My 7 Yrs old has cancer
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Rocky's-Mom
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How's Wanda and Kiddo today? We're hanging in there...I had one of those driving down the road sad moment and started crying just thinking about what you went thru...and how I will ever be able to do it...I am having one of those how can I survive days and nights...Rocky & Mom
Hope you have a better day to day Vicky...just remember its a roller coaster. Chancey goes in to have her off & on sensitive rear leg evaluated in a couple of days. I suspect a knee ligament problem-those kids of ours never let us rest ,do they? LOL.......Stay strong and remember we are always here for ya. Hugs from
Rocky's-Mom
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Thanks Laurie and Wanda for your constant support. I love boxers with all my heart and I can't imagine not having on in my life but from all I gather their lives are so short and so many health problems I am scared to even think about having another one...this is something that has just hit me the past few days. They are the most precious dog I have ever had but the pain of losing them is so intense but time will answer that question. Love isn't cheap...you have to pay the price...right??
Wanda I hope Chancey will get a good report...paws crossed and prayers and good vibes to both of you.....keep me informed....Rocky & Mom
No rest is right...I am worn out from picking Rocky up...My wrist and back are killing me..I am too old for this. Last night I am cooking chicken for Rocky and my husband had a sandwich...I'll cook for hubby later....
Wanda I hope Chancey will get a good report...paws crossed and prayers and good vibes to both of you.....keep me informed....Rocky & Mom
No rest is right...I am worn out from picking Rocky up...My wrist and back are killing me..I am too old for this. Last night I am cooking chicken for Rocky and my husband had a sandwich...I'll cook for hubby later....
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You're absolutely correct about the pain of losing them BUT without having one you don't get to experience that super special Boxer love either. I'm pretty sure,although I've never met you,you and your family will be owned by at least one other Boxer at some point. Hugs....kiss Rocky on the forehead for me
Rocky's-Mom
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Thanks girls...you are probably right. It amazed me at how some of these boxers are 3-4 yrs old and younger...makes me feel like I had a long time with Rocky. Maybe I have read toomany post on health issues instead of behavior, etc... But you are right I would have missed tons of love without my Rocky. I wake up several times a night and make sure he covered and kiss his nose. Last night he was breathing heavy and I was crying and he jumped up and sniffed at my face like what are you doing then he layed right beside me and I rubbed his back and he went peacefully to sleep...do I love my dog???? Maybe someday we can all raise a new baby and share good experiences......hugs to all....Rocky & Mom
But you are right I would have missed tons of love without my Rocky. I wake up several times a night and make sure he covered and kiss his nose. Last night he was breathing heavy and I was crying and he jumped up and sniffed at my face like what are you doing then he layed right beside me and I rubbed his back and he went peacefully to sleep...do I love my dog???? Maybe someday we can all raise a new baby and share good experiences......hugs to all....Rocky & Mom
You are a good Mom!!!
Gin&Dex
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Hey Vicky! I hope things are well for you and Rocky. I check on you guys every day, even though I don't always post.
You bring up a great point about getting another boxer some day. All I can say is don't make that decision yet!! After I lost Ginger, I went through some big time decisions about getting a friend for Dexter. I decided to wait, mainly because he was having so many issues with her passing, and he is older. I wasn't ready to deal with puppy issues and his issues (being older). I'm glad I didn't get another dog/puppy because Dexter is sooooooo happy being with just me. He is so happy when I come home from work, and I'm glad I can focus all my attention on just him.
But I went through the same thoughts, about the possibility of losing one at a young age. I still battle with those thoughts, about getting another one after Dexter leaves. But I decided not to think about it anymore. After all, I'm very lucky that I still have Dexter, and I'll deal with those thoughts again, when the time comes.
I know I will have another boxer one day. I know I will. I've never been around another breed that just matches me so well. And I have so much fun with them. But I agree with Laurie, time will tell, when the time is right.
I still have my Dexter to love and give my heart to. He'll be 12 years old in May!!! I can't believe it, I've been so lucky! But I have to tell you, I get a little scared everyday on my way home from work.... I wonder if he'll be there to greet me, so I make sure I give him and great goodbye and a hug in the morning when I leave for work. Even though he really doesn't have any health issues, I still get scared. I know we don't have much time left (even though I hope we have a few more years!!). So I treasure every moment and love him everyday!
Your heart will tell you when or if the time is right for another boxer. Just as mine will. I think you'll have another one too. Aren't they just the best?!?
Hugs to you, Vicky and to our Moose! We love ya!
You bring up a great point about getting another boxer some day. All I can say is don't make that decision yet!! After I lost Ginger, I went through some big time decisions about getting a friend for Dexter. I decided to wait, mainly because he was having so many issues with her passing, and he is older. I wasn't ready to deal with puppy issues and his issues (being older). I'm glad I didn't get another dog/puppy because Dexter is sooooooo happy being with just me. He is so happy when I come home from work, and I'm glad I can focus all my attention on just him.
But I went through the same thoughts, about the possibility of losing one at a young age. I still battle with those thoughts, about getting another one after Dexter leaves. But I decided not to think about it anymore. After all, I'm very lucky that I still have Dexter, and I'll deal with those thoughts again, when the time comes.
I know I will have another boxer one day. I know I will. I've never been around another breed that just matches me so well. And I have so much fun with them. But I agree with Laurie, time will tell, when the time is right.
I still have my Dexter to love and give my heart to. He'll be 12 years old in May!!! I can't believe it, I've been so lucky! But I have to tell you, I get a little scared everyday on my way home from work.... I wonder if he'll be there to greet me, so I make sure I give him and great goodbye and a hug in the morning when I leave for work. Even though he really doesn't have any health issues, I still get scared. I know we don't have much time left (even though I hope we have a few more years!!). So I treasure every moment and love him everyday!
Your heart will tell you when or if the time is right for another boxer. Just as mine will. I think you'll have another one too. Aren't they just the best?!?
Hugs to you, Vicky and to our Moose! We love ya!
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