RAVEN a True Family Dog by mikeerson
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You ever have your kids bring home a dog and say can we keep him? Raven was that Dog to me.
I saw he was a Rotty, he was still a puppy with big paws... I went through the questioning where'd ya find him... I tried different approaches to get rid of the dog - lol... there were 3 dogs I never wanted to have - 1. a pit bull, 2. a doberman pincher and 3. the Rotty...
my kids and X talked me into keeping him... and I'm glad they did... what a life Raven had. After I went through the divorce, the X got in trouble for Raven being out of the yard 3 times, 1st was a $100 fine, 2nd was a $300 fine and the 3rd - $1,000 or get rid of the dog... so, Raven went up to the Mountains to live with my sister on a fenced 7 achre property. Raven had it made up there you would think, by my Sister had horses and Raven got too close one day and had half his teeth kicked out of his mouth. He was taken to the vet and nursed back to health Later, my oldest son (who was the rightful owner of the dog) came to live with me and my New Wife back in 2003... Aaron (My Son) asked to have Raven back, We got him and then my Son moved out - lol... I had Raven again, a Dog I loved that I never wanted but was the gentelest giant of a dog you'd ever know. In 2007 I lost my job, I lost my home... My Wife and I went up to the Cabin and Raven stayed with us durring those 4.5 months. When we were done working on the Cabin and it was time to go back to the City, my Brother in Law who had him before took him in and said he was his dog and no one else can get him back... I found out on Facebook Raven had passed away in June of 2011. It was sad... but then I was overwhelmed with happiness because I learned Raven had puppies and my Brother in law kept two of them.
the picture of Raven was taken in the summer of 2007.... the smaller picture is of his Grave and puppys whome I still haven't met or know their names.
Comments (44)
eekdog
great looking dog Mike, someone sure lost a great animal my friend. very sorry you lost him.
mgtcs
Adorable and cute image Mike, the dogs are ours best friends without doubt, very sorry for your loss!
atlas7
This reminds me the story of my grandfather's dog, a puppie he found in a box in the street and save. This dog, Reap, was a very clever one and all the family loved him. We were very sad when Reap died... Raven was a beautiful dog !!
Richardphotos
I had one Pit Bull mix that past away last year and she was very gentle.sounds like Raven was loved except by horses
Inspired_Art
interesting...I was just thinking of our beloved best friend Ranger...RIP! If I can find some picture of him I'll be sure to upload them.
Gisela
It's a nice dog Mike!
jocko500
they good dogs. wonderful images of him.
DennisReed
Most Heart warming! Will you get one of the pups?
clbsmiley
What a great post Mike.!!! :) Sounds like a wonderful pet! :)
renecyberdoc
great post and thanks for sharing this. a lot of emotion to be read between the lines.5++.
blinkings
Yeah dogs sure are a great support when you are going through life's trials and tribulations.
lyron
Splendid dog!!!
brycek
Nice post Mike and a beautiful dog and pups!!
bazza
Great photos of "your" dog Mike sad to hear of the trauma in his life glad he had pups also..
Rhanagaz
Great captures and a fine but also a little bit sad story of Raven. They are not pets they are family and friends... PS Mike, did you get your dinner?...
Stratkat
Great Pic Mike, and what a heartfelt Story. Hope things are better for you and hope you get keep this puppy to fill the void.
Magick_Lady
that moved me , its a great image my friend :))))))))))))))
vitachick
Very proud and beautiful dog. Sorry to hear she is gone :( Thanks for sharing.
UteBigSmile
Faemike55
Very beautiful picture and story, MIke! It is hard to lose a family member.
magnus073
Great photot and story of his life Mike, it sounds like he touched so many while he was here and so glad you are going to get one of his puppies
angelafair
Beautiful Rottweiler! Sorry for his passing!
boobunny
Awww, you made me cry. Great story. My sister had a Rott and I think it was her favorite of all the dogs she had ever had. Like her baby or kid. We were taking care of someone elses too a few years ago. He would smile at us, lol. He was such a good dog, they had named him Butch. He hated motorcycles though, lol. He passed about a year and half ago. Was getting old, had arthritis. Thanks for making me cry (jk) I still have tears streaming down my face. But really it was a wonderful story, thanks.
mrestey
COOL Mike! I have always liked the look of Mastiffs. I've heard there temperament can be iffy. I believe it has a lot to do with their up-bringing. I prefer the larger dogs like these. They seem to be less nippy and yappy. Glad this dog was a good one and had a nice life.
coyoteviper
don't judge by breed. A poodle can be the worst. It all depends on how you teach them, raise them and keep them social. Any dog can be good, or bad. There are no bad pets, just bad pet owners. This rotty looks great. He was loved and gave love everywhere he went.
Froggy
I LOVE it Mike, we all have the chance to give an animal all the love they deserve (I have 3 rescued cats at the moment) - this is good to see and hear. Sounds like you have had an eventful life so far too!
drifterlee
Sorry for you loss, Mike!
mikeerson
THIS WAS FROM PIXELUNA/JENNY This is quite a touching story, Mike. It brought me some tears and some runny nose too. No kidding. Fantastic work as always! I am sorry that I just fav with no comment, I am really having problems with Rendo connection being slow, it takes forever to wait for the next page to load. FROM ME... I think we are all experiencing renderosity's "LONG" wait time after submitting a comment - it is frustraiting... I felt Jenny's comment should be here, so I posted this from the fave.
RodS
A lovely looking dog - you can just tell he's a gentle giant - just look at those eyes! A wonderful story, my friend. He'll greet you someday at that Rainbow Bridge.
MagikUnicorn
God sent you the RoT :) Kids Protectoriat lol He is so nice... Keep him...Until the real master found it lol