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I know a number of Cruisemates know, Kramer, my yellow lab, furry alarm clock, the Six Million Dollar Dog and my friend. Tonight at 8:00 p.m. Kramer finished his journey. I'll miss him.
Take care,
Mike
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I am soooooo very very sorry, they truly are part of the family and I can tell you that I understand the pain you are feeling right now.
It was September 2008, we put our 12 and half year old Golden Retriever Comet down on the Monday and my Mom passed away on the Friday of the same week.......it was truly the worst week of my life.
I hope you and your family can find strength in the wonderful memories you and your Kramer shared together.
Oh, Mike, like so many others, I don't know what to say except to express my sorrow and sympathy for you. It's such a very painful thing to go through.
Mike, I am so sorry to hear about Kramer. He was so lucky to to have you and Betty to love him.
Laura
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They don't live long enough do they? been there many times & it doesn't get any easier, I must say I have often been more upset about a dog passing than some people. I don't know if that is wrong but that is how it was for me.
He looked a fine dog, how old was he?
Oh Mike, I'm so sorry to hear about Kramer, I know he was a great dog/member of the family... He sure went though plenty to make it as long as he has, may he rest in peace...
Mike, I'm so sorry to hear about Kramer. I've been in your shoes a couple of times and it is never easy. Hugs to you and I'll give my dogs a special hug today in memory of Kramer.
Mike & Betty, so very sorry to hear about your dear friend and companion Kramer. I have always enjoyed reading about him. We have our yellow lab Sampson and love him so much. Our kindest thoughts are with you on this very difficult time. John & Priscilla
Mike... I'm so sorry about Kramer what a beautiful boy he was. It's such a hard thing we their owner are force to make on their behalf. I know how much you will miss him.
{{{HUGS}}} to you and Betty and once again I’m so sorry for your loss.
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Mike, so sorry. I know that Kramer was family. He is now enjoying running after all the birds again.
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The lovely Mrs. Jones (Vita) and I can certainly feel your pain. We've been there, and done that too, and it's NEVER easy, even though you often know that your buddy is no longer in pain. Hang in there!
I echo everyones sentiments ,Mike .So sorry for your loss . We had a wonderful cat who was a member of our family for 19 years .Kramer was so fortunate to have two loving people to care for him.
Dear Mike and Betty, I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your sweet Kramer. He was a very lucky and blessed soul to have you and your family to love him and to have him love you back . I have no doubt that you'll be together again. I'll be thinking about you... .
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Sad to lose a pet after having one for years. We had a mixed dog, Beagle and Dachshund that was part of our family for 16 years. He's been gone now about 14 years. I swore I'd never have another pet.We still miss him.
But, as fate, God, or luck would have it, someone sat out a small kitten that found it's way to our house, starving, etc. We took it in and the next day my mother died. That little kitten was so much comfort to me through that hard time. She has been and still is my constant companion although I'm starting to worry about her as she's now 12 years old.She''s in good health so hopefully she will be around for a few more years.
I understand completely and can identify with what you're going through. It's tough I know---been there and done that. Best wishes.