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• Yes a ConsvNY Mother

  Posted on December 12, 2012 at 9:15pm

  I feel your pain not only for your furry son but for the difficult decision that you will have to make. German Shepherds are the choice of our dog. My husband travels a lot and Bacchus was our first line of protection. We had to put him down in September 2010 due to a severe heart problem. He was not even 3 yrs old yet. To this day my 3 yr. old son tells me Bacchus is up in the sky (heaven). We miss him terriably with me being the most since he was my first line of protection and have yet to get a new GS because my heart is still broken. God Bless. Remember the good times with him and the unconditional love he gave to you and your family.

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  • Baddoggy

    Posted on December 12, 2012 at 10:20pm

    I was gravely ill a few months ago. My Beagle was getting older and i knew the time would come to put her down soon. Thankfully as I laid in my bed recovering she passed without so much as a wimper. God was merciful to her asd well as to me. I did not have to face the decision to put her down. God bless you Glenn. It is so hard to lose a loved member of our family. Thank you for sharing this as it allowed me to release some more tears and feel better.

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  • Gold Coin & Economic News

    Posted on December 12, 2012 at 10:28pm

    Sorry to hear you are going through this Glenn. We definitely love our animals. I’ve had dogs and cats my whole life. Our last pet was a cat named Bear that was a stray in our neighbor had and we took in after our neighbor moved away. We had bear for about 7 years and he died a year and a half ago after his body failed him. He was a stray, outdoor cat and had never been to the vet so, when he got sick we let him die in our garage as we nursed him into hospice so to speak. It was touch to watch him die. He is now buried in our back yard behind the deck he used to sleep under.

    I actually taught him to shake hands:
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oVsZ8bWTXD

     

  • Ben__Franklin

    Posted on December 12, 2012 at 11:37pm

    Glenn better keep a close eye on Victor, our President will eat him.

     

  • Libertarian

    Posted on December 13, 2012 at 1:26am

    God Bless the Beck Family in their difficult time.

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  • Gorp

    Posted on December 13, 2012 at 2:23am

    I know what Glenn is going through. I had to put our GSD down in October. It was one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to do. I lay on the floor with him when the meds were injected and told him how much I loved him and how sorry I was.

    It’s still hard to think of.

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  • CABERNETQHS

    Posted on December 13, 2012 at 7:19am

    If you have a heart and ever loved a pet, this is a decision no one can make for you. We lost Woody 2 yrs ago, a fierce poodle mix that developed a heart condition or collapsing trachea…never got a definite diagnosis. My daughter and I took him to the vet during an awful episode and thought we were prepared to put him down. Woody hated the vet so much he rallied and put it off until he was ready a few weeks later. It was gut wrenching for the family. God Bless the loyal companion.

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  • NoahsDad

    Posted on December 13, 2012 at 9:20am

    I know most of us know of the pain you are in and will be going through Glenn. I lost my beloved Sheba more than 15 years ago and have kept this poem in my wallet ever since:
    “I explained to St. Peter,
    I’d rather stay here,
    Outside the pearly gate.
    I won’t be a nuisance,
    I won’t even bark,
    I’ll be very patient and wait,
    I’ll be here, chewing on a celestial bone,
    No matter how long you may be.
    I’d miss you so much, if I went in alone,
    It wouldn’t be heaven for me.”
    So take care Glenn and know Victor will be patiently waiting for you, as my Sheba, and someday my Emma will wait for me too.

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  • 4BlueStars

    Posted on December 13, 2012 at 10:46am

    I get weepy just thinking about the time when my Pepper has to leave us. There’s never been a smarter, more gentle and loving dog. We have gotten into the habit of talking to him like a person. Whenever we have to go out for awhile, when we come home he always greets us with “Woa woa woo?” Where were you?

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  • naughtycal

    Posted on December 13, 2012 at 11:16am

    Never had a throroughbred german shepard mine was a pit shepard mix. And he had to be the best dog ever really intimidating but actually a big pup most of the time. We had to put him down when he had a nerve disorder that caused him to lose all feeling in his hind legs he was 13 at that point. I almost never cry but My eyes still tear up thinking about it.

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  • Dismayed Veteran

    Posted on December 13, 2012 at 12:54pm

    When my dad got his duty assignment to Japan, we bought a dachshund puppy. I was 8 years old.

    When I was in Vietnam, my mom asked me to send her a dirty t-shirt because Schatzie was howling every night. Mom lined Schatzie’d bed with my shirt and the howing stopped. I was 25 w Mhen I had to put my faithful and loving dog down.

    I have had to do that several times since then to Bob and Sam. (I got to choose the names these times). All were faithful,loving and protective. Maggie, our 13 year old Lab sleeps in front of our bedroom door every night protecting us. Maggie has assigned each of us a primary role. I am the petting and letting out human. My wife is the feed me human and the secondary petting human. My wife and I are the walk me at 7:00 PM humans. When my kids visit, they are the play with me humans. It seems to work out perfectly.

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  • Twigger

    Posted on December 13, 2012 at 2:38pm

    My small 13 lb Chia mix is going on 16 and I swear she is doing better than myself. If I am to go first I will take her with me. I made a ramp for her in place of steps and she never hesitated to use. I made a step to aid her getting on her couch. She lost her hearing but is so wise in learning other ways of communication. We are growing old together and I hope she will go on her own before myself. As it would be so hard to have to put her down unless she is ready.

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  • ChildOfTheKing

    Posted on December 13, 2012 at 4:47pm

    My Husband and I just had to put our beloved Beagle, Mikey down this morning. He was 14+ years old and we loved him and took care of him very well, as he lasted this long. It was very hard, but I believe he now lays at the feet of Jesus and is awaiting our arrival either at the Rapture, or at death when we pass over.

    I KNOW EXACTLY HOW GLENN AND HIS FAMILY FEEL AND I SEND MY SYMPATHIES TO THEM.

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  • sillyfreshness

    Posted on December 14, 2012 at 2:39am

    What a heat breaking video. It’s so sad to have to let go to your best friend. I often though how unfair it is that dogs and cats only live 12 to 15 years. It’s just long enough to consider them an integral part of your life and family, but then you heart gets torn out. It really isn’t fair that our beloved pets can’t live to be 75 years old like us. Heck even some parrots can live that long, so why did God not let dogs and cats have the same luxury? It’s so unfair. German Shepherds are such wonderful dogs. They are almost like having another person living with you because they are so smart and loyal. And then you think about all the memories you’ve had and how you won’t have anymore new memories with your best friend. You think about how your pet was with you when this or that happened in the past decade. You can think “oh yeah, the 2004 election….Victor did this or that.” You think they’re always going to be around, until it’s too late. Truly sad and heartbreaking. I’m sure his dog Victor would be very happy knowing how much he meant to Glenn. He paid tribute to him and cried his eyes out for him because he loves him so much (it made me cry too). Victor couldn’t have asked for more.

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  • dtrent387

    Posted on December 14, 2012 at 7:57am

    i know what if feels like i’m still grieving we had to put my dog lady down just 2 weeks ago. she was amazing i’m 25 and she was the only dog i’d ever owned we had had her since I was 10. she lived a good life but her kidney’s were shutting down and she started vomitting blood one day and I knew it was time. as old as she was I didn’t want her to suffer anymore. some people say oh its just an animal but dogs cats etc do become part of your family and you love them and they love you no matter what

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  • merryc3

    Posted on December 14, 2012 at 11:39am

    PLEASE Glenn!!!! PLEASE….check out how Nzymes.com can help Victor!!!! Perhaps his health can be restored…..if not these products will help his end days to be more comfortable. I’ve been where you & your family are…..it’s a heartbreaking decision to have to make….but please…try Nzymes

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  • FoxholeAtheist

    Posted on December 14, 2012 at 12:23pm

    For once, I finally believe Glenn’s tears are real.

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  • Karla L. Varga

    Posted on December 14, 2012 at 9:40pm

    Glenn, I have nothing but the greatest admiration for you both as a lover of the truth and as a man because you aren’t afraid to show your true feelings, including sadness, when so many men think it’s a sign of weakness. Your tribute to your much loved dog, Victor, was a real testamony to the fact that you are real. May the Lord hold you and your family in His everlasting arms and comfort you as only He can during this most difficult time. God bless you, Glenn, and know that you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

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  • Anamah

    Posted on March 23, 2013 at 3:29pm

    Glenn, my heart is with you Victor and the entire family. I know how hard is, how deep hurts the pain you all are sharing. My love for all of you, Victor feels your loyalty and compassion. Please be strong friends.

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• PurrrpleMtnMajesty

  Posted on December 12, 2012 at 9:15pm

  The love of an animal is the closest thing I can relate to the love of my Lord. So total, so accepting, forgiving, loyal and constant. I know many who would say I shouldn’t say that, but it is the truth.
  They were created by Him and reflect Him so well, perhaps because they do NOT have the free will to deny Him.

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  • THXll38

    Posted on December 12, 2012 at 9:37pm

    I understand and agree with your post. I have never seen it spelled out that way, but I concur.

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  • Pantloadian

    Posted on December 12, 2012 at 9:47pm

    Beautifully said.

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  • Baddoggy

    Posted on December 12, 2012 at 10:22pm

    Free…I would love to kick your a@@ as i laughed at your teeth hitting the floor…Idiot!

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  • The-Monk

    Posted on December 12, 2012 at 10:25pm

    Thanks for being nice Wango. : )

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  • brother_ed

    Posted on December 12, 2012 at 10:50pm

    @THE-MONK

    Today I have agreed with Enicnom @ Pants…

    Fascinating.

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  • The-Monk

    Posted on December 12, 2012 at 11:03pm

    Hi Brother_ed,

    Perhaps they were affected by 12-12-12?

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  • Mark

    Posted on December 13, 2012 at 12:00am

    I completely agree. It won’t be an easy decision, but you must do what is the most humane. The good news is that, like any other family member, all the good memories will stick with you for the rest of your life. Thoughts and prayers to the Beck family. It’s definitely not an easy time.

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  • cindy g

    Posted on December 13, 2012 at 11:22am

    I read this on Glenn’s other site and would like to share:

    I know your sorrow, my friend.

    God summoned the beast from the field and He said
    “Behold, man is created in my image. Therefore adore him.
    You shall protect him in the wilderness,
    shepherd his flocks, watch over his children,
    accompany him wherever he may go…
    even into civilization.
    You shall be his companion, his ally, his slave.”

    “To do these things,” God said, “I endow you with the
    instincts uncommon to other beasts:
    Faithfulness, Devotion and Understanding
    surpassing those of man himself.
    Lest it impair your courage,
    you shall never foresee your death.
    Lest it impair your loyalty,
    you shall be blind to the faults of man.
    Lest it impair your understanding,
    you are denied the power of words.
    Speak to your master only with your mind
    and through your honest eyes.”

    “Walk by his side; sleep in his doorway;
    ward off his enemies; carry his burden;
    share his afflictions; love and comfort him.
    And in return for this,
    Man will fulfill your needs and wants…
    which shall be only food, shelter and affection.”

    “So be silent and be a friend to man.
    Guide him through the perils along the way
    to this land I have promised him.
    This shall be your destiny and your immortality.”

    So spoke the Lord.
    And the dog heard, and was content.

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  • Dismayed Veteran

    Posted on December 13, 2012 at 12:59pm

    Dogs look into your heart. Cats look in to your soul. They both judge your character.

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  • peanutlady

    Posted on December 13, 2012 at 1:41pm

    Purrrplemtnmajesty, Nothing at all wrong with what you said, your absolutly right, non-conditional love is the BEST love!! I echo your sentiment!! Lost my Heidi on august 31st of this year, just wish I could be the person she thought I was, what an angel!!

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  • FoxholeAtheist

    Posted on December 14, 2012 at 12:24pm

    Their love is better than your “lord’s” because their love is not a made up fairy tale. Their love is real.

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• THXll38

  Posted on December 12, 2012 at 9:13pm

  Damnit Glen! My wife and I are still crying from this. I, we, know how hard it is to lose a valued part of the family. We had to put our two dachshunds in the same year and it was devastating to us. They were indeed family. If you have not read Rescuing Sprite by Mark Levin, I would say it may put you at peace even though it is a sad story.

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  • Ranger1967

    Posted on December 13, 2012 at 3:15pm

    I think it shook my exife and friend, along with myself, up. We lost two Golden Retrievers in the past 18 months…..What was amazing about the after wards, I had stood in the vets office when Belle was dagnosed with cancer. I knew it couldn’t be treated, she had no immune system, she had Myasthenia Gravis and her meds took her immune system away. When I was told, infront of the people in the office there, I dropped to my knees, it just broke me down in so many ways…6 months later, she passed with dignity.
    I inqured about a rescue Golden in Raleigh NC. I gave one of my references at the Raleigh Vet School. As the story went, they told the Rescue group if they were to come back as a dog, they would want it to be one of mine. Belle…was the test dog for Myasthenia Gravis that led to the cure. It was a hell at times that on the school knew about. No one told me anything. One day, a van from the Raleigh Vet School showed up in my driveway. I recognized the Vet that worked with me with Belle all those years. Four of the students that worked with her came out of the van with a small golden retreiver on a leash…..this was the second time I dropped to my knees and came apart….only to have a young golden licking my tears away….this is why I have hope for America and my god. I have not completely healed from the event with Belle but I now have Chloe and she has me. She was the rescue golden from the rescue I asked about….Merry Christmas!

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  • ChildOfTheKing

    Posted on December 13, 2012 at 4:52pm

    @Ranger1967: MAY GOD BLESS YOU TREMENDOUSLY.

    I LOVED YOUR STORY.

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• dovndce

  Posted on December 12, 2012 at 9:10pm

  Hang in there Glen, we lost our Rottweiler on Oct 10th 2010. Our devoted Eva was born across the street from us nine days after Sept 11, 2001 and as such her addition to our home had special meaning. Eva protected us at all times, when we took my mother-in-law to Florida for the winter during the Beltway Sniper spree she was most alert especially when Muhammad and Malvo parked next to us at highway Rest Area near Ashland Virginia, she immediately sensed something was amiss. Eva our Rottie was acutely aware that something wasn’t “right”, she “set-up” and postioned herself to protect my wife and my mother-in-law from harm.

  You’ll know when Victor has had enough, he’ll let you know, sadly for Eva it was after a night of blood-filled vomitting that she looked at me as my eyes filled with tears. Our vet who’s office is close-by allowed us to cradle her in our arms as he adminstered the medication that would end her suffering and she passed away peacefully. Eva was full of unconditional love, affection, devotion, and she taught us how to have fun, We miss her splashing for hours, pawing and snapping at the wake caused by boats as it splashed against the wall outside our lakeside home. As I type this both my wife and I are in tears, please know our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family, and Victor at this time and don’t worry you’ll see him again, he’ll be waiting for you when it’s your time.

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  • armyofnibiru

    Posted on December 12, 2012 at 9:48pm

    dude your makeing me cry.loseing your pet is almost as bad as loseing a family member.and they are part of the family

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  • dovndce

    Posted on December 12, 2012 at 11:16pm

    We now have a new furry friend, my wife named her “Angel” since she believes she was sent to heal our broken hearts. Angel is a Pointer/Lab mix and she was born in a warehouse, our vet took her in at age six weeks and a week after Eva passed away she came home with us. Angel will never replace Eva, she is unique in her own way and we love her as much as Eva and we know that a life in our home is far better than being relegated to a shelter which is where she was headed prior to my vets intervention.

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  • gw27

    Posted on December 14, 2012 at 12:34am

    God gave us dogs so that we may learn not only perfect love and devotion, but how to let go because their time is so much shorter than ours in this life (I say this as tears run unfettered down my face for the companions I have lost). Not an easy poem, but it has brought me comfort (no author that I have ever found):

    If It Should Be

    If it should be that I grow frail and weak
    And pain should wake me from my sleep,
    Then you must do what must be done,
    For this last battle can’t be won.
    You will be sad, I understand.
    Don’t let your grief then stay your hand.
    For this day more than all the rest,
    Your love and friendship stand the test.
    We’ve had so many happy years,
    What is to come will hold no fears.
    You’ll not want me to suffer, so,
    When the time comes, please, let me go.
    I know in time you, too, will see
    That it is a kindness you do for me.
    Although my tail its last has waved,
    From pain and suffering I’ve been saved.
    Do not grieve that it should be you
    Who has to decide this thing to do.
    We’ve been so close, we two, these years…
    Don’t let you heart hold any tears.

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• mnkysmm

  Posted on December 12, 2012 at 9:10pm

  Such a difficult decision to make…I was glad to hear Glenn say this decision will be for Victor and not for the family he leaves behind. I am in the pet industry, and so many times I see people allowing their pets to endure such suffering, because they just can’t let go. It becomes all about them, and not what is actually best for the pet. The last loving thing anyone can do for their beloved pet is to allow them to go with dignity and respect. My thoughts and prayers are with your family, Glenn, and know that you have been an important part of Victors life just as he has been an important part of yours.

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• Stoic one

  Posted on December 12, 2012 at 9:03pm

  Having had two canine family members go at extreme old age; my heart truly goes out to you and you family Mr. Beck.

  The first was a Sheltie/Shepherd mix who we put down at 17 yrs 12 days. Her back was broken on her birthday and we did not know until she collapsed in front of me.
  The second was a Chow/Rottweiler mix who was 14 yrs + when we put her down. She had extreme hip/bone cancer. It took my wife two weeks to come to terms and let here go.

  We now have a Jack Russel Beagle who will most likely be our last dog as it will be a coin toss – who will live longer. Arrangements have already been made if we go before her.

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• ares338

  Posted on December 12, 2012 at 9:03pm

  Glenn…lots of people that didn’t grow up around guns have them. It’s called training and …you can do it! I understand about your dog because I feel that way about my Anatolian Shepard.

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  • Chuck Stein

    Posted on December 12, 2012 at 11:17pm

    G.B. was talking about a decision in 2001. He was self-deprecating about that decision. I am SURE that he has a gun nowadays.

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• Small World

  Posted on December 12, 2012 at 9:03pm

  I pray no one poisoned him…very sad. Man’s best friend spelled backwards God.

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  • LeadNotFollow

    Posted on December 12, 2012 at 11:12pm

    SMALL – No one poisoned Victor. He’s just old and sickly.
    He had some major health issues a couple of years ago. Glenn thought he would have to be put down way back then, but the vet pulled him through that time.

    Glenn and his family are broken-hearted right now, because they know it’s almost time to put him down.
    All we can do is pray for Glenn’s family and Victor to have a little more time together.

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  • Kupo

    Posted on December 13, 2012 at 12:57am

    12 years old is a ripe old age for a German Shephard. Dogs that size typically only live 9 or 10 years.

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• Elisheva

  Posted on December 12, 2012 at 9:01pm

  Prayers for Victor & The Beck Family…God Bless You Glenn

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• Karliner

  Posted on December 12, 2012 at 9:01pm

  Pee in a bottle with an obama bobblehead and place it on ebay, decide conservatives need to let up on homosexuality, The Blaze looks more and more like the National Enquirer, and I’m wondering if Beck thinks he’s some latter day prophet for the church/cult of Latter day Saints. Granted i like Beck, but more and more I’m praying he seeks and finds the real Jesus, not a new age Jesus as per golden tablets, and the angel Moron-i
  Granted I like Glen, but he’s not a prophet. The last one aside from Jesus was John the baptist. The rest come in His name and foll a lot. Lately he’s been a bit loose in his dissociations, and some of his rhetoric has begun to worry me. So, maybe it’s me, but I sense we all need to pray for Glen and his salvation. Maybe it’s losing the election. Someone needs to talk with him deeply of spiritual things( Jesus only) and maybe eschatology 101.
  Even so, i liked the doggie article and I think it’s not just Beck but a LOT of folks in news, in radio, in congress and high places of power have gotten death threats. Herman Cain quit after death threats to his family, and I remember when congress fell silent after Obama had some closed door sessions, then started hiring czars to end around. More recentle trail of death in Benghazi, ST-6, Major hasan, purges in the military and now again house and congress. maybe I’m wrong but this looks a lot like a coup, and Beck should get some more than just one german Shephard, UAV with hellfires maybe? JMHO

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  • Stoic one

    Posted on December 12, 2012 at 9:20pm

    I thought this is appropriate for you:

    THE-MONK
    Posted on December 12, 2012 at 8:54pm
    Hey Glenn Beck hating trolls….

    Please have some respect on this story. TIA : )

    I know it is a little late, but please have some respect…………………………

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  • brother_ed

    Posted on December 12, 2012 at 9:54pm

    @KARLINER

    Really? An anti-Mormon comment on this story?

    You, sir/madam, are in need or OUR prayers.

    I know many people whose pets are considered part of their family, so much so that they call them ‘children’.

    I feel for Glenn, but mostly for his kids; the death of a pet is tough.

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  • PaxInVeritate

    Posted on December 13, 2012 at 12:43am

    I’m with the STOIC ONE, BROTHER_ED and THE-MONK on this one… stow it KARLINER!

    Watching, and participating in the caring of any pet in its final days is painful. Prayers for the Beck family.

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  • anothercomment

    Posted on December 13, 2012 at 12:02pm

    @KARLINER
    You’ve never had a dog; it shows, so sorry for you. Anything I say about the love for a dog, and the love from this amazing creature will not mean anything to you. But I will say this to you: this is not a “doggie article”. Your post is a meaningless rant. You waited with your pre-written opinion, for a moment to attack. This was not the time or place.

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  • gw27

    Posted on December 14, 2012 at 1:00am

    Karliner: first of all, it’s GLENN – show some respect. Secondly, back off: you must never have had a dog (or any pet, from what I am getting from your post). God gave us these wonderful animals, and we grieve greatly at losing them; even more at having to decide that their time of suffering must come to an end… just back off.

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  • debrarae

    Posted on December 14, 2012 at 12:28pm

    This is about Victor, not about your inane rantings. Grow up! Glen my prayers are with you, and your loved ones.

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• cranberry

  Posted on December 12, 2012 at 9:00pm

  We all love Victor, Glenn, you are a wonderful responsible pet owner. We are going to have to put our 13 year old dog to sleep tomorrow, but we also know when to say goodbye. They are truly a part of the family when you keep them all of THEIR lives. God Bless.

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  • ravinginfidel

    Posted on December 13, 2012 at 9:45am

    Will Rogers said it best. “If there are no dogs in Heaven, then when I die I want to go where they went.”

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• Jarhead 88

  Posted on December 12, 2012 at 8:59pm

  You’ll meet again brother. God Bless.

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• dealer@678

  Posted on December 12, 2012 at 8:58pm

  They’re so much fun to have around , then the time comes when they break your heart

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  • dissentnow

    Posted on December 12, 2012 at 10:38pm

    Couldn’t have said it better

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• lockedandloadedinSA

  Posted on December 12, 2012 at 8:58pm

  I know how it feels to lose a good friend like Victor. I had to put my dog down last year. It was probably the hardest thing I have ever done in 57 years. Lincoln was the best dog I ever had, although I didn’t have many. Always the wagging tail, the wet kisses and laying beside me watching as I slept. Always vigil, never failing. I haven’t loved a lot of things in my life. I love my family more than anything, but I loved Lincoln to. My family told me I had to do what was best for him, and I knew, but I wanted to have what was best for me. I finally relented and I took him to be put to rest. He couldn’t even get in the truck. I picked him up and put him in the front seat. Texas can be hot in that time of year and I put the air conditioner vents on him. We got to the vet and went to get him out of the truck and he jumped out like we were going for a walk. He had a spring in his step he hadn’t had for quite a while. We sat in the vet’s office waiting and I thought about all the good times we had and all the memories that I would remember. Two young ladies came out and we went into the room. I ask them if they were staying and they said yes. I said you are going to see an old man cry. They said they had seen it before. The vet came in and gave him his shots and he passed peacefully. I loved that dog and I will always think of him fondly. If there are no dogs in Heaven, I don’t want to go there. Peace with you Glenn. It won’t be easy, but it needs

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• Tigress1

  Posted on December 12, 2012 at 8:56pm

  I’m so sorry Glenn. I don’t know if you will ever see this, but when we had to put 2 of our dogs to sleep (years apart – not at the same time) I learned something from them. In the last couple days that they were with us they seemed happy. They did not feel good, but they were happy. When I took them to the vet the last time, they showed no fear. I held them in my lap where they died. It was sad, but they knew I never left them. Hopefully when my time comes, I’ll be able to go the same way – happy and with no fear.

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• The-Monk

  Posted on December 12, 2012 at 8:54pm

  Hey Glenn Beck hating trolls….

  Please have some respect on this story. TIA : )

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  • RJJinGadsden

    Posted on December 12, 2012 at 10:38pm

    Hi MONK, I second that. We’ve lost a few animals in the past several years out where we now live. It can really tear at your soul to lose something that has made itself so close and useful in many ways.
    Funny, I have a couple of them here now, on my lap, and footstool.

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• chillygirl

  Posted on December 12, 2012 at 8:54pm

  Many of us have been where you and your family are, Glenn. It’s such a hard thing to do. The last thing our Duncan experienced was us holding him in our arms and us looking into his eyes and saying, “I love you”.

  Our hearts go out to you all and Victor.

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• Lordchamp

  Posted on December 12, 2012 at 8:53pm

  My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Glenn.

  Only someone who has had a companion like that in their lives can fully understand what they mean and how hard those decision are. The times with our animal companions provide much richness to our lives. Those are the things to remember.

  God Bless and Merry Christmas

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• isay

  Posted on December 12, 2012 at 8:52pm

  Victor has been lucky to have owners like Glenn and his family. This is one time I can deal with Glenn’s emotional outburst.

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  • Stoic one

    Posted on December 12, 2012 at 9:06pm

    UH this time I cannot, so I will not. our girls were too much like children; although canine.

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  • countryfirst

    Posted on December 13, 2012 at 10:25am

    Have had to make the decision to many times now, and every time my wife and I say no more pets.
    But it never fails god places another one into our hearts, we now have 6 cats and 4 dogs (all rescues), the greatest way to honor the ones we must let go is to give the gift of a better life to one whom may have never had it. The most recent one is a little I years old 5 lb yorkie found under the porch of an abandoned home, as I type he is sound asleep on my lap and not awaking from the tears falling upon him.
    We are the receivers of the greater blessing. As we all know what God spelled backwards is.

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• moonlight on the bay

  Posted on December 12, 2012 at 8:50pm

  I remember years ago Glenn telling his radio audience that his wife called him to tell him what Raphe’s first word was. Wasn’t Mama or Dada. It was Victor. It was really kind of funny at the time, but cute, too.

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• gryhnd

  Posted on December 12, 2012 at 8:50pm

  We work with retired Racing Greyhounds and just lost one that shouldn’t have gone so soon. She was with us for eight years and had a special personality. It hurts. Enjoy your children and pets as long as you can because life is fleeting.

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  • cbrundage

    Posted on December 12, 2012 at 8:58pm

    We just adopted a retired greyhound and she is so gentle and loving. I am sorry for your loss and sad to know the Beck family must face this heartache.

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• Milkmom

  Posted on December 12, 2012 at 8:48pm

  Very touching… Glenn – Victor and your family are in my prayers… may God comfort and strengthen you all and may he bless you with his gentle guidance as you make these difficult decisions… Wishing you a Merry Christmas full of Hope and Peace.

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• 1776freedomofspeech

  Posted on December 12, 2012 at 8:48pm

  Good dog. It is a sad commentary that Glenn Beck had to worry about his family’s protection. To have your family receive death threats is a terrible thing. I think only a coward would threaten a man’s family.
  Anyway, cool dog Glenn, I bet he served you well.

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• sermaus

  Posted on December 12, 2012 at 8:43pm

  only a caring person with a sensible soul would express such love and devotion, not to a pet, but a dear member of the family, may God with Glenn the peace, strenght and the sense of tranquilty for a tough desition, I do believe that there is a special place in heaven for all pets and we will find them there

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• SaturdaysWarrior76

  Posted on December 12, 2012 at 8:42pm

  I don’t own a pet, but I know that a pet can certainly be seen as a member of one’s family. A person can love a pet as they would their own child.
  A very moving tribute to your beloved dog, Victor. Glenn… I hope God will help you find answers for Victor’s care at this time, and bring comfort to you and your sweet family.

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