KrisK Posted April 2, 2010 Report Share Posted April 2, 2010 I can't believe I'm writing this. My big handsome boy is gone. This morning I knew something was dreadfully wrong. He was curled up at the back of his kennel. I checked his gums and knew right away he was bleeding again. I rode with Jazz in the backseat of the car, he rallied enough to raise his head and look me in the eyes. I told him he was a good boy and he wagged his tail for me. But I knew today was the day. When I lost my Brandy in April 1999, I was living alone and the house was too quiet and lonely. I picked Jazz out a the litter when he was 4 weeks old. I had every intention of getting a female but the breeder put Jazz on the floor and he did the classic border collie crouch , then barked at me. I was in love. When I picked him up at 8 weeks old, he ran to the end of the x-pen as soon as I drove in. It was like he was saying - What took you so long, I've been waiting for you. Jazz became the resident therapy dog where I work. From his 8th week until we moved to the farm in 2004, he was my constant office buddy. He loved his people and could not wait to get in to see them. When we moved to the farm, he didn't enjoy the hour long drive each way, so he stayed at home. However, when I could, I brought him in, and it was like old times again. When Jazz was 6 months old we had a resident who was dying. Jazz got on his bed and stretched his body along the length of this man. I couldn't get him to move. In fact, he bit me when I tried to take him down. He stayed with this old gentleman for about 20 minutes. Then we left. The man passed away shortly after that. He always wagged his tail in a giant circle when he was happy...which was most of the time. Jazz LOVED winter - he wasn't much on the heat of summer but he enjoyed swimming and riding in the canoe. We did try our hand at sheep a few times when he was 7 years old. I think he might have been a good working dog if things had been different. His favourite toy was his frisbee which is buried with him now. I buried him in the garden, beside a blue spruce tree. My husband, the artist, will make him a final marker to show how much he was loved and will be missed. Rest easy my boy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam'smom Posted April 2, 2010 Report Share Posted April 2, 2010 Aww I am so sorry to hear such sad news...Jazz sounded like a truely lovely spirit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shoofly Posted April 2, 2010 Report Share Posted April 2, 2010 Oh i'm so sorry to hear this, so very sorry. I was rooting for him to be okay, at least for awhile. Rest easy to him and to you too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaryP Posted April 2, 2010 Report Share Posted April 2, 2010 Oh, my heart sank when I saw this. I'm so sorry for your loss of your beautiful boy. I can't imagine the shock you must feel to have had it all happen so fast. So heartbreaking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sea4th Posted April 2, 2010 Report Share Posted April 2, 2010 Oh, I am so sorry. Rest easy, Jazz. He sounds like he was a wonderful dog and you were lucky to have had him in your lives. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura L Posted April 2, 2010 Report Share Posted April 2, 2010 Kris, I'm so sorry to read this. I had just read yesterday in the health section about his diagnosis. Sending you a (((hug))). Laura Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jo&Tex Posted April 2, 2010 Report Share Posted April 2, 2010 I'm so sorry Kris. My heart just fell to the floor when I heard your message on my machine. As hard as this week has been, I'm glad that you knew he was leaving, and that knowledge has lessened the shock a little. It helped you cherish the remaining time that you spent together. Jazz could not have had a better person to love than you. Hugs, Kris and that little blue spruce is a perfect place for Jazz to watch over Cricket and Dusty and Zachary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdarling Posted April 2, 2010 Report Share Posted April 2, 2010 Kris, I'm so sorry to hear about Jazz. Sounds like he had a wonderful life with you. Sending you a hug, also. Jodi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurae Posted April 2, 2010 Report Share Posted April 2, 2010 I'm so sorry to read this, Kris. It is way too soon, but you were lucky to have had each other all these years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelpiegirl Posted April 2, 2010 Report Share Posted April 2, 2010 I'm so very sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aljones Posted April 2, 2010 Report Share Posted April 2, 2010 Kris, I am so sorry for your loss. I am glad you had a few days to adjust to his diagnosis, but I know you'd hoped for longer, and I wish you'd had it. Rest in peace, Jazz. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DixiesDad Posted April 2, 2010 Report Share Posted April 2, 2010 Kris, We are so sorry to read this. You we're so supportive when we found Lady we prayed that you and Jazz would have more time. Hugs from all of us. Jazz will have a snow covered field to play in at the Bridge. RIP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anda Posted April 2, 2010 Report Share Posted April 2, 2010 Oh, no, I am so sorry for loosing Jazz so suddently, Kris. He was an extraordinary dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PSmitty Posted April 2, 2010 Report Share Posted April 2, 2010 Oh, Kris. I'm so very sorry. It's hard to lose them, no matter what, but even harder when it happens faster than you expect. He was such a handsome boy, and obviously so special. Sending thoughts of comfort to your and your husband. Run free, Jazz. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scomona Posted April 2, 2010 Report Share Posted April 2, 2010 I am so sorry for your loss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beach BCs Posted April 2, 2010 Report Share Posted April 2, 2010 I am so very sorry for your loss. Hugs to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grenzehund Posted April 2, 2010 Report Share Posted April 2, 2010 Oh Kris, I'm so sorry, too short a time together. Though you will always have him with you. Susan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue R Posted April 2, 2010 Report Share Posted April 2, 2010 I am so sorry for you. The hole he's left in your heart is filled with good memories, and I hope another deserving dog will help fill the void when you are ready. Godspeed, Jazzie! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cody & Duchess Posted April 2, 2010 Report Share Posted April 2, 2010 So sorry for your loss - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nancy in AZ Posted April 2, 2010 Report Share Posted April 2, 2010 Oh Kris, I am so sorry to see this very sad news. In time the grief that you feel now will be replaced with the joyful memories of the life you shared. RIP Jazz, you will be missed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lewie'sMom Posted April 2, 2010 Report Share Posted April 2, 2010 Oh, Kris, I'm so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MicheleS. Posted April 2, 2010 Report Share Posted April 2, 2010 I'm so sorry for your loss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maralynn Posted April 2, 2010 Report Share Posted April 2, 2010 I'm so sorry Kris I was hoping you would have some more quality time with your boy. Run free, Jazz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathyF Posted April 2, 2010 Report Share Posted April 2, 2010 Kris- I am so sorry for your loss of Jazz. I was afraid of this happening as I just lost my Jag this past July 30th to hemangiosarcoma. I lost my guy within 13 hours and wished that I could have had some more time with him. Just try to remember all of the good times and give yourself time to grieve and heal. Kathy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nellie's Dad Posted April 2, 2010 Report Share Posted April 2, 2010 I am so sorry for your loss. Run free Jazz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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