About 2 years, the final 6 months were tough, but so is our bitter Canadian winter, so that didn't help! (She had skis also!) I could have used a wagon of some sort during those final months, but we still took Tika out a couple of times a day, even if it was just to get fresh air and new scenery so she'd have more stimulation and things to dream about!! Here is her story: www.tawnabrown.com/degenerative-myelopathy-senior-dog/

I hope you have an awesome visit!! great time of year to be visiting!

But the impact and impression they leave lasts a lifetime! :) Here is Tika's story: www.tawnabrown.com/degenerative-myelopathy-senior-dog/

Yes, it is a difficult thing to think about, but i encourage you to not ignore it, don't be afraid, learn from others' stories and this will only help prepare you for when it's time... and it can be a very beautiful experience and grief journey, as it has been for me. Here is Tika's 2-part story if you'd like to learn more. (This is the link for PART 1, and it will get you to Part 2 also!) www.tawnabrown.com/degenerative-myelopathy-senior-dog/

Your emotions are a sign of a man with a big heart... someone who can feel, and someone who knows love. Not one day has gone by that I've felt Tika's absence; the 3 year anniversary of her rainbow bridge departure just passed on May 28 and I know she is with me every single day. The spirit is forever and always, as is our love and relationship. Tika's 2 part story can be found here: www.tawnabrown.com/degenerative-myelopathy-senior-dog/ (Part 2 is linked at the end of Part 1). Thank you for your kind words.

That is amazing, to have had 7 GSDs in your life thus far! What love! You and I have been blessed to know this kind of love, the bond that we share with our dogs.... and also there is so much comfort in knowing that our relationship never ends with death... it remains forever, as the spirit never dies. Not a day has gone by over the past 3 years where I've felt Tika's absence.... I know she is right there with me, and always will be. The same with all of your GSDs.

Yes we remain connected forever and always, and our relationship carries on! She brings me so much comfort:) And... .1.5 years after Tika's departure, Miss Hiccup unexpectedly showed up in my life... completely not part of the plan, but I know this was a gift from Tika! Here is Hiccup's adoption story:) kzfaq.info/get/bejne/asd9qsWA2dzLgH0.htmlsi=YzCJKo5Freo5XGeW

Their spirits remain with us forever and always, and so does our relationship and bond. I truly believe this and feel it with my Tika. It brings great comfort knowing this, although I understand that some people don't believe in this, and that's ok. Thank you for sharing.

You are so welcome. Thank you for watching:)

I can understand how you may be dreading the inevitable, that is normal. I had a very beautiful and insightful grief journey (before , during and after Tika's departure), and have wrote about it so that it could potentially help others prepare and navigate through their own journey with an open mind and heart. Know that when the time comes for Keya to cross the bridge, however that may come about, know that her spirit will never die, and this means she will forever and always be with you, and your relationship does not have to end. Here is our Part 2 story and I hope it may provide you with some ideas. (It is very helpful to read and learn about these kinds of things before you find yourself immediately facing them). Wishing you all the best. www.tawnabrown.com/pet-bereavement-grief/

Thank you ..your reply made me cry​❤.thank you, i will remember your word when i will have to face with my loss@@coldinyk

Thank you kindly. Yes, it is a very deep love and bond we share. If you'd like to see more, there is much more in our stories, and Tika can also be found on FB and IG by searching #tikatribute. She is my soul dog, forever and always with me. We are at 9 days away from her 3 year departure anniversary😔.... but I always honor her spirit and during these days leading up to the date, I feel so much closer to her. Part 1: www.tawnabrown.com/degenerative-myelopathy-senior-dog/ AND Part 2: www.tawnabrown.com/pet-bereavement-grief/

Muchas gracias! I really must put new content up here! I held my first small group tour to SMA in 2023 and got all done up again for Dia de Muertos! Such a great time..... In due course, I hope to post! Thank you for watching! And thank you for noticing my Angel💜🐾Yes, our love and bond continues, it never ever ends! I'm 8 days away from the 3-year rainbow bridge anniversary... a tender time, and so many beautiful memories we created during this time of year.

I don't have the next generation because I couldn't bring a puppy or a GSD into my life on my own (Tika was co-parented her entire life); having gone through this disease I could never do it on my own. (Plus I hope to retire within 10 years, so having a puppy is not in the cards) I absolutely love GSDs, my heart melts when I see one or get to pet one! So I've made a responsible decision - unlike many others who just jump to filling a gap without thinking about the responsibility and commitment that comes with bringing a dog into your life. HOWEVER... as part of my healing, I was walking dogs at our local shelter, with NO PLAN to be fostering or adopting.. and it was about 1.5 years after Tika's departure that Miss Hiccup came into my life! She was adopted in September 2023! Now my heart is overflowing with love for Angel Tika and Hiccup! Here is her story, and you can find more about Tika and Hiccup on IG and FB by searching #tikatribute and #hiccupadventures (a lot of funny stories with Hiccup, lol! She is a rascal, gets into trouble a lot!) kzfaq.info/get/bejne/asd9qsWA2dzLgH0.htmlsi=yegJslYhLNzRRX2w And here is a comparative love story of Tika and Hogan... and then Hiccup and Gjoa! Uncanny resemblance and relationship!! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gLuCaqdhptumoHk.htmlsi=AkZpWEQeze80Zfg7

If you can understand that her spirit will never die, and she will always remain with you and your relationship can continue through love and spirit, then this will make it all the more bearable and comforting. It is a very personal connection and your love and bond will never end.