Goodbye Duke

Yesterday we had to say goodbye to our dog, Duke. He was having hip problems and was deteriorating rapidly. It was a very tough decision, but we felt it was best for him not to be in pain anymore. So instead of a long sob story I have decided to share pictures of the happy times with Duke.

Bringing Duke home from Indiana in 2016.

Duke and his dinosaur (which was subsequently destroyed).

Duke in the snow.

Duke's favorite hobby, laying around.

Duke around Christmastime.

Trying to get Duke to take a baby announcement photo.

Duke and Minnie checking out Elizabeth's room.

Duke keeping a watch on a sleepy Sarah.

A girl and her protector.

Duke relaxing in my parent's yard.

Duke on Thanksgiving.

Elizabeth feeding the dogs treats with crazy hair.

He loved the snow.

Duke keeping an eye on Elizabeth's room while she slept.

Duke at Marblehead.

Everyone hanging out in the truck bed.

Taking a nap while camping.

At Beaver Creek.

A happy pup.

Just walking around the neighborhood.

Elizabeth throwing Duke his stick.

Goodbye buddy. You were a good dog and a great protector.

Love, Mom, Dad, and Elizabeth.