You know, it sounds like Copper was a special dog with special insight on people. You were lucky to be his "Mom" during this time on earth. I went through this 5 years ago with a beloved pet. I said at that time I would wait to replace her when an animal that really needed me was available. You will never replace him, only share the love you once gave him to another animal in need. Rescue one sometime, there are too many being abandoned and killed at shelters. Our pet was not a puppy but in a terrible puppy mill environment and she has brought me a lot of love and joy. She was the one w
