This is the fourth instalment of Weekend Writing Warriors’
8 Sentence Sunday Blog Hop.
Currently, I am writing a multi-part series about the dogs in my care, which will be turned into a book. These 8 sentences are a continuation from my story of Luke, the White Shepherd:
This routine went on for years. Luke also enjoyed many vacations at my house; we were forever bonded. He started deteriorating around the age of 10. First, there was a problem with his spleen and it had to be removed. There were stomach issues too. I remember once, he had a bad case of diarrhea, all over my car. What a mess! The poor boy was so mortified!
Read the entire story HERE.
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About Debbie
The "Doglady". Canine Innkeeper in suburban Toronto, Canada. Writer/blogger, animal lover, music fanatic, inveterate traveller. History, literature & cinema buff. Eternal hippie/rockchick. Bi-national, German/Canadian and multilingual. Loves all things Italian, especially hubby. ♥ Married since 1973!
You are SUCH A GOOD DOGLADY. Luke is so fortunate to have you with him. I feel so sorry for him. It is hard to have a dog get older. He is not that old but his life just seems to be progressing downward.
Thank you, Carol. Yes, dogs are my life!
Having a pet age and then pass away is the most difficult thing, but, definitely worth it. Thanks for coming back to this older post.
Debbie Doglady recently posted…MUSIC MONDAY; ERIC BURDON
I don’t know what I would do if I lost my doggies. Probably be a mental case. I don’t look forward to that…but until then I will love them with every fiber of my being that I have.
Kathy
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Hi Kathy; I still mourn my Dalmatian, who passed away in 2007. No matter how often we go through this, it never gets any easier, but, the joys and love are well worth it. Hope your babies are doing well.
Thanks for visiting.
Debbie Doglady recently posted…ADVENTURES IN DOGSITTING; CHAPTER FIVE
Aawww….poor Luke. It’s so hard watching age set in on those we love. You’ve done such a great job of bonding us (readers) with him. I’m really enjoying his story.
AJ Bradley recently posted…Weekend Writing Warriors: Feb.24, 2013
I know; so sad.
Glad you’re enjoying the story, nonetheless, AJ. Thanks for stopping by. 
Debbie Doglady recently posted…#8sunday WEEKEND WRITING WARRIORS; FEB. 24/13
I just left a comment on the continuation of Luke’s story and I’m loving him
and I love how much you care about these pets as if they’re your own.
It’s such a touching story
and I love how you tell it!
Corina Ramos recently posted…Using Social Media For A Direct Sales Business
Thanks Corina; Dogs are my life and when I write about them, it flows fairly easily. Have a great week!
Debbie Doglady recently posted…ADVENTURES IN DOGSITTING; CHAPTER FIVE
Oh poor Luke. I think you have done a great job here.
Antonia van Zandt recently posted…Weekend Writing Warriors Strike Again!
I know; poor boy
Thanks for the visit and glad you liked my work, Antonia. Have a good week!
Debbie Doglady recently posted…#8sunday WEEKEND WRITING WARRIORS; FEB. 24/13
Poor boy. I hate it when my pets are ill. You can’t help but worry.
Yes, it’s awful, but the pets are always so brave.
Thanks for visiting and have a great week! 
Debbie Doglady recently posted…#8sunday WEEKEND WRITING WARRIORS; FEB. 24/13
Poor Luke. It says a lot about you that your immediate reaction to the mess was concern his own feelings rather than concern for the car. That’s what sets animal lovers apart.
Botanist recently posted…Weekend Writing Warriors
Thank you, Botanist.
My first concern was definitely for Luke, but it sure took awhile to clean up the car and air it out. :-p My vehicle, a Taurus station wagon, was dubbed the “dirty old dogmobile” for a reason. 
Thanks for visiting and have a great week!
Oh, man. I can so relate to this…
Ann Swann recently posted…Stutter Creek – Weekend Writing Warriors
I think every pet parent can. Thanks for reading, Ann.
Debbie Doglady recently posted…#8sunday WEEKEND WRITING WARRIORS; FEB. 24/13
It’s amazing how even the animals will show chagrin. Good snippet, Debbie.
Glad you enjoyed it, Siobhan. Thanks for dropping in today.
Debbie Doglady recently posted…#8sunday WEEKEND WRITING WARRIORS; FEB. 24/13
Poor Luke! And poor Debbie! It’s so painful to lose a beloved furry companion.
Thanks Kate. Yes, it never gets any easier
So worth it, though!
Debbie Doglady recently posted…#8sunday WEEKEND WRITING WARRIORS; FEB. 24/13
Yes, I’ve seen that. So hard when they age so much faster than we do.
Sue Ann Bowling recently posted…Weekend Writing Warriors
It sure is, Sue Ann and never gets any easier, no matter how many times we go through it. Thanks for dropping in today.
Debbie Doglady recently posted…#8sunday WEEKEND WRITING WARRIORS; FEB. 24/13
Poor boy.. I hate it when mine are ill and they have no understanding do they? And they ask for so little..
Rosalind Smith-Nazilli recently posted…Bit of a Flash
Hi Rosalind; No, you sure can’t explain to them what’s going on, but, they are all very brave and it’s sad.
Thanks for dropping in today. 
Debbie Doglady recently posted…#8sunday WEEKEND WRITING WARRIORS; FEB. 24/13
Poor Luke, he sounds like he was a wonderful dog.
Thanks Clare. Yes, Luke was one of a kind and I do miss him, still.
Debbie Doglady recently posted…#8sunday WEEKEND WRITING WARRIORS; FEB. 24/13
Poor Luke–and we’ve all pretty much had the same reaction. The most incredible thing about dogs is that they are incapable of self-pity. They just get on with life, you know?
Nice snippet, Debbie. I hope you’re going to add photos to your book.
Teresa Cypher recently posted…Weekend Writing Warriors February 24, 2013
What a great insight, Teresa! You are so right; dogs just go with whatever situation they find themselves in and rarely complain. Glad you enjoyed it and yes, pictures are certainly part of book plan.
Debbie Doglady recently posted…#8sunday WEEKEND WRITING WARRIORS; FEB. 24/13
Aww poor boy.
Elin Gregory recently posted…Weekend Writing Warriors #4
I know
So hard to see our beloved pets deteriorate like that. Thanks for visiting, Elin. 
Debbie Doglady recently posted…#8sunday WEEKEND WRITING WARRIORS; FEB. 24/13
Aww, poor Luke. It’s always so hard when a pet ages…this excerpt contained so much emotion!
Veronica Scott recently posted…Weekend Writing Warriors – Science Fiction WRECK OF THE NEBULA DREAM
Thank you Veronica. Yes, that is the hardest thing to go through, but, definitely worth it!
My heart aches for you, Debbie and the slow loss of Luke. Bless our pets. They ask for so little and give so much.
charmaine gordon recently posted…2/24/13 #WeWriWa #SixSunday #8Sunday
Thank you, Charmaine. Losing them never gets any easier, but their love and affection makes it all worthwhile, every time.
Debbie Doglady recently posted…#8sunday WEEKEND WRITING WARRIORS; FEB. 24/13
This excerpt gives a sense of time passing because of the details, without feeling like you’re rushing through it. I feel all sad for Luke as his health deteriorated! I’ve seen that “oh I’m so sorry I did that!” look on a pet’s face and it just melts you
Thanks for sharing this bit.
Marcia recently posted…Weekend Writing Warriors 2/24/13
Glad you enjoyed it, Marcia. It’s so sad to see our furbabies get old and sick!
Thanks for the feedback.
Debbie Doglady recently posted…#8sunday WEEKEND WRITING WARRIORS; FEB. 24/13
Animals worm their way into your heart, but they don’t stay with us long enough, do they?
Elaine Cantrell recently posted…Welcome to my site!
Yes, that’s the hard part about having a furbaby. The pleasure they give is well worth it, though. Thanks for visiting, Elaine.
Debbie Doglady recently posted…#8sunday WEEKEND WRITING WARRIORS; FEB. 24/13
Hiya Debbie, … I’ve just left a voice comment… hope it sounds ok… I played it back but I hate to hear my own voice.. Yucky!!
… I think your books a great idea, so many dogs and so much love , there’s so much to be remembered and written down. .. Take care my friend. xPenx
Penusherpen recently posted…Normal?…
Well isn’t that cool. Thanks Pen!
You are the first person to use this app. I haven’t used it either, yet, so I hope my response came through to you. You have a lovely voice. Cheers!
Debbie Doglady recently posted…#8sunday WEEKEND WRITING WARRIORS; FEB. 24/13