Wednesday, October 21, 2009

2022.10.14 Facebook Post

 

It was a very good run...
Jake von der Alte Baum 10/20/2009 - 10/14/2022
To those of you who knew Jake personally, while I know you send "thoughts and prayers", I would love it if you shared a personal story/remembrance of Jake so I will have memories posted here to read. There are lots of funny ones from barn hunt, dock diving, scent work, stunt dog, when he was my assistance dog or from when he was a young, bitey dog with no brain. The hundred titles he got can be seen on his website and are too many to put here. His most memorable titles, however, were that he was the first dog to get a Barn Hunt RATCHX in Barn Hunt history and the first German Shepherd to get an AKC Scent Work Detective and Master Elite titles.
Jake lived way longer than I expected and was a clearly happy dog until the end. It's always been harder with my competition dogs and Jake is no exception. He did all he could to make us a better team and I will miss him desperately. He was laid to rest on the hill in the woods next to Brita and I'm comforted knowing her spirit was around to help him cross and show him the way. No doubt in my mind they are off and running free as they did for a decade every single day in the yard!
Absolutely every single soul in our lives today will one day go their own separate way. Of course, we'll each circle back around and be together forever and ever, too.
~~The Universe
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  • Len Kachinsky
    Sorry for the loss of your family member
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  • Andrea Marie
    He was an amazing dog, loved following along with all your adventures.
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  • Christine Ratchman-Westphal
    So sorry Laura, knew him thru your stories on Facebook. He gave his all and made a great contribution while here on earth. ❤
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  • Betty Lehrer
    So sorry for your loss
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  • Mike Alvarez
    Sorry to hear this
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  • Amy J. Schneider
    I'm so sorry, Laurel. He was an amazing dog and you were very lucky to have each other. ♥️
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  • Michele Wanie
    I’m so sorry for your loss Laurel. Jake was a beautiful dog and you gave him a wonderful life.
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  • Carol Liethen McIntyre
    So sorry to hear of this.
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  • Patty Hoehne
    I am so sorry, Laurel. Jake was certainly one of a kind. Hugs.
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  • Cheryl Schinker
    Jake was a great dog, the first time I meet him was at Dock Dogs in Appleton at the Appleton Mall 2016
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  • Brenda Cirricione
    Oh Laurel, my heart goes out to you. Jake was one of the very first dogs I ever saw do nosework.
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  • Laurie Schuttey
    So so so sorry….. but I know he lived the most amazing life, and was one of the Happiest dogs I’ve ever known!!!!!
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  • Kelly Mientke Butkiewicz
    I am so very sorry for your loss, Laurel Stone! Jake was an amazing dog and I know how hard this has to be for you! I will never forget the many Barn Hunt adventures we shared together and with Jake and certainly will never forget the time I ran him… 
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  • Lisa Hansen
    Oh Laurel...I am SO sorry. You and Jake made a remarkable team! You gave him a great life! My heart is breaking for you because he was such an exceptional dog and I know how much you loved him. Big HUGS my friend!
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  • Melinda Dougharty Bilecki
    I remember Jake as a puppy! He was your puppy when we first met you. One of the most handsome puppies I’ve ever seen. ❤️
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  • Jennifer Picard
    I am sorry, he was a wonderful soul, and incredible dog.
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  • Dave Garot
    So sorry Laurel, what a run the two if you had.
    I wish my rotties lives that long, but with that being said it's still never long enough...
    Hugs😔💔🐾🌈
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  • Eeva Nousiainen
    Ohh Jake, you are and always will be so loved! So many great memories with him! Hugs Laurel, you gave him a beautiful and happy life to the fullest!
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  • Rick Laes
    Jake was my boy, All the years at SwimDog when he torn open your metal crate because he wanted in by the pool. Jake was part of my journey just like yours. I will miss him, I'm sorry
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  • Joey Anne
    I am so sorry Laurel 💔 Jake was so awesome and amazing. 💕 I love that you had each other ❤️🐾 Sending you loves hugs and prayers 🙏❤️
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  • Anne Haberkorn
    I did not know him for all that long but loved him so! Such a sweet boy, hugs Laurel.
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  • Lisa Zentner Helmer
    I am very sorry 😞
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  • Beth Haberkorn Sternitzky
    I remember seeing Jake 'hunt' rats in Barn Hunt, way, way back at the beginning of Barn Hunt. Oh, what a great hunter he was! I loved watching you two.
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  • Kristy Hubbard
    I’m so sorry for the loss of your incredible boy! I will always remember the two of you at scent work trials… such a beautiful bond while working! ♥️
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  • Nancy Nestler
    Jake was a special boy. He was a true warrior of a Shepherd. From the beginning he showed his bravery after surgery and his entire life he never gave up. He loved to work, go to trials, be with dog friends, and was devoted to you. Jake was an ambassado… 
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  • Tammy Milbrath Strebe
    This caught me off guard, he had such an amazing life and career with his best friend. If only all dogs could have the blessed life he had! It just didn’t seem right if you and Jake weren’t at a dock event, Barn hunt or scent work trial. He was loved a… 
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  • Diane Miller
    Oh I’m so sorry to hear! Our meeting at Swimdog is something always to remember, especially your showing off how he can destroy a car crate. Also, like other dogs, Sadie taught him its ok to bark, bark, bark while waiting in line!
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  • Patti Paul Snyder
    Laurel I am so sad for you! And I’m so sorry for your loss! You gave Jake such an amazing life. He in turn gave you all the love and devotion he had to give. I love you dear Friend!
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  • Susie Ruggles-Loucks
    I an so very sorry
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  • Cindy Vogt-Repsold
    I am so very sorry to hear this. I remember training up at Beaver Dam with him!
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  • Linda Milbrath
    I met you and Jake when I started doing Barn Hunt with Zoe my Tibetan Terrier. Who ever thought a Tibetan could succeed in Barn Hunt? You cheered us on and we did it! I was raised with a German Shepard and bought my first one in high school. I coul… 
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  • Amy Rolph
    Ohhhh Laurel. What a special boy he was. So sorry
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  • Kari Jacobson Juadis
    Laurel, I’m so so sorry to learn of your loss. Tough tough time. I will keep you in my prayers, I know how important Jake was in your life.
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  • Holly Bushard
    It was an incredible run. I am so grateful for all the times I got to watch the two of you work together. You made an absolutely incredible exceptional team. I am deeply sorry for your loss.
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  • Heather Houghton LaFreniere
    Awww, so sorry for your loss of Jake!!! He was a beautiful dog!!❤️💕
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  • Becky Heiner
    So sorry for your loss, Laurel. I loved training with Jake and judging him in Barn Hunt. He sure loved his rats. Later in life, his spirit and will to carry on was truly inspiring. Dogs live in the moment and don’t worry about whether or not they can n… 
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    • Laurel Stone
      Becky Heiner and remembering those introduction to rats sessions for barnhunt! Oh my gosh was that crazy 🙂
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  • Lynsie Bernier
    Some of my favorite Treibball lessons were with you and Young Jake! I remember that even the slightest change in your hand signal he would offer a different behavior. He taught us quite a bit in those lessons! The most amazing GSD I have had the pleasu… 
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  • Polly Dake-Jones
    Laurel, I'm so sorry! I just remember you and him working as great team! ❤️
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  • Joanne Fleming
    Very sorry for your loss.
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  • Shelly Vander Wielen
    So sorry for your loss, Laurel. I remember Jake when I would drop in for a Rally class. I know just how special he was too you and how much he will be missed. Sleep softly, Jake💙
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  • Seth Collin Hatley
    Such a good boy. See ya later Jake.
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  • Gaye Lynn
    I love seeing the best of Jake! Sorry for your loss!
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  • Laura Ann Day
    I would never have heard of dock diving or barn hunt if it weren't for Jake! I will always remember him as in this family photo. What a happy dog!💖
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  • Lisa A De Valk
    So sorry for your loss. Never easy ☹️
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  • Lynn Busse
    God speed beautiful boy. 💖
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  • Renea Reinvented
    When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure
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  • Susan Olsen
    So many memories of Jake. All bring a smile. So sorry for your loss
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  • Anne Schmidt
    Run free!
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  • Brenda Coffield
    So, so sad to see him go...such an amazing fellow who defied the odds with your support. You two had a life together that most of us can only dream about. So sorry, Laurel. See you in the stars, good buddy. (I knew you wanted to see that hat again, Laurel.)
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  • Pat Heidel
    My memory of Jake was how he was so fast at nosework finding the hide and turned in the blink of an eye back to for a cookie and way he would give you his eating bowl and then give you Brittas you taught him so much just like a human
    But one day not lo… 
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    • Laurel Stone
      Pat Heidel I know when he was along in the last few years that he looked forward to you coming over and sneaking him treats while he was in the great waiting for what was happening. He sure loved you.. ❤️
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  • Brittany Voigt
    I remember when you first got Jake! I'm terribly sorry for your loss!
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  • Mike Bultman
    Sorry for your loss Laurel. Memories are forever!
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  • Cee Kranz
    I am so sorry for your loss, I can remember when he came into your life. He was so stunning
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  • Jennifer Doro
    I first met you and Jake at a Barn Hunt trial somewhere. I was new to the sport and really enjoyed watching Jake!! Then I met you again at a nosework seminar taught by Kathy Hatch and hosted by Lynsie. You and Jake were a fantastic team!!
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  • Sarah King Conklin
    I’m so sorry Laurel! 💔
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  • Jeannie Tews
    Thoughts and Prayers Laurel! 💔
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  • Michelle Haas Ziebell
    God sooooo many memories….. I can’t even pick just one… He was one amazing dog and he taught us all so much…. He wasn’t afraid to try anything and was good at everything!! Because he was so good at everything I did think it was clever of him when he wo… 
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  • Pamela Warrichaiet
    So sorry Laurel Stone. He will be missed
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  • Maryna Ozuna
    Awwww hell Laurel Stone . It was a superb run. You gave him the world and back again.
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  • Phil Langohr
    I remember meeting Jake during our broker class, a very special pup. much love to you, Laurel ❤️
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    • Laurel Stone
      Phil Langohr he loved coming to real estate class with me! And I'll bet a lot of people remember him from there 🙂
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  • Stacy Barnett
    Awww... I'm sorry....
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  • Dawn Deltour
    I can't for the life of me remember what it was you bought from my garage sale...It was probably a toy the kids had outgrown...But, you purchased for your dogs and I thought that was so cool...Sending Love and Hugs ❤ ps always love the beautiful posts … 
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  • Prudence Keffer
    Gretchen and I send our condolences! We are with Jessie..thinking if you!
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    • Laurel Stone
      Prudence Keffer I'm sure Gretchen Schultz has shared stories with you about how she shared a room with Jake and watched him take second place at barnhunt Nationals back in around 2014! 🙂
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    • Prudence Keffer
      Yes…good memories. I believe he saw his first horse up close at our house???
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  • Amy Lynn Sullivan
    I’m so sorry for your loss ❤️
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  • Paula M King
    I’m so sorry Laurel. He was truly one of a kind. You will meet again, at least that is my hope for you both.🙏🐾
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  • Nan Brennan
    Oh Laurel I'm so sorry to hear Jake past I know he was very proud to have you as his mama he was a champion
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  • Sandra Hoesel
    So very sorry Laurel… fly high Jake!
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  • Beth Jane
    So sorry for your loss!
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  • Karen Marston Ziemke
    I’m so sorry, Laurel… 😢It hurts so bad to lose these sweet souls… Thinking of you.
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  • Patty Beck
    So sorry for your loss. I met you and Jake at ICEs very first barn hunt trial. 😊
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    • Laurel Stone
      Patty Beck I remember that! I was so impressed with ICE!
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    • Patty Beck
      Laurel Stone thank you. He did very well in his barn hunt career. Lol. I was very impressed with Jake the few times I was able to watch him.
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  • Sam Dahms
    Thinking of you!
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  • Jodine Briel
    I'm so sorry, even though I didn't know Jake well, he was an amazing guy and I just know he told Mookie many secrets on how fun life is with you
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  • Traci Williams
    So sorry to read this…..but what a life he lived and the things you did together! I remember him as a wee little guy and Terence teaching him the bitey stuff 💕
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  • Linda Marx
    Jake What can I say .I knew him since puppy. Loved it when he came in office and I could play with him and talk to him and pet him. He was just the best boy. I'm shedding some tears right now thinking what a great mom Laurel was. Her heart has always … 
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  • Inger Nielsen Hotho
    Laurel, I've never met you or Jake in person yet I have tears streaming knowing that he's crossed the bridge. I've followed your journey for years now and feel very connected to the two of you. Sending you a warm hug from Nevada.......he was an amazing… 
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  • Kelly Harvest
    I never met him, but I know how much you loved him and how proud you were to share his amazing adventure and strength! I loved to hear about it, even in class! He will always be with you ❤️🙏 Much Love to you!
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  • Laura Inman
    What an amazing life he led
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    So sorry for your loss
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    So sorry for your loss Laurel Stone! ❤️
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    I'm so sorry Laurel
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    I’m so sorry Laurel Stone. Run free Jake 🐾💔
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  • Gail Vandenlangenberg
    So sorry Laurel. Jake was such a special boy and truely enjoyed listening to your stories of things you and he would do together. 😢💔
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    So sorry for your loss!!
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  • Ellen Emas Wright
    Laurel I am so sorry for your loss. RIP Jake, you were a very well loved, lucky dog🥲
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    So sorry for your loss
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  • Claudia Bailey
    Laurel I am so sorry 😢. He was a wonderful dog!
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    So Sorry Laurel 😢
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  • Mary Lowder
    Oh Laurel, thank you for posting and thank you for giving him such a good, good life.
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  • Mud Mymudes
    He was inspiring. I loved watching him dock dive, and seeing him at Scent Work. I didn’t see him at Barn Hunt, but he was always so very happy doing the things! He was a great one.
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  • Andrea Wiener-Chase
    You gave Jake the best 13 years any dog could have had. He was lucky he was yours. I am sad for you that he is gone, but I will bet you (& he) knew it was his time to go.💔
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  • Martha Hoffacker
    I never had a chance to meet Jake. The love, care and teaching made him a beautiful spirit. I will send a prayer for you and Jake tonight. I bet he will get to know Angela Lansbury and they will be great pals. Sending love to you Laurel. Martha
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  • Brenda Nilio
    Oh no! I am glad we got to play Nosework together earlier this week. What a neat dog. I remember him as being the "calm and stable" dog at WDC who always tolerated any dog that invaded his space. Great temperament.
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    I’m so sorry to see this, but happy Jake is now pain free. He was a marvelous dog that I know left a big space in your heart that Mookie will work his hardest to fill. 💔
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  • Amy Law
    So sorry for your loss! 💕 I loved watching the straw bales bounce and shake while Jake was plowing his way through a barn hunt course after something he had air scented. 💕
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  • Susan Mikel
    What a life!!! Jake had a fabulous life with you. Cherish the memories.
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  • Rachel Bachand
    I'm so sorry 😞 sending hugs
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  • Mary C Huff
    What an amazing dog! He will be missed by many. I am so sorry.
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  • Dawn Christensen
    He was one in a million 😥 So sorry for your loss 💔
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  • Mary Prange Schulz
    Laurel so sorry , he was a special boy and you always had great stories about his accomplishments
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  • Donna Matey
    We had so many good times training together when Jake was a wild youngster learning bite-sports! we reconnected later with Barn Hunt. You and Jake were always well prepared and enthusiastic as well as successful competitors. Godspeed to a great dog!
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    • Laurel Stone
      Donna Matey part of his success was because you helped me become a better trainer! I owe so much to you and what we did over the years.. ❤️
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  • Lizzie Button
    Awww so sad! He was such a gorgeous boy! Sending you hugs Laurel!
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  • Penny Zogg Hatt
    I'm so sorry Laurel. I know how special he was. So hard to lose a furbaby, they are family members.
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  • Ana Cilursu
    So very sorry…I always enjoyed watching him on your videos - a real treat. Godspeed
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  • Vicki L Olson
    So sorry for your loss. You gave him a good life. He Lives on in the great memories you made
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  • Minna Nousiainen-Becher
    He had truly amazing life and best dog mom ever cherish the memories
    My deepest condolences
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  • Wayne Stephens
    Sending prayers Laurel. I'm sorry for your loss.
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    • Laurel Stone
      Wayne Stephens pictures of you and Jake pop up on my screensaver all the time when he was a young bitey dog! You were one of his favorite people 😊
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    • Wayne Stephens
      Laurel Stone he was always a fun dog. I was just telling a friend about him last week.
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    HUG!! He was quite a dog.
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  • Barb Stanek
    Laurel Stone, what a boy Jake was. My clear memory of the two of you was at the OKC CGC. I was in the "meet a friendly dog" challenge area with my girl Trio. In come you and Jake, as full of life energy as you both can be. I remember asking you if … 
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    My heart goes out to you. I know how you are feeling because I lost my 20-year old cat this week.
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