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A Dog Named Dog

A special animal in my life.

46 total reviews 
Comment from Lindagail Hall
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This is a sad yet hopeful write, my best friend Powys it's Welsh means running water,I welpt him at home he was a fantastic dog who died two years ago my heart is still broken, I miss him like crazy, we didn't need words between us the only time we were parted was when I was rushed into hospital. He pined didn't eat for eleven days finally my friend took him to his country home and he felt better the relationship between dogs and owners are so strong they know who to trust and sniff out the bad ones and furl their lips with a growl .
Your poem reminds me of Powys and I believe he's in heaven waiting for me, your son and dog maybe walking through woods this very moment.
Congratulations on your first place ribbon it's a gem. Hope the new tenants are ok and keeping the peace. Great write really enjoyed reading it.

 Comment Written 14-May-2017


reply by the author on 14-May-2017
    Thanks for reading and your wonderful comments. I'm so sorry you lost your good friend. That's the sad thing about dogs, their lives are far too short. The new renters are doing fine so far. Thanks for your concern.
Comment from Jim Lorson Sr
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First of all congratulations with winning the contest, *Beautiful Creatures*. Dog was certainly a beautiful creature. In my life, I have not seen a pure white German Shepherd like Dog. Im sorry for the loss of you son, Roy and then Dog. I have never figured out how dogs can know the time when people are coming home or when certain things need done. Such is that mystery.

I miss my *Little Girl* so very much. My 2nd ex rescued from her street. Called me and I went and got her. Took her to the vet the next morning, everything about her was fine except for her weight. Got her shots, took her home and cooked for her. I increased her weight from 4 lbs 2 oz to 7 lbs 5oz by her 6 mo check-up. Then her normal weight at the end of the first year with me. She was a great dog, friend and companion until she was killed by a car on July 14, 2013. A very tragic loss for me.

What an exceptional story my friend,,,,,,,Jim

 Comment Written 06-May-2017


reply by the author on 06-May-2017
    Thanks for reading and the six stars, they are appreciated. I'm so sorry you lost your little friend too. I lost my son and dog a very long time ago. While it still hurts, I have learned to live with it. Life goes on even after bad things happen.
Comment from MsPetra
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Congratulations on your win. This is very well written. It really tugged at my heart strings. There isn't anything I would have done differently. Please keep writing. I will be looking forward to future offerings from you.

 Comment Written 06-May-2017


reply by the author on 06-May-2017
    Thanks for reading and commenting. I'm so glad you enjoyed the story. It was a very long time ago and I have learned to accept and live with it.
Comment from Ulla
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Deare me, I'm so very sorry. I really lack words. To lose your children is beyond words. I feel for you and my eyes fill with tears. Kindest regards, Ulla :))x

 Comment Written 06-May-2017


reply by the author on 06-May-2017
    Thanks for reading and commenting. It was a very long time ago and I have learned to live with it. It will always hurt, but life goes on even after bad things happen.
reply by Ulla on 06-May-2017
    That is very true. Time is a great healer. :)))
Comment from humpwhistle
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A tragic story. But bittersweet, too. The bond Roy and Dog shared
is a breath of life.

Congratulations on your win.

Peace, Lee

Then, in 1985, tragedy struck when Roy died in a hunting accident--the 'then' and 'when' in this sentence is a little awkward. I'd consider dropping the 'then'.


 Comment Written 06-May-2017


reply by the author on 06-May-2017
    Thanks for reading and the grammar tip. What would I do without you, my friend?
Comment from Heather Knight
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I'm so sorry for your loss.
Your story is moving and beautiful.
Congratulations on winning the contest.
P.S I didn't know there were white German Shepherds.

 Comment Written 06-May-2017


reply by the author on 06-May-2017
    Thanks for reading and commenting. It will always hurt, but I have learned to live with it. Life goes on even after bad things happen.
Comment from Mabaker
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Ah, hell that was terrible. I am so sorry for the loss of both your Roy and Dog, animals might be the cleverest when it comes to certain, but there is no way humans can explain death to them. I hope the pain is easier now. Sincerely Anne

 Comment Written 05-May-2017


reply by the author on 06-May-2017
    Thanks for reading and commenting. It was a very long time ago this all happened. It will always hurt but I have learned to live with it now. Life goes on even after bad things happen.
Comment from robyn corum
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PBB,

I can see why you won the contest. *smile* This is a very special story though I hate the ending. It seems unfair for both your son and your pup to have lived such short lives. Thanks for sharing -- and I'm sending a hug-

 Comment Written 05-May-2017


reply by the author on 06-May-2017
    Thanks for reading and the hug. I needed it after going through those memories again. It was long ago but will always hurt.
Comment from Chrissy710
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Hi pretty bluebirds, Congratulations on your win for this well written sad story of dog and Roy. A terrible time to go through and I hope your good mempries of both of them comfort your. Well deserved Cheers Christine

 Comment Written 05-May-2017


reply by the author on 05-May-2017
    Thank you for taking the time to read and comment. It was a very long time ago, and while I will miss my son and dog forever, I have learned to live with it. Life goes on even when bad things happen.
Comment from Vijay Kumar V
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This is a great phrase, "a boy, and his dog, doing whatever boys and dogs do. " I understand Roy means a lot to you. Thanks for sharing this prose. Have a great day. Namaste

 Comment Written 05-May-2017


reply by the author on 05-May-2017
    Thanks for taking the time to read and comment. Roy was my whole life. I will miss him and Dog forever, but life goes on even when bad things happen.