Almost three years, my found my best friend.
He was born with a lazy eye and most likely
would have never been selected from the litter.
But to me, he was special. We bonded immediately.
My buddy was at my side almost constantly from
that day on. He was my companion, my buddy.
When I learned that he was likely born with
serious kidney problems and my vet tried what
he could but finally admitted there was little
else to do – I was heartbroken.
To make the decision to separate us was the
most difficult decision of my life. I wanted
to save him, to keep him with me and protect
him. But I couldn’t.
On the last day (yesterday) I went to see him
at the vet’s office. We spent some time together
in private saying goodbye and then I went with
him to the end. I held him as he was put to sleep.
My heart was broken. I said I was so sorry and
told him how much I loved him as he passed away.
My buddy was Chipper. He was almost three and
should have lived a much longer life. But fate
took us apart.
I took Chipper home and buried him in my back
yard. He was home -where he belongs. He will
be there forever.
Chipper, I love you buddy. I miss you and
will always have you in my heart. Goodbye
my Chips, my boo, my buddy.
Daddy loves you.
| Chipper |
| 18, Feb 2009 |
| Tom Leonard |