…I’ve been MIA for the last two days dealing with a very sick Frances
Frances was our beloved dog for over 14 years. It was just a few days ago that I announced that she turned 15 and little did I know that 5 days later she would be gone. It is never easy to have to make the decision to put down an animal. We both knew that the time would come when we would probably have to make that decision. Apparently very few dogs die naturally.
My husband always said that Frances was his dog but we had a special bond of our own. When I came home from work she would always greet me at the door and even in retirement she would come to me for walks. She loved going to the cottage with me, when Kevin couldn’t and she quickly learned that I had a soft touch when it came to doling out treats. Kevin always gave her liver treats before he retired for the evening but as soon as he went upstairs she would start on me. She knew she could break me down if she was persistent enough and she was persistent.
A couple of weeks ago I ran into a neighbour who was out walking her second dog. Her first dog had passed away a couple of years ago. Frances and Pichou were puppy friends. She was amazed that Frances was still with us and she declared that Frances was the last of the six or seven puppies that hung around together in the summer of 2007.
Every time we have a dog, my husband firmly announces that there will be no more dogs when the present one goes but this time he started thinking about the next dog he wants to own. This time I’m the one that says no more dogs (for now anyway). I was hoping that travel would be in the cards for us and having a dog just complicates that. It will seem odd though not having a dog in the house. We’ve had dogs for the last 38 years. Who do you think will win this argument?
Mama Cormier 
What a lovely and loving tribute to your dear Frances. My condolences to you, your husband and family – to all who knew and loved Frances.
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Thank you Babs. She will be missed by many.
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You’re welcome. It’s never easy, please take it gently over the holidays.
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Sorry you lost your canine companion. They are such an integral part of the family. My guess is that you will welcome a new dog into your home at some point!
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Thank you Sandy. You’re probably right and if COVID continues to isolate us from the world it may be sooner than later.
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Many condolences on losing a member of your family. Frances had a good innings for a dog but I know that’s no comfort at the moment.
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Thank you Sheree. The outpouring of love has been wonderful and very helpful.
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Love will win. No matter what outcome. So sorry to hear about your loss. Our furry friends have a way of wrapping their paws around our hearts.
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They really do. Thank you for your kind words.
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I’m so sorry for your loss. What a wonderful dog!
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Thank you Rachel. She was a wonderful dog, even if she was a tad cranky at times.
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Love that first photo especially!!! I’m betting that you’ll have another dog within a year.
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She was still a puppy in that photo. Kevin did confess tonight that getting another dog is not in the cards. I’ll believe it when I see it.
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Always sad when one has to make a decision like that. Hugs
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Thanks Aletta. It never gets easier. I’ll take that hug.
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My commiserations, but I am afraid you have no chance in the argument
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Tonight my husband told me he was pulling my leg and that he really doesn’t want another dog. Hmmm! We’ll see.
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🙂
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I’m so sorry for you. I know losing an dearly loved 4 legged kid is hard. My heart goes out to you and your husband 😀
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Thank you Cee. I thought I was ready for the day, considering her age and all but I wasn’t. I miss her terribly. I keep expecting to see her every time I walk into the kitchen.
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The daily love Frances gave you and showed you and your family, I’m sure is dearly missed. I feel for you.
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Thanks.
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Ohhh!! Goodbye, Frances, what a wonderful life you had with your loving people. As for the argument – I know the winner already. 🙂
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Thank you Manja. I don’t mind getting another dog. I just hope it won’t be too soon.
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oh….so sorry…. 😢
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Thanks Marina. There were a rough couple of days.
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