For all he’s brought to me, he’s brought to others. A page for all of the people who have come into our lives over the past 10 years. Pictures of some, thoughts from others…
Corky and Cain all smiles
Cain, Bear and the Boys
Cain's Good Buddy Rene
A Good Looking Threesome
Rich Gasparian - Cain's Hollywood Connection
Cain and His Camping Buddy Newt
Cain and Dr. Todd Rezac
A Rest with Uncle Lenny
Kenny on the left, Newt on the right
Headlock by Rexanne
Tug of War with Ken
Fabulous Pet Photographer Kristin Adams
Me and My Snow Dog
Cain's Buddy Larry
Kayla, Cain and Bear
Our Great Friend Patty
Lewis and Bark's Carrie
Laura Rethoret of Best Friends
Cain was a dog that everyone at Deer Creek Animal Hospital knew. We all knew how truly wonderful he was. He always lite up my day whenever he came in. He gave the best hugs and always lifted everyone’s spirits.
It was a privilege to have known him. There will be no other like him.
He will be truly missed by this Veterinary Assistant.
Love you Cain, I know you will be watching over your family at home and at Deer Creek Animal Hospital.
God Bless.
It’s difficult to think of a memory while being your next-door neighbour for two years that doesn’t involve Cain-o. Between Sadie and Cain perching their heads over the dog-run fence to great us in the yard, baby-sitting kyle, and all the slobber-covered pants (and yet somehow I never learned to not where the nice pants when I came to visit), I’d have to say one of my most favourite memories of Cain is when Kelly discovered Doggles. It was a warm summer night, and somehow Cain ended up wearing Kyle’s T-shirt, boxers, and of course the doggles. Needless to say, the outfit didn’t stay on for long, just long enough to get the photos.
Cain, you will be missed!
What good’s a dog who’s tongue is so short he can hardly feed himself, can’t drink out of a water dish, can’t lick the slobber off his mouth and who’s best bark is a muffled ‘woof’?
Good as gold!
Who’d love a scrawny dog that looked like a cartoon critter when he loped along with his legs flailing and his ears flopping?
I did!
Who’ll miss a dog that wiped slobber on your pants, shed hair on your couch and snuck up behind you and stuck his cold snotty nose on your bare arm?
I will …
It hurts to see this; I’m so sorry. I lost my Jasper Beau years ago and I’m still sitting here with tears in my eyes at the thought of him. Jazz was my heart, and I felt like it was ripped out. I think dogs are hard to lose because they become so much a part of us; we feel as though we lose something vital when they are gone. He taught me sooo much … so I try to focus on that. Also I try to focus on the funny things and the good memories. I know it will take time, but it looks like many hearts are with you.
xoxo
(Ken’s cousin)
Oh Kelly…I’m so sorry for your loss. I’ve gone through this same sorrowful experience too many times, but I always remember the wonderful times I’ve had with my pets, and am thankful that I stayed with them to the end, holding them and reminding them how much they were loved. I, too, had the good fortune of having Deer Creek Animal Hospital in our lives. What wonderful people there! Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you, and KNOW how lucky Cain was to have you as his “Mom”. Your blog was beautiful and emotional. You’re am amazing writer. Another talent to tap into, perhaps? Love, Pam
Cain was unique to me immediately. I work with people who are deaf and hard of hearing, so his particular set of skills was like a beacon to me. I found him to be caring, and like ths humans who have similar skills, he seemed amazingly sensitive with regard to all other senses. It is beings like Cain who remind us all that everyone has something to give, and given a loving environment and place to shine that gift is more than amazing. For his humans, I wish peace and comfort in the journey forward. For Cain I am grateful for his presence in the world, and wish him peace wherever he may be now.
When I photographed Cain in May, I was so impressed with his happy-go-lucky personality and how playful he was. My heart felt instantly connected to you both, reminding me of my love for and trials with my own dog, Chino. Even though Cain was sick, I would have never guessed it. We had such a great time – my favorite session to this day! It was magical and we will cherish every image from it, forever.
My dearest Kelly, my heart aches for you as I sit here crying and trying to write something meaningful. I send you all my love and want you to know how grateful I am to have known him, even for a short while. I am even more grateful to him for bringing us together. I am here for you, whatever you need – please don’t hesitate to ask.
Love,
Kristin
Anyone who knows Kelly and I knows that we have more pets than the average household. Horses, dogs, chickens… all of them have their special place.
But Cain was different. He had a wisdom deeper than the others. He was gentle, extremely loyal and “patient as a post”. I lived with Cain for most of his life and witnessed a relationship that I will savor and learn from forever. I saw the depth of truly unconditional love, and that it was present in both species. I saw trust and companionship, courage and compassion. Then I heard chimes in the wind.
Life has changed. We are left a void. Heartbroken and hurting. But the two white dogs made it safe and are urging you to carry through with the passion and dedication that you are capable of.
Cain’s time with you was meant to inspire you – to give you a reason to follow your heart and your dreams. Let him.
I love you so much Kelly K!
-ken
I have so many wonderful memories of my doggy friend,Cain.
My family and I had the greatest opportunity of living beside
Ken & Kelly and their 3 dogs, Casey, Sadie and Cain for 2 ½ years. The dog run was between our houses. Cain and Sadie were always standing at the fence with greetings for us. I’ll never forget the sound of Cain’s…..’woof’….when he wanted attention. One night Sadie got stuck underneath the fireplace hearth and could not free herself. It was Cain who came to her rescue. He barked and barked until my husband, Rene came to his attention and freed Sadie from her dilemma. Cain was a Hero and Friend to save his buddy, Sadie!
Cain also loved women! One day, Judd came outside to shoot some hoops in the driveway and Cain followed behind to play. My daughters and I were sitting on our porch next to the driveway and when Cain saw us, he came over. After his wet greeting of slobbery kisses, he laid down and chilled with us as we watched Judd. Judd looked at Cain and asked him if he came out to be with him or the girls. Cain just gave a look, as if to say, ‘I’m staying right here with these women.’
Another memory was around late fall when Rene had just come home from overseas and he was up on the ladder in the front yard hanging our Christmas lights. Cain came “pony prancing” outside to greet us and Rene said “hello” to Cain. Well, he was so “excited” to see Rene he almost climbed the ladder to greet him.
They say dogs have short memories, but I disagree. When our family moved overseas, we saw Ken & Kelly and the dogs every summer. Those dogs still remembered who we were and Cain would be so ‘happy’. Pony prancing and lots and lots of slobbery kisses! We never had clean clothes after a visit. One day I came over to the house and I was wearing white shorts as Ken/Kelly and Rene and I were going out. I didn’t want Cain’s slobbery kisses on my shorts,
so I wrapped a towel around me. I think Ken & Kelly thought I had lost or forgot something!
Cain was such an affectionate, loveable and happy-go-lucky dog.
He had such a unique personality you think he was almost human in his mannerisms. I will truly miss this four-legged friend.
Cain …..Rest in Peace in Doggie Heaven! I love you!
Kelly…… Cain was so blessed to have you in his life.
You were his true, ‘Mom’.
No words can express my sorrow to you. I am deeply saddened and
I wish I was there to help you pick up the pieces but only time will mend your heart with beautiful memories of Cain. Thinking of you and take care.
Love, Patty
After pretty much growing up with Cain this is a tough loss. Like Megan one of my best memories of him was dressing him up in my clothes.
I remember the first day Jud brought him to our house and everyone made fun of the way Cain looked and how he had a pink nose.
Sad day…
Love you,
kyle
I am so glad I got to meet Cain!
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It wasn’t a party till Cain showed up!
Over the last few days it’s been difficult to think of what it would be like to walk into your home, and not have Cain run over to greet me. Greetings with Cain were always interesting experiences.. I’d be excited to see him, his tail is wagging, his mouth is drooling, and then I look down to see that he has left my pants with a little slobbery treat. It was inevitable, and was one of the many things I’ll never forget about Cain.
I’ll never forget him hanging over the fence of the dog run, just checking to see what we were up to and waiting for us to come pet him. I’ll never forget how he would drink from a water bottle, because the water bowl was too much of a challenge. I’ll never forget when I would watch over Kyle and Cain would go to lay down next to me but had to turn around in 8 circles before he could lay down. And when that wasn’t good enough, he’d get up, turn around 8 more times, and lay down again.
It was all his quirks that shaped his personality and made him so great. Cain was an incredibly unique dog with quite the character; he was my favourite dog and will be so missed. Kelly, I can see how he taught you many things in life so don’t ever let that go.
Love you
Every time I hear of the passing of one of our four legged friends,leaving
us behind, words cant express the pain that overwelms me. In the short time we are able to have them with us, they become so instremental in our
own sanity and day to day lives. I often worry that I feel more compassion
for these awsome creatures than I do about those of my own species.
My heart goes out to Ken and Kelly, and anyone who has lost a family member…two legged or four. I hope somewhere Cain and D.O.G. are running
together, and happy as they made us for knowing them.
You were always there for us and you will not leave our hearts.