Hunter 10/23/02-4/6/12

Pam G

Pam G

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My heart is broken. We had to make that awful decision today...but my sweet boy is now at peace. Hunter had been doing pretty good until a few days ago...but the cancer finally took it's toll. :( I thought we may have a few more weeks, but yesterday, when we got home from picking up Bruce I noticed he was struggling to get comfortable..doing a lot of groaning. I slept on the couch last night because it was Bruce's first night home, and noticed that Hunter was very restless...he would get up..walk around..get a drink...groan..He just could not seem to get comfortable. This morning, he had that look in his eye ..he was not happy. I made him a promise when he was first diagnosed with this terrible cancer that I would never let him suffer and as hard as it was to make that call, I had to keep my word. I called the vet and they fit us in. He went so peacefully...I instantly felt a wave of relief knowing that he was now completely pain free. I'm going to miss my sweet boy so much. He was truly one of the best!!!:heart::heart: Hunter was the only landseer out of a litter of 10 and a wild child for the first few years..I often wondered if he had any newf in him...but he turned out to be the perfect well behaved boy. I put a slideshow below of a few pictures of my special boy ..he was one in a million and will never be forgotten...
 
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Sound Bay Newfs

Sound Bay Newfs

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Pam, I was so sorry to hear that Hunter was struggling and uncomfortable today, and that his time had come. I am so sorry you lost your sweet boy especially after just getting Bruce back from his surgery. Next week will be better for sure.
 
Lori

Lori

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My heart skipped a beat when I saw this. I am so sorry. At least Bruce was home to say goodbye to his brother, maybe Hunter was waiting for that. You gave him that gift that is the hardest thing we ever have to do. Hugs to you and your family. He will be watching over you all now.
 
Jeannie

Jeannie

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Pam I am sorry to hear about Hunter. I know that stabbing you get in your gut when they give you that look. When it is time to let them go. It is so hard but like you said a peace fills your heart when you know they are no longer suffering. Godspeed Hunter. I know my Sara, Panda and Samantha are romping and playing with you. Hugs to you, Pam.
 
nowhavethreebears

nowhavethreebears

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So sorry for your loss of Hunter.
I know it hurts terribly right now, but knowing you kept your promise out of love for him will bring you comfort in days to come.
 
tonkatruck

tonkatruck

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Pam Its so sad to hear about Hunter. Poor boy. You did what's best for him and he is no longer in pain. It had to be very hard on you and your family but we owe them that much. I feel the strong bond you had with him and he thanks you for all you did for him. I have no doubt in my heart that you two will meet again someday.
 
R Taft

R Taft

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i am so sorry for your loss, you gave him the greatest gift of all, but the hardest for us to give......It is a beautiful slide show, so many memories. I love the way he slept on the diving board :heart: so sweet.
RIP sweet Hunter, go and run with our RAinbow Angels :hugs: to you all, Ronnie
 
Pam G

Pam G

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Thank you all so much. Yes..he loved that diving board. The only newf I know of that loved to lay in the sun...such a goof!!! He didn't like to lay on the cold snow either..would run out do his business and come back in to resume his position as my foot warmer. So different than by other boys who LOVE to be outside. I have so many wonderful memories...:heart:
 
Alicia

Alicia

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Very sorry for your loss. Take comfort in knowing he is pain free now and that you gave him so much love. The slide show is filled with great pictures of your boy. I love the ones of him on the diving board. He looks like he was an awesome dog.
 
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