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Rusty will live on in fond memories, Ron. You did the right thing, and were a good steward and friend. Condolences, sir.

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RIP Rusty.

The hardest part of being owned by a dog. :(

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Sorry to hear Ron.
I have been there too and don't think anyone who loves a divas a child can be strong when the time comes to say goodbye.

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All dogs go to heaven.

RIP Rusty.

Hugged my pooch this morning a little more than I normally do.

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So sorry for your loss, Ron; I'm sure you gave Rusty a very happy life. My thoughts are with you.

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Very sorry to hear this.

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Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor. Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent. His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....

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My condolences Ron.

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I am so sorry for your loss, Ron....I hope the 16 years worth of memories Rusty gave to you help see you through this sad time.

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I'm very sorry for your loss. As a fellow dog lover, I know the pain that this causes. My prayers for you and your family. God bless.

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As one dog owner to another I am sorry to hear that you had to do that but Thank you for being strong.

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My family shares your families loss. We send thoughts and prayers for a little extra strength till time replaces the pain with the great memories.

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Sorry to hear about your loss of Rusty. May he RIP.

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I'm glad to have known Rusty in a small way Ron.
He had a good long life but as always,our beloved pets are always missed.

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I am so sorry for your loss. Losing a pet, is harder than losing most people, I think. Look for Rusty at Rainbow Bridge.

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I'm so sorry Ron.

You did the right thing.

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Very sorry for your loss, Ron. Remember the many good times with Rusty.

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Sorry to hear about this brother but you did the right thing and he isn't in pain anymore. I'm not looking forward to the day I have to do the same to my bully, Jax.He's my right hand man.

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He is waiting for you brother at the "Rainbow Bridge". I have 2 there waiting on me. It will be a glorious reunion.

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Ron, my heart goes out to you. I've been there and I know your pain