Its with a heavy heart and fallen tears that on today ,April 19th at 2:45 pm, Buster was given heavenly peace.

He was having a difficult time breathing and the coughing was much worse and no amount of medicine would help him.

Coming home now to this empty place without him here, seems amiss.

We took him in to be evaluated, they gave him some oxygen and we were even considering altering his meds when he did  decline further. The vet agreed it was the humane thing to do. I didn't want his own body to suffocate him.(lung mets) We read the parting prayer, surrounded him with his favorite toys and said our final goodbyes. He went very peacefully.

I am truly heart broken and can not stop crying….

I told him about all the friends there to keep him company till I can be reunited with him.

He is being cremated privately.

My life will never be the same.

He was such a wonderful boy, indeed my fur baby. I am so lucky he was a part of my life.  His unconditional love was always there to see me through.  He handsome husky smile always made my day complete. Rest in peace my sweet boy.

Thank you all my fellew tripaws for this journey and support .

Mommy loves you so very much,

Kim

Oh Kim,

I am so sorry- I know how hard this is. But hold tight to those memories. Let them remind you of the good times and let them bring the smile to your face and peace to your heart. I know Buster is having a great time living pain free, and will forever watch over you.

You are in my thoughts-

Sending lots of love your way with a great big hug to go with it.

xoxoxox

Kim, I know no words can make the hole in your life go away, but I hope you feel the prayers and support of your friends.  You're not alone.

Peace with hugs,

Mary

Kim,

I am so sorry to hear of Buster's passing. Each death in our tripawd community just breaks my heart. I know nothing I can say will really ease your pain right now but I hope the knowledge that you are part of this wonderful community of people and dogs, many of whom have been where you are and all of whom wish you well, will help you through this difficult time. Buster shall join the pantheon of tripawds  who have gone before him on our altar tonight. And he shall be forever in your heart, and ours, because you shared so much with us.

Thank you, and be at peace, knowing that your love for Buster, and his for you, will always be with you.

Martha

Dear Kim,

I was so sorry to learn that you lost Buster today.  Your heart was also broken today.  The pain is so awful, but you know that you did everything right and that you gave Buster the best of everything, right to the end.  He was a very lucky and beautiful dog.  You've been so kind to so many others in this situation, myself included, and now it is, sadly, your turn to receive the sympathy. 

I remember so vividly how I felt when I lost my Luna seven months ago.  That first day is just a numbing experience, the tears won't stop, the face is swollen, and the world passes by in slow motion.  You can't believe it has happened, even though you knew it had happened and happened because it was what was best for Buster.  I like to think that our intense grief translates into love, a sign to man and animal alike, of our common bond through affection, respect, loyalty, and devotion.  It all adds up to our feelings of closeness and love for our wonderful dogs, especially tripawds.

Kim, you and Buster will be in our prayers in the days and weeks to come.  Buster is free now, no pain, no struggle, and can breathe with ease and happiness.  And, most of all, Buster knows now, more than ever, how much you loved and cared for him.

Sincerely,

Sandra & "Angel" Luna

Dear Kim, I am so sorry at the loss of Buster.  The pain is still so fresh in my mind, after having Dasha pass in my arms on april 15 th. I also will never be the same. Just remember you did everything you could for him and you gave him the ultimate showing of love by releasing him of his pain. I just know my Dasha was there escorting him across the bridge. I only hope god blesses you and your family and helps heals your broken heart.

Kim, I can hardly type through the tears…my heart is breaking for you…i am so incredibly sorry for the pain you are feeling, during these difficult and heart breaking days, try and remember – that part of your soul has been awakened only because of Buster:

Kim & Buster

“Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened.” –Anatole France”.

Only you could release him from his pain and suffering – as much as this sounds ridiculous at this time, you gave him the greatest gift of love there is…and the most difficult, I'm sure.

I love you kiddo – I just want to give you a big hug and tell you it will all be OK and you'll survive this, but I know that will come in time. Call me ANYTIME if you need an ear, OK?

Run free Buster – we love you…be at peace Kim…Buster could not have had a better mommy than you.

With a heavy heart and much love,

Heather and Zeus…Buddy too.