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Memories of Hero

Hero was my partner for 7 years and my best friend for 10 and a half years. They were not sure of his age when he was issued to me in April of 1996, but we estimated him to be about 4 years old then. Hero was put to sleep on August 4, 2006 because of deteriorating health problems. He was in pain a lot of the time and limped for the past few months, and would cry even when laying down. It took him a while to find "just the right spot" to lay down comfortably. When I decided to have him put to sleep, I was insistent on finding a vet to come to my house and do it. He died at home, on his bed, and in my arms. Nothing I have ever been through has been as difficult as this was, and I doubt anything will ever be. He is missed greatly, and words alone can not express my sorrow at losing him. Hero, I miss you buddy. I hope and pray that I will see you in heaven. It's the only comfort I have right now. You will never be forgotten, and will never be replaced. I love you. I wrote a poem while anticipating having to put him down. I struggled through the tears while writing it, and cry still whenever I read it. I don't think it will ever be easy to read. The Day You Leave How will I handle the day that you leave? We've been together so long it's hard to believe. I remember the first day we met, I knew you were a great working dog, but I never realized you'd make such a great pet. A month or two later we were inseparable, and being without you will be unbearable. You've been by my side for over ten years, through good times and bad times and even some tears. You seem to understand me, like no one else has. You've been a great listener, and never let my words pass. You never let me down, you never complain, you never ask for too much, even if you're in pain. Whatever I ask of you, you do. You never question why, or need a reason to. You trust me with your life, and would give yours for mine. But as much as I love you, we're running out of time. I know you'll soon leave me and I'll never see you again, but I want you to know, you've been my best friend. I'll never forget you, or what you've meant to me. I won't forget our time together, as long as it may be. The day you leave I'll begin to search for another, I know this will be difficult, like losing a brother. I will have to be strong, and not look for only his wrong. Even though it won't be you, I know he will need my love too. I will always compare you to him, and I promise I will try to let him in, to that part of my life I reserved for you. I am sure he won't be exactly like you, but I know he will have his good points too. Though it won't be the same without you here, I'll always love you Hero, and keep you near. You're a part of my life that will never die, and the day that you leave I know I will cry. With what's left of our time, we'll continue to play, and I'll try not to think about that day. The day that you leave me, and go far away, the day that my Hero flies away. By: Greg Bowser for K-9 Hero August 4, 2006 GUARDIANS OF THE NIGHT Trust in me my friend, for I am your comrade. I will protect you with my last breath. When all others have left you, and the loneliness closes in, I will be at your side. Together we will conquer all obstacles, and search out those who might wish harm to others. All I ask of you is compassion, the caring touch of your hands. It is for you that I will selflessly give my life, and spend my nights unrested. Although our days together may be marked by the passing of the seasons, know that each day at your side is my reward. My days are measured by the coming and going of your footsteps. I anticipate them at the opening of the door. You are the voice of caring when I am ill, the voice of authority over me when I've done wrong. Please do not chastise me unduly, for I am your right arm, the sword at your side. I attempt to do only what you bid of me, I seek only to please you and remain in your favor. Together you and I shall experience a bond that only others like you will understand. When outsiders see us together, their envy will be measured by their disdain. I will quietly listen to you, and pass no judgment. Nor will your spoken words ever be repeated, as I will remain ever silent, ever vigilant, ever loyal. And when our time together is done, and you move on in the world remember me with kind thoughts and tales. For a time we were unbeatable, nothing passed amongst us undetected. If we should ever meet again on another field, I will gladly take up your fight. I am a Police Working Dog, and together We are Guardians of the Night Here are a few emails that friends from work have sent me. Greg, I was saddended to hear about this morning about the death of your K9 partner. Only someone that has worked and lived with a working dog for a long period of time, and then had to deal with the passing of that partner, can understand the sense of grief and loss you are experiencing today. You are in our thoughts and prayers today. Best regards, Ron -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Greg, Sorry to hear about your loss. Having a friend that we have spent so much time with and just seems to go, hurts and will hurt for a long time. Always remember He was a part of your life, a part that can never be replaced, but will be in your thoughts everytime you need him. Please take sometime for yourself, and always remember him being with you. Yours, Bruce -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Greg I know Hero could have not had a better human partner. Thats what made the team special, when you two became ONE. My prayers are with you and with Hero now and always. May God bless you and keep you safe always. Take care, Julio PS: Remember, not everyone is lucky enough to have a K-9 Guardian Angel watching over them. Please also visit Ivo.

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