sparkysmum Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Last Wednesday, on the 5th Feb 2014, my lovely Sparky, The Most Loved Dog in the World, passed away. He was well over 17yrs (vet opinion 17yrs 11months) He was our first dog. He had been in and out of rescue - SSPCA and Dogs Trust) before he came to us. We agreed to foster him for a few weeks only but soon started finding reasons that his would be adopters were unsuitable and from then on I became Sparkysmum. He was the happiest dog in the universe!! With us he slimmed down from a " coffee table on legs" into my fit, healthy running partner who ran for joy every day we were out together. He only stopped running with us at the age of about 14/15yrs. He loved everyone and had so many doggy friends that he was a mini legend in the canine community. Even dogs who didnt get on with other dogs loved him such was his calm placid nature. When the children were little, he was in every story they wrote and every photo in the house has Sparky in it. I am struggling a bit without him but I know that "his time had come" We know that he had a fabulous life with us but in reality we were the lucky ones, we were lucky to have him. Here are a few photos of my lovely boy http://s304.photobucket.com/user/sparkysmum_2008/media/261212-1433_zps828dbca7.mp4.html video of Sparky at over 16yrs and still running for pleasure. Sparx and Ant 3/2/2014 On Dumyat Boxing Day 2013 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mollyripkim Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 I am so so sorry for your loss, you must devastated and I really feel for you. What lovely pictures and words, he sounds like a very special boy. Sparky was a very lucky to have such a lovely mum and life. They are so much a part of our life and identity and it's so hard to lose them, having been through it before I can empathise with how you must be feeling. I hope that in time you will be able to smile at his very special memories. Sending hugs and best wishes at this very sad time xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LolaLayla Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 So sorry Alli. Sending love and hugs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Oh no, Alli, I'm so so sorry . He was such a lovely wee chap and I know what a huge hole he'll leave in your family. He was a lucky dog having such a long life in such a lovely family xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 So sorry - he was a lucky dog when he came across your doorstep. It's so hard, even when you know it's the right time. You have some lovely pictures, and some happy memories. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplemaniacs Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 So sorry you have lost Sparky. What a lucky dog he was to find such a wonderful family to love and care for him. Chrissie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eggasperated Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 So sorry Sparky has gone, he must have had the most wonderful life with you, and you with him. I hope you can take comfort in your memories. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 Oh no, I am so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 Sorry to hear it. X Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grandmashazzie Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 So sorry to hear of your loss.His passing has left a huge gap in your life,the house must seem so empty.Try and think of the good times and how lucky you were to have found each other. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groovychook Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 I'm so sorry to hear about Sparky Sending you a big hug and lots of love xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluekarin Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 So sorry to hear of your sad news. I would take solace on the fact he appeared to have found his right home and family when he needed it and by the sounds of things you all had a wonderful time together. Sounds like he gave your kids, and you, some wonderful memories Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patricia W Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 So very sorry to hear about Sparky, but he will live on un your children's memories and yours. We had a rescue dog like Sparky when the children were young, and even now, in their 30's and 40's, they often speak of Ben with great affection. To them, he is the perfect dog against which all others have to be measured. I'm sure Sparky will be the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bramble Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 Sleep tight very special Sparky xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkysmum Posted February 13, 2014 Author Share Posted February 13, 2014 Thank you all for such kind messages. It is good to know that so many people understand just how hard this is. You are all soooo lovely. Bluekarin, you are so right He did come to us when he needed I think perhaps we needed him too Sparky was never, ever ill in all the years we had him. The end came when he had a vestibular attack out of the blue (balance goes, nausea and vomiting too and nystagmus) He was rushed to the vet hospital where we were given some hope that he might recover even slightly but by the following day he could only move his eyes and swallow. He was cremated privately and I hope to have his ashes in the next few days. I am trying to channel my energy into positive things and on Monday bought a ton of woodchips. Going to reclaim the garden and build a rose bed where Sparx used to dig his dens. The hens will be confined to their garden and have their ridiculously priced woodchips to scratch around in. I would like to think animals have a spirit and that he is still with us. Love to you all. Axx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Space Chick Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 I'm so incredibly sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Couperwife Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 Im so sorry. Sending hugs. Xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minnie&Moose Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 So sorry to hear about Sparky. He was obviously a very lovely and wonderful lad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheeky Chooky Posted February 14, 2014 Share Posted February 14, 2014 So sorry *hug* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lavenders_Blue Posted February 14, 2014 Share Posted February 14, 2014 I am so sorry to hear about Sparky. He couldn't have been any more loved or had a better life than he had with you. He was a very lucky dog to have such a loving family to call his own. Hugs to you all x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickencam Posted February 15, 2014 Share Posted February 15, 2014 So sorry, it is always hard to lose much loved pet, but when they have been with you for so long it hurts so much. We had a rescue cat for 17 years and her loss left a huge hole in our lives. Remember the happy times (((hugs))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvachicken Posted February 15, 2014 Share Posted February 15, 2014 So sorry xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkysmum Posted February 16, 2014 Author Share Posted February 16, 2014 Thank you all for your kind words I hope it doesn't sound overly sentimental but I picked up Sparky's ashes today and it feels like he's home. He's back with us. The hens have actually stayed in their run for a whole day, so maybe when it gets a little warmer I might just be able to make his rose border Axx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 Not sentimental at all . xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddie Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 Just caught up with this. So sorry to hear of your loss, part of your family has moved on to places new, and it's so hard. Thinking of you all. X Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
