Saturday, May 16, 2015

Sad Sad Saturday

Our favorite doggie, Ande had to go to the bridge on Friday. She had terrible arthritis and a pulled Cruciate ligament. On Thursday afternoon, she fell on some stairs and that made things worse. She was in a lot of pain. We tried all kinds of pain killers and it got to the point where she couldn't get up and down the stairs.
Ande was such a special dog. She loved each and every cat here,she even tried to herd the cats when she was young.After all she is a Border Collie. She loved all people and she even loved children. She was very devoted to the Mom and would never leave her side. 
                                                               

Here is Ande taking care of one of her many cats. This is LG keeping Ande company, 
And by the way, Ande's name comes from when Mom got her as a small puppy, she had just moved to Anderson, S.C. and so the name Ande.
Ande did like job of herding sheep, so she just stuck to herding cats. 
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Happy Saturday to all

108 comments:

  1. LOVE to you ... wrapped in a really big hug.

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  2. That is just so very sad. That dear Ande will sure be missed by Mom and all the kitties. We send much love and hugs to all of you.

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  3. Oh Marg, I'm so sorry to hear that you've lost your dear old friend. Ande was such a special dog.
    Love and sympathy from Maggie

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  4. So sorry to hear your sad news. Sending you lots of luffa and hugs
    Loves and licky kisses
    Princess Leah xxx

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  5. I'm so sorry about Ande. Hugs to you from me, and purrs from Allegra and Ruby.

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  6. What terrible news. I am so sorry for you loss. Sending lots of hugs from the Painter Pack kitties and doggies.

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  7. I'm so sorry Marg. I loved Ande, even long distance. It was clear she was sweet and loyal and a good friend to everyone around her. Hope the kitties know where to go without her around.

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  8. I was so sad when I saw this news! I know how much all your animals mean to you but Ande was special and her unique way with the others will be so much missed! A big hole has been left! Hugs, Caro xx

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  9. Dear Auntie Margie,
    We are so sad to hear that Ande had to go. We know that she is running in the tall grass, like a pup with Jasmine and all those who have gone before. We know that you and all of Ande's kitties are sad.
    we are purring for you.
    Love, TK, Pip and Dee

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  10. Dear Auntie Margie,
    We are so sad to hear that Ande had to go. We know that she is running in the tall grass, like a pup with Jasmine and all those who have gone before. We know that you and all of Ande's kitties are sad.
    we are purring for you.
    Love, TK, Pip and Dee

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  11. We are so sorry that your beloved Ande has had to go the the Bridge Marg and we know you will miss her so very much. The blessing is that she is now pain free and will roam freely over Rainbow Bridge.
    Love, Sue and purrs Hannah and Lucy xx xx

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  12. We're so sorry. Hugs, purrs, and prayers to you all.

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  13. Oh Marg, we are so very sorry to hear about Ande. We know she was struggling but still hanging in there. But it is the power of our love for our furries that lets us know when it is time to let them go. We so understand how much you are missing her already. They really do touch us so very deeply. We know that Ande will live forever in your heart. Soft woos and gentle hugs from all of us.

    Hugs and Woos - Ciara and Lightning and Mom

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  14. Marg I am so sorry… I know how sad and hard it is…

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  15. We heard this very VERY sad news... We are so very sorry for your loss.

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  16. Marg we are all so very sad sweet Ande had to leave you...she was clearly sent with a lot of love on her journey..please accept our deepest sympathy and gentle hugs...Bev xxx

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  17. Such sad news for everyone. We just know Ande is herding all the kitties at the Bridge now. We will miss her so much. She was our favorite woofie. Hugs to Mom Marg, all the kitties and Joe and Smoke on your loss.

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  18. Marg, I am deeply sorry that Ande had to leave all of us. I know how loved she is and how she loved you and all the cats there. She has been such a loving companion all this time and I know the heartbreak, we all do here in the Blogosphere. Please accept my condolences. They are sincere and heartfelt. Sending a lot of love and warm comforting hugs right to you. <3

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  19. We are so sorry to hear the sad news. We are sure that Ande was loved and will be missed. Peace.

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  20. Awful indeed, sorry to hear about poor Ande. One awesome dog she was, sure the cats shall miss her too.

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  21. Such sad news. We're sending hugs and purrs from all of us.

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  22. She sounds like a very pawsome dog. We're very sorry to hear of her passing.

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  23. I am so sorry for the loss of Ande, she was such a sweetie.

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  24. I am so sorry Marg. Ande was a special dog who loved everyone, and was loved by all in return. My thoughts are with you.

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  25. We are so very sorry and sending purrs

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  26. We are so very sorry that Ande had to go to the Bridge. She was such a special dog, who will be loved and remembered always. We send love, and gentle purrs and prayers of comfort.

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  27. We are so sorry to hear about Ande.
    We know she will be missed greatly by you and all of the critters.
    Sending you comforting purrs and headbumps.
    Purrs Georgia and Julie,
    Treasure and JJ

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  28. So very sorry for your loss. I know that pain too.

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  29. So very sorry for your loss. I know that pain too.

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  30. We are so very sorry to hear about Ande! We know you are missing her greatly. We bet she's at the Bridge herding all the little kitties right now.

    Hugs,
    Lily Belle & Muffin

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  31. many many hugs to you! and kleenex! I send you virtual kleenex and lots of it! I have always enjoyed the tales of Ande and the kitties. ((hugs))

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  32. Marg, I am very sorry to hear that Ande has passed. I know she has had a hard time lately, as she was getting old. Still....it is hard to see your friend go. Know that I am thinking of you today and adding you to my prayers. I'm sure and the kitties will miss Ande very, very much.

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  33. Oh Marg - I am so very sorry to hear Ande had to cross the Bridge. What a beautiful, loyal, and devoted companion she was. My heart is with you... Purrs from Deb and the Zee and Zoey Gang

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  34. Marg, we are so sad that Ande had to leave for the Bridge. Thank you for giving her a wonderful life and loving her so much. xx

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  35. Awwww Marge. We are so so sorry. Sweet angel Ande was such a gorgeous star, such a good heart and a beautiful soul. We are so so sorry. Take care
    x

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  36. Marg, we were so sad to hear about Ande. We know how special she was and how much you loved her. We also know that she was a very lucky dog to have you, the kitties and the donkeys; her loving family.It's difficult to say good-bye to a loyal friend but it is the kindest thing to do when they are suffering. You did right by her. Rest in peace dear Ande. You were loved.

    Love and hugs to you Marg. We are thinking of you and know how tough this all is.

    Sophie and the critters in the cottage xo

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  37. Marg we are so very very sorry to hear about Ande. We all know how very special she was and how everyone there loves her. Sending you tons of luvs and a huge {{hug}} from Mom.
    Marty and the Gang

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  38. We are so very sorry to hear that your sweet Ande has gone to the Bridge. Sending love and hugs.
    With deepest condolences,
    Angel Normie, Mika, Sasha & Grady Lewis

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  39. You are so correct it is a sad sad saturday and we are so deeply sorry to hear that sweet Ande crossed the RB. Our hearts and prayers go out to you as we know Ande was so near and dear to your heart and to the hearts of so many. We will keep you in our prayers.

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  40. We were saddened to hear of the loss of your sweet Ande. We can tell she was a special dog.
    sending lots of pug hugs
    Mr Bailey, Hazel & Mabel

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  41. We are so sorry to hear about Ande. We know how much you all loved her. She will be so missed. We send you all...especially your mom...comforting purrs.

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  42. So sorry to hear that sweet Ande had to leave. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers sweet Marg. Warm hugs and gentle nose kisses from Pooh and family

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  43. We're so sorry to hear that Ande has crossed the Bridge. We send you comforting purrs and gentle headbutts. Purrs

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  44. We are so very sorry to hear about Ande crossing over. Many hugs and purrs and purrayers to you and all the kitties and donkeys at this time.

    Luf, All of us at Forty Paws, and Maw

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  45. We are so sorry Ande was needed at the Bridge but are sure he is healed and perfect in every way, and finding lots of our friends to gather around him. Sending soft purrs and lots of hugs.

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  46. I'm so very sorry about Ande - I know the kitties will miss her a lot too. :-(

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  47. We're so sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved Andy, dear Marg, Kitties and donkeys. Sending Pawkisses for comfort <3

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  48. This is so very sad. And even more sad because we have an old dog with so many health issues. I've thought about you since you told me about this yesterday.

    Big healing hugs honey. Love you dearly. :)

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  49. It must have been fun to watch Ande try to herd cats. What great memories you have of her. We are sorry for the loss of such a loving companion.

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  50. Oh Marg! We are devastated! Although no words can help to ease the loss. You will always remember your fond memories of her and keep them forever close in your heart. We send you our strength and our love.
    Nellie and Mommy

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  51. Ande was smart enough to know one can't herd cats. So sad to hear she has gone to the RB. She'll be missed so much.

    We're sending hugs and purrs your way.

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  52. I'm so sorry for your loss of beautiful Ande!
    much love & hugs,
    Marie

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  53. I heard about Ande yesterday and am so sad to hear the news :( Sorry she had to go, but she sounds like she was such a great dog. I know she'll be missed by everyone over there.

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  54. We're very sorry about Ande having to go to the Bridge. We know she and Sadie are up there comparing kitty stories! Hugs to your mom.

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  55. We were such huge fans of Ande, whose relationship with her kitties was so much like that of Tommy with the Chans, and are more than sad at her loss. Our deepest condolences.

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  56. We are so sorry to hear about Ande, and we send our purrs that you will find comfort in your memories. She was loved and loved in return. Mom bean sends hugs.

    Sasha, Sami, & Saku

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  57. I am so sorry to read this Marg. Ande was a wonderful dog and it always made me smile to see how good she was with the cats.
    Run free beautiful girl.
    Lynne x

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  58. We're so sorry for your loss. Ande was an amazing doggie and a friend to animals and humans alike - she will be greatly missed.

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  59. I'm so sorry. Ande sounds like a truly amazing dog, friend and very loyal companion to her mom and all the kitties.

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  60. I am so sorry to hear about Ande. It's always so hard to lose such a gentle soul that was a big part of your life. Sending hugs your way. I'm sure that Duke was there to greet Ande at Rainbow Bridge.

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  61. We are just devastated by this sad, sad news. We are so terribly sorry. What a great woofie. It takes a special woofie to be friends with cats, donkeys, people and all other animals, and Ande was THAT special dog. We are sooo deeply, deeply sorry Much love from Caren, Dakota and Cody

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  62. Godspeed to you Ande; and His strength to your mom during this very difficult time; we know how much you meant to mom, the cats, smoke, joe and all your friends. We are truly sorry and send our sincerest sympathies. loves from all of us and our mom too. XXX

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  63. Sweet Ande. We are so sorry she had to fly away. But Mom Marg did the right thing to free her from her pain. Run free, dear Ande. Say hello to Audrey for us.

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  64. I left a comment, but now don't see it., Our hearts are breaking for you Marg. I know how much you loved Ande and the kitties too. He was one very special dog. At least he doesn't have to suffer now, and we hope that brings you some peace of mind. M sends big HUGS and wishes she could do more.

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  65. Oh, I am so sorry to hears abouts sweet Ande. What a sweet puppers...I knows she is running and herding and having lots of funs with no pain today at the Bridge.
    Sendin' you lots of {{{hugs}}} and AireZens
    Kisses,
    Ruby ♥

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  66. We is so sowry Ande had to go away fwum y'all. She is no longer feeln' any pain but will twuly be missed. She will be membered in da hearts of all those she touched and liv on in da memowirs and bits and bytes of da innewnet furever. Weez sendin' lots of purrayers and hugs yous way.

    Luv ya'

    Dezi and Lexi

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  67. We're so terribly sad to read of Ande's passing and are sending soft purrs to you Marg and to you all. It will take a long time to get used to her absence. :-(

    (((Hugs))) and peace.

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  68. Oh, Marg, we're so sorry to learn that Ande crossed the Rainbow Bridge. She was a beautiful dog, and we loved reading about how she took care of the kitties especially at roundup time.

    Karen and The Boys (Christopher and Phillip)

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  69. Me and my mom-person are so sorry to hear about sweet Ande.
    Sending lots of gentle (((purrs))) and huggies

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  70. So sorry that Ande had to go to the Rainbow Bridge!
    Lots of love and hugs to you all,
    Your TX furiends,
    Samantha & Mom

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  71. I’m here to pay my respects to Ande. *bows head* She will be missed by all in the CB and beyond. Sending healing purrz to those she left behind.

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  72. I am broken hearted to hear this and we send all our love and condolences to all of you that Ande loved and herded. I just loved seeing Ande loving all his feline chums and for that to be reciprocated by them.
    RedSetter, Magic and Red

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  73. We are sending you all a million purrs, headbonks, and love. Ande was such a special doggie--she will be missed by all of us.

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  74. Howdy mates. We heard from the OP Pack your Ande has passed to the Rainbow Bridge. Sending sincere sympathy to you all.
    No worries, and love, Stella and Rory

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  75. Oh Marg....we are so so sad to read about your precious Ande...what a sweet doggie she was to every creature she met. May you be comforted by all the special memories she gave you....
    Love from the cozy cottage

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  76. We can tell, from your words, that Ande was something special. We are so very sorry you lost such a special, and extraordinary dog.

    Rest pain free Ande.

    The Dash Kitten crew

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  77. Oh we are so, so sad and sorry to hear about Ande's passing. She was such a special dog and such a good friend to all of you. We send you Marg and every kitty our gentlest purrs and will hold you all in our hearts and thoughts.


    Be Well Sweet Ande

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  78. We are so very, very sad to hear this. She was a kind and gentle soul and a guardian to all the heart's around her. Mom is sending a big hug your way.

    Abby Lab

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  79. Our hearts are breaking for you. We know all too well how the pain of losing a furkid strikes so deeply into the heart. (((hugs)))

    The Florida Furkids and Mom Sharon

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  80. Anda was a beautiful woofie--she really was a special girl with love for everyone who came into her life, especially her Mama, Marg. You gave her a wonderful life, and I am sending you my very best purrs of comfort, as I know how much you must miss your gorgeous Ande. XOXOXOXOXOX

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  81. Oh, Marg I am so very sorry you've lost your sweet Ande! She was so gorgeous and I know you are hurting. I'm sending healing vibes and warm hugs to all of you. OMD I'm so very sad.
    Grr and a Mournful Woof,
    Sarge, Furiend

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  82. Marg, We are so sorry to hear about Ande. May she have the best time running and playing over the Bridge. Many prayers and purrs for you and the rest of the gang. Again so sorry that Ande went to the Bridge.

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  83. Marg, I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your dear Ande. You were the best mom and it's a sad time indeed. Sending you soft clouds of comfort during the grieving time. You are blessed to be part of community that loves and understands what pet love and loss means.

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  84. So sorry for your loss. Sendin purrs and big hugs.

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  85. We're so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear friend. We have a doggie who loves cats, too, and we know how special they are. Sending you lots of comfort. layla is right - this community is such a blessing. hugs and love - Alana and Crepes.

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  86. Oh No Marg.....We just now got back home from visiting with Shelly most of the day and this is the first post I saw when I turned on the computer. This is such a shock and I'm so very sorry. Ande was with you for such a long time so I know you have a lot of very good memories to hold on to. Those memories will always be in your heart.
    Ande, I know you'll take very good care of all the kitties at the Bridge.

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  87. We know your hearts are broken and we are so sad at this news.
    We wish there was something to say that could help,,, but there is nothing,
    You gave Ande a wonderful home!
    love
    tweedles

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  88. We are so very sorry for your loss and are sending prayers for comfort and peace...
    Hugs,
    Mama Beth, Dory & the Boyz

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  89. Rest in peace, Ande.

    Luv, Angel Keisha and Murphy the Poodle

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  90. RIP, Ande. You brought a lot of happiness and comfort. xo

    Love and licks,
    Cupcake

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  91. Marg, we are so sorry to hear about sweet Ande. Sending soft purrs and prayers to you all.

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  92. We were so very sad to hear about the loss of Ande from your household........we didn't know her but she sounds like a VERY special pup who brought you a lot of love and happiness.

    Hugs, Sammy and Pam

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  93. I'm so sorry to hear about Ande. I can see from these pictures how special she was and dedicated and loving to the cats. I know she will continue to watch over all of you. Sending you lots of love and support across the miles. Run free, dear Ande ...

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  94. Sending you luvs and luvs and luvs guys.
    Luvs Freya Rose Blossom and her mum x

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  95. Thinking of you and hoping the kitties will help you heal from the loss of Ande. With deepest sympathy,

    Cats of Wildcat Woods

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  96. We are so very sorry for your loss. Linda,Pepper, and Dublin

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  97. So very sorry Ande had to leave you. Sending you purrs and headbonks.

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  98. Just want to say sorry to hear about Ande

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  99. Mee-you Lady Marg wee here at thee Purrfect Pad send our sympaffiess to you over thee loss of Ande.. Shee sure was beeuteefull an thee fact shee luvved katss iss so speshell.
    Mee will say purrayerss fur her journey to Pure Land where her spirit will bee free of sufferin....
    Wee iss turriblee sorry.... :(
    ***paw patss**( Purrince Siddhartha Henry an LadyMum xxx

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  100. So very sorry for this huge loss to your life, Marg and for the loss all your other babies are feeling over Ande's passing...Ande was a beautiful girl with a special, sweet soul and I know she is missed beyond words; wishing you all comfort during this sad time...Ande is pain free, a puppy again at the Bridge and I strongly feel she will be watching over all of you that she so preciously loved as your special Angel...Big hugs to you, dear Marg...xoxo...J, Calle, Halle, Sukki, Mommy Cat, Daddy Cat

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  101. Please accept my condolences.

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  102. I was without Internet all weekend so am just seeing this. I am so very sorry to hear you lost Ande. She sounds like a wonderful and sweet dog. I am sure you will all miss her.

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  103. I just learned about Ande's passing. What a terrible thing. I loved seeing pictures of Ande with the cats. She loved all of them, and they clearly loved her. What trust. What a rare dog. Godspeed, Ande. You will be missed by all species.

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  104. We just learned today about your loss. We are beyond sorry and can only imagine the huge hole Ande leaves in your heart. We send you many soft and loving and comforting purrs - and wish we could help take the hurt away....

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  105. We are sending you all love and rumbly purrs, we are so sorry that Ande had to leave, she was a remarkable doggy friend. We hope that happy memories of Ande fill your heart with smiles soonest

    Love from
    Mungo, jet & The Ape xx

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  106. Ande, was a very special girl. Comforting purrs and paws of sympathy for the family and friends she left behind.

    Thanks for telling us how she got her name.

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  107. I know I'm terribly late, but I wanted to say how very sorry I am for your loss. Hugs and prayers and purrs from all of us.

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