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geoff — Fri, 19 Jul 2013 00:44:42 GMT

my beautiful little dog on the right has had an operation to remove cancer, but it came back aggressively and developed lumps so I had to put her down this morning with great sadness, and yes I was crying non stop and whether or not I will respond in the next couple of days, only time will tell. Geoff.

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bman42 — Fri, 19 Jul 2013 08:42:35 GMT

Sorry to hear that Geoff 😞

I hope you are ok. My thoughts are with you and your other little buddy

Bman

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Pixie15 — Fri, 19 Jul 2013 10:11:12 GMT

Dear Geoff, I am very sorry you had to say goodbye to your beautiful little dog. peace, Chris.

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The_Real_David_Charles — Fri, 19 Jul 2013 10:46:24 GMT

Dear Geoff,

Wow ! After all these years as a faithful companion - I don't know how you'll cope. Maybe the cancer is tougher to treat in dogs. A dog owner friend had something similar but he took his dog to work everyday as he was a handyman. Kind of tough to be driving the ute without such a friend beside you. He got some expert treatment but the dog never really recovered and passed about 8 months after diagnosis.

That's a tough spot you are in. I hope your other four legged friend steps up the cuddle and biscuit eating. My neighbourhood know me and my border collie so well I am always stopped when I'm on my own and people almost demand to know "Where's your dog ?". It's a loss for the whole community. Sorry to hear that.

Adios, David.

PS The stories that your dog could have told..................

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The_Real_David_Charles — Sat, 20 Jul 2013 10:56:05 GMT

Dear Geoff,

It's a real comfort when you get out and about and the sad news is revealed to other dog owners. Lots of crying, hugging and support. And people want the whole story so it's a bit of therapy along the way.

I remember my mum losing a Kern Terrier years ago and she used to say she could still hear the little dog feet around the house. Funny how the most eccentric dog activity becomes the most treasured memory.

See you didn't post today so hope you are recovering and not blaming yourself for a totally devastating illness. How can such a small animal have such a strong character ? It's a mystery.

Adios, David.

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geoff — Mon, 22 Jul 2013 15:39:07 GMT

dear David Charles and the others, thanks, but I wouldn't be able to give advice at the moment, I am still deeply feeling the loss of my Tessie.

I did all I could have possibly done to get her from passing away, but I wasn't able to carry her through, so I'm still mourning her loss.

I've been here before many times and I know it will get better. Geoff.

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Neil_1 — Tue, 23 Jul 2013 22:50:18 GMT

Hello my friend Geoff

I feel it's time that I made a return ... and to let you know that I am so sorry for your loss. Our pets become a part of us; part of our families and they mean the world to us.

I can totally understand how you're feeling and as you say, you know it will get better. Those are all fine words once you're out of the gloom, but at this time, nothing that is said really makes much difference at all.

Most important now is to look after yourself and make sure that you take your time in getting over this.

Your friend

Neil

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giggles — Wed, 24 Jul 2013 01:58:00 GMT

Hi Geoff

I bet Tessie was delighted to have you as her companion.I have been there as well with the loss of one of my dogs.I thought I would never ever recover but one day we went into a pet shop looking for fish and came out with Jack my beautiful new friend.I will spare you how my Harley pasted as it is too sad and will make you gasp for air.

It is so true what they say we do not pick them they pick us.He simply looked at us I held him and said to Hubby get your card out hes coming home, I had forgotten how much work was involved with a puppy but what a laugh we have had with him.Especially all the clothes chewed up, mobile phones (I thought he was going to be sent back to shop on that one),rugs,pillow that was like coming home to snow scattered around the house.Basically MOney money money followed by giggle giggle giggle.Of course he is perfect now and we go for heaps of walks.

We looked at the RSPCA as well but had trouble connecting with one we both agreed on.It is interesting going through the process all the same.

Look forward to your return Geoff.Where is Tessie's resting place?

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The_Real_David_Charles — Wed, 24 Jul 2013 06:25:04 GMT

Dear Neil,

An old BB'er arises. How many does that make now ? Geoff, Scotty2013, Neil1, Rodentdron, myself and probably a dozen others that might be harder to label as the anonymous user names are a bit different. Anyway, the party's at Neil's house.

How's the world of wwe wrestling ? Lol. You make a welcome return, Uncle.

You can probably see from the board that I struggle to make barely 1 response a week these days..............just out of interest, do you think the MY POSTS section is reminiscent of the old BB site ? Still lots of sections but less than the change up. Are you still dong Muscle shows and keeping fit ?

I took my neighbours unleashed, bouncy, big dog home (over the road yesterday) with my dog (unleashed border collie but with immaculate control !) as it was running amok in the park and the owner was 80m away and without any control. As I got his dog into his front garden (we both live opp the park) I really felt great relief that it was safe and not nearly run over (as is often the case). However, the neighbour just abused me and my wife for 10 mins. And then beat the shit out of his dog. I think we'll have to involve the RSPCA or Police if things get worse. It's like living next to a cave man. And we're just signing a new lease ! I think I'm the first person to stand my ground and care for his unleashed dog so he couldn't control the situation. But the dogs were safe.

I can't imagine what Geoff is going though with the loss of a great dog. Maybe his loss was in my mind when I rescued my neighbours stray dog ? Or maybe a parental sense of danger crept in ? If only awareness was available in Aisle 12 of Coles Supermarket. Next to Anxiety Disorder Special Socks and Emotional Reversible Jackets (a nod to Scotty2013). In a bizarre way if mental health problems could be resolved (real or otherwise) with mass purchasing items of no real value maybe the awareness of mental health in Australia would increase ? A regular customer would pass this section weekly. "Mummy, why is that called the Sad Aisle ?".

Tricky items with no price can be dealt with a special Anger Management Check Out Operator. With a Store Moderator lurking nearby, maybe sweeping a broom or filling shelves, ready to step in with a full jet of hose water or a simple observation that will lead to a grateful insight. What a therapeutic shopping experience and not a pair of flat blacks in sight. Sorry, my brain is really fried from yesterdays abuse.

Adios, David.

PS Actually, the Store Moderator would be wearing protective head gear.

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Neil_1 — Sat, 27 Jul 2013 10:23:28 GMT

Hi all, and dear Geoff, I'm not meaning to hi-jack your thread, but just wish to quickly make reply back to David.

Yes, it's been a while that I've been away; I've hovered (or lurked) for sometime but the whole board is really full on nowadays and it's hard to keep up with it. Which is good and bad in a way ... good that people are able to come on and express their feelings; but bad cause there IS so many of us who are affected.

Yes, I'm still keeping fit and without my gym sessions, I honestly don't know how I'd cope. They are a great source of release. But I'm still on my 3 separate medications and life continues to be tense, stressful and difficult. Well, my mind tells me this and hence that's how it is. 😞

If I could make ONE suggestion to the good folk of beyond blue with regard to the website; yes, all the different headings are brilliant, but wouldn't it be grand, if there was ONE global thread. This thread would consist of all the most recent posts/threads. Sure you can go to the other headline ones if need be, but to see the most recent ones, they'd be all in the one topic. Just a thought.

Cheers

Neil

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cinta — Sat, 27 Jul 2013 13:42:07 GMT

Hi Geoff I completely empathise with you as I have had to send some beloved animals to another place - dogs give unconditional love I wish you wonderful memories of your loving companion peace be with you cinta

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geoff — Sat, 27 Jul 2013 16:30:34 GMT

dear David Charles, my friend, I had logged in and have just spent 35 min responding to this only to find that the system error appeared.

The second reply is never the same as the first, because I was talking about my experience this last week and beforehand, so I will try again later on, damn it. Geoff.

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geoff — Sat, 27 Jul 2013 18:38:06 GMT

dear David Charles, Chris, Neil, Giggles and Bman, I am not an IT expert so BB will correct the new photo, and I want to really thank you all for your loving responses.

This week has been an awful one for me, and although you try hard enough to keep them going, there comes a time when you have to say goodbye.

Tessie was a little dog who came with me everywhere I went, and anybody who said no animals inside the house, then I wouldn't see them any more, I would just ring them instead.

She hurt her back leg a few years ago, so it was difficult for her to jump onto my bed, so I made some steps so that she could walk up and down at her convenience.

I also laid some carpet on the steps to stop her from slipping off, and she had to be lifted up and down into the car, and would always sit on the back tray of my SUV, watching where ever I went.

I remember having an epileptic fit several years ago and she wouldn't let the ambulance people go anywhere near me, but she certainly wasn't an aggressive dog, and just adored children.

You can never replace her and all her little idiosyncrasies that we all love from our animals, and loved the vet, and she wasn't the only one.

I knew that she was getting sick so I got my son's Jack Russell, Mindy or Moo-Moo, and she too has her funny ways.

She lifts her front paw and I refer this to F-Troop, as it reminds me when sergeant O'Rourke and corporal Agarn and their tribe salute or given the command 'attention' to when Captain Parmenter speaks to the clumsy group of soldiers.

All animal owner's know this feeling of losing their beloved friend, and in this case this is where friend truly stands, because they never ever leave you, no matter what happens.

If anybody is facing this same situation, and there was someone but I'm sorry I can't remember your name, but in true form David Charles will know or research back to whom it was, but it's such a dreadful time in our life, especially when Tessie was the only one living with me, and though not knowing what was happening to me.

My deepest thoughts are with you, and I want to extend my love for you to be able to cope, and this applies to any guys as well, even though I am heterosexual, but this loss is not about any sexual connotations, it's about the pet that we love so much. Geoff.

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The_Real_David_Charles — Sun, 28 Jul 2013 00:57:00 GMT

Dear Neil,

One ring rules all ? Mmm. Sounds familiar.

Geoff always said to me "remember that Shwarzeneggar guy and what he said - I'll be back". Like the new photo even though it's sideways. But then, isn't life ?

Adios, David.

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The_Real_David_Charles — Sun, 28 Jul 2013 08:57:41 GMT

Dear Geoff,

Good to have you back. A Jack Russell called Moo-Moo ? I have a Jack Russell friend locally who called their Jack Rusell..............er, Jack. I'd say Moo-Moo is better.

The way you described putting the carpet on the steps so Tessie wouldn't fall off was wonderful.

Adios, David.

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geoff — Sun, 28 Jul 2013 15:27:40 GMT

dear Cinta, thank you so much.

Tessie was the love of my life, and everybody I know are devastated for my loss. L Geoff. x

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geoff — Sun, 28 Jul 2013 15:29:10 GMT

dear Neil, your not at all, it's great to have you back with us. Geoff.

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giggles — Fri, 02 Aug 2013 00:48:46 GMT

HI Geoff

I enjoyed reading about your love and care of Tessie and all the thoughtful things you did for her it was so cute.Thank you for that it brought a warmth to me today.

My dog is called Jack he is a Jackrussel crossed with a mini fox I bet David will have a comment about that (relating to his post about Jack) Its funny how names come to us like the children we have while it is obvious with the jackrussel thing it so suits his personality hey.

He loves to sit next to me on my armchair and sometimes I do not even realize he got up which is funny because he is bigger than a JR more medium sized.

I know better than to mention ball around him he will get it and roll it at me waiting for me to throw it.Hilarious when my daughters dog a collie sits on me as well though with my Jack.My kids call me Nana when they came with her with comments 'Come to Nana' cheeky buggers.

All good though I am about to become a real one anyway so giggle Nana will do,

Yes it is true Geoff we never forget I have this with my last dog and all the pussy's I have had over the years I am down to just one now though and am not planning to expand that anytime soon.Except perhaps fostering with the RSPSA.

All the best Geoff so pleased you are back to continue posting.

Giggles

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The_Real_David_Charles — Fri, 02 Aug 2013 10:03:29 GMT

Dear Geoff,

I am in the wrong area but it's Friday night so anything goes. Just wanted to express wonder at your recent post in christacat. Saying comprehensive stuff in an easy way. Very masterful.

Now go walk Moo Moo, dog of the year.

Adios, David.

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geoff — Fri, 02 Aug 2013 15:40:11 GMT

dear Giggles, lovely thanks.

I used to give Tessie a squash ball and when it broke in half it looked like a mouth guard.

I have bought Moo-Moo a small bed, but she wouldn't sleep in it so I put it on a coffee table and was going to return it for something else, but guess what now she is sleeping on it on the coffee table.

I still believe that I need lots of little Jack Russells to replace my Tessie, but as time passes my love for F-Troop will grow stronger. L Geoff. x