Sentry, Baymule’s Livestock Guard Dog RIP 11-11-24

[Kiki]

Sentry was ill once again with a mysterious illness that the vets have never been able to identify. He died Monday November 11, 2024.

I have fought for him, beginning with hip dysplasia surgery when he was only 9 months old. He nearly died 2 years ago from sickness that the vets couldn’t figure out what was killing him. He pulled through and recovered. He had another episode of it a year ago and the vets suggested it could be some kind of autoimmune disease. Whatever it is, this time he didn’t make it.

He has been such a good dog, in a body that didn’t work for him. He had such heart, loved me fiercely, adored my granddaughters and loved his work. I’m grieving but grateful that he came into my life.

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Oh caca.
I am so sorry to hear this dummy passed.

My black dog died on Monday too,

 

[blessedfarmgirl]

I am so sorry! I didn't see the change in the journal name until today, so I was expecting another Sentry turtle story, not this. Sentry was a big blessing to you and to everyone who knew him. He fought the good fight, he worked hard, he loved hard as only a dog can, and now he has earned his rest. He will forever be in our hearts.

 

[Baymule]

Yesterday I lost it. I’ve been trying to keep it together but the dam broke. I bawled, sobbed and the tears rolled. Where was my huggy boy? When BJ died and I finally got the strength to make it to the sheep barn, I spent hours there. Sentry was right by my side. I hugged him while tears rolled down my face and he licked them off my face. He pressed himself against me trying to comfort me and I squeezed him to absorb all his love.

Yep, Sentry is BJs dog now. I miss them. Yesterday I grieved for both of them.

@Kiki im so sorry that your friend is gone. What love there is wrapped up in a dog suit. What pure devotion, we can only hope to love with such pureness of heart like a dog loves with every cell in his body. Big hugs to you my friend.

 

[SageHill]

He will follow you around until he knows you will be ok. You may be lucky to catch glimpses of him.

 

[Blue Sky]

@Baymule. You have my heartfelt condolences. Thank you for sharing him with us. I know you’ll miss him but take comfort from knowing that he’s safe, well and reunited.

 

[HomeOnTheRange]

So sorry @Baymule. All I can do is send one long and massive virtual hug.

 

[Blue Sky]

@Kiki Im so sorry for your loss too.

 

[Finnie]

Aw, rats. My heart sank when I saw the change in the title.

For all his health problems, Sentry sure made one heck of a guardian dog. I’m sorry you lost him so soon. Goodbye brave dog with a heart of gold.

 

[Kiki]

Yesterday I lost it. I’ve been trying to keep it together but the dam broke. I bawled, sobbed and the tears rolled. Where was my huggy boy? When BJ died and I finally got the strength to make it to the sheep barn, I spent hours there. Sentry was right by my side. I hugged him while tears rolled down my face and he licked them off my face. He pressed himself against me trying to comfort me and I squeezed him to absorb all his love.

Yep, Sentry is BJs dog now. I miss them. Yesterday I grieved for both of them.

@Kiki im so sorry that your friend is gone. What love there is wrapped up in a dog suit. What pure devotion, we can only hope to love with such pureness of heart like a dog loves with every cell in his body. Big hugs to you my friend.

I haven't lost it yet. I'm not looking forward to losing it. Hang in there girlfriend.

 

[peteyfoozer]

OMG, No. I am so, so very sorry. There is no good time for goodbye. I understand how gut wrenching his loss must be and I wish you weren’t hurting so much. I’m sorry I wasn’t here for you like you’re always here for me.
It might not be any consolation but I actually do think we will see them again. The lion will lie down with the lamb, Jesus is coming on a white horse, all creation groans, He cares for the sparrow, counts and saves every tear…I don’t think He wastes anything. Animals are not created in His image and don’t need redemption, they cannot sin. He even judges us on how we care for them. I find no evidence that we will not see them if we ourselves are redeemed.
You will not be found wanting.
Godspeed, Sentry