Today “Kane” my beloved German Shepherd Dog was put to rest.  He was nearly 12 years old.  This came as a sudden eventuality; one that I thought I had prepared for; unfortunately I was ill prepared for the quickness at which it came.  It was found that Kane had internal bleeding from a failed liver; the underlying cause of which was cancer.  It manifested itself early this morning by limiting his mobility.  It was very sudden.  The Vet indicated he was in no pain which was apparent to me as well.  He was not so much as whimpering.  I truly believe he knew it was his time and had resigned himself to his own mortality.



I’m really sorry for those of you who knew Kane that didn’t get to say goodbye.  The suddenness associated with his passing is a blessing and curse.  I’m thankful on one hand that he didn’t suffer with a slowly deteriorating body.  Like the top athletes of our time; he went out on top.  I’m thankful he didn’t have a long drawn-out illness which undoubtedly would have left a different impression of him on those of us he leaves behind.  On the other hand I’m shattered that I didn’t have more time with him.  Why do we domesticate animals that are sure to leave this earthly domain long before us?  The joy they bring; the services they provide.  How many times did a “would be” burglar peek in my windows only to find Kane staring and barking back?  We’ll never know.  I do know the joy part; and it’s immense.  



Kane was absolutely fearless; except of thunder.  He was brave and aggressive; especially while chasing flashlights.  He was a great dog.



He’ll be missed. 



Jason