Darwin – 10/20/2001 – 3/29/2017

Our dogs truly are a part of our family!  Unfortunately, they just don’t ever live long enough to keep us on the right path.  Darwin was more than a dog, as he showed us the way of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi with his tricks and sense of humor, as well as his skills and rugged personality.

As he had started shaking uncontrollably and clearly didn’t recognize us anymore, my wife and I had to make a tough decision today.  We guided our heart dog, Darwin, to the rainbow bridge and allowed him to cross it for evergreen pastures and lots of play with his friends.

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What a dog!

Our hearts are broken and we are inconsolable at this time.  Our memories of Darwin will always stay with us.

Comments

29 responses to “Darwin – 10/20/2001 – 3/29/2017”

  1. roublesandhu Avatar

    As a dog lover myself,i can understand how you feel.
    Really sorry for your loss.
    He was so beautiful,it breaks my heart.

    1. jansenphoto Avatar

      Thank you very much!

  2. C.S. Young Jr. Avatar

    Sorry for your great loss, nice photo for remembrance.

    1. jansenphoto Avatar

      Thank you very much!

  3. Ing. Agr. María Cecilia Medina Gutierrez Avatar

    Somewhere in the future you may meet your beloved dog, as we all are going to pass away, the dog does not suffer anymore, because he is no more ill.

    1. jansenphoto Avatar

      Thank you kindly!

  4. Amy Avatar

    So sorry for your loss. That is wonderful photo of your beloved dog.
    I miss my two dogs too…

    1. jansenphoto Avatar

      Thank you very much

  5. The Showers of Blessing Avatar

    Your beloved Darwin looks so lovely in the photo. That will be in your remembrance. A dog is part of the family. Sorry for your loss, Frank!!

  6. Candace L Stauber Avatar

    I understand your loss, and although I have my new pup, Oberon, my heart still breaks from losing my Hunter. I truly am sorry for your loss.

  7. magarisa Avatar

    It’s clear how much Darwin meant to you. So sorry for your loss.

  8. whippetwisdom Avatar

    We are so sorry for your loss – his personality always oozed from the photographs you shared here and it must have been such a blessing to be able to share your life with him for so long. This blessing will always stay with you and I am sure you will meet again on the other side of the rainbow. Thinking of you and your family at this time. Run free sweet Darwin 🌈

    1. jansenphoto Avatar

      Thank you very much, Xenia; it’s always so difficult to release them, but I felt privileged to make this decision for Darwin to let him run free for eternity.

      1. whippetwisdom Avatar

        I can totally understand Frank, we have had to make this decision ten times already (we sometimes adopted older rescue animals) and it does not get any easier. At the same time, we have always been so grateful that we can do this for them, our last act of love and kindness to set them free. He is free from pain now and his love for you all will always live on.

  9. Miriam Avatar

    Oh, I’m so very sorry to hear of your loss Frank. Darwin was such a cutie and obviously a much loved family member. I’m feeling for you right now. 💕

    1. jansenphoto Avatar

      Thank you very much, Miriam. It’s difficult to lose him, but his memories will always live within our hearts.

      1. Miriam Avatar

        Of course they will … cherish them Frank. They’ll get you through.

  10. Read Between the Lyme Avatar

    It’s so difficult to say goodbye. Hopefully, happy memories of your wonderful companion will bring you joy to overcome the sadness.

    1. jansenphoto Avatar

      Thank you very much for your kindness.

  11. Southern by Design Avatar

    I’m so very sorry Frank for this loss. I know how dear my fur babies have been over the years! It is never easy to lose one. xx

    1. jansenphoto Avatar

      Thank you very much, Mac. I really appreciate it!

      1. Southern by Design Avatar

        Of course! xo

  12. Khürt Williams Avatar

    Losing an animal that has become a part of your family can be heartbreaking. I am sorry for your loss.

    1. jansenphoto Avatar

      Thank you very much, Khürt!

  13. George VDD Avatar

    I’m sorry to hear about your loss. Dog’s are truly lifelong companions that have an innate ability to speak to our hearts and souls

  14. petraisgone Avatar

    Sorry for your loss. 🙁

    1. jansenphoto Avatar

      Thank you.

  15. Leaking Ink Avatar

    So sorry for your loss Frank. I lost my cat last March and I know how devastating it is. God give you strength. I’m sure Darwin is happy and at peace in the evergreen pasture.

    1. jansenphoto Avatar

      Thank you most kindly! Yes, they are such a huge part of our lives, that their departure leaves a huge hole in our hearts.

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