Michelleva Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 About 5 years ago we adopted a little cavalier by the name of Jake. I found him advertised free to a good home, he was no longer wanted. When he arrived he was such a sad boy, he was filthy and covered in fleas. This poor little dog had spent his entire life locked in the backyard. He wasn't allowed inside. The night he came home I can vividly remember putting him straight in the laundry trough for a scrub. He groaned in absolute pleasure. From that moment, he became an inside dog and a much loved family member. He was happy here, but he was also scared of my young son who was a very active full on boy, and still is. We had a holiday booked and my parents offered to babysit him. My step Dad is not a well man and as a result doesn't work, in those 3 weeks they found each other, from then on they were inseperable. They spent 24 hours a day together. Jake gave my Dad a reason to get out of bed, a reason to get off the couch, a reason to live. At the time I felt incredibly guilty, I felt like I'd let Jake down again, but Jake was the happiest he'd ever been. Jake has been a part of our family for half his life, today he left us surrounded by love. He was old and sick and just couldn't go on anymore. So my parents gave him the ultimate gift and released him from his pain and suffering. I know we are all heart-broken tonight but Jakey boy is at peace. I'm proud to have played a part in helping you find the happiness you always deserved Jakey Boy. You may have left this earth, but you'll live on in our hearts forever. RIP Jake - 4/5/00 - 30/8/11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ams Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 Run free over the rainbow bridge Jake. It sounds like the second half of your life you were truly loved and gave all you got in return. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BC Love Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 What a beautiful little man - RIP Jake Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pretty Miss Emma Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 RIP Jake. Go find Miss Emma at the bridge, you'll like her she was a rescue like you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HazyWal Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 How wonderful that Jake was the happiest he'd ever been with your family.Run free beautiful boy. to you Michelleva. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suziwong66 Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 oh what a lovely tribute. Vale Jake Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 How lucky a family, and how special a dog . Run free and smiling, Jake .. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Her Majesty Dogmad Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 Bless you all for finding Jake and giving him a wonderful 5 years. RIP Jake ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelleva Posted August 30, 2011 Author Share Posted August 30, 2011 Thank you all for your understanding and just getting it. Its hard when you lose a family member, regardless of whether they are wearing a fur coat or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hafhafa Hounds Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 (edited) Thank you all for your understanding and just getting it. Its hard when you lose a family member, regardless of whether they are wearing a fur coat or not. It is hard. Just been there 4 weeks ago. to you. Sonia xx edit for sp Edited August 30, 2011 by Hafhafa Hounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harley Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 What a lucky boy to have found your family, may he rest in peace Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
k9angel Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 Hugs to you and your family at this sad time. R.I.P. Jake Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
W Sibs Posted August 31, 2011 Share Posted August 31, 2011 RIP Jake for you and your family Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katie P Posted September 1, 2011 Share Posted September 1, 2011 RIP Jake He sounded like a wonderful dog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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