Retriever Rescue

Just to let you know, we lost our dear boy yesterday at the age of 13. Over winter he had been failing quite rapidly and the last week was traumatic for him and us. Woody had gone weak on his rear end due to age related muscle loss. Quite awful to see him struggling. After much thought and lots of tears there could only be one outcome sadly.
Where did the last 8 years go to, so short a time to have him in our hearts. The house is so quiet without his presence, how could such a small lad make such a big impression.
A boy that we never heard grumble, whimper or growl, such a star. To say he was loved doesn't quite sound enough, he was a wonderful lad and we shall miss his love of everyone and everything.


The day he came to us.




First trip to Cornwall 3 days after coming to us.




Last caravan outing a month ago.

Oh Lynn, I'm so sorry. Our thoughts are with you.

I am in bits here looking at this wonderful tribute to dear Woody. We have spoken but just had to say here that I am thinking of you

Hi

Callum and I have seen him two Saturday Mornings in Ilkley when
we were shopping and Callum loved to meet both woody and willow Just gutted for you both and willow

one handsome Dog plenty of lovely memories and photos

all our love

Bridget Russell and Jasper

You are in our thoughts
Lynn and David,

Les and I are so sorry to hear the very sad news about Woody.......he was such a beautiful boy, and he had a wonderful life with both of you and of course Willow, and that is all we can ever give our faithful friends and in return they give us their unconditional love, and when the rawness of now has passed, we are left with lovely memories.



Lynda, Les and Calli

So sorry Lyn & David that you have lost Woody our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Pat , Syd & Bosun.

Thankyou dear friends for your kind thoughts at this time, they are really much appreciated. So devastated and lost at the moment.
L & D xxx

Dear Lynn & David,

We are so so sorry to hear that you have lost your gorgeous boy. They break our hearts every time don't they....but what a legacy they leave behind. Woody's kindness, devotion, and companionship are the memories you will cherish. Our thoughts are with Willow too, how she will miss him. Give her a big hug from us.

Thinking of you all, Jean, Ray and Ella xxx

Dear Lynn and David,

I am so very very sorry to read about dear Woody he was a star.

It's times like this I am lost for words I really feel your loss.

Thinking of you. Steve

Lynn & David. so very sorry to hear this thinking of you all, and willow im sure she misses him, Paddy will show him round the bridge until you meet again...xx

Oh ,Lynn I'm so sorry for you and Dave , I know how much your dogs mean to you both. I know he had a perfect life with you and you have so many happy times to remember. I am thinking of you both at this heartbreaking time.

Woody came home today. Run free darling boy.

Gone from our sight,
but never our memories.
Gone from our touch,
but never our hearts.

I know what you mean when you say he came home, I always feel a bit better when they are home again.