two, these years;
Don't let your heart hold any tears.

Smile, for we walked together for a little while.

Picked the above from a website where I'm getting my new pup this coming Saturday.

Sorry for your loss.

Hope you get another pup soon.

That was sad but beutiful poem thanks for sharing

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