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Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 7:45 am**

DAMMIT, my Australian Shepherd, Oreo, was hit and killed this morning, apparently by a truck. That dog went EVERYWHERE with me and spent many, many days in the corner of my office at work because he was lonely. If any of you have had a pet that you love, you know how damned brutal it is to lose them. Sorry, just venting, I feel like I was hit in the stomach.

Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 7:46 am**

OMG...I am so sorry!!!! :cry:

Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 7:46 am**

Nothing anyone can say will make you feel better - but I am sending you a hug.
Hope it helps a tiny bit.

Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 7:49 am**

sorry to hear that man. I used to have 2 of those Australian Shepherds and they are extremely smart dogs. They loved my daughters.

Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 7:50 am**

ScarabGator wrote:sorry to hear that man. I used to have 2 of those Australian Shepards and they are extremely smart dogs. They loved my daughters.

I had Oreo longer than I've had one of my girls!

Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 7:54 am**

It is never easy losing a member of your family....even a 4-legged member. Sorry for your loss!

Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 7:55 am**

Australian Shepherds, Blue Heelers, any type of cattle dog are the best dogs on the face of the earth. So sorry to hear about your Oreo.

Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 7:58 am**

Awwwww.

I'm so so sorry. :cry:

Hang in there, e.p. Hugs.

Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 8:02 am**

I'm so sorry to hear that, losing a dog is always difficult.

Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 8:03 am**

Sorry to hear about your loss EP.

Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 8:04 am**

Dang- sorry to hear that E. Sad.

Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 8:06 am**

So sorry to hear that

– it is definitely very hard to say goodbye to a loved pet. I lost one of mine last year – the other 3 are stuck like glue to me today because I’m off work. After reading your story I vow to not let them annoy me too much.

Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 8:11 am**

Many condolences bro. Very sad to hear. :cry:

Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 8:16 am**

I am so sorry for your loss Tony. Hugs from across Texas.

Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 8:22 am**

Make a collage with his photos to keep around for the kids and have someone do a painting of him from one the old photos. You can keep that in a special place where you like to kick back.

Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 8:28 am**

very sorry to hear and i can certainly relate to your loss.i'm 33 years old and have had only three dogs throughout my whole life and every dang one of 'em ended in tragedy.my first one was a decade old died when i was 14 when some pit bulls got a hold of him and i witnessed the last part of it.then the next one lived almost a decade and was hit by a car when i was 25 and now i have one thats eight years old but it stays strictly indoors.......

Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 8:31 am**

epresley wrote:DAMMIT, my Australian Shepherd, Oreo, was hit and killed this morning, apparently by a truck. That dog went EVERYWHERE with me and spent many, many days in the corner of my office at work because he was lonely. If any of you have had a pet that you love, you know how damned brutal it is to lose them. Sorry, just venting, I feel like I was hit in the stomach.

Awwwww epresley I am so very sorry to see this Sir.
You can hit me in the stomach if you like, might make ya feel better Fella.

Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 8:39 am**

dang tony... sorry to hear this .. terrible news man..

Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 8:50 am**

Sorry!!

That Really Sucks!!

Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 8:51 am**

Oh man my heart goes out to you. I know what this loss feels like all too well.

I am so sorry to hear this. My deepest sympathies.

Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 9:05 am**

i'm so sorry, brother.

Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 9:08 am**

So sorry for you loss! My thoughts are with you!

Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 9:08 am**

So sorry for your loss E. My dog is now fourteen and I cherish every precious second I spend with him.

Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 9:14 am**

Dear Tony,
I'm so sorry about your dog, that's so very sad. I"m glad you had
such a wonderful soul in your life though and I pray your pain lifts soon.
take care,
Liz

Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 9:25 am**

ScarabGator wrote:sorry to hear that man. I used to have 2 of those Australian Shepherds and they are extremely smart dogs.

Just not smart enough to look both ways.
Please everyone keep your animals fenced in, on a chain or on a leash. It's sad to see a collared pet in the road knowing someone just lost a family member.

Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 3:05 pm**

EP I am sorry about your beloved friend. Animals make our lives so complete. We will be here through your healing, and know that we understand how much you are going through. Seems most of us have had a special pet at one time or anouther that has lost their lives suddenly. I too wish to send a hug, via the thread, and want you to know we care. God be with you during this difficult time. ~Ginger

Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 6:02 pm**

Hey, E.P. -- my sincere condolences... Been there before, and it's like losing family...

Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 9:49 pm**

Hugs---

Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 10:22 pm**

RedWingFan wrote:
ScarabGator wrote:sorry to hear that man. I used to have 2 of those Australian Shepherds and they are extremely smart dogs.

Just not smart enough to look both ways.
Please everyone keep your animals fenced in, on a chain or on a leash. It's sad to see a collared pet in the road knowing someone just lost a family member.

My exact thoughts, but I couldn't bring myself to post it. But since you already have....

Why wasn't the animal fenced in or on a leash!!!!!!!!

Posted: **Wed Sep 03, 2008 10:34 pm**

SO sorry to hear that. That's how my dog died many years ago. My condolences. :cry:

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