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 | Hi all, i am new and need some advice. My beautiful 1 and 3/4 year old sprocker spaniel (Ella) died and i cannot stop crying  She was not a pet to me she was my baby and at the minute everything reminds me of her.She had an amazing personality,she smiled, played with the cat, v gently with little kiddies, converted dog haters into lovers and because of her 2 other families got spaniels too. she had that much effect on people, oops i am starting to blubber. I do not know wether to get another dog in time, i do not know if i could love another dog as much as i loved her or if i could go through losing another one. My 14 daughter would love another dog, she is upset but not as much as me, i think Ella was more my dog anyway as we i did most things for her. if i did get another dog i would love another spaniel but what kind?? My mate has a King Charles Spaniel but i find the dog lacking in personality. PERSONALITY, loyal and gently is what i would be looking for, like Ella as she was so full of life, she was like a human in a dogs body. i know everyone thinks their dog is special but everyone that new Ella said how different she was. I know i need time first but the house is too quiet and she gave me so many good times. Do i or dont i get another????? MY GEORGEOUS BABY GIRL.....ELLA.... 
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 Always missing Ella, Donna
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| I'm very sorry to hear of your loss! As for your question, personally, I think a new addition to your family would be a great idea! A new dog can help you get over the pain (somewhat) of losing your friend. Why don't you consider a shelter(rescue) dog? Pure or mixed breed? Who cares! You can expect some personality traits in specific breeds, but ALL k9s are individuals. There are literally hundreds of thousands of wonderful dogs in shelters across the country today! They all need good homes-just in time for christmas. I DO NOT agree with pets for presents but in your case its just a coincidence that next week is the big day. I'm sure your daughter would love the chance to welcome a new dog into your home. good luck.
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I'm very sorry for the lost of your dear friend. About getting another, I would suggest finding someone else. It helps get your mind over your loss and focusing on new things. If you were really close to your dog I would suggest maybe looking at another breed. That way you do not tend to compare so much. Another dog won't take your previous ones place... it will fill a new spot.
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| Thank you sooo much for your comments. Ella only died a week ago so i know that i could not get another one before xmas, i would feel like i was being disrespectful to Ella. I sat down today and unwrapped all of her xmas presents and had a good sob at the end. gave them away to other dogs. When i am ready to get another i would need to get a puppy i think or my cat (Baggy) would not except it. She will only tolerate things smaller than her until she is used to it. She did put Ella in her place while she was growing up but they ended up loving each other, i also worry about what kind of background an adult dog has had, i would not want something to trigger the dog to do something. Has anyone heard of Boyton Spaniels,any ideas what they are like???? 
Always missing Ella, Donna
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Sorry for your loss.
~Tiffany, breeder-in-training
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Truth enlightens the mind, but won't always bring happiness to your heart.
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| Well, boytons are HIGH energy!!! In response to your desire to get a pup due to your cats approval;any rescue shelter usually will have pups available and you can also ask if there are any pregnant female doges in the shelter. Rescue organisations have puppies ALL THE TIME!In november one puppy mill alone netted over1,100 adult and pups.I'l put a link in here about people who can no longer afford to care for their pets, including well groomed-pure breeds, due to our failing economy. Shelters and foster homes are packed with animals and people like you can make that little difference and spread the word.
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| ok I can't put the link on here for some reason, but here is the story titles at msnbc. 'as economy falters, more people giving up pets' puppy mill story:'Damaged dogs plucked from assembly line'
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| I Miss Ella I thought about you earlier today
but I didn't understand why. I can't see
your face when i look around and
everytime I cry.
I often find myself, calling
your name. And I wish it were you
every time we play a game.
You’ve helped me through some rough
times, i know you were always there.
I used to think you look so smart,
the way you’d sit and stare.
You’d always lend a thoughtful ear,
a problem you’d never miss. And I miss
the way, on my cheek you’d lay
a little doggy kiss.
I know you’re gone for good now, though
it is hard for me to see. That you won’t
come when I call your name, it will always
be just me.
I know you didn’t leave me empty handed,
you left me a part of you. And, I will always
remember how much you loved me, and the
thoughtful things you’d do.
It is hard for me to realize no more cookies
you will munch. And, it is hard for me to say
goodbye, so rest is peace, my pooch. Ella when she was young I still can't stop crying over her, i miss her soooooooo much. 
Always missing Ella, Donna
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| I know how you are hurting, as our beloved DeeDee ("my" dog) died Christmas morning... I think you should let yourself grieve for a while before getting a new dog... and when you get one, get a different breed/color... that way you won't feel as though you're being disloyal to Ella by trying to replace her. Each dog is different, and they each have their own special piece of our hearts. Go ahead and cry.... last night I couldn't sleep, picturing my DeeDee in her bed next to mine... so I got up and I wrote down everything I am going to miss about my DeeDee. I was sobbing when I started, but by the time I finished, I was smiling, remembering... My thoughts & prayers are with you...
~*~
Forever Missing Lora... and DeeDee
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