Knowing it's coming doesn't help....While he was not my dog, I loved him so incredibly that I feel the loss more than I have felt many who have gone before him....
My dear friend Kim Shira and her husband Leo let Carbon go over the bridge today. Carbon would have been 15 on the 24th.
He was a grand grand dog - carrying himself with such dignity, always. Always playful with puppies - always a gentleman with his lady visitors.
I will always remember meeting Carbon for the first time. I remember asking in a shaky voice "can I touch him?". I think Kim laughed at me and said "of course!". It was as though I was meeting a celebrity!
The last time I saw Carbon was a number of years ago now, but always getting Carbon updates from Kim, I always felt connected.
My heart breaks for Kim - as Carbon was her HEART...
Some of his "bragging rights" included :
Stud Dog of the Year : 1999, 2001, and 2003 - Number 1 Cardigan All Systems for 2000
At the time of his crossing, he was the sire of *90* Champions!!! (I feel lucky to have #90!)
More than his bragging rights, he was quite simply an amazing animal with SUCH a gentle soul...a soul that consistently passed on amazing qualities to his puppies. I am blessed to have 2 Carbon kids and 1 Carbon grandkid currently sharing my bed.
Rest in Peace Carbon... I'll always love you!
BISS, BIS CH. Coedwig's Carbon Blue, ROMg
4/24/95 - 4/17/10
4/24/95 - 4/17/10
