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Claire's avatar

Spike, my heart is breaking for you. I know that you know this is the kindest exit for your best boy Milo. I also know, from experience, that logic doesn't blunt the pain or the frantic urge to cling. You are brave and you are kind. Milo's spirit will live on in your memories and writing.

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Spike Gillespie's avatar

Thank you so much, Claire. Oh it really really sucks. But I just keep trying to stay in the moment with him.

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AEA's avatar

I’ve never met neither you nor Milo, and yet. I’ll be thinking of you come Wednesday. Milo does sound like The Best Boy.

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Spike Gillespie's avatar

Thank you so much.

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Susan's avatar

Oh, our dear animal companions! Thinking of you.

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Spike Gillespie's avatar

Thank you

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Sondra Primeaux's avatar

Spike, I am so sorry. Sending you and Milo boundless love as you both prepare for travel. xoxo

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Spike Gillespie's avatar

Thank you so much.

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Margie Koger's avatar

Please accept my sincere condolences. Milo will always be the best boy. This post brought tears for you and Milo. Sending hugs.

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Spike Gillespie's avatar

Thank you so much. ❤️

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Chelsea Smock's avatar

Aww, Spike. I'm so sorry. I've loved reading about this dear dog and your time together, what a gift. Sending love to you both.

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Spike Gillespie's avatar

Thank you so much.

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Emily Erington's avatar

I’ve said the final goodbye to 3 fur family members. Of course, it was far more brutal for me than it was for them. One thing that someone told me has comforted me very much and I have shared it. Here it is….. “Death for dogs is just another door they get to go through.” I still feel happiness to think about it.

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Spike Gillespie's avatar

That is an awesome way to look at it. Thank you.

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denise delagarza's avatar

All love to you both. ❤️❤️❤️

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Spike Gillespie's avatar

❤️

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Michelle Marie Engelman Berns's avatar

Sending so much love for this time that is now a memory and the love shared.

Your words are deeply appreciated and your willingness and energy to share them here is such a gift.

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Here and There's avatar

Oh, Spike, I'm so sad. I will be holding you and Milo in my mind and heart tomorrow... May it be the most peaceful, lovng, beautiful transition anyone has ever had. He is so precious and so special. Love to both of you.

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