OT -- Lost my best friend Today

[Rich Klein]

118249

Heidi was going to be 12 on Holloween and truly was my best friend.

Rich

[HRBAKER]

Sorry Rich, saying goodbye to a friend like that is really tough.

[leftygrove10]

I am sorry for your loss.

[Sean]

Rich, I'm really sorry for your loss. :(

[ullmandds]

Sorry to hear, rich...she was a cutie!

[Cardboard Junkie]

I am sorry for your loss. Dave.

[scooter729]

Sorry for the loss - I can't imagine how hard it must be.

Scott and Murphy (my best bud)

[Leon]

Sorry for your loss Rich. I met her a few times. She was a good doggie....

[autograf]

Sorry to hear that Rich.....I have a 11 year old, 13 lb miniature schnauzer sitting right next to me here that could be her twin.......sending positive thoughts your way.....

[Bicem]

Sorry Rich, that really sucks.

[bnorth]

Sorry to hear about your dog. I had to put my 13yr old Rottweiler down last Friday because of bone cancer. I cried like a little kid.

[thetruthisoutthere]

Rich, I am very sorry for your loss.

I, too, am an animal lover.

Six months ago one of our cats (Matty) had a heart attack overnight. He hung in there until I could get him to the vet and then he passed in my arms. It was heart-breaking. It always is....

Be well.

[rainier2004]

That sucks Rich, losing an animal that defines "unconditional love" is a tough thing...

[h2oya311]

I grew up with Miniature Schnauzers...they are so loyal and loving...GREAT lap dogs. I was devastated when my Schnauzer "ran away" when I was 12. Be happy that you and your pet were able to stay together for so long. Tough loss, but try to look at the positive!

[the 'stache]

I'm so sorry, Rich. I've had dogs my entire life, and there's nothing harder than having to say goodbye. May God comfort you in this very difficult time.

[bbcard1]

sorry for your loss, Rich. I have a redbone and he and I have become fast friends over the past few years. He's starting to slow down a little, but still jumps the fence to chase the deer from time to time. It's amazing how much you grow to love them. All my best to you.

[ethicsprof]

I'm so sorry for your loss.
I have had a dog by my side throughout my life and I know how much it hurts when one passes.
My heartfelt sympathy,

Barry

[GrayGhost]

I felt that way when I lost my cats over the years. Animals are often better than humans, and I bet that Dog got the love she wanted, and gave you so much too. RIP

[Ease]

RIP Heidi. My condolences Rich.

[MVSNYC]

Sorry to hear, Rich. Be well.

[teetwoohsix]

Sorry for your loss Rich. We just lost (one of) our two 20(est.) year old cats and it was like losing a family member. The other one isn't far behind either. My condolences-

Sincerely, Clayton

[mark evans]

Sorry, Rich. I lost my dog some years ago. It wasn't easy but time comes close to healing.

[kmac32]

Sorry for your loss Rich. I had an up day as a veterinarian as it was my first day back to work after my spinal stroke 3 years ago. I still have it in me. Life is good in my part of the veterinary world but I am truly sorry for your loss.

Kmac

[Mark]

Sorry to hear about your dog. I've been through this a few times, and it's always been very tough. A dog's life is short. I'm pretty sure that you made it a good life.

And KMAC, glad to hear that you're back at it.

[Ghumbs]

Sorry for your loss, Rich.

[Butch7999]

Sincere sympathies, Rich. Been there ourselves and it hurts like hell. Keep all the good memories of her close to your heart.

[Rickyy]

118249

Heidi was going to be 12 on Holloween and truly was my best friend.

Rich

Wow sorry to hear that Rich... my condolences to you and the family...what a cutie she was.

Ricky Y

[tjb1952tjb]

Truly "man's best friend". Sorry to hear about your loss..............

[Tom S.]

Rich,

I also want to say that I'm sorry to hear about your Heidi's passing.

[barrysloate]

So sorry Rich. I know the pain of losing a pet, been through it several times. Stay strong!

[EvilKing00]

sorry rich my condolences to you

[toledo_mudhen]

Very Sorry Rich - Also been thru it many times. Each time I've always said "not gonna go thru that again" but somehow I always manage to pick up another (or 2 or 3).

Super hard thing but it will pass and you will find another best buddy.....

[slipk1068]

Brought tears to my eyes she was such a cutie so sorry for your loss

[WhenItWasAHobby]

My condolences Rich. We lost a lab puppy to distemper over the summer and that was a hard loss for us. Having a dog for that long and losing it must be that much more difficult.

[Gradedcardman]

Rich,

When you see the picture for my username you see the best friend I have had. Sam was a great loyal and loving dog. He was there through many difficult times. I lost him in Feb 2012 and have yet to bring a new dog in to my home. I plan too in the coming months but it has been tough.

Dogs are so much nicer than humans...my favorite saying is:

I strive to be the person my dog thinks I am !!!

[LKeeler]

Sorry about your loss. I have raised and trained Border Collies my whole life and a dog is truly mans' best friend. My dogs have gotten me through some tough times and I am sure that that was the case with your's as well.

[Ladder7]

Adorable. We've had four. I feel your pain Rich.

[RobertGT]

Heidi was a Beautiful Dog. So sorry for your loss. Hang in there, Rich.

I have a little Bichon at home who periodically will go crazy and spin out on the cards I have left all over my office floor.

[Hot Springs Bathers]

Sorry Rich, never easy my friend

[GKreindler]

My heart goes out to you, Rich. They're very few things that are worse than losing a dog-friend. I'm sure you gave Heidi a great life.

Graig

[Exhibitman]

So sorry for your loss, Rich.

[tcdyess]

Have been there as well, very sad time.. they truly become parts of the family....

T

[mart8081]

Thats really sad - my deepest sympathies.

My childhood dog passed away when I was at university. It took my dad 10 days to tell me he was so upset. They truly do become part of the family.

Martin

[bigfanNY]

Rich: So Sorry for your loss, My best friend a little black Cocker Spaniel passed August 29th and it dose get better slowly over time. Jonathan

[jbbama]

its really hard, sorry for your loss.........been there before, i am actually having a hard time typing this. Hang in there.

[greenmonster66]

Rich, very sorry for you loss of your best friend! My best friend (besides my wife) is only 2 and I cant ever image loosing him!

[jbsports33]

Very sorry to hear the news, we lost our family dog of 13 years this month - I understand it can be hard.

Jimmy

[cyseymour]

Heidi was adorable. RIP Heidi. My condolences.

[KCRfan1]

Rich, I am so sorry for your loss. RIP Heidi.....

[t206blogcom]

That's tough, I'm very sorry for your loss.

[mrvster]

was very sad to read.....my deepest sympathy and I can't express how sad I feel for your loss, you and your family ....God Bless:)

[nameless]

sorry dude. I have five service dogs myself and they mean the world to me. I wish you well during this grieving period.

[clamendo]

Sorry, Rich. I think loosing my 13 year old dog was one of the worst experiences of my life. We went out and got two rescue dogs, so in affect my dog saved two others.

[Eric72]

Rich,

Sorry to hear of your loss. May you meet Heidi again at the Rainbow Bridge.

https://rainbowsbridge.com/poem.htm

Sincerely,

Eric

[BBSD]

Bummer, been there myself a few times. Best thing to do is re up w/ another pooch!

[Rich Klein]

Really appreciate the kind words ---- I have a slightly different type of rainbow for Ms. Heidi

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xdK5aV9jiDQ

And an editor who was nice enough to let me write a little tribute piece. (Sports Collectors Daily is a proud advertiser on Net 54)

http://www.sportscollectorsdaily.com/richs-ramblings-respect-for-baseball-cards-reflecting-our-time/

Oh, and at the bottom *shameless plug* you will see a reference to a column I write about "unknown" or not fully catalogued hobby cards -- please feel free to email me and perhaps we'll feature yours one day. These can be old or new -- we have even covered the N245 Actors and Actresses set.

Rich

[YogiBerraFan]

Very sorry for your loss. I lost mine 2 months ago. It is a very tough time for anyone.

[auggiedoggy]

Sorry to hear that Rich and I know how you feel. On October 31st, 2010 we had to have Shadow, our Norwegian Elkhound, put down due to a rapid decline in his health. Still miss him and think about him every day.

[xcgrammer]

Very sorry to hear this. I showed this to my girlfriend and she cried for a few minutes she loves dogs so much.

[horzverti]

I'm sorry to hear the very bad news Rich. I am sure you spoiled her well and I'm sure she appreciated it even more than you know. Hang in there friend.