RIP, Iko



There are no words to express our sorrow and pain. We lost our brave boy suddenly. His great, big heart gave out. There wasn't even time to get him to the vet. Our baby died in Greg's arms.

We were so very close to getting him well. The sutures were holding. His healing was going well. He had a great morning! At 2pm I took him for a walk through his favorite path and he was as happy as a young pup.

By 4pm he was gone.

We tried so hard, but he slipped through our hands anyway. I hope Tank came back to show him the way home because that's what big brothers do.

Rest in Peace, my good, brave boy. Wait for us on Rainbow Bridge.



Note: I had planned on blogging again Monday, but I need more time. We are numb with grief.

Comments

Ronda Tutt said…
So sorry for your loss. Sending you a big hug and lots of love.
i am so sorry.. I know it means little now but he knew he was loved and in the arms of those that adored him.. its heartbreaking, I know the pain at his loss is being felt, I can only hope that time will allow so many good memories time to shine while the pain slowly fades.. but I still cry years later over my heart dogs passing. Hugs Val
Gwen Gardner said…
This is heartbreaking, Maria. I’m so sorry. Iko is a lovely soul, you can see it shining from his eyes. RIP, Iko.
B.E. Sanderson said…
Oh, no. I'm so sorry for your loss, Maria. :hugs:
Rebekah Loper said…
*hugs tight* I am so, so, so sorry. He died surrounded by the ones he loved most, though, and I've sent enough animals across the Rainbow Bridge myself to know that there was no place else he'd rather have been.
rmacwheeler said…
My heart breaks for you. Sending you truckloads of love, hugs, and prayers. They just leave us too soon!
Marianne said…
I am so sorry ... I understand the grief, especially when it's so unexpected. There are no words.
Judy said…
I am so very sorry...love and prayers
Mike keyton said…
No words, Maria but much love for both of you
jacabur1 said…
Maria and Greg my heart hurts for the both of you. There are no words big enough but Virtual hugs are sent your way.
Beth Anderson said…
My heart is breaking with yours. So sad. He was such a sweet fella. He had the best family any dog could have. There are no words I can give to help. Tears are streaming down my face as I type. Sending hugs. I know he was well loved. Love you guys!
Jenny Schwartz said…
I'm so sorry, Maria. So sorry. But I am glad for Iko that he was home with you both at the end. A brave boy for sure. (((hugs)))
lynnviehl said…
Heaven just got a little more beautiful. Much love, my friend.
I am so, so sorry to hear this, Maria. It sounds like you and Greg gave him a wonderful last day, and that is priceless. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers....
marlenedotterer said…
I'm so sorry, Maria. You know something? I hope my last day is filled with as much joy and love as Iko's was.
Lisa Lynn said…
I'm so sorry for your loss, Maria. Take time to heal and be close to your loved ones. Hugs.
ANGELA L BROWN said…
Tank showed himself to be quite the gentleman and wonderful big brotherI while he graced us all with his presence. I've no doubt he was there to show Iko the way.

Virtual hugs and my condolences seem so lame, but my heart hurts for and with you, especially knowing how much you and hubby loved your brave boy. I am glad he was held in love in life and as he passed.
Carole West said…
That numb with grief is so hard, words cannot express the loss and I'm so sorry. Having recently losing my own dog I can identify. I still find DIxie's bones on the property that she hunted and left behind and it stops me in my footprints. Find comfort in knowing he was loved and I bet tank did greet him with a big hug of love.
LD Masterson said…
Thinking of you. *hugs*
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