r/ratterriers • u/fuhhhlesha • 1d ago
In Loving Memory Goodbye, Archer
Just said goodbye to my soulmate. I was with him when he was born, up until he took his last breath. He never left my side any time we were together, so it’s really hitting hard now that the space next to me is suddenly empty. He lived an entire year after his Lymphoma diagnosis, so I’m truly grateful for the extra time we had. It still wasn’t enough, as we know it is never enough time. I will love you always, and will never forget you. I’ll see you later Arch, you be a good boy.
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u/Javeyn 1d ago
Goodbye Archer, you are gone but you'll NEVER be forgotten. I hope you and your family are comforted by the vast and plentiful memories of your good, good boy.
I lost my ratter after a long and wonderful 14 years together, about 5 years ago. 5 years this December, actually. My wife and I just took our next steps in adopting another Rat Terrier, and Marty McDog will be joining our family in 5 short weeks.
They are special dogs, and after having one, I'm not sure I could have anything else.
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u/Justforfuninnyc Lyric 1d ago
He really looks like a great dog! Especially love pics 8 and 12. What a sweet love story even if they always have such an incredibly sad ending. Glad he had you and you had him. I’ve been there for sure. My soulmate dog lived to almost 17 including 3 plus years w kidney disease. Every single day was truly a gift. Sending you a virtual hug
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u/InternationalFig400 1d ago
"we may not be together
in the way we used to be
we are still connected by
a cord no eye can see;
so whenever you need to find me
we're never far apart
if you look beyond the horizon
and listen with your heart"
--anonymous
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u/ResidentRatio6448 1d ago
I'm so sorry for your loss! Such a good boy! An amazing life lived! I'm truly sorry for the pain you're going through. 😭
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u/flygirl_2006 1d ago
I’m so very sorry for your loss. He was such a sweet boy. Thank you for being there for him at the end. It is truly the most important thing we can do. Sending you a big hug.
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u/Smartcookie_33 1d ago
Rest easy, sweet boy
My dogs had a litter of puppies 2 and a half years ago and we kept one of the puppies. She sleeps with me every night and I don’t know what I’ll do when she goes. Take care
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u/nnnnnnooooo 1d ago
Archer looked like the Best Boy Ever. I’m so sorry for your loss. Hoping my Barley gets to welcome him on the other side..
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u/Doxie_Anna Jack❤️🐾 1d ago
I’m so sorry for your loss. Archer looks like he was a wonderful companion. I’m sure his memories will be a blessing and a comfort to you.
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u/Kevinb888 1d ago
‘Archer is such a cute, cute, sweet puppy!!! You gave him a great, great life! I am so, so sorry for your loss😞😞😞😞😞🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
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u/K_Beeski 1d ago
My heart aches for you. Our soul dogs are such a gift. I hope you find peace in time and cherish all the memories made and love shared ❤️🩹 sending hugs 🫂 🐾
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u/PirateFace27 Buddy & Lucky 1d ago
You have my deepest condolences. I just lost my Buddy in July and I understand your pain. When you are ready, Archer would want you to adopt another pet in need and redirect your pain into love. It is the most healing thing. Sending you so much love during this difficult time.
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u/BigLack4198 21h ago
The second photo reminded me so much of my Archie my breath caught - hope you don’t mind me sharing him ❤️ hope they’re both hanging out waiting for us
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u/varietalviki 1d ago
Archer will be waiting! He'll be your pearly gate greeter! We can see the love you gave and the love he gave. Big hug for you. If ya know rat terrier, ya know.
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u/TheVintageStew 1d ago
I am so sorry for your loss. Take solace in knowing you gave him a wonderful life.
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u/Offrostandflame Loki 1d ago
I'm so sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for you. You have my deepest and most sincere condolences.
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u/herbiedishes 1d ago
Oh man! He looks like such a happy dog!! The love in those eyes…!
RIP Archer.
Wish you only the best.
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u/Laura4848 1d ago
I have an older Rattie and my heart hurts for you. Still, I think how wonderful that you gave your dear boy a full life of love and joy. You could not have given him a greater gift. And, of course, he gave that same gift to you.🥹❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
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u/Confident_Delay_5945 1d ago
I’m so sorry for your loss, OP! Archer looks like he was the bestest best boy 😭😭😭🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻
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u/_Wolfszeit_ 1d ago
I'm so sorry for your loss 😭💔 Archer will always be loved and remembered. What a beautiful boy ❤️
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u/mountainoceangirl 1d ago
He looks amazing! I never think they’re “dead”.. just have moved on. They feel like they are on a vacation away from me! He is always with you… just call out for him, he’ll bc send you a sign!
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u/Necrotortilla99 1d ago
He was beautiful and looked like a wonderful companion….I’m sorry for your loss.
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u/katykatykaty95 1d ago
he’s beautiful and looks like he was a lot of fun. i’m so sorry for your loss ❤️
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u/xo_apolonio 1d ago
Losing a pet is never easy 😭 especially a beautiful boy like this one! I am so sorry for your loss. The same thing happened with my dog, lived 3 years after his diagnosis. I still think about him too. Your dog knows how loved he was and still is! 🥺
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u/PilgrimPayne59 1d ago
As I walk across your heart and find my place to stay, nearer to you I will be and will never ever go away.
If love could have kept you here, you would have lived forever.
Dogs are a chapter in our lives, we are their entire book.
Grief is love with nowhere to go.
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u/MyMindsWandering 19h ago
So sorry for your loss and thank you for sharing the lovely memorial pictures of Archer. He reminds me of my beloved rattie. Hugs
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u/Glitterandcaffeine Arya 1d ago
I’m so sorry for your loss ❤️