Dobler, our sensitive new age guy

We lost our Dobler on 5/10, four days before his 15th birthday. We were fortunate to share his wonderful life, and he gave us all much love and devotion. Even on his last morning he was 'smiling' and enjoying the sunshine.
People on this forum said he would let us know when it was time, and he did. He had been slowing down, falling occasionally, but never complained about arthritis-related pain. We never wanted him to suffer. Sunday he started going under the dining room table to nap, and we noticed he couldn't get out through the chairs. Then Monday night, he started to bark and cry when we left him to go to sleep (he couldn't get up the stairs anymore). He was bewildered and disoriented, and suffering in a way we couldn't bear. We stayed up with him all night, but knew that he was telling us it was time to go. After extensive conversations with the vet, we said goodbye Tuesday afternoon.
The house is so quiet. The wonderful greeting and "so glad you're home" tail wag is gone. We will miss his ability to drop a ball and then run away with it when a person got close to it, his gentleness, his ability to take everyone's paper napkin off their laps during meals, his acceptance of everyone, and everything, at anytime. He was a true companion dog.

 

So sorry I'm sure that was such a hard day and that the days since haven't really been any easier at all.

He sounds like such a wonderful boy. I can picture him nicking the paper napkins.

 

I am sorry to hear you lost your beloved friend He sounds like a really great boy who brought much love, fun and happiness to your lives. I hope in time you will remember all the happy times. My thoughts are with you. Sleep tight lovely boy. xxx

 

I am sorry for your loss.

 

He sounds like an absolute joy and a wonderful companion. I'm so sorry for your loss, after so many years it must be a huge hole in your lives and hearts. My thoughts are with you x

 

I'm very sorry you've had to say goodbye to your lovely boy.

 

What a lovely, lovely old boy. Would love to see more photos of him, he sounds like a sweet and gentle guy. It just breaks your heart when they go...thoughts are with you xx

 

My thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Your boy sounds like he was a lovely, happy chap. He has left you with many awsome memories to treasure and fills a special place in your heart. RIP gorgeous boy xxx

 

My sincere condolences , a sad loss .

 

Sending you big hugs at this sad time. Xx

 

Thank you all for your support and kind words...tried to post a photo but was unable to do so....Oh well. He was handsome inside and out.

 

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So sorry for your loss xx

 

So sorry to hear this x

 

Sorry to hear this sad news.
xx

 

I'm really sorry. It's awful when you have to say goodbye to your dear friend. One thing is sure; you will never forget him.

 

I am very sorry for your loss, it is a very sad time for you. The hole he has left will gradually fill with fond memories to make you smile again. xx

 

So sorry for your loss. They leave a huge hole.

 

So sorry to hear of the loss of your friend. Sending you Hugs x

 

I'm very sorry to read this,he sounds a wonderful dog that brought you much happiness.I know you will miss him dreadfully xxx