On December 6th, I said a final goodbye to Reuben. His system had been shutting down for the better part of two months. He finally lost his sense of smell and his sight. When he started walking into wall and falling off furniture I couldn't endure putting him through any more.He had lost much of his weight- he was down to 10 pounds. This picture may not be pretty but it was a recent shot where he looks most content.
My favorite thing about Reuben was that he would sing along with me when I would play Neil Diamond songs. He will be missed.
But, before you all (or both of you, as the case may be) get all melancholy on me check out the photos to the left for the newest addition to my home. Bailey, as in George Bailey, found his new home on December 7. He is an all black pug, 3 months old and full of life.
Not much has changed for me: he doesn't climb stairs and goes out twice during the night. He weighs about the same as Reuben did at his last.
Hopefully I can post more pics soon.
Look for more regular posts in the coming year. Until then, Merry Christmas!
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Wandered over to "A Page..." to wish you a Merry Christmas, Jon, as our festivities wind down for a couple of days till the next round, G-d willing. I was saddened to hear about the demise of Reuben. I had come to like the feisty little guy. His last photo looks peaceful and pathetic, all at the same time. I hope you'll put his "piss 'n' vinegar" shot back up for all to enjoy. I welcome Bailey and congratulate him on adopting such a kind human with a musical and pet-loving home! He looks quite celabratory already, in his Christmas green and read. Happy, healthy Year 2008...hope to bump into you on the musical trail of that guy who speaks to "Be".
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