Wordless Wednesday: The Shadow of an Absent Friend

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Rest in peace, Dennis the Vizsla Dog, you’ve earned it.
Maybe Probably 7/24/2006 – 10/31/2018

Dada’s Note: Dennis’s bounce only lasted for a little while before it became apparent that he was declining again, and that we were going to be facing more bad days than good ones going forward. We decided it was time to bring him in so that his vet could perform a final service for him. After snacking on steak, cheese, and butter-fried chicken, he crossed the Rainbow Bridge peacefully in the afternoon on Halloween, the day that would have been his brother Tucker’s 20th birthday.

 

Run free with Tucker and Trixie in the fields and forests and flyball tracks of the Rainbow Bridge, Dennis, until we meet again.

72 thoughts on “Wordless Wednesday: The Shadow of an Absent Friend”

  1. We are so very very sorry, we will miss him so much, dearest Dennis will always be in our hearts, he was such a wonderful furfriend
    Sending you lots of luffs and hugs
    Loves and licky kisses
    Princess Leah xxx

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  3. So very sorry to read this. Saw on FB today would be the day but it’s still a shock to read the reality of it. It’s always hard to say good-bye to our friends. Dennis was loved by so many and he has joined many of his friends at the bridge. Surely some of the Funny Farmers were there to greet him, as we know Tucker was with his buffet. It’s doubly sad today would be Tucker’s 20th birthday. We know he and Trixie are missed too.

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  7. We’re trying to stop the tears, because Dennis gave us so many smiles…Thanks Dennis, for all the adventures you, Tucker, Trixie and Trouble took us on.
    Love and Hugs from up North,
    Beth, Ed, Angels Bilbo and Dory
    Jakey, Arty and Rosy

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  9. We’re so sorry to hear that Dennis has joined his family at the Rainbow Bridge. His adventures were always fun to follow along with. We will miss his tag line when he left us comments on our blog so in honor of you Dennis we end this comment with…ok bye.

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  10. We all have tears too. We knew this day was coming sooner rather than later, but we so hoped it would never come. We all loved Dennis for so many years. We know he is now running at full speed with Tucker and Beautiful Trixie and all our Angels too. Our hearts ache for you and all we can offer is soft woos and gentle hugs. Run free, Dennis, and we will try to smile through the tears with all the wonderful memories we have of you.

    Woos – Lightning, Misty, and Timber and Mom too

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  15. We are so sorry you had to say goodbye. It doesn’t matter how long you get, it’s never enough. We will miss his infamous “it’s dennis the vizsla dog” intro, his happiness, and his sweetness. Thank you for always being there for us, Dennis. Have fun at the bridge with our friends. *ear licks* Noodle (and hugs from Mom)

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  18. Oh that so makes me cry. I’m so, so sorry. We loved that dear Dennis and like the others we always looked forward to the joy he brought to our lives. Run free my friend, you earned it. Love you always pal.

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  19. Thank you for sharing Dennis with us for all these years. I have loved reading about his many adventures. Lots of love to your family!

    PS: The shadow in the picture looks like a dog. 🙂

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  20. I am truly sorry to hear this, you and Denis have often brighten an other wise bad day for me with your posts. I truly understand how an animal can be part of the family and the sorrow there lost can bring.

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  21. I am so sorry for you and your wife. I am so truly glad to have got to meet the amazing wonder Dog Denis! Our fur children are really that our fur children and they are so special and we are very lucky to have them….and they are very lucky to have us. You have been most sensitive and caring and THAT is the best gift of all to those who love us. Hugs to you both!

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  22. The long-dreaded decision had to be made, and you made it as a final gift of love to dear Dennis the Vizala dog. My tears join yours, even as Dennis is united with those who went before him and held a special spot just for him. Love and prayers. Amy

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  23. Oh…dear, sweet Dennis! We have been dreading this day, but surely not the way you all have. Everyone who has ever lost a beloved pet feels this with you. You gave Dennis the most wonderful life filled with love, and he loved you too! ❤️❤️Thank you so much for sharing Dennis’s life with your readers! He will be greatly missed.

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  24. Oh Dennis, we are so sorry you had to say goodbye. You were dearly loved and will be dearly missed.
    sending lots of special pug hugs
    Hazel, Mabel and Mom

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  26. Meow meow no sweet Dennis…oh mee iss so sorry you had to leeve. You were thee bravest poochie mee new….mee hopess yore with angel Unnkell Siddhartha an Aunty’ss Nylablue an Mingflower an Trixie an Tucker….
    LadyMew iss hypurr-ventalatin…shee iss furry uppyset…mee will sit with her….like Unnkell wuud do if he were here.
    Mistur an Missus Jamess wee send our sympaffiess an love to you both. Wee are furry sorry. Wee will LOVE Dennis fur ever….
    ***purrsss*** bellaDharma an {{{hugs}}} LadyMew
    P Ess: THE photo sayss it all….

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  28. Oh, James. I don’t even know what to say. Dennis was such an amazing doggy with an amazing story. We will all miss him. Blessings to you and your lovely wife.

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  32. Oh we r just so furry much sorree to read such sad news an’that Dennis’z dada hadta post it. We did love readin’Dennis’z commentz on our blog an’wish we cood haf gotten our mom to vizit here more. Like the OP Pack sed ” We knew this day was coming sooner rather than later, but we so hoped it would never come”. We r just so sorry it did come sooner instead of never. Our mom haz that wet stuff in her eyez an’so sad fer u too. We all will miss u Dennis – hope u’an our Angel Shiloh will find each other at the Bridge – he did love to think of himself az God’z gift to the hunter an’we know he will show u all the best critter hidin’placez.
    Lady Shasta’n Miss Maizie

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  37. I knew this was close but still brought tears to my eyes. Rusty and I have enjoyed knowing Dennis through blogging and face book. I know our Bear is at The Bridge to meet him along with many other friends. I will truly miss Dennis.

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  38. Ah, dearest Dennis. You will live on in the hearts of all who knew (or knew of) you and your adventures. Thank you for sharing a small part of your life with us. You will be sorely missed, but I can only imagine the party going on across the Bridge. Our candle is lit for you tonight. – The Dranow Clan

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  40. Oh, no 😥 I son’t know if I can type this properly, cause tears running from my eyes. So deeply sorry of your loss. We’re going to miss Dennis so badly. Soft Pawkisses to comfort you ❤ Fly free beautiful soul. Until we meet again ❤ ❤ ❤

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  42. So very sorry your precious Dennis has had to leave you..i lost my joy of blogging after Forrest then Doc left me..but i loved to see Dennis’s gorgeous face pop up on FB..deepest sympathy to you all and Run free sweet pup xxx Love Fozziemum

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  43. I am so sorry to read of Dennis’ passing. I truly understand you line
    ” became apparent that he was declining again, and that we were going to be facing more bad days than good ones going forward. We decided it was time”.
    Our precious furries let us know don’t they. We faced similar times with Madi and we knew when her quality time was up. Sending healing hugs
    Cecilia

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  46. Oh Dennis, run free with your brother and all your friends ! You were always so happy and such a kind friend . We are sorry that you had to go,and know you will be missed !

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  55. As soon as we read The Hipster Kittens’ comment we knew Dennis had left us. We are very grateful to have know Dennis internetally, and to have shared a little of his life. He is indeed running free with all his friends, and we are pretty sure there is a constant supply of baked chocolate goods. It was serendipity that Dennis and Co came into your lives and vice versa. Goodness and love all around. Sadness now, but as time passes we will remember only the happy times. Farewell Dennis, love Lorelai Gilmore and Hedy Lamarr

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  59. 😦 I actually read this when it was posted, immediately closed down the internet and cried. I’m just now commenting, altho still with tears. Dennis was the last of the puppies around from when Behr was a puppy. She’s grown up as a partner in crime with Dennis. We used to laugh at their similar patterns of shredding things and getting into all kinds of mischief. Then they grew old together. It’s that part of their lives we don’t ever believe is coming, yet it does. Their lives are way too short. We’ll miss you immensely, Dennis. Happy reunion with Tucker and Trixie! Hopefully you’ll still come back and visit us in the dogosphere.

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  60. OMG I used to follow your site long ago when I had a different blog. I had no idea sweet Dennis crossed the rainbow bridge. I’m so sad about this and so sorry for your loss. He was quite the character and I always enjoyed reading about his antics! Many hugs to you!

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  63. We came to check on Dennis and were saddened to hear that he had to go. We love you Dennis, you were our superman!
    Luvs
    Marty, Ralphie, Mazie, Abbe and Anne

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