On behalf of myself, Bill and Otto, we mourn the loss of a good friend. Nikki was making such good progress at taming the puppy in Otto and we were all appreciative. You know that I'm a six-time dachshund person and I share your feelings about how special a relationship with a dog can be. It's hard to truly know another human. You're lucky if you half-know yourself. But your dog, their heart is wide open to you. So, sorry for your family's loss and Nikki RIP. (And if you want to look on the bright side, at least Nikki didn't have to live through the inauguration.) XO
Now, I'm crying!! I wish that I had known Nikki. I think that we would have been friends. After taking care of Chester for a spell, I reached my quota of Petracca family, crazy canines. BTW, your daughter is AMAZING! Sending healing love to y'all.
Lovely tribute. Yes, dogs are sentient souls who provide unconditional love and dedication. Been there, and it's tough. Here's another musical tribute from Kathleen Edwards. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XbnvSSZOEk4
You have always had a gift for finding great dogs. Nikki carried on a grand tradition. I wish I had met her, but sadly she was afraid to fly cross-country.
On behalf of myself, Bill and Otto, we mourn the loss of a good friend. Nikki was making such good progress at taming the puppy in Otto and we were all appreciative. You know that I'm a six-time dachshund person and I share your feelings about how special a relationship with a dog can be. It's hard to truly know another human. You're lucky if you half-know yourself. But your dog, their heart is wide open to you. So, sorry for your family's loss and Nikki RIP. (And if you want to look on the bright side, at least Nikki didn't have to live through the inauguration.) XO
Nikki was fond of Otto; but a tad jealous of the amount of attention he got on his visits with us! Thanks for sharing, Janet.
We had a dog with similar behaviours around food. A collie, also very anxious and very loving. As you say, a dog is never just a dog.
Sorry for your loss, Dusty.
Now, I'm crying!! I wish that I had known Nikki. I think that we would have been friends. After taking care of Chester for a spell, I reached my quota of Petracca family, crazy canines. BTW, your daughter is AMAZING! Sending healing love to y'all.
Beautiful post. I’m weepy. And I love your daughter’s piece!💙
Thanks, Maggie.
Lovely tribute. Yes, dogs are sentient souls who provide unconditional love and dedication. Been there, and it's tough. Here's another musical tribute from Kathleen Edwards. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XbnvSSZOEk4
Excellent song. Now on my playlist! Thanks for sharing, Michael.
You have always had a gift for finding great dogs. Nikki carried on a grand tradition. I wish I had met her, but sadly she was afraid to fly cross-country.
Ha! Too bad for Miss Nikki!
Nice, heat-warming piece Mark.
Thank you, Steve.