Posted by Mark on May 24, 2009 in personal | 28 comments
Our dear Alaskan Malamute, Chinny, passed away unexpectedly this past Thursday, May 21, at just over 8 years old. There are simply not enough words to describe the immeasurable impact she had on our lives, the love we have for her, and the kind spirit she has. She left a wonderful impression on everyone she met.
I introduced her to all of you in this post a couple of years ago. We have so many memories and experiences she shared with us – good times, but still hurtful to think about right now…so many planned experiences with her that we feel robbed of. It is pure agony. We miss her more than I could ever express in words.
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I am very sorry Mark I know it must be very hard for you right now, we have a 14 year old Siberian Husky who is in ill health and doesn’t have much time left.
I know words don’t help much but I just wanted to let you know how sorry I am.
Mark, my deepest condolences to you and your family on the loss of Chinny. I know this must be devastating.
We’ve two dogs, both loved members of our family. I often wonder how we’ll cope when it’s their time. I don’t even like thinking about it.
Mark, I am really sorry about Chinny.
My heart goes out to you. Each time we lose one of our dogs, we lose a little piece of ourselves. And only because they gave us so much, can we survive such a huge loss. What a beautiful girl.
So sorry to hear this, Mark – I know how tough this is…
- Jack
Hi Mark, I am really sorry to read this post and for your loss. Growing up, I had dogs myself and I know how tough such a loss is. I wish you all my best.
Mark I, too, am sorry for you sudden loss. It’s hard enough letting go of these marvelous creatures when we have time to prepare for it…when it comes unexpectedly it seems almost insurmountable.
My prayers will be with you and your family as they move forward. My deepest (dog loving) condolences…
J.
Aww….I am so sorry for your loss. I am a huge dog lover, and know how hard it is to say goodbye to a furry family member. She was a beautiful creature. I hope your heavy heart will heal with wonderful memories.
O no, I’m so sorry to hear this Mark. I know just how painful losing a loyal dog can be, I’m so sorry for your loss.
hi mark, i am so sorry for you..my dog pased away two years back and i know exactly how it fells..
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So sorry to hear this. Thank you for sharing some her life with us.
Paul
I share in your loss. We lost our beloved cat Carmella on Memorial Day. I mourn. My eyes are filled with tears. I know what you are going through. They have such an impact on our lives that it is hard to imagine the future without them. Take care. My thoughts are with you.
This is most unfortunate to read. He’s such a cute dog. I hope you cherish the memories you had with him forever.
Our pets become so much a part of us. I am so very sorry for your loss. He was really beautiful.
My deepest sympathies. Your beloved mal looks remarkably like my beloved mal, Norman, who I lost to cancer several years ago. My heart dog. Sending you healing thoughts.
Mary Ann
Sorry to read about your loss – wishing you the best in a hard time.
Sorry about your loss Mark. Losing pets is tough since they are just like kids to many people myself included.
Sorry to hear this news Mark.
They come into a family, captures everyone’s heart, they love you just as much as you love them, and then they are gone much to soon.
But, … you will always feel Chinny by your side.
Always!
Michael
My deepest sympathies to you and your family. 2 of my 3 dogs are now over 14 and I’m seeing them slowly deteriorate in health. It’s a sad process. There will certainly be nothing that I can say to make the sorrow pass. I can only recommend remembering the best of times with Chinny as she’ll always live on in those happy memories.
I’m sorry for your loss. What a gorgeous pooch.
I am very sorry to hear this, Mark. I know how it can hurt when you lose a pet and friend. Very sorry. She was such a beauty.
I feel your pain, Mark. May she remain forever in your thoughts and memories.
Thank you for sharing the photos of this beautiful dog and your words that tell us the depth of your love for her. Sorry about your loss.
They come into our lives, we get to share a little bit with them, and they touch us in ways we are never prepared for. I’m so sorry.
Mark, what a wonderful friend and companion. Memories will always fill ones heart with love felt happiness from the lives we have touched and those that have touched ours.
Take Care.
My condolences. It’s been almost 10 years since I lost my Siberian Husky, Luk. They become such a part of our lives. I still refer to Luk to this day.
I’m so sorry that I’m late in reading this Mark.. but my thoughts are the same as if I’d read it on that fateful day. They never truly leave us and live on forever in our hearts, although they surely feel broken when they leave. My sincerest sympathies to you and yours
Mark,
I’m so sorry that I missed this post. This is just devasting!! In this case, I can truly say I know exactly how you feel having just lost my American Eskimo Dog suddenly in March. There are just no words to ease your pain, I know. Time is the only thing that can ease your suffering. It’s been since March 5 for me, and I still find myself in tears at times when as I’m drifting off to sleep.
I’m so sorry. I hope that time will allow you to remember the wonderful times you had with Chinny with much gratitude that she came your way.