Saturday, April 13, 2013

Very Sad News

To our friend, Lisa, who reads our blog - please don't read any further~~

We are pretty upset - our dad most of all.   His beloved Gussie, his precious black swan was found - actually, Gussie wasn't found - a pile of feathers and a pool of blood was found.

Mom went to check on Buster, Gussie's mate.  The pictures are blurry because Buster was moving quickly and probably not sure what to make of any of this.    We know that he is lost and misses Gussie. The boys were best buddies.
 Buster wouldn't come over to the shore.  He's heading back to Gilligan's Island to search.  We feel as horrible for Buster as we do for Gussie.   Just to let you all know, Gussie didn't lose his life on Gilligan's Island.   He and Buster were back up at this end of the pond where dad feeds them.  Every couple of days, when the boys got hungry, they'd come back up and eat dindin and head back to the other end of the pond for the rest of the time.  They were very happy back there all alone.
We think that a predator approached and Gussie was protecting Buster and lost his life doing so. Gussie was only 2 years old. 
 Fly high, Gussie.   You were a beautiful boy.
Myrtle is waiting to welcome you at Rainbow Bridge. You will be together forever.
We'll miss you.

Love ya lots,
Mitch and Molly, Mom, Dad and Buster
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46 comments:

  1. Bella Roxy & MacduiApril 13, 2013 at 5:13:00 AM EDT

    That's so sad. Poor confused Buster.

    XXXOOO Daisy, Bella & Roxy

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  2. NAK and The Residents of The Khottage Now With KhattleDog!April 13, 2013 at 6:22:00 AM EDT

    We are sorry to see this sad news -

    Mom gets sad when she sees dead hawks along her transport route -

    I'm sure there are some happy wings and honks at The Rainbow Bridge -

    Hugz&Khysses,
    Khyra

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  3. CowspotdogApril 13, 2013 at 7:18:00 AM EDT

    Oh no! A lot of people don't know that swans bond for life so we know buster is going to really miss gussy. Sigh....I will miss him too...love the black swans most of all

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  4. GusApril 13, 2013 at 7:23:00 AM EDT

    We are sorry to hear about Gussie. He was kind of our favorite swan, because we like his name, ya know. Lots of love to Buster and the rest of you.

    sigh

    Gus Dagger Wf.T and Teka Toy too.

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  5. HelenApril 13, 2013 at 7:50:00 AM EDT

    Poor Gussie, poor Buster!

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  6. SissySeesApril 13, 2013 at 8:01:00 AM EDT

    Oh that's so sad! We're so very sorry. I hope Buster is able to adjust.

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  7. UnknownApril 13, 2013 at 8:53:00 AM EDT

    That is terrible. Poor Gussie. What could have attacked a swan? We are so sorry to read your news. We hope you find out what did it so the other swans and wildlife will be OK on the pond.
    Best wishes Molly

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  8. ♥♥ The OP Pack ♥♥April 13, 2013 at 9:05:00 AM EDT

    How very sad for all of you! Godspeed, Gussie. And Buster, we know you are missing your pal - sending you lots of sibe hugs.

    Woos - Phantom, Thunder, Ciara, and Lightning

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  9. Frankie Furter and ErnieApril 13, 2013 at 9:07:00 AM EDT

    OH NO. THIS is such Sad SAD news.

    We feel so bad fur your loss.

    Fly Free and Swim in Warm Water Gussie.

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  10. AnonymousApril 13, 2013 at 9:29:00 AM EDT

    Oh no, that is sad news. Poor Gussie. And poor Buster too.

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  11. Ledfoots Pet BakeryApril 13, 2013 at 9:49:00 AM EDT

    Very sorry to hear the sad news.

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  12. rottroverApril 13, 2013 at 10:05:00 AM EDT

    Fly high, beautiful Gussie!

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  13. ScooterApril 13, 2013 at 10:48:00 AM EDT

    Oh, I am so sorry to hear about Gussie. That's so sad!! Poor Buster!! Swim free Gussie and we will all see you again!!

    wags
    Jazzi and Addi

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  14. Jake of FloridaApril 13, 2013 at 11:15:00 AM EDT

    This is so sad. Losing Gussie must be so so confusing for Buster.

    Sad woofs,

    Jake and Just Harry

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  15. Millie and WalterApril 13, 2013 at 11:22:00 AM EDT

    So sorry to hear about Gussie.

    Millie

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  16. DexterApril 13, 2013 at 11:22:00 AM EDT

    I am so very sorry. My heart goes out to all of you.

    Mango Momma

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  17. ReubenApril 13, 2013 at 11:36:00 AM EDT

    Oh my, I is so sorry to hear. What a horrible occurrance. I's thinking of you all.

    Love,
    Reuben

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  18. SherryApril 13, 2013 at 12:03:00 PM EDT

    I know how it feels. Waterfowl seem to be more at risk than chickens because they don't go indoors at night. Do you have coyotes there? What else could be big enough to kill a swan?

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  19. Ruby and PennyApril 13, 2013 at 12:13:00 PM EDT

    We are so sorry. Sw im with the wind Gussie.

    Love Ruby & Penny

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  20. SueApril 13, 2013 at 12:14:00 PM EDT

    Oh how very sad. We had a weasel that killed several of our ducks. It was always a sad occasion.

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  21. AnonymousApril 13, 2013 at 3:27:00 PM EDT

    Gussie, you enjoy being at that bridge with all your buddies there, we will see you there one Day.

    The Mad Scots

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  22. RubyApril 13, 2013 at 4:01:00 PM EDT

    Oh no! I am so sorry! That is just terrible.I'm so sorry for Buster, all confused. That breaks my heart.
    I know Gussie is swimmin' and flyin' over the bridge.
    I'll be sendin' all of you my best AireZens...
    Kisses,
    Ruby

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  23. ~Kim at Golden Pines~April 13, 2013 at 5:03:00 PM EDT

    God speed.....

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  24. UnknownApril 13, 2013 at 5:19:00 PM EDT

    How very sad...we are sooo sorry for this devastating loss! God Bless!

    Many Purrs & {{{{Hugs}}}}
    Missy Kitty, XO

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  25. Scruffy, Lacie and Stanley's PlaceApril 13, 2013 at 5:45:00 PM EDT

    We are so sorry to read this news...we are keeping Gussie in our hearts....

    XXOOO

    Scruffy, Lacie and Stanley

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  26. The Army of FourApril 13, 2013 at 6:41:00 PM EDT

    Oh, no! I'm so sorry, you guys! You know how much I love our fine feathered friends! Fly high and proud, Gussie!
    Play bows,
    Zim

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  27. Golden Woofs! SUGARApril 13, 2013 at 8:42:00 PM EDT

    Woof! Woof! So sorry that this happened. Totally understand how your dad feels. Golden LOVE. Lots of Golden Woofs, Sugar

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  28. BocciApril 13, 2013 at 9:46:00 PM EDT

    Oh no! We are so sorry to hear about poor Gussie. What a beauty! And we feel so sorry for Buster...

    Our sincere condolences to all of you.

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  29. Thor and JackApril 13, 2013 at 10:43:00 PM EDT

    We are so sorry to hear about Gussie.

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  30. My Dog Sam - Ruptured DiskApril 13, 2013 at 10:49:00 PM EDT

    Hi S, we skipped the bad part. My dad says that in his little "make-believe" world "bad things" never happen to animals, birds, swans and stuff. It's not very grown up but it's his safe spot. We're really sorry.

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  31. lApril 14, 2013 at 12:58:00 AM EDT

    we are so sad about Gussie. He was a beautiful boy! I'm so sorry and I hope buster isn't too lonely. if it weren't raining here, I'd see his bright star. love to you all

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  32. BZ DogsApril 14, 2013 at 1:16:00 AM EDT

    :( So very sorry. They were so beautiful together. :(

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  33. Dougall-the-ScottieApril 14, 2013 at 2:49:00 AM EDT

    That is so sad... :( We're thinking of you guys...

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  34. AngusApril 14, 2013 at 2:52:00 AM EDT

    This is so sad. They are such regal birds.

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  35. Piappies WorldApril 14, 2013 at 9:36:00 AM EDT

    Sorry to read about Gussie. We hope that Buster will be ok. Sadness...

    Love,
    Piappies Fudgie, Princess, Frappie, Mocha, Sugar, Wai-Max, Wai-Pai & Forgie

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  36. HomerApril 14, 2013 at 10:04:00 AM EDT

    I'm so sorry about Gussie. :(

    Love,
    Homer

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  37. JunoApril 14, 2013 at 10:37:00 AM EDT

    We are very sad. Very very sad. Now Gussie flys over the bridge. He will be remembered.

    Momo and Pinot

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  38. snoopydogknitsApril 14, 2013 at 1:25:00 PM EDT

    Oh so sad! Dear Buster, here's hoping you will adapt. So sorry for you all. Such beautiful birds! Ros and Oscar x

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  39. STELLA and RORY from Down UnderApril 14, 2013 at 6:11:00 PM EDT

    Howdy Mates, we're so sorry to hear about Gussie. Gentle hugs to you all, especially poor Buster. Love Stella and Rory

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  40. WyattApril 14, 2013 at 9:46:00 PM EDT

    So sorry to hear about your beautiful Swan. Love to you and Buster.

    Wyatt and Stanzie

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  41. Duncan April 14, 2013 at 9:54:00 PM EDT

    Aw, so sorry to hear this news. We'll be keeping Buster in our thoughts cuz mom says sometimes its the hardest for the ones left behind.

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  42. Tweedles -- that's meApril 15, 2013 at 12:17:00 AM EDT

    Oh I am soo sorry and feel sad too.
    Oh my gosh,,,, I am sending good thoughts to Buster,,,,,
    love
    tweedles

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  43. Kess And Her MamaApril 15, 2013 at 4:33:00 AM EDT

    I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Gussie. Oh dear...Nature can be cruel sometimes

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  44. UnknownApril 15, 2013 at 5:54:00 AM EDT

    We are so sorry to hear about Gussie and poor Buster. God speed, Gussie. Love and hugs to you, Buster!

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  45. FredApril 15, 2013 at 4:35:00 PM EDT

    So sad to hear this!

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  46. liparifamApril 16, 2013 at 7:08:00 PM EDT

    So sad. When my daughter and I were in Rome, we were walking around a pond and saw a dead male duck in the water; a female and one little duckling would not leave his body - they kept quacking at him and nudging his body. There were a lot of white feathers near him; we think he fought one of the big white swans to protect the duckling - there may have been more ducklings before, too :( Nature is harsh, and it is terribly sad...

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