Yeah. We had a dog named sparky. My parents got him a few years before i was born. He was one of the best dogs i have ever known. He would play with me when i was a baby and never hurt me or nothin. He was kind and friendly and playful and just about everything you would want in a dog. He was like a brother to me since im an only child. He was a shephard mix. My mom was actually going to get a cat but she got to the animal shelter and found that they were going to kill this little puppy within the hour if no one bought him. My mom felt sorry for him and fell in love with him and bought him there. He went on to live a happy healthy life till he was 16 years old. Then he passed away when i was about 12 years old. It was really sad and my whole family cried. Actually when i think about it thats the only time ive ever seen my dad cry. It was horrible. But these things happen and death is a part of life really. I feel for ya man and send my best wishes.