new from europe (arthritis and vetoryl?) - Ian, Flynn and Enya have passed

thank you.
you all know what it is like to live without your beloved dog[s].
the house is so empty without them.
we all wish they could live as long as we do.
it is just like losing a child.
making the decision to let them go, the trip to the vet, the moment they die in your hands..........
it is heart breaking.
at least we do have pictures and memories.

6 years ago since i posted this. i will never forget how this cushing family helped me. 2 dogs with cushing's disease at the same time. i now have my powerdog midas who is 8 years old now and healthy. i like that this forum is still active. and i see some familiar names from my time here.

Oh Iris, I always check the forum first thing when I get up each morning, and I can’t tell you how much it’s already brightened my day to see you here!! And especially to hear that Midas remains by your side :-))))).

Yep, we’re still here, and it’s heartwarming when family members return for a visit. The forum is much quieter now than in the old days. A lot of people have shifted to Facebook groups and other types of social media. Message boards like ours sadly seem to have fallen out of favor. I think it’s a shame, because I think we’re able to communicate more personally and in greater depth here. But it is what it is, and that’s what it makes it feel so special to chat with our friends once again.

Life has changed for me, too, since we last spoke. I lost my third beloved Lab a year ago Christmas. My husband and I talk about adding a new fur family member, but the time has not yet felt right. But without a doubt, my life is far emptier without a dog to share it with. So we shall see.

Anyway, it’s a joy to see you here. And we’d love it should you wish to tell us more about your life with Midas. Thanks so much for posting your note, and I send you my best wishes always!

Marianne

thank you marianne. indeed sad that people are more on social media than on a forum like this with a wealth of knowledge. life is indeed empty without a dog to love and walk with. midas is a certified sniffer dog, rescue dog, mantrailing etc.

3 new pictures added from midas@work.

Iris, how lovely to see you here along with your pix of Midas!! They are wonderful :-)))))))))))

Please give him a big hug and scritch from his Auntie Marianne, and carry on with all your adventures together — it’s a joy to have you both here!

thank you. this forum means a lot to me. it helped me so much during managing cushing's disease of ian and flynn. i kept in touch with patti [tipper] for a long time, but sadly i don't hear from her anymore. keep on the good work on this forum!

Iris, certainly wonderful to have you pop by and let us know how you are. Your Midas is a stunner - happy he is with you!
So many years have gone by and Marianne is right in her post. Please stay in touch.
Terry

thank you both. i will log in every now and then.
merry christmas and a happy and healthy 2025!