JD and Oso
Just over a year ago I was faced with one of the hardest decisions I have ever had to make in my life. My long time friend and companion, a full blooded German Shepherd, who’s full papered title name was “Sir Heckler Joshua Vonsickum” After devoting 12 wonderful years of service and joy to me, his big body began to tire and Joshua ended up with a debilitating case of Hip Dysplasia.
After many days and weeks of questions, research, and countless hours on the internet trying to understand his disease and his future, an agonizing decision was made to ease him of the pain that racked his poor old body. The decision was not made lightly or without regard for his life; for I knew it would be a decision I would ultimately have to live with for the rest of my life… And on that day… My heart broke…
Although setting his soul free was the right thing to do for his pain, my pain and emptiness would linger for many months to come. I swore I would never get another dog. They are too much trouble, and I can’t deal with them leaving when it’s their time to go.
