Coop is not. He passed on 11/12/09. I miss him. Wow, can't even begin to tell you how much. He was my pal; he slept with me, snuggled me, as I found my way through the losses of my mom and brother. He tried his best to do the same thing when I lost my son, but my boy was tired; he couldn't go on any longer. I have HUNDREDS of pics of him; love to look at them. There is NO other dog who could ever take his place, but my blue girl Leilah is trying really hard, and she's making headway. For an APBT, she has ALL of Coop's characteristics ... very laid back, loving, never chews, never makes a mess; and her fave thing is to sit in my lap or lay in our bed and lounge with me. And yes, I'm a responsible owner ... Leilah was spayed last week at 6 months old.
I almost feel that I don't have a place here anymore; my breed has changed to APBTs, but I LOVE bulldogs and always will. They ROCK. I just can't take the heartache of owning another. Cooper ROCKED the house. My husband; not a dog person, cried the day we had to put Coop down. Losing a son on Oct. 27 and Coop on Nov. 12 was a LOT to deal with.
But I also don't have a place on pit bull forums. Those folks are soooo passionate (much more than BDW ... no kidding!) and downright scary! Blues are not considered "true" APBTs because they are bred for temperament and show. Wow!
Here is Leilah; taken tonight. At 6 months, she weighed in at 60 pounds. I love her, and she's healing my broken heart, on many levels.
And Cathy M, if you read this, I love you, my friend. We need to talk.
Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Colossians 3:12
Very sorry to hear that Cooper crossed over
and also sorry that your family has suffered such losses during the past year. I hope 2010 turns out to be a wonderful year for each of you.



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Hi Sandra, I haven't been here very long but I am sure that you will always be a bulldogger at heart and more than welcome here! Your Leilah is a real beauty. I'm so, so sorry about the difficult times you've had.
Hi Sandra
I don't think we'v met yet, I just found the board in November. I can NOT imagine the pain of the losses you went through. But I'm glad you have your girl to help you heal. She is BEAUTIFUL.

Cathy
when she first came home
Oh, I was wonder how you were doing and about Cooper...I am
so sorry. And of course you still have a place here! You are one of us!
hey you !!!
you have been through way too much lately and I know how much you miss Coop and your son. Great that little JP is doing well
What about AJ? Did I miss something? I don't get on FB much lately (tax time started) and am bad at emailing to check in with people.

You always have a place here even w/o a bulldog. You are family and people miss you. And why not share some pix of your gorgeous girl - others share their non bulldog family.
Now, where's my catch up email?
Sue
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I love pitties! Saved a loose BIG blue the other day..
He was a gorgeous boy running loose olong the median of a four lane very busy highway.

I don't rescue animals because I want to feel better about myself, or morally superior to anyone. The best part of my life with animals is the humility they teach and the humanity the foster.
I saw a guy coming the opposite direction stop and jump out of his car. Then I looked ahead of me and saw the dog coming towards me. I slammed on my brakes and swerved over into the right lane to slow those cars down.
I just stopped in the middle and blocked all the traffic. The dog darted through the cars away from the guy who was trying to help catch him. I always have leashes, so I got out and went over to where the dog was. He was scared. I sweet talked him over to me and the guy was able to get the leash looped around his collar.
Only one person was angry that I stopped all the traffic. He took off going around my car along the median on the left side of my car. Everyone else gave me and the guy smiles and thumbs up.
Since I was blocking all the cars, I left the dog with the guy and got back in my car. I called 911 hoping the police would get to the scene before someone called the number on the dog's tags. I think he was a fighting dog. He had scars all around his mouth and one of those big thick spiky leather collars on.
I can still see his face and big beautiful worried eyes. I hope he is okay..
Jon Katz "Soul of a Dog"
Sandra Darlin, I don't care if you have a Poodle, GASP!
You are always a dear and needed part of my heart here on BDW. Don't you EVER feel like there isn't a place for you here. We ALL love you, and Coop was a special baby to so many of us. Our hearts broke along with your on that sad, sad day. But we are still here for you, no matter what beautiful beast you call your own:-)
My friend, don't you ever leave us.
Philippians 4:19 But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.
Amy and Sophia
Sandra...........
News like yours would have destroyed me. You're a much stronger personality than I think I could ever be. The Warden and I are so happy you're healing and have a new pup to occupy that special place that Cooper occupied. And please don't go away. We understand what you're telling us, but it's like you're a cornerstone here. We send our love and prayers for you and your family. We also know how an animal can help to comfort you in times of stress. Spoil your baby; it's your job! Peace.
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Glad to see you Sandra
You have certainly been tested these last few months. I hope things are getting better. Life is just so hard some times.
Nice to see you Deb :)
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Oh Sandra, I am so sorry about Cooper. Your support during our
loss was so meaningful, and we do miss seeing you post. I hope you will stay around and keep in touch with the many people who have come to know you through this board. You are one of the reasons I joined this community. Hugs to you and your hubby, and your new baby. She looks like she could help anyone heal
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Maggie, Moze, and Ollie
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Leilah is beautiful.....
I'm wishing for continuing healing for you.
Sandra, it's so good to hear
from you girl, she is beautiful

"Somedays you're the dog, and somedays you're the hydrant"
DEB!!!
Glad to see you're alive, lady!!
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Hey! How come we had the reunion...
After I went to bed??? lol
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Good to see you on the board, kiddo! So sorry about Coop. You know how I felt about your boy...
Olivia/Kano/Q-Ball
Oh Sandra!!---
I'm so, so sorry for all the devastating losses in your life...wow!
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Sweet Cooper...RIP! Your PB is adorable, and she sounds like a total sweetheart! Like Cesar says; the dogs that come into our lives are here for a reason.
((((HUGS!!)))
my thoughts are with you!!!
so very sorry for your losses...
much bully love~Christine, Dupree, Marley and Savannah
I wondered the same thing....
What happened to AJ? Did I miss something?
Amy and Sophia
Awwww she is so beautiful! I USE to be against the
pit bull breed until I met my sisters Pit Bull. My sister lived (she just passed away Jan.16th bless her heart)four hours away.She would tell me what a sweetheart Posh was. Well after a visit with to my sisters I fell in love with Posh. She was so loving.She would sit and lick my legs. She loved my sister so much she would sit at the door (trying to block it) when we tried to take my sister out for awhile and bark at her.When my sister came for a weekend to visit us Posh would not eat while she was gone. Posh is 11 yrs.old.My poor sister was on a vent machine in the hospital and there was no hope of her coming off of it so she decided she wanted them to turn it off.Right before they were to put her in a deep sleep so she wouldn't suffer Dottie wrote on a piece of paper a note to her 10 kids.It read I love you all and Posh. Everyday while in the hospital for a month or more she asked about Posh. Her kids promised her Posh would be taken care of. I now believe they are truly a misjudged breed. I wish I could bring Posh home to live with us but I am sure she will be happier with the family she knows. Enjoy your girl.Hugs,Gloria
Hey girl.. I miss you and she is gorgeous..please keep in touch.
I have thought of you often and all you have had handed to you in the last year... your strong faith shows !!!
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Hey Lady!!!
It's great to see you here!
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Sandra, I'm so sorry for your loss...
I know your Coop was a very special boy. I'm glad you found Leilah to help you fill the void that Coop left. Blessings...

BE MY VALENTINE
Hey, Puddin'!!!!
I'm never on here anymore (probably to the delight of many
but it's so nice to be on tonight and see you!
Just want you to know you are in my heart.
Thanks!
Leilah is a beautiful blue girl.
Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Colossians 3:12
Hey there!
I have often thought about you. It is good to see you post
Your girl Leilah is beautiful
Love the color of her coat. We are always here for you.


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Oh, Sandra...
You have been through so much, I don't know where to begin to say I am sorry for your losses. Please post here, I always love your posts. I haven't been able to be here as much anymore...
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Such a gorgeous APBT you have, what a true and clear face she has.
So nice that you got to post here...I was wondering what happened to you. I hope you have good counsel for all your traumatic losses. I genuinely feel bad for you, my friend.
Great to hear from you,
Hugs to you,
Andrea
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Thank you
That is very sweet - I have loved BDW since I found it years ago and it feels like coming home.