sorry to hear of your loss, it is amazing how attached we can get to the faithful and loyal companionship that a dog provides, i had to put my golden down oct 30, she would have been 16 yrs the 18 of dec. agian sorry for your loss and that dog will not be replaced, you might get another but you'll always have those special memories of your lab in your heart. time heals all wounds, but it does take time.