Cliff, please accept my condolences. As much as I would like to say something that would make you feel better I don't know of any words that will really help assuage the pain and grief that accompany such a loss. Both of you are in my prayers.
This. Right now, there's a good dog out there that needs love and a home. No, they are not a replacement. They are simply in need of what you can now give them.
Basscliff, I am terribly sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies and prayers to you and the Mrs. May you find peace and joy again very soon.
So sorry my friend. They are part of your family and the pain of a loss is terrible. Our old Shiba turned 16 on June 6 so we’re on short notice here as well. God Bless,