Casper was put to sleep yesterday.
We rescued him 13 years ago when he was 2. 
Its not been easy as he came with many behaviour problems, some of which we cured, some of which we lived with.
He always hated strangers, but when they took the time to get to know him, slowly, (and give him the odd biscuit!) he would love them back.
We have never regretted one day of it as he always showed us so much love and trust.
He was our only dog after our Golden/collie X passed away in 2003, and the house is so empty now.

Missing you so much Casper, look for Ben at the Bridge
Marion.

Run free at the Bridge Casper xx

A letter from your pet in heaven
Author Unknown

To my dearest family,
some things I'd like to say.
But first of all, to let you know,
that I arrived okay.

I'm writing this from the Bridge.
Here I dwell with God above.
Here there's no more tears of sadness.
Here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy
just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I am with you
every morning, noon and night.

That day I had to leave you
when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me
and He said, "I welcome you.

It's good to have you back again,
you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family,
They'll be here later on."

God gave me a list of things,
that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list,
was to watch and care for you.

And when you lie in bed at night
the day's chores put to flight,
God and I are closest to you...
in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth,
and all those loving years,
because you are only human,
they are bound to bring you tears.

But do not be afraid to cry:
it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers,
unless there were some rain.

I wish that I could tell you
all that God has planned.
If I were to tell you,
you wouldn't understand.

But one thing is for certain,
though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now,
than I ever was before.

There are rocky roads ahead of you
and many hills to climb;
But together we can do it
by taking one day at a time.

It was always my philosophy
and I'd like it for you too;
That as you give unto the world,
the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody
who's in sorrow and pain;
Then you can say to God at night...
"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented...
that my life was worthwhile.
Knowing as I passed along
I made somebody smile.

God says: "If you meet somebody
who is sad and feeling low;
Just lend a hand to pick him up,
as on your way you go.

When you're walking down the street
with me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps
only half a step behind."

"And when it's time for you to go...
from that body to be free.
Remember you're not going...
you're coming here to me."

run free casper RIP XXXX

Run Free Casper.
xxxxxxxxxxxxxx

So sorry to hear you must be heartbroken  

Run free at the bridge Casper xxx

I'm so sorry.

It's so difficult to lose the oldies.  Run free Casper, and wait at the bridge with Ben.

Run Free at the bridge Casper 

Thinking of you. 

Thank you all so much.

It helps that people care and understand how much it is hurting.  For any of us who have lost a dearly loved dog, time does heal somewhat, but the pain we go through to get there is hard to bear.

Thank you again. x 

so sorry,
Run free Casper.

Sheila xx