January of 2009, we made the 6 our drive to St. Louis to pick up our second Yellow Lab...Daughters named him Zeke.

We have been through a lot together. He didn't hunt as much as his predecessor, as my daughters were just getting in to sports...and I divorced their Mom shortly after we got Zeke.

The daughters and this little guy lived with me full time.
 

Twelve and a half years later, we've expanded our family (the current Mrs. Daubs, and her two boys), added a canine brother in Spotz, moved houses, graduated three of the four from high school...one finishing college next year, another finishing graduate degree next year.

Old Zeke (aka, Mr. Floppy Ears), has been a great companion and part of our family!

We have spent the past few days eating all the things you shouldn't feed a dog (ice cream, cookies, chips) sleeping on the bed, and getting lots of love from everyone in the house.

His last visit to the shop this morning...

 

Zeke will be missed...

2 minutes ago, DaubsNU1 said:

January of 2009, we made the 6 our drive to St. Louis to pick up our second Yellow Lab...Daughters named him Zeke.

We have been through a lot together. He didn't hunt as much as his predecessor, as my daughters were just getting in to sports...and I divorced their Mom shortly after we got Zeke.

The daughters and this little guy lived with me full time.
 

Twelve and a half years later, we've expanded our family (the current Mrs. Daubs, and her two boys), added a canine brother in Spotz, moved houses, graduated three of the four from high school...one finishing college next year, another finishing graduate degree next year.

Old Zeke (aka, Mr. Floppy Ears), has been a great companion and part of our family!

We have spent the past few days eating all the things you shouldn't feed a dog (ice cream, cookies, chips) sleeping on the bed, and getting lots of love from everyone in the house.

His last visit to the shop this morning...

 

Zeke will be missed...

 

Looks like Zeke had a full and happy life. Sorry for your loss. There is no more devotion than a dog can give. I have 4 of them sleeping all around me right now as I type this on my computer.

Sorry for your loss of Zeke.i’m sure he had a great life thanks to you and your family

This is sad.  Reminds me of my current dog, a 9 year old british yellow lab.  She looked almost exactly like your dog did when she was a puppy too.  May Zeke rest in peace.  Its the memories that you'll have for a lifetime @DaubsNU1.

Having had to put down our Golden Retriever, Lucky, a few months ago, I know the pain one feels.  They're not just a pet, they become part of the family.  Our Yorkie is probably in her last year and i'm not looking forward to that day.

Condolences for your loss.

It may be hard for some to understand,

how our friendships with dogs go hand and hand.

Together you formed a unique and special bond.

 You've laughed, played, cared and shared,

I'm saddened for you that Zeke's has passed on. 

 

A-Jay

Dadgumit, I hate seeing these threads! So sorry for your loss!!!! Enjoy the memories, sounds like Zeke was a great friend!

Awe shucks, I hate reading these posts. Sorry for your loss. 

Sorry for your loss.

It’s a little dusty in here. 
 

Sorry for your loss. Hardest thing I’ve ever had to do. 

Sorry for your loss, but the sadness is tempered by the memories you will always keep of the full and happy life he shared with you.

That sucks

Very sorry for your loss.   Beautiful dog.  Labs are the best.

Sorry for your loss. Good dogs never live long enough.

Sorry For Your Loss.

Sorry for your loss. I know I miss mine. 

So sorry for your loss.  Our lab went to her reward 25 years ago, and we miss her every day.

Sorry for your loss and I feel for you and your family. Our "Jack" pass close to 25 years ago. He was a Chocolate. Pet loss is tough. 

RIP, Zeke.

 

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Not long ago, we lost our yellow lab, Lady. 12 yrs a loyal trusted friend,  bank fishing companion, and all around great dog. We're still saddened when we think about all the good times this dog brought into our lives. I'm sorry for your loss. I understand the feeling.

Sorry for your loss. I don’t look forward to this day with our dog. 

I'm sad for you . I love dogs . When my "Kayan" died , I lost a partner .

RIP Zeke. @DaubsNU1 bless you and your family. I'm sure that Zeke knew that his family loved him.

This is very sad but just remember that all dogs go to heaven! ?

Beautiful dog. I'm sure he has left you with a lot of memories. My condolences.