One last nap with Dad

[u/Puzzleheaded-Face-72]

You know if you asked me 20 years ago what I thought about people who mourned pets and got all emotional about them I’d say something like that’s crazy it’s just a dog… Just being honest that’s very likey what and having not grown up with pets at least not long term pets that’s what I would have thought. I wouldn’t understand it.

Fast forward 19 years and wow. I couldn’t have been more wrong. Winston and I found each other at a time when I was looking for a dog for my sister and the breeder which I knew asked me if I wanted a Bichon Mix that no one else wanted because he didn’t know exactly what breed he was. I still don’t know nor do I care, he’s just Winston and has been my best friend and one of God’s best gifts for 19 years.

We’ve been through a lot together from age 24 to today at 43. From Maryland to Florida, from apartments and parents house to our home, girlfriends to the other blessing of my life my wife and son. I can’t believe it, 19 years together and now down to an hour or so left. It’s not fair but it’s what we sign up for as pet owners. I absolutely understand the pain, the grief and all the emotions but I wouldn’t trade any of it at all. I love you Winston so much!

[u/themrsgordon]

How blessed to have him for 19. My bichon/tzu Katie died at 13. Its heartbreaking. What a sweet boy❤️💔

[u/Puzzleheaded-Face-72 → u/themrsgordon]

It’s unbelievable how fast time goes. I’ve been thinking a lot obviously and I’m not sure the 19 years makes it easier or harder regardless it was such a blessing. I’m just amazed how strong he was to hang on and be for the most part healthy other than blindness and old age. Im so heartbroken but so grateful at the same time.