Wednesday, April 2, 2014

A Dog's Life...

Today's post is a look back at the life of a wonderfully special family pet, our beautiful Golden Retriever, Casey. Sadly, she left us a couple of weeks ago, but as I looked through all of my photos of her, I just had to share a few (okay, more than a few...but you can stop looking any time).

Casey was an adorable puppy who loved to play hard, get dirty, and thankfully swim (which cleaned her up nicely).



She was a wonderfully gentle, loving soul and great companion to all her friends, two legged and four legged!

Her favourite place was at our cottage, where she conveniently forgot how to drink from a bowl in favour of walking chest deep into the lake for her drinks, and a bit of a swim!  She loved boat rides and snoozing on the dock or the deck!

And she'd even car sit when my friend Heather came up to the cottage!


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  1. Kit LangApril 2, 2014 at 12:44 AM

    I loved her too. I know you'll miss her. She was a wonderful dog. *hugs*

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    1. Linda KittmerApril 2, 2014 at 10:51 AM

      Thanks Kit. We've got so many wonderful memories of her to ease the pain of her loss.

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  2. handstitch knoxfieldApril 2, 2014 at 4:43 AM

    Sorry for your loss and Casey was truly a valued member of your family and I enjoyed your posting with her around.......

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  3. Kitchener QuilterApril 2, 2014 at 5:57 AM

    Awwww. So sorry to hear about your Casey. These pets make such a big difference in our lives, don't they? It's wonderful you've posted photos of his whole life as a tribute.

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    1. Linda KittmerApril 2, 2014 at 10:53 AM

      Thanks. They really are such wonderful family members. BTW, I grew up in Kitchener!

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  4. Jackie PNApril 2, 2014 at 6:16 AM

    Oh Linda, I am so sorry for your loss...I know how much it hurts, I had my Golden- Mr. Emmitt for the same amount of time...
    I am so glad you shared Casey's photos- such a wonderful dog, family member and lover..I can tell. There is nothing sweeter than the joy they bring into our lives and such a loss when they leave. You and your family are in my thoughts and perhaps, Casey and Emmitt have met and are swimming together ") Hugs to you

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    1. Linda KittmerApril 2, 2014 at 10:56 AM

      Thanks Jackie. I'm sure our 'fur kids' are always with us in all of the wonderful memories we carry.

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  5. JeanApril 2, 2014 at 7:41 AM

    I am so sorry for your loss. What a beautiful dog. Our Golden is 13 1/2 and cannot imagine him not being here.

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    1. Linda KittmerApril 2, 2014 at 10:57 AM

      Thanks Jean. We're so lucky to have these wonderful creatures share our lives!

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  6. jakie36April 2, 2014 at 7:42 AM

    Loved your tribute photos of Casey. She looked so happy and had a wonderful life! ❤️

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  7. UnknownApril 2, 2014 at 7:57 AM

    A wonderful dog Linda. I'll miss Casey's gentle nature. It's been 2 years since my girl passed and I still have trouble talking about it. My heart bleeds for you. Hugs my dear friend.

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    1. Linda KittmerApril 2, 2014 at 10:59 AM

      Thanks Leah. Thank goodness for all the wonderful memories we have. I know there will always be furry hole in my heart.

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  8. CandyApril 2, 2014 at 8:45 AM

    Aren't they wonderful companions? I read somewhere that they live shorter lives because they already know how to love unconditionally when they are born. Thank you for the tribute and the wonderful pics. Candy

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  9. FibreartistApril 2, 2014 at 8:48 AM

    Wonderful tribute to Casey. I'll miss her too. She was such a sweet dog.

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    1. Linda KittmerApril 2, 2014 at 11:00 AM

      Thank you Donna. Thank goodness she had such a wonderful, long life!

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  10. Stamping With BibianaApril 2, 2014 at 10:04 AM

    You got me crying.... I am soooo sorry...
    bibiana

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    1. Linda KittmerApril 2, 2014 at 11:02 AM

      Thanks Bibiana. I'm sure this brings up memories of loss for all of us who have loved animals in our lives.

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  11. Bonnie DApril 2, 2014 at 10:13 AM

    Sorry to hear of the loss of your pet. Loved the pics you had of her

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  12. UnknownApril 2, 2014 at 2:05 PM

    So sorry ,losing a pet is like losing a child, so painfull .

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  13. CCApril 2, 2014 at 4:56 PM

    Aw, Linda! So sorry for your loss! But you're right, you got to have her in your life! In that, you were blessed! Lovely tribute! ♥

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  14. RobinApril 2, 2014 at 6:07 PM

    I am so sorry for your loss. Our family has lost its share of lovely doggy companions, and I know each time the hole in our hearts gets bigger. They all live on in our memories, though. Blessings to you and your family.

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  15. RobbieApril 2, 2014 at 9:10 PM

    My heart goes out to you and your family...you can see the sweetest in her eyes...and it's wonderful you have so many great memories of this angel!!!

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  16. Teresa RApril 2, 2014 at 11:14 PM

    Sorry to hear about your loss! Dime must be missing her as much as you are. I had a retriever/shepherd mix I lost several years ago. They have such great personalities and are wonderful parents to all whom they share their lives with

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    1. Linda KittmerApril 3, 2014 at 8:06 PM

      Thanks Teresa. Yes, Dime misses her too. He's lost his playmate and cuddle buddy!

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  17. Anne Marie - TorontoApril 5, 2014 at 8:23 AM

    A beautiful tribute for a good friend!

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    1. Linda KittmerApril 7, 2014 at 7:38 AM

      Thanks Anne Marie. She's sure missed around here!

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  18. Terri StegmillerApril 7, 2014 at 5:03 PM

    I'm so sorry to hear you've lost a furry loved one. She definitely was beautiful.

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  19. KathrynApril 9, 2014 at 10:05 AM

    It looks like Casey was a beautiful friend. I am sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing such loving pictures.

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    1. Linda KittmerApril 9, 2014 at 9:41 PM

      Thank you Kathryn. She certainly was a wonderful dog!

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