For ynnaJ: pics of Ollie and Sadie

[devastated70]

ynnaJ wanted to see some pics of ollie. so here is some of ollie and sadie and ollie and symen (the kitty when they were younger)

[alcoth]

They're all lovely, but the black GSD (Sadie?) is just stunning.

[devastated70]

well thanks,, actually the black one is my boy ollie.. so i am very Appreciative for the compliment on him,, most usually complimented Sadie (the Reg GS markings), I think he is a doll, he was actually the runt of the liter, but wanted him because he was black.. so, thanks so much

[alcoth]

Wow, I just had to look at them again :p... I'm adding those pictures to my screen saver if you don't mind hehe.

[devastated70]

oh wow.. thanks.. they are my babies.. just am still so sick about losing sadie at such a young age.. i hate to keep on and on about it,,, but it is SUCH a loss to me (and ollie), they were such the duo,,, it is really so hard without her.. going home to THEM was just the greatest thing.. watching them play, they were unseparable.. now me and ollie are tring to keep going.. such a loss..

I think he is a pretty boy.. he is such a good boy.. and such a mama's boy... i asked my mom the other day if she thought he was a "wuss",, she said, No, i think he is SPOILED.. hahah.. can't help it..

[dlaura]

Well I hope you told your mom that Ollie and Symen are your kids and therefore deserve some spoiling. A........ grandmas are usually in charge of spoiling. LOL

[devastated70]

LOL.. she knows they are my kids.. she's just giving me a hard time about "doting" on ollie,, and is worried that i'm focused on them instead of myself (and dealing with losing sadie).. she is worried that me and ollie have a co-dependant relationship,,, lol.

but she's just as bad, she buys them things, makes them blankets, etc..

[FredsMom]

well thanks,, actually the black one is my boy ollie.. so i am very Appreciative for the compliment on him,, most usually complimented Sadie (the Reg GS markings), I think he is a doll, he was actually the runt of the liter, but wanted him because he was black.. so, thanks so much

Awww, i think he is gorgeous. my parents have an all black GSD mix and I think he is absolutely adorable. I dont know if its the color or his personality but hes just the most loving and cuddly dog you could ask for.

BTW, i know you'll find a dog that is a good match for you. It may sound weird but I think the new dog will just fall into your lap. I dont mean don't look. I just mean when you find him or her you'll know immediately and it wont even be a question. I got Fred after I had to give up a dog for rehoming (it bit me and my parents wouldn't let me rehab with him anymore) and i was determined NOT to find a dog until after finals were over (i was in college at the time) and the next thing you know, before finals even started, fred was throw into my life and i knew without a doubt he was my best friend. I think it just happens that way when you least expect it to.

BTW, here's a shot of Kodi.

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f252/GiggityMonkey/akodi.jpg

[devastated70]

Kodi is precious..

Ollie has the best personality (with me), he is a little skidish with other people (always has been, even when he was a little pup) - i would take them over to visit my neighbors and sadie was just as happy as could be to be visiting,, ollie was ready to go HOME.. lol. he's a big mama's boy.. he's a sweet boy, but doesn't like to cuddle so much,, WEAH.. i miss a cuddler. even the cat isn't a cuddler. sadie was.. BUT.. (you know the rest of that story)..

thanks so much for your thoughts, is kind of what i have been thinking too. I have looked, but nothing seems to jump right out at me, then i feel guilty for not taking something and giving it a good home..

[FredsMom]

don't feel guilty. what good is bringing someone home without the connection? i mean of course its great that you want to save another life. but you need to do whats right by you and ollie and the kitty.

my advice is to keep an eye open and just let it happen.

i think the story behind kodi and kayla (his sister) may help you a bit.

we lost our first dog after loving her for 18 years. it didnt make it less hard, although im sure being in your shoes would be that much toughter. Its tough losing something when you are prepared, tougher when you aren't.

my dad blamed himself for a long time. He forgot Sheba (first dog) outside that night. She woke up and died in my brothers arms the next morning. The truth was it was her time. She died of old age and nothing more. But dad took on the guilt.

They decided after a few months to get a new puppy. Golden Retriever from a breeder. We always rescued and mom wanted a GR. Her favorite. deposit was put down. dad still felt insanely guilty. I think he was excited cause hes not used to NOT having a dog, but i know he wasn't ready to throw a parade.

a month before they went to pick the new dog up my dads assistant found two puppies ~ 8 wks old abandoned in a cardboard box outside a food market chain in florida (publix). he called my mom to tell her everyone at the office wanted to split them up and he couldnt do that to him so could we please foster these two dogs until we found them a home together. I think the reality was he fell in love immediately. I think he also knew if he brought them home he'd get to keep them.

already long story shortened, mom fell in love within a week, told the breeder to keep the deposit. dad stopped feeling as guilty. i mean to this day i think he blames himself a bit still, even though it REALLY WAS NOT his fault. I think it was just Shebas time. She was almost 18! and she fell asleep in one of her best friends arms. who could ask for a better way to go? peacefully and with someone she loved. (im getting teary thinking aout this lol).

But when Kodi and Kayla arrived dad was happy again. He bonded with them immediately. That was six years ago now. Kodi is his BEST friend. He loves kayla but shes so my brothers dog (mine when i am home to visit but she sleeps with him). The first thing he does when he gets home is RUN up to change but really to play with Kodi.

Moral of the story. They'll find you and you'll know it immediately. If you aren't feeling head over heels in love this dog must come home with me this very minute (after the "meet n greet with ollie of course!) then don't worry. you'll find the dog that does that for you same way ollie does and sadie did. and it wont replace it either so don't worry about that. but it will make you happier.

[FredsMom]

and for good measure. this is kayla. we think what happened is their mom was an allaround XXXXXXXX and got it on with more than one dog during gestation and had two different dogs fertilize. i dontk now if that can happen although someone once told me it was likely. They have a similar mix but you cannot see GS in kayla at all. lol.

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f252/GiggityMonkey/akayla.jpg

[alcoth]

I teared up a bit reading the rest of this thread :p Thank you all for sharing your stories. Dev, I hope you're inspired, I know I am :)

[devastated70]

oh yes, what a lovely story, and thank you so much for sharing..

as you mentioned about the 18yr old passing away; i have also experienced 3 dogs passing (of old age and a cat of old age, so i have been through that process, and like you said was HARD, but acceptable- due to the old age-their time etc), after thier passing, like your dad, i knew that I wanted more dogs, and wanted two (brother and sister) to be able to grow up together and not be lonely during the day when i was at work.. which brought me to sadie and ollie of course.. NEVER did i expect to lose one at such a young age.. but i guess fact is, I did.. for whatever reason.. i do believe i want another dog so that ollie isn't home by himself during the day while i'm at work.. and I know i will bond with it as well.. i wouldn't get one just to keep "ollie occupied".. i will love it just as i do my others..

i enjoyed your story, and i hope my search works out as good as your parents.. I appreciate you sharing it with me, and understanding about "searching" for another dog and the guilty feelings of not taking one home immediately.. this story gives me hope and inspiration that when the right one comes along I will know it.. and YES, your story did bring tears to my eyes.. thanks so much for sharing..

[pipsie71]

Your animals were, and are, beautiful. I'm so sorry you're still so raw from your loss, I do understand. We lost our Paddy (you can see his pic) only back in March and he was only 5 years old, he died of cancer. It's so unfair. We just remind ourselves that we were lucky to have him, and him us, and remember all the love and good times we shared. I'm filling up as I type this! We have his photos up, and Ry's mum had a canvas made for us which is lovely. I do hope you star to heal soon, if you want to talk I'd be happy to, you mustn't feel like you're going on about it, it's a harsh thing to go through.
This is our Paddy. Love and good thoughts to you all, Pip
http://i729.photobucket.com/albums/ww298/pipsie71/27.jpg
http://i729.photobucket.com/albums/ww298/pipsie71/Image000.jpg

[devastated70]

He is absolutely Gorgeous.. I am so sorry for your loss too.. brought tears to my eyes.. (as I am still crying writing this)..

Oh yes, I do feel the same, and would not change "picking Her", etc.. I am so glad that she was/is a part of my life/soul.. i know she was meant for me and me for her.. even tho our time together was cut short.. i still cherish her sweet soul.. I have pics of her, but have not been able to put them back up yet, it is just still to hard right now, but know in time will get better..

thanks for sharing your story.. i am also here if you ever need/want to talk..

[Macawpower58]

Your photos are lovely. I also am becoming fond of black GSDs, though mine has dipped her feet in milk chocolate.

Your mourning will slowly fade. Ollie is there to help you with it, and vice a versa. As said above, someday the 'one' for you will show up. It may even happen when your not looking, and least expect it.

For now, you and Ollie and Symen need to concentrate on the good things. Sadie will someday be a memory that brings happiness and calm.

[The ynnaJ]

They're so gorgeous! All the pics on here have been stunning. :)
I'm sorry I wasn't able to post sooner...I'm still getting used to these forums and I didn't know there was a place especially for pics.
Such heartwarming stories too! Sadie will be missed although she's probably chasing rabbits in doggy heaven. Hah, I know that's what my dog would like to do. :) You'll find your second dog, don't worry. I have always believed everything happens for a reason.

P.S. Ollie looks a lot like my neighbor's dog Curtis who is a kissing machine. Tehe.

[devastated70]

thanks,

hahah, ollie is a kissing machine too..

have a great weekend..