Clyde has gone...

Clydetz

Clydetz

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...to where the good dogs go.
And my tears... they still do flow.


A Remembrance…

We have had more good days than bad.
But my old friend, this one is very sad.
We must take this last trip to the vet.
This grieves me so, it’s the worst day yet!

I’ll be with you my buddy until the end.
My love & trust of you will never bend.
Please forgive me my friend; I hate to see you suffer.
Holding you in my arms has made our parting tougher!

I’ll hold on to you as you lay on the table.
Hugging you so as long as I’m able.
As tears fill my eyes that I can not end,
I’ll continue to comfort you, my best friend.

I’ll hold you and stroke you while you leave this earth.
I’d like to think of your passing as a brand new birth.
I will never forget the day I brought you home!
All nervous and shy, you were ready to roam.

I wasn’t sure what to name you on that very first day.
Patches or Rascal seemed like good names for a stray.
Your name was chosen when I made you my legal pet.
Bonnie was at home, so… Clyde was the name you’d get!

You didn’t seem sure I was the ‘human’ for you.
I now confess that idea crossed my mind, too!
But soon we tested each other’s strengths.
And found we both could go to great lengths…

To protect each other from what life sent our way.
All I can say is I’m glad you decided to stay.
You taught me to be patient, strong and brave.
I will always remember life’s lessons you gave.

I‘ll cherish the fun we had on our walks,
And the uplifting feelings gotten from our serious talks.
You always seemed to listen to all I would tell
And give me that look that said “I think you’re swell!”

Those floppy black ears always brought me a smile.
That ‘over the back’ curled tail just suited your style.
On our walks, I was very impressed with your strut.
In my eyes you were always more than just a mutt.

As the years passed and you grew less active and older,
You became more dependent and much less bolder.
You followed me around like a faithful brother.
Such a friend were you… I’m sure I’ll find no other.

I’m sorry to see your life come to such an end.
I’ve always considered you one hell of a friend.
Go my faithful pal and with the other dogs play.
We’ll meet again, my friend., on some fine day.

Goodbye Clyde
 
very sorry to hear of his loss, I guess it may be time to get a clyde II as you have lots of love in your heart for a four legged companion. But then I like most dogs better than I like most people.

Dave
 
Awwwwwww Dammit.

Farewell to the most beloved pooch on this and a few other corners of the internet. Hugs and much support Gary. We will ALL miss him.

-Chambers. Aka Squeezie
 
Be at peace. You gave him a good life and were with him to the end.

What more can a man do?
 
Clydetz,

All my sympathy goes to you. Such a poem can't be written without the great love we feel when we are lucky enough to have a wholehearted friend on our side. Many years ago i lost mine, my irreplaceable dog. I still feel the pain. Where the good dogs go they are blessed.

dantzk.
 
Sorry to hear of Clyde's passing. A terrible loss.. except for the love and memories that forever remain. Both you and Clyde were blessed to find each other, and one day, you'll find each other again.

Hang tough.

AJ
 
lizardman_u said:
....But then I like most dogs better than I like most people.Dave
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I second that thought....My heart goes out to you, Clydetz, I've been there way too many times myself. May Clyde rest in peace and with hopes of your meeting again, in a better world.
 
I am so sad to hear this too. However his short suffering is but a drop in a sea of happiness you provided him. Clyde, rest in peace, wag your tail forever!!!
 
Gary, sorry for your loss. I know what Clyde meant to you, he was a very special dog. I was glad to see that he got out and about the other day for a car ride. I'm sure there is a ton of good memories there.
My condolences.
 
Awwww, I'm so sorry to hear that. Having lost another one of ours a few months ago I know how you're feeling. I bet you have some great memories from the times that the two of you cherished each other. Those will never leave you. My entire family sends their condolences and we know of at least three new playmates who will welcome him up there with tails wagging.
 
Gary, those are wonderful words born of love and respect. I had to do the same thing to my cat just a month ago. First time for that for me, and it was sadly emotional.

Dogs, cats, ALL pets--they touch us in a way that human's don't. Clyde was a powerful influence on you. Nice to see your thoughts.

Be well,

Coop
 
Gary,

I write this in hopes that the loss will in time be replaced by the knowledge of how blessed you and Clyde were to have each other in your lives.

I know from too much experience those words don't help much right now and I wish I could write something that would. All dog owners can do is to live our lives such that we deserve what our dogs offer to us without conditions and take what they offer to our hearts.

With tears in my eyes,

Gus
 
Gary: I am deeply sorry for your loss!! I know how much he meant to you. He was lucky to have you. Clyde was a very special dog. He had a great life with you, and knew he was loved every minute he was with you. I know there is nothing that can be said to take the pain away. When I have lost one of my furry children, this poem gave me solice. I hope it helps you.

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....

Author unknown...
 
I'm very sorry for your loss.
Clyde was a good one ,that's for sure.

many people go through their lives without the knowing the wonderful feeling of connection that you 2 had.
 
Gary:

I am sorry to hear this and sorry for your loss. Take comfort in the fact that he lived a good life with you. Hang in there.
 
A small point, a very small one.

We've all known good people and bad people.

There are NO bad dogs. Not one. A dog may misunderstand you, it may have to defend its master from you, it might make a mess (because its frightened or has no other choice). But there are NO bad dogs.

OldPhysics (dog lover)
 
Gary,I'm very sorry to hear of your loss.Friends like Clyde come around once in a lifetime.My condolences,brother.
 
Thank you for your heartfelt thoughts. I've had my share of other buddies that I had to put down but Clyde was definitely special. He got me through some pretty hard times. He will be in my heart for always.
 
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