Yesterday we had a tough decision to make. Our dog Riley slipped in the kitchen Sunday night and was unable to get back up on his own. We helped make him comfortable for the night and Eric took him to the vet first thing Monday morning. After some tests and x-rays it showed that he dislocated his back hip and that he had the beginning signs of arthritis. The procedure to fix his hip would be simple but with his weakening bones it would most likely happen again soon. With Eric standing by we sent him into a peaceful sleep. You never want to see a loved one suffer, but none the less, it is still a difficult decision to say goodbye. He had 12 plus good years with us and we knew the time was getting closer but it all seemed to happen so fast.
Riley was a Daigle before I was. He was part of the reason why we decided on our condo. in Glastonbury, there was a walking path for him right out the back door. He was so gentle and kind with the kids. He was my companion and protector all those nights when Eric was traveling. He was my first dog. He will be missed.
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Glad we got to see him one last time. We will miss him. Thinking about you all...
We are thinking of all of you. He was a good boy, faithful companion, and loved by all of us. He was given a wonderful life. We will miss him very much too. Love to you all.
Thinking of you guys.. I can only imagine what it's like, but I'm glad Riley is not in pain anymore. He was a great dog. Lots of love to the 4 of you!!
He was an amazing dog. The picture shows Alexander reading a story to Riley. There were many a nights like this. Part of Alexander's routine was to read him a "goodnight story" They were best friends, and we miss him tremendously!!!
Oh! I missed my dog named Bruce Lee, he lived with us for almost 15 years then, he died of old age..
SO I decided to check out your blog today, it's been so long...and found myself crying at this post. I will always remember Riley. He was a Daigle before I was too. I can remember the first day that Eric brought him home from the pound. He was such a wonderful dog. I love this picture you put on here. I have been thinking of him and all of you so much. I know we will all miss him. love you!
I don't know you or the dog personally but one thing I know for sure is I cried while reading this. I once had my cat put down, she'd been in my family for my whole life, she lived up to 17 years. She was getting very old, and was in pain, so my parents took her to the vet one day and put her to sleep. I cried for ages, I loved her so much... :(
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