RIP Darryl - Our Loving Boxer (A Tribute)

Darryl came us with his master, Vicki, who lived with us for a short time. She was from Australia, and planned to return home. As she was unable to take her dogs with her, she had to find homes here for them. Darryl was left in our care. He quickly became a member of our family. He was loved by all of us.

He was a beautiful loving boy. He had a brindle coat with white markings that were perfect. He had white stocking feet and a star marking on the back of his neck. He was beautiful. He was endowed with a sculptured muscular and buffed body that he was proud to have. He was admired by all who met him wherever he went. Although he looked fierce and menacing, he was actually lovable and very affectionate.

His love for puppies and people was endless. He was always the first to welcome a new puppy into our home. Puppies could roughhouse all over him, chew his ears or tail, or bite him on the paws or back, but he would never harm a puppy. He was so gentle. He thrived on the puppy’s attention and affection for him.

He loved to lie in the sunshine and soak up the rays. In summer he would lie in the grass in the backyard. During winter, he would find a warm sunny place on the rug in the family room. When the weather wasn’t terrible, he would sit at his post on the bench on the deck. He was standing guard to protect our home and property.

He loved to share your bed with you, but he always wanted more than his share of the bed. He would lovingly try to crowd you out. That was just Darryl being Darryl.

He was obedient, gentle and ever so kind. He was always at your side to cheer you on, gazing up at you with beautiful, big, brown eyes. Those eyes would melt any heart.

We’ll miss your silent, ever constant presence. You were always there with us. A strong silent partner.

Now you can run and play with our other beloved pets: Jazz, Tara, Oscar, and the others.

Goodbye my beloved buddy and best pal. You will be in our hearts and mind forever.