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Dear Ethan,

I'm so sorry to learn of your deep loss of Newton. I hope all of those fond beautiful memories help you in your grief. I often think of what Queen Elizabeth said when she lost Philip: "Grief is the price we pay for love."

May that love forever sustain you Ethan.

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Rona Maynard's avatar

Ethan, I am so very sorry for your loss of Newton, your miracle dog. Here’s to the book that will bring his story to the world.

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Starr's avatar

My deepest sympathies for your loss of your dear Newton. I have two Havies of my own plus an Honorary Havanese who adopted us at a shelter and my husband and I are foster parents with Havanese Rescue Inc. We we "foster failures" several years ago when we adopted our then-12-year-old foster dog Champ. That darling boy lived until almost 17, and he had the best temperament every day.

I look forward to reading all about Newton in your upcoming book.

May his memory be a blessing.

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Ethan D. Chorin's avatar

Thank you very much for writing. How wonderful you’re fostering, I’m sure you have Champ a wonderful older age… what a lucky dog. and the Havanese are so loving and spirited. Mines been gone 5 days and I’m devastated.

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Judy Schalick's avatar

So grateful to have shared meals with Newton, and of course, with his buddy. that special kind of love is such a gift in life. It makes us all feel worthy when it when we are fortunate enough to experience it. Amen to you both.

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Barry King's avatar

I love people that love and even spoil their pets. Sorry for your loss, Ethan.

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Michael Brill's avatar

My continued deepest condolences to you Ethan, both now and in the time ahead. And echoing sentiments already posted below, thank you for sharing Newton and your adventures together with us. Because of your writing, I learned a lot about Havanese I never knew. I'll certainly think of Newton at any mention of the breed from now on too.

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Ethan D. Chorin's avatar

Thank you Michael, it means a lot -- and there's a lot to tell... :)

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Sara Olsen's avatar

My deepest condolences. Wishing you peace, Ethan.

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Ethan D. Chorin's avatar

Thank you Sara

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Kati Kate Katherine's avatar

Newton lived a life filled with experiences that far surpassed adventures the average American human even dreams of. You gave him that and he gave you unconditional love. I'd say that makes both of you very fortunate which I know makes the loss more difficult.

You have my condolences. You also have my envy. Although I've had great dogs--and still do--only you had Newton.

I have enjoyed reading about Newton and his adventures here. I'm very much looking forward to reading more of his amazing story. Thank you for sharing him with me and the world. Prayers for your comfort sent.

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Ethan D. Chorin's avatar

Thank you Kati for taking an interest, and reading these posts, I'm happy other dog lovers find something in this.

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Autumn Widdoes's avatar

My condolences to you on the loss of your best friend, Newton.

Thank you for sharing Newton’s life and journey on Substack.

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Ethan D. Chorin's avatar

Thank you Autumn, that's very kind of you to say.

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Gene Urbinati's avatar

Ethan. Scott told me this week about your loss. Newton has gone over the rainbow bridge to join so many other beautiful dogs. I so understand your loss and my wife Sue and I are thinking of you.

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Ethan D. Chorin's avatar

Thank you so much Gene, I appreciate it...

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