[Nfbf-l] The loss of my beloved Lionel my first Seeing Eye dog

[Carlos Montas]

Greetings to all of you. It is with a heavy hart that I write to all of you. Yesterday afternoon at 410 pm I lost my retired Seeing Eye dog Lionel to cancer.  He was 13 years old and on the one hand I am glad that he is not suffering any more but on the other hand it is extremely painful.  He died in my arms. The toomer that Lionel had was blocking his air way and thus he was having difficulty breathing.  Your thoughts and prayers are appreciated during this difficult time.  I am so blessed to have my current guide Xena with me as well as the support of so many of you who are guide dog users.  

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