Our beloved dog Zoe died last night. She gave us more than I can express and leaves a gaping hole in our lives. 
A heartfelt thanks to everyone who has expressed sympathy over Zoe’s illness. There’s no need to comment here as well. I just wanted to give Zoe a remembrance. She deserves it.
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What a wonderful time she had while you were traveling and as you settled in Maine. I raise my glass to Zoe. May she and all the pets your readers have lost meet up in heaven and have them selves a great time until we get there to throw those frisbees again. 🙂
A glass raised here too, Judy. A few glasses, actually.
What a beautiful tribute to Zoe. She was so lucky to have two loving humans to love and care for her. One day she and Blondie will meet in doggie heaven and do nothing but chase tennis balls and swim.
We were the lucky ones. Zoe did get to swim in every creek and lake we camped near from Alaska to the east coast! Too bad she and Blondie never met. Love to Blondie.
What a great tribute! She couldn’t have had greater parents! 🙂
Thanks Marian! We are going to miss her so.
I’m so glad you did this tribute for Zoe…for her and for you. Besides the other doggies in heaven, perhaps she can say hello to our 160 pound Newfy/Malamute mix, Ubu…swimming, yes!!!
Yep. I needed to do something. Here’s to all the dogs we love!
Great pictures of a happy dog. I love the kayak picture.
Zoe traveled all over with us–kayak, canoe, small plane, hiking, car, truck–always happy. She had her own seat in the kayak and took her role as spotter very seriously.
She looks splendid in it.
What a beautiful tribune to a wonderful dog…they do grow into your soul, right? Zoë had clearly th best of homes she could wish for. And you are missing your caring friend forever. Love and Peace to you, xo Johanna
Thanks Johanna. Zoe was an extraordinary dog and we miss her terribly.
My sincerest condolences. Lovely post filled with wonderful photos of a special companion. I know how tough the loss can be.
Thanks Ingrid. This loss is especially tough because we are dogless for the first time in decades.
So sorry to hear that. I know you said it’s not necessary to leave a comment here… But I feel like being selfish and thanking you for all the stories of your time together, all the adventures you shared, they made me smile even on tough days. I’m sorry that you’re in these sad ones now, with the hole left when such a loved one is gone.
Toasting the indomitable Zoe in Macedonia.
Thanks. You made me feel a little better. It’s nice to know that somewhere in Macedonia a glass is being raised to Zoe.
Sending love xx
Thanks Sam.
My commiserations, Brenda
Thank you.
So very sorry xx
Thanks. At least we still have bees.
Sending sympathy from our collective home of humans and canines…. What a grand life Zoe had with you as her companions…full of adventure and love, and no doubt a life of belly rubs. Thinking of you, denise
Thank you Denise. Zoe had a great life, no doubt. But, oh, she made our lives so much richer. And she loved her belly rubs.
You have a lovely dog and the pictures are marvellous 🙂
Thank you.
So sad, so sad! We are dealing with an old dog with health issues, and this post really touched my heart. Others in the comments section have said this, but it is worth repeating. What a fine, happy life Zoe had. And, yes, let’s raise a glass to her. As we might say in Maine, Zoe was some dog.
She was some dog, indeed. A very special being, our Zoe. Raise a glass to her, to Liam, and all the amazing dogs out there.
SO SAD ZOE HAS PASSED. HOPE YOU ARE BOTH OK. THANKS FOR SHARING STORIES OF HER, SHE WAS THE MAIN REASON I STARTED LOOKING AT YOUR BLOG.
We are both ok, although feeling a bit as if we’ve been hit by a truck. She was an extraordinary dog. We’re hoping now to find a pup or two to train up to be likewise amazing. We seem to need to have such dogs in our lives.
Wonderful, wonderful photos; thanks for sharing them.
Thank you Jean.
Over the years of reading your blog I could see that Zoe was a fantastic dog. This post is a great tribute to Zoe. I know from my recent experience in January that it’s hard to imagine but eventually you can come back to this post … scroll through the photographs and they will bring a smile to your face. My hounds and I are very sorry for your loss.
Thanks so much Steve. I know you speak from experience in losing Winston. I don’t think we will really heal until we get another dog (or two). Give your hounds a good ear scratching for me.
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Oh no….I am so terribly sorry for your loss, I can imagine the huge hole she has left!! How utterly heartbreaking…huge hugs. Clearly your friend had an utterly fantastic life, far better than many people and so loved as well. If only all dogs could have such a wonderful life. What a character too….ahhhh…..so very sorry.xxxxxxx
Thank you. Losing Zoe has been a heartbreak. She was like a person in a dog body–quite extraordinary. And you are right, she lived a life that many people would envy. George and I feel incomplete without dogs in our life and, now that we are settled in a place we love, will be taking in a few.
She was such a beautiful dog and I’m sure you will keep all the memories of her forever in your heart
Thanks so much Gin. You are right about the memories–right now it feels as if there’s a gaping hole in my heart, but eventually the memories will fill it in somewhat. And I’m glad that we captured some of those memories on this blog. We’re already in the process of looking for a new dog. We need more doggie memories.
That’s sweet. I hope you will find an adorable dog to help you fill in this gap.
Such lovely photos, you have captured the glowing spirit of your beautiful Zoe. She will always be remembered as your constant companion through the posts. She is now at peace.
Thank you. I already enjoy looking back on Zoe in the blog posts. But, oh, I miss her.