Buddy

I was going to try and think of something witty but it somehow didn't seem appropriate. If you're not a "Doggy" person you may wish to move on. 

We travelled to Duff on Sunday morning with the "Golden Boy's" Ashes. As previously stated this Site has huge significance to me in many ways.  Having first visited in 1986 this means that all four of my GSD's have walked this place. Quite a thought!

We moved to the Coast in 2011. We'd just lost Rocky to a terrible nerve illness which meant he lost power in his hind quarters. He was a wonderfully spirited dog with great power, bravery and agility...

Louise joined us in 2006 and he took to her instantly.

Buddy was the new arrival and he spent a short time at North Duffield before settling down with us on the Coast. However, not before I'd introduced him to NDC...

We arrived around 10.30 and after finding our intended spot, we spread his ashes so he can remain with me on my subsequent visits. The past week has been tough, VERY tough and the grieving for one of our "Family" will continue for some time. He had a great life and spent more time with me than my three previous Shepherds, due to circumstances and time of Life. He loved the Beach...

...and the Sea...

...and was fabulous company for us both. Alas, he will be my last and a HUGE gap has now appeared in our lives. The silence is deafening!

Making "the decision" was VERY difficult but he wasn't enjoying himself anymore as his health deteriorated. He'd been lucky to reach such a grand age. The last Month or so was precious as I helped him more and more, he definitely mellowed...slightly! So, goodbye my Golden Boy...I will never forget you and you will remain in my Heart forever...with my other three...

He enjoyed the evening sunshine in his last days

Goodbye Sweetheart...