My dearest little Cami...

rygolf25 · #1 19th August 2011, 11:14 AM

Hi all,

I haven't been a regular poster over the past few years with life being so busy but on Wednesday, we lost our dearest Cami. She was 8.5 years old and was simply sunning herself in her favorite spot in the backyard when she passed away. The vet said she simply had a heart attack and went very peacefully. She was my confidant and support system through some very tough times over the past 6 years like losing my first boxer Apollo to heart cardiomyopathy, a divorce, stress of starting a new company, etc. Her constantly just being there to cuddle, give a kiss or a loving touch was just what I needed during those times. Now, I'm in a great point in my life and she's a big part of that.

On Wednesday when I found her, my wife was out of town for work and daughter at school. I let the dogs outside to play and about 10 minutes later when I went out to hang with them, she was gone. Truly couldn't have imagined a better way for her to go, that was her favorite spot.

Now we are all left with holes in our hearts with her loss, none worse than Caesar, our 4 year old fawn boy who misses her dearly. We are contstantly with him trying to console, show affection and just be there. His best friend isn't around any longer and he's heartbroken.

We'll all make it through this but it's never easy losing a member of our family. I remember a story I posted years ago when I had to put apollo to sleep, here's how I described Cami:

Cami is definitely a one of a kind dog. She has a lot of attitude but is still fairly timid. The best way I can describe her is she has an attitude at a distance. She fell in love with Apollo immediately but it took him a little longer to get used to this little annoying girl. Within a few days, they were playing and interacting like they had always been together. It was nice to see them both so happy and having such a good time with each other.

This was still true up until the end. She was loving and always had an "attitude" to people she didn't know but she was awesome. She's now in heaven with Apollo and they are running and playing. That thought makes me smile.

We love you Cami and will never forget.

RIP Cami 3/2003 - 8/17/2011

high octane · #2 19th August 2011, 01:33 PM

I am so sorry for your loss. My Odin passed away at home last monday at 11 years of what we believe to be heart failure. I understand what you are going through. It hurts so much and our girl Hurri was with him for probably a couple of hours before I got home.

Run free at the bridge Cami

RIP

Cami · #3 19th August 2011, 02:36 PM

Having lost my own Cami I know how truly devastated you are and what your family is going through.
I wish you peace.

hmdupuis · #4 19th August 2011, 03:35 PM

everytime I read a post from someone who just lost their companion I get choked up. The one thing about boxers that sucks is that they pass on one day and leave us behind. My heart goes out to you and your family.
Love always, Tyson and Heather

SevillaBrian · #5 19th August 2011, 03:49 PM

We are so sorry.

Lulu, Yolanda and Brian.

mileswilson · #6 19th August 2011, 09:03 PM

My hear is with you. I'm sad for you. Just know that we care here and feel your sorrow.

prittiegirl · #7 20th August 2011, 12:09 AM

Thoughts and love to you all...

mdreckmeier · #8 20th August 2011, 01:38 AM

I am so sorry for your loss. We lost our boy 6 months ago and are heartbroken. I wish you peace.

chrystel · #9 20th August 2011, 08:22 AM

I am so sorry for your loss

The thought of Apollo and Cami running again together is so sweet

A hug to you, your family and Caesar ...

ZoeRestorick · #10 20th August 2011, 08:37 PM

I am so sorry that you lost your sweet girl too soon, always it is too soon - she sounds amazing, but all Boxers are, yes? At least she went quickly and with no pain. She is running free at the Rainbow Bridge with my Isis and your Apollo.

I can relate to what you wrote about hard times; I have been through all of those things myself, and with a Boxer by my side, always. I could not get by otherwise.

Hugs to your family and to sweet Caesar.

Zoe

Lizzie · #11 21st August 2011, 08:19 PM

I am so sorry for your loss of Cami. My Monty also passed like this and he was so relaxed, but as he was only 8 years old I was in shock, but now I know that his passing was peaceful. I know you will never forget your wonderful Cami.

Independence · #12 22nd August 2011, 05:46 AM

I am sorry for your loss. It's never easy no matter how they go. I'm glad Cami was in her favorite spot! I hope the good memories will be a comfort to you and your family.