Hello, and sorry for your loss. My pet-sitter forwarded me this essay about a man who recently lost his lab mix. It was sad but somehow also cheerful, because of the humor and good memories. I hope it bring s some comfort: http://gawker.com/the-remarkable-tale-of-hunter-the-real-life-rescue-dog-1467039626 I lost a dear and loyal boxer a few years back (we still have our mystery mutt!) and I know I still think about our lost friend even though it has been a while. I know he’s gone and accept it, but he is also a part of me and that’s with me for life.