Sorry for your traumatic loss, I have had Tervuerens' a femaile puppy from1987 -2001, bred her, kept the runt, her daughter from 1989 - 2003 traveled all over the world with them, they lived with my children since they day they were born living a full active life. Now having my new family life in the Alps with a toddler we are getting a Tervueren again. So looking forward to this, life does have its twists and turns, the due diligence on checking lineage is not so easy and honest breeders are few and far between. We pray and wish for the best.
Hello dear, I'm truly sorry to hear about your devastating loss. Watching the video today completely shattered my heart. :( May your sweet Rancho rest in peace.
I'm just finding this out now. I never knew. My boy Tiberius is about to turn 3 he reminds me so much of Rancho, that it's hard to watch the clips of Rancho. I'm crying for your loss, I'm so very sorry!😔😭 You have your children now that fill up your life in a different way. May God bless your family. RIP sweet Rancho until you meet again. 🌈🐾🪽🥀🙏✨️
I wish I knew how to tell you to deal with the loss of a Belgian. I lost my Belgian Groenendael on May 5 and am still distraught and empty feeling and indescribably lonesome for him. I had him for 12 1/2 years and was so lucky to have him with me for so long. I can tell how special Rancho was to you as he was in many ways like my dog Mocha. Ya’ll were so good with Rancho, I hope you know what a great couple you were for him to get to live with. I have had two Belgians. My first Groenendael, Loki, had idiopathic epilepsy which developed at age 7. He lived for another two years and nine months on sodium bromide everyday without seizures after the initial three grand mal seizures. These dogs are so special in every way. I really appreciate you posting the video of Rancho. Thank you so much. God bless you.
Heartbroken. I feel what you've been going through. It just tears you apart seeing them suffer when they have no clue what's going on, when they're just in terror and you're in terror too and you basically can do nothing but hold them and try calm them down,... it's so terribly sad. They run through their short lives way too fast. And when the time is up it's almost impossible to let them go. Still that's our last and hardest duty: To give them a peaceful release in dignity when there's no point in suffering anymore. I came across your channel recently, about the time my little Tervueren girl was born. Kaylee is 4 1/2 months now. I enjoy your films greatly and have been a Rancho fan right from the start. May you find comfort in knowing Rancho and you have been, are, and will be an inspiration for many people and he will live on in these lovely films for all of us for years to come. My deepest sympathies and loads of love from Berlin.
I’m so sorry for your loss. Rancho was one of the main reasons why I got my Belgian shepherd and he was always such a good role model. You and your family will be in my prayers ❤️
I've been following this channel off and on for several years. You guys are the reason I decided a Belgian Tervuren was right for me. I had to put my cat to sleep August 25th of this year, just over a month ago, due to hemangiosarcoma, a very rare type of cancer in felines. We did a surgery to remove the tumor but sadly it had affected her deeply from the inside, being a blood cancer, and we were giving a poor prognosis. She was diagnosed in June and passed only 2 months later. She was only 8 so I fully understand what it's to like to lose them so young, it feels like you have been robbed of a life together. I cried every day for 3 weeks and am only just now getting to where I can look at cat pictures and not immediately break down. I still don't have it in me to take down her towers or food bowls just yet. I am so sorry to hear about Rancho. He won the hearts of so many people all over the world. There is no trick to handling grief, no shortcut or path around it, no combination of letters and words to make it go away. But it does get better, slowly, one day at a time. Eventually it fades, and while you'll always miss Rancho, you'll eventually be able to think of all the good memories and smile rather than cry. 💕
So sorry for your loss. You guys are such wonderful fur parents to Racho. I lost my Belgian Terv 'Tesla' at 13 years and 8 months. He was diagnosed with mouth cancer in April 2024 and I had to put her down, which is the most difficult decision I ever had to make. Our fur babies are forever miss.
I am so sorry for your great loss. Rancho had a wonderful life with you , and in the end you selflessly did what was best for him. I have a Malinois who has seizures. She was a rescue and her DNA results show she had ancestors from good lines from at least one parent. Vets can't figure out why she has seizures, and like you, we declined the MRI. My girl's seizures aren't as strong as Rancho's were but they terrify me. She doesn't lose consciousness. She tries to hold her gaze on me as she convulses and she seems to take comfort that I am with her. Again, I am so sorry you lost Rancho . I lost two female Malinois in the last three years, and currently have the Malinois who has seizures and a male Tervuren. Yes, four lived with me at the same time. I still miss and grieve the two I lost. It takes years for the pain to lessen. May you find peace knowing you gave Rancho love , fun and a happy life. Big hugs to you and your family.
Oh no Petra 😢 I am absolutely heartbroken for you at the loss of dear handsome Rancho.💔 He is now running free over the rainbow 🌈 Thankyou for all the amazing wonderful memories you left us of Rancho. He had the best life with you. RIP Rancho we will miss you 😪💙💙
My sweet friend I am SO incredibly sorry for your loss - I have been watching you and beautiful Rancho for a long time and adored every moment. Rancho will always be with you. Them leaving is never fair - but you were the very best momma he could ever ask for. Rest in paradise Rancho
To loose a pet is never easy, no matter the circumstances, it's the only we can give them when they've given us so much. Run wild, free and whole again at Rainbow Bridge Rancho until you see your mum and dad again. He will always be with you though, carry him in your hearts x
Thank you for all of your content over the years! You inspired us to get our first Belgian shepherd. Close to a decade later, we have an entire household. Rancho is still remembered as our original inspiration - and has brought so much joy into our lives. ♥️
My sincere condolences Petra! I am so sorry for your loss and I admire you and your husband for having strength to let him go at the right time. Rancho had a perfect life with you and your husband, he knew how much he was loved. I'm sure he'll be watching you and your family from above. Run free Rancho. 🌈
Oh dear! What a tragedy. You and he brought so much joy and humour to our lives, and it's not fair that you had to put up with so much pain and grief in return. I understand this pain. We also lost our previous Terv, Dexter at 7 years of age due to an adenocarcinoma at the base of his nose, and I was inconsolable. He was my closest friend. My advice? Find another Terv. We have had Gus now for nearly 3 years, and he has filled that desperate hole in my life that was created when we lost Dexter. These dogs have different personalities, but Gus reminds me of Dexter every day - and in a happy way. I know you have children on the way, but the love of a dog is a very different kind of love, and I've found that there's always room enough in our hearts for both. My condolences, and best wishes to you both. Your videos have been a wonderful show-casing of this sort of love. Professionally and sensitively done. Bravo!
I am seeing this video and your channel for the first time. I am so sorry for your loss. Losing a “best friend” is one of the most painful experiences. I have lost 2 of my loves, Blue & Koda within the last year. Blue, an American Bully lived until he was 14. Koda, a shepherd mix lived 12 happy years, passing in his sleep only 2 weeks ago. 😢 I have a poem to share with you that I hope brings you some peace. I will send it in a separate post. Lots of love to you & your family. 🐾❤️❤️🐾
I have followed your channel for years, and feel as though I knew Rancho personally. I’m sobbing over the loss of this radiant creature, and the pain you must be feeling. I’m so sorry for it. My Terv is 5 years old, and although she comes from seizure free lineage, the idea of it scares me to death. I’ve lost many dogs and horses in my life, and the only comfort I have found is knowing I did right by them, reminding myself that they had great love from me, and honoring them by bringing another dog into my life. All of the lessons they teach us, the tricks and the love, they pass along in us, and we then pass it along to our next dog. In that way, they stay with us forever. I am going to light a candle in memory of Rancho this evening. He shone beautifully through your eyes.
I'm so sorry to hear this news , Rancho was one of the dogs that made me want a Belgian Shepherd, Sunny's 3 now and bring me much joy. Long may Ranchos spirit live on , in all those he touched and inspired. Thank you for sharing the highs and the lows of these amazing animals.
So sorry to hear of your loss. You took care of him so well. Loved watching him so much. I have a 3 year old Terv named MACEY and she looks like him. I'd still be watching your older posts in memory of him. You take care.
Oh My Dog! Petra! No! This news breaks my heart. I had missed you guys when you were gone. You took such good care of him. All our love. I’m so sorry. I loved him. Thank you for sharing him with us. RIP Rancho 😭😭😭😢🥰🦊👍🏻 Also congratulations on your twins!
My sincere condolences 💐 🐾 🐕 I’m so so sorry 😭😭😭😭😭😭 You gave Rancho a great life. I hope you find a small amount of solace in that. Rancho crossed the rainbow 🌈 bridge and will always be in our hearts forever 💔 🐕
I am so sorry to hear about Rancho. We lost our Belgian Groenendael in the exact same way - overnight seizures of increasing frequency, and spinal problems afterwards. We also didn't go for the MRI as our Indiana was over 13 (he was a rescue and 1-3 years old when we got him), but all signs pointed to genetics as well. We did have an x-ray 2 years earlier that confirmed spinal arthritis, and we also had him on water treadmills and acupuncture. It was remarkably the same pattern as Rancho, and we had to let him go when he had two grand mal seizures in one day. He just couldn't keep going like that and was anxious all the time because of the pain. What we did was make a scrapbook of all the photos we had of him over the years, as a physical keepsake. We also got a stuffed animal that looked similar to give to our son that grew up with Indy as an older brother. I wrote a litter to him, detailing everything I could remember about our time together. The time he jumped into a pool with no idea how to get out, seeing his first goose in the yard, the time he stole 2 pounds of BBQ beef when no one was watching - he was smarter than we expected! I keep that on a shelf with his picture and collar. About a year later, we got a new German Shepherd (Tervs and Groens are rare in my country) rescue and took all of the lessons we learned with Indy to give our new family member the best start we could. Also, it was just after Indiana's death that I found this channel. Watching Rancho's life genuinely helped me through my grief. I hope that in a small way, knowing what an impact Rancho had for myself and my family after our loss helps you with yours. Thank you, Rancho.
Oh my gosh, so similar! I'm sorry you had to go through that too. So cool what you did after his passing. Thanks a lot for the support. I'm happy to hear our channel helped you through your grief.
How perfect you and Rancho were destined for each other. If it can happen once, it can happen again. Rancho has made us laugh, cry, gasp, smile and much more. I was only able to see him through here, but you were blessed by having the awesome responsibility of raising Rancho. I greatly appreciate the sharing of Rancho’s beautiful story. Rancho’s memories are a part of our story now.
We found your channel after losing our beautiful boy, Simba. He was so similar to Rancho in appearance and personality, to be honest it was your channel that helped us through the grieving process. It felt that I could tune in to your latest video and see our boy again. It still makes me well up. Rancho had the best life any dog could possibly have. He was loved so deeply, and it's clear that he repaid that many times over. I was heartbroken myself when I read that Rancho had left us, as it felt like our Simba had died twice! :( I wish you and your family the very best over the coming months. Time heals all wounds, and in the meantime you have so many happy memories to look back over with you beautiful videos. God bless you both and your growing family ❤❤
So sorry to hear about Rancho suffering with epilepsy. Your videos helped us tremendously with raising our Belgian Terv. We had no idea what we were in for but we are blessed to have her. No words can take away your sadness, but time does heal and take comfort in knowing Rancho doesn’t suffer any longer. 🙏🏼💛
I am so so sorry for your loss.. I am crying, the whole day, since I found your Video this morning.. It's so hurtful to lose someone you have loved so much.. Rancho was so special and lovely.. Thank you for all the videos, that you guys shared with us.. I wish you the best. May God bless you 🙏 Lots of greets from Germany
So sorry for your loss. I am an old follower but havent been on RUclips a lot lately. I have had several dogs but I have never been so attached to any dog like my Groenendael. I will be so devastated when he will be gone. I hope you are ok. Rancho will never be forgotten. ❤
So sorry for your loss :( Came across this channel randomly and found this video. Can't even watch the video or Im gonna cry like a baby. I can't imagine your feeling. Loosing an animal is really hard and I feel your pain. Just remember that you gave him an awesome life with you.
So sorry for you, truly appreciate that you shared your journey with so many of us. I understand your heart break. We got our Terv almost three years ago about 17 years since we owned one. We recognize a lot of similarities between our Dashel and Rancho. They are wonderful companions and it is difficult thinking about owning one again when the one you’ve lost has given so much to you. But thank you for sharing so much with us.
Thank you for sharing your heartfelt journey with Rancho. My husband found your channel and followed your postings religiously. We had gotten our first Terv, Tristan! He learned about Terms from you! Almost 4 years ago, Tristan started having problems with his heart. This was not in his lineage. It was much like your journey with Rancho, each day was new and different. After 6-7 months, he told us it was time. He greeted the ride to the Vet with tail wags and kisses! It is the hardest decision to take control of the life of a companion you love so much! He "ran free" of pain on his 6th birthday! That was 3-1/2 years ago. We have 3 more Tervs, but they don't replace Tristan! May your hearts be healing and filled with the happiness Rancho gave of himself!!
I fell in love with Rancho. Every video always made me so happy. I could emotionally connect with him and you and I could feel your love for him. 3.5 years ago, I bought a Tervuren from a breeder that breeds the dogs to be strong and healthy (old style vs show dog). I cannot tell you how much I love this dog. A lot of his expressions and actions are similar to Rancho and when I watch a Rancho video, it almost feels like I am watching my dog. While I have not trained him to the extent you have, we still have our little games. Shiner loves to play little tricks (like take our spot on the bed if we get up) because he knows we will love on him for a minute or two before we tell him to move. Because I know the love of a Tervuren, I can imagine your pain. I am so sorry. Your video made me cry and I am so upset by this sad news. You will never replace Rancho but your heart will always be big enough to love another. I hope you can find some happiness soon and fill that awful ache. And my best wishes on your twins. Sending love from Texas. James, Christa and Shiner.
Hi. i was looking up some information for my son who wanted to do his presentation on my mum's dog, Isha, who looks just like your Rancho and I stumbled upon your instruction video with the 5 questions to ask before getting a Terv. Immediately after that video, this one popped up. I couldn't stop crying for the whole video. You mention you "hope" you gave him a good life.... I think you should never use these words again as it 's so obvious that you DID give him the best life there is! You have been the most caring loving dog parents any dog should have! The love between you and Rancho is so so beautiful... I grew up with a Groenendael, Odin and even after I left the house he was the main reason (sorry, mum and dad) I visited so often. He had pulled me through so many sad times in my teenager years and I couldn't hug anyone like I could hug him until my son was born. I still miss him so much as he was my best friend. They are just the most loving dogs ever. I hope the birth of the twins will comfort you and I can only advise you to get a new puppy before they're born. Some people say they don't want to "replace" their best friend so soon that they need to mourn but the new life doesn't mean you can't keep mourning.... A new puppy will never erase the memories you have of Rancho and Rancho wouldn't want you guys to be so sad especially now you're expecting another new form of life into your lives! He would lick away at you, jump all over you and urge you to be happy again just as he was all the time.... This being said I don't want to minimalise your pain whatsoever. It's the worst thing to lose somebody so close to you, who 's given you so much. Sending you love and healing...
I literally can’t say how sorry I am 💔! It’s taken me a couple of hours to watch the full video 😭❣️ You Absolutely made the Best decision for him❣️ I am praying for you both 🙏❣️ He could Not have had a better life❣️ Congratulations on your babies❣️ That’s such a Blessing ♥️! We are Blessed to have been able to know Rancho♥️! I lost my Legend after 12 and a half years💔 it truly was heartbreaking! I think you know how I dealt with it and what helped me his name is Tonka♥️ Seriously nothing could’ve helped me more than him♥️
Thank you so much Bonnie 🌈 We do hope it was the best decision. Great to hear Tonka helped heal your broken heart after Legend ♥️ One day, when the twins are here and we get into a routine, we'd like to do the same.
I’m so sorry for your loss. Rancho was so beautiful even though we never met, you made amazing videos to share his wonderful life with us which I’m eternally grateful as Rancho was the inspiration for me to get my Belgian. His name is Butcher. Rancho will live on in you and in the wonderful memories you shared with the world.
Oh no 😢 I am so sorry about Rancho. Run free sweet baby. You brought so much joy to so many people. Thank you for sharing your life with us. We will always love you and miss you completely.
I'm heartbroken by this news. I found your videos a few years ago and is part of the reason I ended up getting a Groenendael. Rancho was a beautiful and sweet dog and he will be missed, Thankyou for sharing him with the world.
Oh Petra I am so so so sorry for your loss. Rancho and your videos have helped me tremendously with the loss of my beautiful Terv three years ago. Rancho had a wonderful life with you and I hope you can have some comfort knowing how much he enjoyed his life and how you did everything you could for him. Take good care - I know you'll miss him forever.
I am so very sorry for you're loss. Rancho had been a very lucky Dog to have had you in his life. And you were all A True Blessing For Each Other. I'm sure that Rancho is and will always be watching over you both. He would want you to be happy, and not un-happy. Take time and morn your loss. But another little one could be a good idea possibly in the future. A lot of abused and abandoned dog's need a good safe and loving home. Or possibly 2 eventually one and later another. They could also have another dog to keep each other company, when you are not home. One possibly for each and or all of you ? And twice as much love to share, Right ? Thank You for sharing sad news with us all. A great loss. Blessings to you and yours. Such Wonder Dog Parents. Take Care, Ruby.
I am deeply saddened by Rancho's death. That's very intense. Thank you for explaining his illness and its course. Lots of strength together in processing this great loss. Be thankful for the good time with Rancho. What a beautiful sweet dog he was. How wonderful to hear that twins are on the way! That will probably provide enough distraction and love,to give this period a place. Be strong, treasure the beautiful memories you all had with him. Take care, also from my two Tervs Fenna&Loki❤
So sorry for your loss. I loved watching Rancho on your videos. He looked just like my beloved Belgian Tervuren Scarlet. She died in 2019, just a month short of her 14th birthday. There are no words to comfort. Only memories. Your upcoming twins will be a reminder of the powerful quote by Franz Kafka, "Everything you love will probably be lost. But in the end love returns in another way."
Oh my heart! Just seeing this, I am so very sorry you had to release Rancho. I know how you feel, I really do. My Belgian Sheepdog Josie was epileptic. Had her first seizure just before her 7th birthday. Had a series of them even on meds. On a whim, I sent a mouth swab off to Hemopet, came back that she was sensitive to turkey. She'd been eating turkey most of her life. Changed her diet, she went seven months seizure free. The one she had was because I had a bad fall, could not get up, was down for 4.5 days and she missed doses of her meds. Afterwards thought we were back on track but over the next several months, she started refusing to eat, lost so much weight, and it was gastric carcinoma. Both this and epilepsy are far to prevalent in our beloved Belgians. More in the Tervs and Sheepdogs, I have heard less common in the Mals. My Josie died on March 24, 2024. I still randomly just start crying, I miss her so damn much. If there is a Rainbow Bridge, I hope Rancho and Josie are there waiting to reunite with us.
I can totally understand … we had 3 Belgian shepherds … all went to 14 years and we had to let them pass to their next life because of some illness the doctors said were not recoverable. Our Belgian shepherds are the most most beautiful dogs …ever. I totally feel what you feel what and your emotional pain to leave him behind . Strength and take the to mourn. Dogs are always our best friend. I am so sorry for a your loss …. Rancho forever !!
I've only just found this and I have to say how sorry I am about Rancho. A few years ago I found Rancho after I got my first dog, a Tervuren mix. You guys were an inspiration to me and how to look after my dog. Your videos with him were amazing and at least you have those as memories. You gave him such a full and happy life, it was so good to see everything you did with him. Then when his health started failing, you did the best for him. I'm so sorry. Just know that you and Rancho helped me so much with my own dog.
This is the channel..We had 2 Tervs. Apollo passed unexpectedly at 11 years and 9 months. The cause is unknown, he was found dead in the yard, could be hearta attack. Terv has such a unique personality and always wants to be involved in everything. Very sweet and affectionate, and they have such great character.
Petra, so sorry to hear this. Rancho was special, and having to make the decision to let him go is extremely difficult, but there was no other option, you did all you could. Of course he had a wonderful life but we all hope to keep our furbabies with us for many more years. You do have so many wonderful memories together and in time these will make the pain hurt less. Some day there will come another dog in your lives for sure, your hearts are big enough to love another one, but there will always be a place in there as well for Rancho, he won't be forgotten. Sending hugs 🐺🐶🩵🦋
Omg 😢😢I am sooo sorry for the loss of your family member. My girl Bella is five and had rare kidney stones removed last March 2022. The thought of losing her is unbearable. The Belgian Turv is a very special breed that bring so much joy and love to you. Bella loves my grandbabies toddlers and teens. She walked with my granddaughter as she was learning to walk. Losing a pet is losing a family member, because they are part of your family. I pray that memories of your beautiful dog will eventually ease your pain and remind you of the joy he brought you. Rancho will forever be in your ❤.
I am so sorry for the loss of such a beloved member of your family. He was a beautiful dog and you can tell he was loved and given the best life he could possibly have. Thank you for sharing Rancho with us.
Im so sorry for ur loss. Im crying myself. That is totally devastating and he.was so young. You made the best decision- the deepest act of love- by thinking of him and his quality of life. Never doubt urself over that decision nor the Mri. I think he lived the most wonderful life with u 2. I have just come across ur videos and i can see what a happy dog he was. He will definitely let u know when to get a new puppy. I am truly sorry about ur loss. RIP Rancho.
I'm so sorry for your lost 💔 it's absolutely heartbreaking. I lost my first dog, a sheltie when he was only 4 years old. It was 7 years ago and I still miss him but at least now I can think about him without crying everytime. I remember I paused studies and started a new job after he died and I had to hide in the dishwashing room beacuse sometimes the grief came over me and I couldnt stop tears from coming... After only 6 months I got a puppy, I was still sad and no one could replace my dog but the puppy helped me get the routines back and gave me other things to think about. Much love❤
I'm very very sorry. I have been crying all the video long and now that I'm writing these lines I'm following crying. Now I am watching sleeping my lovely terv girl called Dolça (Sweet in catalan) because she is very very sweet and lovely. She is 9 and a half and last year she was very close to die. The vet told us that in 24h we should decide to give her euthanasia. Affortunately we were lucky and now she is healthy with us. I just can say that I enjoyed a lot watching the Rancho videos and you can feel proud and privileged to share all those years and happy moments with him. I know what you suffered because before Dolça I got a Groenendael, she had cancer, operated twice, got radio but all wasn't enough to save her and finally we had to finish her suffering and it was one of the hardest days of my life when she was gone in my arms. I felt like a killer that kill a daughter. Remember all the good thing with him, that I'm sure there are a lot. My best regards and my condolences. And I'm sure that Rancho is in the heaven watching you and playing with other angels like him
I just found out today that Rancho died. I'm so sorry! He was so similar to my Einstein in many ways, I enjoyed watching all of his vlogs. Einstein died in May this year at the age of 13, I know how difficult it is... Run free wonderful Rancho...
I was in tears while watching your video, I know how hard this must have been for you. We watched all your videos while waiting for our Tervuren to come home with us. She is now 11 months old. Rancho was a very special boy. Thinking of you ❤
Words can't describe how deep this connection can be between you and a dog. I'm so so sorry for your loss. Since I have a tervueren too it's much worst for me to watch this video. I hope you will find peace after Rancho and you'll be happy again. Rest in peace Rancho. I've learned a lot from you and you made me a better owner for my dog. Thank you ❤️.
So sorry to hear Rancho passed! It must be devastating! i have been watching your videos for years - it's been so fun to watch! So thank you for that. We have a terv girl turning 8 this summer. Hope to keep her for many years to come!
We are heartbroken for you. Rancho was such a wonderful dog - it has always been a pleasure to watch all your adventures with him. He touched so many lives through your sharing of him. Congratulations on your twins - that is a joy. They will grow up hearing stories of him and being able to watch all your wonderful videos so will get to know him all the same. 💙🧡💛
My deepest condolences - there was nothing more you could have done for Rancho 💔. You did absolutely everything for him and you showed him the purest form of love when you let him go ❤.
This is heartbreaking.😢 Through the video's it felt like we knew him. Thank you for sharing this story with us. This decision must have been sooo hard, knowing he wouldn't be in pain after this but not here with you anymore. Losing your dog makes you feel sick to the core for a long time. Only time makes the pain and the void bearable. We wish you luck with the twins. Big hugs from us and Tove. ❤ RIP Rancho.
Rancho will forever be in our memories. He's a lovely example of a Belgian Tervuren, and you have been kind and generous enough to share to us a glimpse of what it's like to own a Belgian Shephwrd, and you guys did it so right, so responsibly and with so much love. Thank you for enlightening us with the breed, with the reality of owning dogs, including the health complications and unexpected surprise illnesses. He will forever be an inspiration for us. You and Rancho inspired me to dream to own a Terv. I'm getting a Mal soon, and I hope to get a Terv as my third dog.
I don't think I commented before but I've enjoyed so many of your videos - Rancho was a lovely soul and it was great to see a dog so loved and well looked after. All I can say is he was a lucky guy to have you and he had a wonderful life, with you looking after him right until the end and seeing him go through his illness was obviously so hard on you. I'm typing this through tears, I have so much sympathy for you both I know the grief must be huge. But of course I also want to congratulate you on the news about the twins. I'm just some random on the internet, but I'm wishing you all well.
I’m so sorry for your loss. I had no idea why we hadn’t seen anything of Rancho for a while. Cousins Grace and Abbie send you their love and hugs. Run free, indeed, dear Rancho. As cousins we’re thankful there are no signs of sickness in either Grace or Abbie. Grace has her shoe obsession and Abbie inherited all the mischief in the breed 🙂.
I don't comment much.... but I just want to express my condolences. I discovered your videos a year ago soon after rescuing a year old malinois who is now a big part of my life like Rancho was to yours. Losing a dog is the most painful feeling I've ever experienced. Many of you here know. My heart aches for you.💔
My sincere condolences to your family. I cannot imagine how you're feeling as you pass through this incredibly cruel ordeal. Saying goodbye to Rancho was tough, but it was the right decision: he did not deserve to live in pain. Quality of life is more important than quantity, and Rancho certainly had a wonderful life with you. During these years, your incredible adventures have given joy and happiness to thousands of people, and Rancho's memory will live on in their hearts.
Although I have seen many of your videos I never sent a comment. I loved them and saw how many tips Rancho and my brother's Terv shared💗💗!!! He has recently got a female Terv and both are a continuos source of joy and happiness. I do understand your pain and sorrow since I lost a 14 yo golden retriever WHO was kinder, more loyal and really a support than many people around us. All my LOVE and comprehension for you both. I do agree your comment about breeders: many of them hide those problems because of business' interests... A huge hugh 🙏🙏.
Heartbreaking video. God bless you and your beautiful dog. I lost my dog Mordechai at age 7 in October 2021. After watching this video, I felt thankful he died from DCM, a common problem in Dobermans. His death, though it was tragic for me, didn't involve so much suffering for him. In three days it was over. Now I'm planning to get another Belgian Shepherd, but yes, the seizures are a daunting possibility. It must have been so hard, this is one of the saddest video I have ever seen.
Oh my! Five days ago, I decided to do a search to see if there was a channel that has a Tervuren. I found this channel. I watched several videos of Rancho and was smitten by his personality and handsome looks (such a cutie with his prancing and bouncing). I then saw a link to this video (one day old) and thought WTF? I started watching it and was quickly in tears. He was a wonderful fellow and there were good times, and I know you made the right decision. Yes, death came too soon for Rancho, but having him suffer would have been too terrible to bear. Just please know that I share your loss even though I did not learn about him until after his passing. It was awful when I had to put my last GSD down, and I hope that somehow my words are of comfort to you. Thank you for sharing him with us, Franz. * A bit of background, I watch several RUclips dog channels, Jade (and "siblings"), Sherpa, and K'eyush, and I have had a long-haired German Shepherd (for eight years) that looks very similar to a Tervuren, but she stocky even for a GSD (short legs, tail touches the floor).
So sorry for your loss, it's so heartbreaking 💔 I lost my almost 17 year old pomeranian a few months ago too after making the call to have her put to sleep (end stage kidney failure) I still cry over it most days. Losing them young or old you're never ready to say goodbye, but knowing you're able to set them free from the suffering and pain really helps. They let you know when they're ready to go and and being with them and holding them when they pass is the greatest comfort to them ❤ lots of love and healing
I just saw your post about Rancho. I know exactly how you feel as we lost our Terv, Shadow last September. When I found Rancho's RUclips channel I was so amazed how Rancho reminded me of Shadow. He was our first Terv, and our first agility dog. But more than anything he was the most amazing dog... a true ambassador for the breed. There wasn't anyone or any dog or cat that didn't fall in love with him. Small children would come running up to him and he would let them throw their arms around his next to greet him. We were so fortunate to have Shadow for 13 years. His last two years were difficult due to injuries. We too did MRI's, X-rays, consults, physical therapy, drugs, and every supplement we could find that we thought might help him. In the end, it was as if all of his systems shut down. Within two days we had to euthanize him. It broke our hearts. We are coming up on the one year anniversary of his passing, and it hasn't gotten easier. But we are blessed with many pictures and videos of him. We will never get over him... he was just so special. So I wish I could tell you that it will get easier. It will be so good for you to welcome your twins as they will bring a new focus to your lives. But I would encourage you to look for another Terv when you feel you are able to welcome him into your lives. Rancho is watching you... I feel Shadow's presence all the time. You too will continue to feel Rancho in your lives. Sending you our thoughts and prayers.
Watching your video and crying all the way. Am so so so sorry for your loss. Have a Mali myself and have been through this pain more than a few times in my life, which I have spent all alongside dogs. Rancho would love for you to give your love to another dog when the time is right. And he’s not gone.
I can't stop crying on that video.. I feel you so much because my dog is also having seizure since one year.. Rancho had a great life with you and i'm sure wherever he is, he won't stop loving you ❤️ this video was probably extremely difficult to turn but I hope it will maybe help you to let go a bit of all of that. I'm with you guys ❤️ sorry for your loss and I'm sending you a lot of love and good energy for the years to come.
I just saw this and I'm so, so sorry for your loss - I cried during this and I feel for the both of you so much. He reminds me so much of my Groenendael, who is around the same age, and I truly cannot even imagine the pain you must be going through. Epilepsy is a horrible disease in our breed and heartbreaking to deal with. I hope you find peace knowing you tried everything you could and that he is no longer in pain or having seizures. Be kind to yourselves too ❤
Thank you for sharing Rancho’s story with us. Obviously telling us about his seizures and ultimate death was very painful for you. Truly, there’s really not much that helps the pain of losing a beloved pet except time. Give yourself all the time you need to grieve, and I think you’re right- Rancho will give you a sign to let you know when you’re ready for another dog. Fortunately for you and your husband, you’ll soon have a joyous distraction- twins! (Congratulations!!!) We were immediately big fans of Rancho and you. It seems as if you both hit the jackpot with each other- and it was so much fun watching your wonderful videos! If it helps, Rancho will live on in our household because our cue word for getting our Terv to lie down and get her wet paws wiped is “Rancho”:) This happened because while we were waiting for the delivery of our Terv puppy we watched all of Rancho’s videos- and were sooooo impressed with Rancho’s training and abilities! We especially noticed how Rancho easily offered his paws for wiping (because this had always been a struggle with our previous dog). So, when we got our pup, right from the start, we would say “Do the Rancho” when teaching her to wait at the door, lie down, and get a wipe down. Now all we have to say is “Rancho”, and she’s ready to be cooperative and patient about getting toweled off. Thank you again for sharing Rancho’s whole life with us. Sincerely, you both will always have a place in our hearts❤
I loss my service dog 5/3/23, we were together for 8yrs. l will never be the same, I feel broken. Your video was hard to watch. I am so sorry, I really know what it feels like,
Thankyou so much for making this video. I made it just over halfway, but can't continue, I'm too sad. Everytime I see Rancho I think of our Rondo back in Helsinki. He used to shake his head a bit when young, thankgoodness it seemed to disappear as he grew into older age. We were very lucky. My thoughts are with you guys.
Ohhh…😢 There’s a quote, from Watership Down.. It says… My heart has joined The Thousand, for my friend stopped running today. I’m so sorry for this loss.
Sorry for your traumatic loss, I have had Tervuerens' a femaile puppy from1987 -2001, bred her, kept the runt, her daughter from 1989 - 2003 traveled all over the world with them, they lived with my children since they day they were born living a full active life. Now having my new family life in the Alps with a toddler we are getting a Tervueren again. So looking forward to this, life does have its twists and turns, the due diligence on checking lineage is not so easy and honest breeders are few and far between. We pray and wish for the best.
Hello dear, I'm truly sorry to hear about your devastating loss. Watching the video today completely shattered my heart. :( May your sweet Rancho rest in peace.
I'm just finding this out now.
I never knew. My boy Tiberius is about to turn 3 he reminds me so much of Rancho, that it's hard to watch the clips of Rancho.
I'm crying for your loss, I'm so very sorry!😔😭
You have your children now that fill up your life in a different way.
May God bless your family.
RIP sweet Rancho until you meet again.
🌈🐾🪽🥀🙏✨️
Hey! We are so sorry to hear this. I know it’s overdue - but rancho was a legend! ❤
I wish I knew how to tell you to deal with the loss of a Belgian. I lost my Belgian Groenendael on May 5 and am still distraught and empty feeling and indescribably lonesome for him. I had him for 12 1/2 years and was so lucky to have him with me for so long. I can tell how special Rancho was to you as he was in many ways like my dog Mocha. Ya’ll were so good with Rancho, I hope you know what a great couple you were for him to get to live with. I have had two Belgians. My first Groenendael, Loki, had idiopathic epilepsy which developed at age 7. He lived for another two years and nine months on sodium bromide everyday without seizures after the initial three grand mal seizures. These dogs are so special in every way. I really appreciate you posting the video of Rancho. Thank you so much. God bless you.
Heartbroken. I feel what you've been going through. It just tears you apart seeing them suffer when they have no clue what's going on, when they're just in terror and you're in terror too and you basically can do nothing but hold them and try calm them down,... it's so terribly sad.
They run through their short lives way too fast. And when the time is up it's almost impossible to let them go. Still that's our last and hardest duty: To give them a peaceful release in dignity when there's no point in suffering anymore.
I came across your channel recently, about the time my little Tervueren girl was born. Kaylee is 4 1/2 months now. I enjoy your films greatly and have been a Rancho fan right from the start.
May you find comfort in knowing Rancho and you have been, are, and will be an inspiration for many people and he will live on in these lovely films for all of us for years to come.
My deepest sympathies and loads of love from Berlin.
Thank you so much ❤️ Hugs and kisses to Kaylee.
I’m so so very sorry for your loss.
SO sorry for your loss. He was a great dog.
Thanks, my friend.
I’m so sorry for your loss. Rancho was one of the main reasons why I got my Belgian shepherd and he was always such a good role model. You and your family will be in my prayers ❤️
Thanks so much ❤️
I've been following this channel off and on for several years. You guys are the reason I decided a Belgian Tervuren was right for me.
I had to put my cat to sleep August 25th of this year, just over a month ago, due to hemangiosarcoma, a very rare type of cancer in felines. We did a surgery to remove the tumor but sadly it had affected her deeply from the inside, being a blood cancer, and we were giving a poor prognosis. She was diagnosed in June and passed only 2 months later. She was only 8 so I fully understand what it's to like to lose them so young, it feels like you have been robbed of a life together. I cried every day for 3 weeks and am only just now getting to where I can look at cat pictures and not immediately break down. I still don't have it in me to take down her towers or food bowls just yet.
I am so sorry to hear about Rancho. He won the hearts of so many people all over the world. There is no trick to handling grief, no shortcut or path around it, no combination of letters and words to make it go away. But it does get better, slowly, one day at a time. Eventually it fades, and while you'll always miss Rancho, you'll eventually be able to think of all the good memories and smile rather than cry. 💕
So sorry for your loss. You guys are such wonderful fur parents to Racho. I lost my Belgian Terv 'Tesla' at 13 years and 8 months. He was diagnosed with mouth cancer in April 2024 and I had to put her down, which is the most difficult decision I ever had to make. Our fur babies are forever miss.
I am so sorry for your great loss. Rancho had a wonderful life with you , and in the end you selflessly did what was best for him.
I have a Malinois who has seizures. She was a rescue and her DNA results show she had ancestors from good lines from at least one parent. Vets can't figure out why she has seizures, and like you, we declined the MRI. My girl's seizures aren't as strong as Rancho's were but they terrify me. She doesn't lose consciousness. She tries to hold her gaze on me as she convulses and she seems to take comfort that I am with her.
Again, I am so sorry you lost Rancho . I lost two female Malinois in the last three years, and currently have the Malinois who has seizures and a male Tervuren. Yes, four lived with me at the same time.
I still miss and grieve the two I lost. It takes years for the pain to lessen. May you find peace knowing you gave Rancho love , fun and a happy life. Big hugs to you and your family.
Thank you so much. 💛 I'm sorry to hear you have to deal with seizures too. It's never easy.. Hugs.
Oh no Petra 😢 I am absolutely heartbroken for you at the loss of dear handsome Rancho.💔 He is now running free over the rainbow 🌈 Thankyou for all the amazing wonderful memories you left us of Rancho. He had the best life with you. RIP Rancho we will miss you 😪💙💙
Thank you, Lorna 🌈
My sweet friend I am SO incredibly sorry for your loss - I have been watching you and beautiful Rancho for a long time and adored every moment. Rancho will always be with you. Them leaving is never fair - but you were the very best momma he could ever ask for. Rest in paradise Rancho
Thank you so much ❤️
To loose a pet is never easy, no matter the circumstances, it's the only we can give them when they've given us so much. Run wild, free and whole again at Rainbow Bridge Rancho until you see your mum and dad again. He will always be with you though, carry him in your hearts x
Thank you for all of your content over the years! You inspired us to get our first Belgian shepherd. Close to a decade later, we have an entire household. Rancho is still remembered as our original inspiration - and has brought so much joy into our lives. ♥️
Rancho's legacy will always be remembered. We now live with a wonderful tervuren thanks to rancho's marvelous personnality. All my condolecenses
I'm happy to hear that. And thank you so much 💛
My sincere condolences Petra!
I am so sorry for your loss and I admire you and your husband for having strength to let him go at the right time.
Rancho had a perfect life with you and your husband, he knew how much he was loved.
I'm sure he'll be watching you and your family from above. Run free Rancho. 🌈
Oh dear! What a tragedy. You and he brought so much joy and humour to our lives, and it's not fair that you had to put up with so much pain and grief in return. I understand this pain. We also lost our previous Terv, Dexter at 7 years of age due to an adenocarcinoma at the base of his nose, and I was inconsolable. He was my closest friend. My advice? Find another Terv. We have had Gus now for nearly 3 years, and he has filled that desperate hole in my life that was created when we lost Dexter. These dogs have different personalities, but Gus reminds me of Dexter every day - and in a happy way. I know you have children on the way, but the love of a dog is a very different kind of love, and I've found that there's always room enough in our hearts for both. My condolences, and best wishes to you both. Your videos have been a wonderful show-casing of this sort of love. Professionally and sensitively done. Bravo!
I am seeing this video and your channel for the first time.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Losing a “best friend” is one of the most painful experiences.
I have lost 2 of my loves, Blue & Koda within the last year.
Blue, an American Bully lived until he was 14.
Koda, a shepherd mix lived 12 happy years, passing in his sleep only 2 weeks ago. 😢
I have a poem to share with you that I hope brings you some peace.
I will send it in a separate post. Lots of love to you & your family. 🐾❤️❤️🐾
I have followed your channel for years, and feel as though I knew Rancho personally. I’m sobbing over the loss of this radiant creature, and the pain you must be feeling. I’m so sorry for it. My Terv is 5 years old, and although she comes from seizure free lineage, the idea of it scares me to death. I’ve lost many dogs and horses in my life, and the only comfort I have found is knowing I did right by them, reminding myself that they had great love from me, and honoring them by bringing another dog into my life. All of the lessons they teach us, the tricks and the love, they pass along in us, and we then pass it along to our next dog. In that way, they stay with us forever.
I am going to light a candle in memory of Rancho this evening. He shone beautifully through your eyes.
Thank you so much ❤️
I'm so sorry to hear this news , Rancho was one of the dogs that made me want a Belgian Shepherd, Sunny's 3 now and bring me much joy. Long may Ranchos spirit live on , in all those he touched and inspired. Thank you for sharing the highs and the lows of these amazing animals.
Thank you ❤️
So sorry to hear of your loss. You took care of him so well. Loved watching him so much. I have a 3 year old Terv named MACEY and she looks like him. I'd still be watching your older posts in memory of him. You take care.
Thanks so much 🌈
Oh My Dog! Petra! No! This news breaks my heart. I had missed you guys when you were gone. You took such good care of him. All our love. I’m so sorry. I loved him. Thank you for sharing him with us. RIP Rancho 😭😭😭😢🥰🦊👍🏻 Also congratulations on your twins!
Thanks so much, my friend 🌈
@@ranchothedog you are welcome. He was such a great dog! I will miss him. I missed him before when you weren’t on too. Rancho Forever!🌈 ❤️🫶🙏🥰🦊
My sincere condolences 💐 🐾 🐕
I’m so so sorry 😭😭😭😭😭😭
You gave Rancho a great life. I hope you find a small amount of solace in that. Rancho crossed the rainbow 🌈 bridge and will always be in our hearts forever 💔 🐕
Thanks so much, my friend ❤️
I am so sorry to hear about Rancho. We lost our Belgian Groenendael in the exact same way - overnight seizures of increasing frequency, and spinal problems afterwards. We also didn't go for the MRI as our Indiana was over 13 (he was a rescue and 1-3 years old when we got him), but all signs pointed to genetics as well. We did have an x-ray 2 years earlier that confirmed spinal arthritis, and we also had him on water treadmills and acupuncture. It was remarkably the same pattern as Rancho, and we had to let him go when he had two grand mal seizures in one day. He just couldn't keep going like that and was anxious all the time because of the pain.
What we did was make a scrapbook of all the photos we had of him over the years, as a physical keepsake. We also got a stuffed animal that looked similar to give to our son that grew up with Indy as an older brother. I wrote a litter to him, detailing everything I could remember about our time together. The time he jumped into a pool with no idea how to get out, seeing his first goose in the yard, the time he stole 2 pounds of BBQ beef when no one was watching - he was smarter than we expected! I keep that on a shelf with his picture and collar. About a year later, we got a new German Shepherd (Tervs and Groens are rare in my country) rescue and took all of the lessons we learned with Indy to give our new family member the best start we could.
Also, it was just after Indiana's death that I found this channel. Watching Rancho's life genuinely helped me through my grief. I hope that in a small way, knowing what an impact Rancho had for myself and my family after our loss helps you with yours. Thank you, Rancho.
Oh my gosh, so similar! I'm sorry you had to go through that too. So cool what you did after his passing. Thanks a lot for the support. I'm happy to hear our channel helped you through your grief.
I'm so sorry, it breaks by heart.
Praying for comfort for you. ❤
Im so sorry for your loss. Ive truly enjoyed the videos about Ranchos life.
How perfect you and Rancho were destined for each other. If it can happen once, it can happen again. Rancho has made us laugh, cry, gasp, smile and much more. I was only able to see him through here, but you were blessed by having the awesome responsibility of raising Rancho.
I greatly appreciate the sharing of Rancho’s beautiful story. Rancho’s memories are a part of our story now.
Thank you 🤍🤍🤍
This video made me hug and kiss and spend more time with my Nacho. He looks so much like Rancho.
awww ♡
We found your channel after losing our beautiful boy, Simba. He was so similar to Rancho in appearance and personality, to be honest it was your channel that helped us through the grieving process. It felt that I could tune in to your latest video and see our boy again. It still makes me well up. Rancho had the best life any dog could possibly have. He was loved so deeply, and it's clear that he repaid that many times over. I was heartbroken myself when I read that Rancho had left us, as it felt like our Simba had died twice! :( I wish you and your family the very best over the coming months. Time heals all wounds, and in the meantime you have so many happy memories to look back over with you beautiful videos. God bless you both and your growing family ❤❤
Thank you so much 🌈
So sorry to hear about Rancho suffering with epilepsy. Your videos helped us tremendously with raising our Belgian Terv. We had no idea what we were in for but we are blessed to have her. No words can take away your sadness, but time does heal and take comfort in knowing Rancho doesn’t suffer any longer. 🙏🏼💛
Thank you very much 💛
I am so so sorry for your loss..
I am crying, the whole day, since I found your Video this morning.. It's so hurtful to lose someone you have loved so much..
Rancho was so special and lovely..
Thank you for all the videos, that you guys shared with us..
I wish you the best.
May God bless you 🙏
Lots of greets from Germany
So sorry for your loss. I am an old follower but havent been on RUclips a lot lately.
I have had several dogs but I have never been so attached to any dog like my Groenendael.
I will be so devastated when he will be gone.
I hope you are ok.
Rancho will never be forgotten.
❤
So sorry for your loss :( Came across this channel randomly and found this video. Can't even watch the video or Im gonna cry like a baby. I can't imagine your feeling. Loosing an animal is really hard and I feel your pain. Just remember that you gave him an awesome life with you.
Sending you so much love and healing.
Thank you 🙏
So sorry for you, truly appreciate that you shared your journey with so many of us. I understand your heart break. We got our Terv almost three years ago about 17 years since we owned one. We recognize a lot of similarities between our Dashel and Rancho. They are wonderful companions and it is difficult thinking about owning one again when the one you’ve lost has given so much to you. But thank you for sharing so much with us.
Thank you for sharing your heartfelt journey with Rancho. My husband found your channel and followed your postings religiously. We had gotten our first Terv, Tristan! He learned about Terms from you! Almost 4 years ago, Tristan started having problems with his heart. This was not in his lineage. It was much like your journey with Rancho, each day was new and different. After 6-7 months, he told us it was time. He greeted the ride to the Vet with tail wags and kisses! It is the hardest decision to take control of the life of a companion you love so much! He "ran free" of pain on his 6th birthday! That was 3-1/2 years ago. We have 3 more Tervs, but they don't replace Tristan! May your hearts be healing and filled with the happiness Rancho gave of himself!!
I fell in love with Rancho. Every video always made me so happy. I could emotionally connect with him and you and I could feel your love for him. 3.5 years ago, I bought a Tervuren from a breeder that breeds the dogs to be strong and healthy (old style vs show dog). I cannot tell you how much I love this dog. A lot of his expressions and actions are similar to Rancho and when I watch a Rancho video, it almost feels like I am watching my dog. While I have not trained him to the extent you have, we still have our little games. Shiner loves to play little tricks (like take our spot on the bed if we get up) because he knows we will love on him for a minute or two before we tell him to move. Because I know the love of a Tervuren, I can imagine your pain. I am so sorry. Your video made me cry and I am so upset by this sad news. You will never replace Rancho but your heart will always be big enough to love another. I hope you can find some happiness soon and fill that awful ache. And my best wishes on your twins. Sending love from Texas. James, Christa and Shiner.
Thanks so much James, Christa and Shiner ♡♡♡
Our deepest condolences to your family in the loss of your dearest,beautiful boy,Rancho. 🌈🐾💕🐾
Thank you so much ♡
Hi. i was looking up some information for my son who wanted to do his presentation on my mum's dog, Isha, who looks just like your Rancho and I stumbled upon your instruction video with the 5 questions to ask before getting a Terv. Immediately after that video, this one popped up. I couldn't stop crying for the whole video. You mention you "hope" you gave him a good life.... I think you should never use these words again as it 's so obvious that you DID give him the best life there is! You have been the most caring loving dog parents any dog should have! The love between you and Rancho is so so beautiful... I grew up with a Groenendael, Odin and even after I left the house he was the main reason (sorry, mum and dad) I visited so often. He had pulled me through so many sad times in my teenager years and I couldn't hug anyone like I could hug him until my son was born. I still miss him so much as he was my best friend. They are just the most loving dogs ever. I hope the birth of the twins will comfort you and I can only advise you to get a new puppy before they're born. Some people say they don't want to "replace" their best friend so soon that they need to mourn but the new life doesn't mean you can't keep mourning.... A new puppy will never erase the memories you have of Rancho and Rancho wouldn't want you guys to be so sad especially now you're expecting another new form of life into your lives! He would lick away at you, jump all over you and urge you to be happy again just as he was all the time.... This being said I don't want to minimalise your pain whatsoever. It's the worst thing to lose somebody so close to you, who 's given you so much. Sending you love and healing...
I literally can’t say how sorry I am 💔! It’s taken me a couple of hours to watch the full video 😭❣️ You Absolutely made the Best decision for him❣️ I am praying for you both 🙏❣️ He could Not have had a better life❣️ Congratulations on your babies❣️ That’s such a Blessing ♥️! We are Blessed to have been able to know Rancho♥️! I lost my Legend after 12 and a half years💔 it truly was heartbreaking! I think you know how I dealt with it and what helped me his name is Tonka♥️ Seriously nothing could’ve helped me more than him♥️
I got to know Rancho through your channel Bonnie. I am heartbroken 💔
@@lornamackenzie343 ♥️
Thank you so much Bonnie 🌈 We do hope it was the best decision. Great to hear Tonka helped heal your broken heart after Legend ♥️ One day, when the twins are here and we get into a routine, we'd like to do the same.
I’m so sorry for your loss ❤
I’m so sorry for your loss. Rancho was so beautiful even though we never met, you made amazing videos to share his wonderful life with us which I’m eternally grateful as Rancho was the inspiration for me to get my Belgian. His name is Butcher. Rancho will live on in you and in the wonderful memories you shared with the world.
Oh no 😢 I am so sorry about Rancho. Run free sweet baby. You brought so much joy to so many people. Thank you for sharing your life with us. We will always love you and miss you completely.
Thank you so much, auntie Prisilla ❤
@@ranchothedog You're welcome
I'm heartbroken by this news. I found your videos a few years ago and is part of the reason I ended up getting a Groenendael. Rancho was a beautiful and sweet dog and he will be missed, Thankyou for sharing him with the world.
Thanks so much.
Oh Petra I am so so so sorry for your loss. Rancho and your videos have helped me tremendously with the loss of my beautiful Terv three years ago. Rancho had a wonderful life with you and I hope you can have some comfort knowing how much he enjoyed his life and how you did everything you could for him. Take good care - I know you'll miss him forever.
Thank you so much 🙏
I am so so so sorry for your loss! Rancho was a beautiful doggie, he is heaven watching over you now ❤
Thank you ❤️
I am so very sorry for you're loss. Rancho had been a very lucky Dog to have had you in his life. And you were all A True Blessing For Each Other. I'm sure that Rancho is and will always be watching over you both. He would want you to be happy, and not un-happy. Take time and morn your loss. But another little one could be a good idea possibly in the future. A lot of abused and abandoned dog's need a good safe and loving home. Or possibly 2 eventually one and later another. They could also have another dog to keep each other company, when you are not home. One possibly for each and or all of you ? And twice as much love to share, Right ? Thank You for sharing sad news with us all. A great loss. Blessings to you and yours. Such Wonder Dog Parents. Take Care, Ruby.
I am deeply saddened by Rancho's death. That's very intense. Thank you for explaining his illness and its course. Lots of strength together in processing this great loss. Be thankful for the good time with Rancho. What a beautiful sweet dog he was. How wonderful to hear that twins are on the way! That will probably provide enough distraction and love,to give this period a place.
Be strong, treasure the beautiful memories you all had with him.
Take care, also from my two Tervs Fenna&Loki❤
Thanks so much, friend ❤ Kisses to your dogs.
So sorry for your loss. I loved watching Rancho on your videos. He looked just like my beloved Belgian Tervuren Scarlet. She died in 2019, just a month short of her 14th birthday. There are no words to comfort. Only memories. Your upcoming twins will be a reminder of the powerful quote by Franz Kafka,
"Everything you love will probably be lost. But in the end love returns in another way."
Thank you so much ♡ Love the quote.
Oh my heart! Just seeing this, I am so very sorry you had to release Rancho. I know how you feel, I really do. My Belgian Sheepdog Josie was epileptic. Had her first seizure just before her 7th birthday. Had a series of them even on meds. On a whim, I sent a mouth swab off to Hemopet, came back that she was sensitive to turkey. She'd been eating turkey most of her life. Changed her diet, she went seven months seizure free. The one she had was because I had a bad fall, could not get up, was down for 4.5 days and she missed doses of her meds. Afterwards thought we were back on track but over the next several months, she started refusing to eat, lost so much weight, and it was gastric carcinoma. Both this and epilepsy are far to prevalent in our beloved Belgians. More in the Tervs and Sheepdogs, I have heard less common in the Mals. My Josie died on March 24, 2024. I still randomly just start crying, I miss her so damn much. If there is a Rainbow Bridge, I hope Rancho and Josie are there waiting to reunite with us.
I can totally understand … we had 3 Belgian shepherds … all went to 14 years and we had to let them pass to their next life because of some illness the doctors said were not recoverable. Our Belgian shepherds are the most most beautiful dogs …ever. I totally feel what you feel what and your emotional pain to leave him behind . Strength and take the to mourn. Dogs are always our best friend. I am so sorry for a your loss …. Rancho forever !!
I've only just found this and I have to say how sorry I am about Rancho. A few years ago I found Rancho after I got my first dog, a Tervuren mix. You guys were an inspiration to me and how to look after my dog. Your videos with him were amazing and at least you have those as memories.
You gave him such a full and happy life, it was so good to see everything you did with him. Then when his health started failing, you did the best for him. I'm so sorry. Just know that you and Rancho helped me so much with my own dog.
This is the channel..We had 2 Tervs. Apollo passed unexpectedly at 11 years and 9 months. The cause is unknown, he was found dead in the yard, could be hearta attack. Terv has such a unique personality and always wants to be involved in everything. Very sweet and affectionate, and they have such great character.
Petra, so sorry to hear this. Rancho was special, and having to make the decision to let him go is extremely difficult, but there was no other option, you did all you could. Of course he had a wonderful life but we all hope to keep our furbabies with us for many more years. You do have so many wonderful memories together and in time these will make the pain hurt less. Some day there will come another dog in your lives for sure, your hearts are big enough to love another one, but there will always be a place in there as well for Rancho, he won't be forgotten. Sending hugs 🐺🐶🩵🦋
Thanks so much, Cindy 🌈 I'm so happy I have the dog tag you made for us. Thanks to it, he's still here with me every day. Hugs to you all.
@@ranchothedog He'll be in your hearts forever🩵🐾
I am so sorry for your loss, you gave him an amazing life & Rancho will always be with you
Omg 😢😢I am sooo sorry for the loss of your family member. My girl Bella is five and had rare kidney stones removed last March 2022. The thought of losing her is unbearable. The Belgian Turv is a very special breed that bring so much joy and love to you. Bella loves my grandbabies toddlers and teens. She walked with my granddaughter as she was learning to walk. Losing a pet is losing a family member, because they are part of your family. I pray that memories of your beautiful dog will eventually ease your pain and remind you of the joy he brought you. Rancho will forever be in your ❤.
Thanks so much 🌈 Kisses to Bella
I am so sorry for the loss of such a beloved member of your family. He was a beautiful dog and you can tell he was loved and given the best life he could possibly have. Thank you for sharing Rancho with us.
Thank you ❤️
My deepest condolences on the loss of our precious fur baby ❤
I’m so sorry for your loss. Hard decision, but you made the proper decision. God bless
Thanks a lot 🌈
So sorry, that is just so sad... I've seen so many of Rancho's videos, such a good dog. Rest in peace.
Thank you 🌈
Im so sorry for ur loss. Im crying myself. That is totally devastating and he.was so young. You made the best decision- the deepest act of love- by thinking of him and his quality of life. Never doubt urself over that decision nor the Mri. I think he lived the most wonderful life with u 2. I have just come across ur videos and i can see what a happy dog he was. He will definitely let u know when to get a new puppy. I am truly sorry about ur loss. RIP Rancho.
Oh no, I’m so sorry to hear this. You are in our prayers. ❤❤❤
Only time will ease the pain. We have lost several dogs over the years and certain triggers can still bring tears to my eyes.
Thank you 💛
I'm so sorry for your lost 💔 it's absolutely heartbreaking. I lost my first dog, a sheltie when he was only 4 years old. It was 7 years ago and I still miss him but at least now I can think about him without crying everytime. I remember I paused studies and started a new job after he died and I had to hide in the dishwashing room beacuse sometimes the grief came over me and I couldnt stop tears from coming... After only 6 months I got a puppy, I was still sad and no one could replace my dog but the puppy helped me get the routines back and gave me other things to think about. Much love❤
Thank you 🌈 I'm sorry to hear about your sheltie. 💔
A small comfort might be that Ranchos legacy lives on. We got our Terv because of this channel and all your adventures. Thanks Rancho :)
We’re so happy to hear that 😊
I'm very very sorry. I have been crying all the video long and now that I'm writing these lines I'm following crying. Now I am watching sleeping my lovely terv girl called Dolça (Sweet in catalan) because she is very very sweet and lovely. She is 9 and a half and last year she was very close to die. The vet told us that in 24h we should decide to give her euthanasia. Affortunately we were lucky and now she is healthy with us. I just can say that I enjoyed a lot watching the Rancho videos and you can feel proud and privileged to share all those years and happy moments with him. I know what you suffered because before Dolça I got a Groenendael, she had cancer, operated twice, got radio but all wasn't enough to save her and finally we had to finish her suffering and it was one of the hardest days of my life when she was gone in my arms. I felt like a killer that kill a daughter. Remember all the good thing with him, that I'm sure there are a lot. My best regards and my condolences. And I'm sure that Rancho is in the heaven watching you and playing with other angels like him
I just found out today that Rancho died. I'm so sorry! He was so similar to my Einstein in many ways, I enjoyed watching all of his vlogs. Einstein died in May this year at the age of 13, I know how difficult it is... Run free wonderful Rancho...
Now an angel looking over you = ) Surely had a happy life with you! RIP Rancho
We hope so 🌈 Thanks so much.
I was in tears while watching your video, I know how hard this must have been for you. We watched all your videos while waiting for our Tervuren to come home with us. She is now 11 months old. Rancho was a very special boy. Thinking of you ❤
Thank you so much ❤
Words can't describe how deep this connection can be between you and a dog. I'm so so sorry for your loss. Since I have a tervueren too it's much worst for me to watch this video. I hope you will find peace after Rancho and you'll be happy again.
Rest in peace Rancho. I've learned a lot from you and you made me a better owner for my dog. Thank you ❤️.
Thank you so much 🌈
Rest In Peace Rancho. Gone but never forgotten. Rest Well Dear Rancho. 🌹💔
Thank you 🙏
I'm so sorry for your loss.... sending much love and peace. 💙
Thank you 🙏
So sorry to hear Rancho passed! It must be devastating! i have been watching your videos for years - it's been so fun to watch! So thank you for that. We have a terv girl turning 8 this summer. Hope to keep her for many years to come!
We are heartbroken for you.
Rancho was such a wonderful dog - it has always been a pleasure to watch all your adventures with him. He touched so many lives through your sharing of him.
Congratulations on your twins - that is a joy. They will grow up hearing stories of him and being able to watch all your wonderful videos so will get to know him all the same.
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Thanks so much, Smudgie family ❤️
My deepest condolences - there was nothing more you could have done for Rancho 💔. You did absolutely everything for him and you showed him the purest form of love when you let him go ❤.
Thanks so much ❤️
'have foĺowed your videoes i m so sorry for your loss . my deepest condolences. ❤
This is heartbreaking.😢 Through the video's it felt like we knew him. Thank you for sharing this story with us. This decision must have been sooo hard, knowing he wouldn't be in pain after this but not here with you anymore. Losing your dog makes you feel sick to the core for a long time. Only time makes the pain and the void bearable. We wish you luck with the twins.
Big hugs from us and Tove. ❤
RIP Rancho.
Thanks so much ❤
Rancho will forever be in our memories. He's a lovely example of a Belgian Tervuren, and you have been kind and generous enough to share to us a glimpse of what it's like to own a Belgian Shephwrd, and you guys did it so right, so responsibly and with so much love. Thank you for enlightening us with the breed, with the reality of owning dogs, including the health complications and unexpected surprise illnesses. He will forever be an inspiration for us. You and Rancho inspired me to dream to own a Terv. I'm getting a Mal soon, and I hope to get a Terv as my third dog.
Thanks so much for sharing ❤️
I don't think I commented before but I've enjoyed so many of your videos - Rancho was a lovely soul and it was great to see a dog so loved and well looked after. All I can say is he was a lucky guy to have you and he had a wonderful life, with you looking after him right until the end and seeing him go through his illness was obviously so hard on you. I'm typing this through tears, I have so much sympathy for you both I know the grief must be huge. But of course I also want to congratulate you on the news about the twins. I'm just some random on the internet, but I'm wishing you all well.
Thank you so much ❤
I’m so sorry for your loss. I had no idea why we hadn’t seen anything of Rancho for a while. Cousins Grace and Abbie send you their love and hugs. Run free, indeed, dear Rancho. As cousins we’re thankful there are no signs of sickness in either Grace or Abbie. Grace has her shoe obsession and Abbie inherited all the mischief in the breed 🙂.
Thanks a lot, Nigel 💛 Hugs and kisses to the girls. I'm glad they're doing well.
I don't comment much.... but I just want to express my condolences. I discovered your videos a year ago soon after rescuing a year old malinois who is now a big part of my life like Rancho was to yours. Losing a dog is the most painful feeling I've ever experienced. Many of you here know. My heart aches for you.💔
Thank you so much ♡
So sorry for your loss, I enjoyed your videos.
Thank you ♡
My sincere condolences to your family. I cannot imagine how you're feeling as you pass through this incredibly cruel ordeal. Saying goodbye to Rancho was tough, but it was the right decision: he did not deserve to live in pain. Quality of life is more important than quantity, and Rancho certainly had a wonderful life with you. During these years, your incredible adventures have given joy and happiness to thousands of people, and Rancho's memory will live on in their hearts.
Thank you so much 💛
Although I have seen many of your videos I never sent a comment.
I loved them and saw how many tips Rancho and my brother's Terv shared💗💗!!!
He has recently got a female Terv and both are a continuos source of joy and happiness.
I do understand your pain and sorrow since I lost a 14 yo golden retriever WHO was kinder, more loyal and really a support than many people around us.
All my LOVE and comprehension for you both.
I do agree your comment about breeders: many of them hide those problems because of business' interests...
A huge hugh 🙏🙏.
Thanks so much ❤️🖤🌈
Heartbreaking video. God bless you and your beautiful dog. I lost my dog Mordechai at age 7 in October 2021. After watching this video, I felt thankful he died from DCM, a common problem in Dobermans. His death, though it was tragic for me, didn't involve so much suffering for him. In three days it was over. Now I'm planning to get another Belgian Shepherd, but yes, the seizures are a daunting possibility. It must have been so hard, this is one of the saddest video I have ever seen.
Oh my! Five days ago, I decided to do a search to see if there was a channel that has a Tervuren. I found this channel. I watched several videos of Rancho and was smitten by his personality and handsome looks (such a cutie with his prancing and bouncing). I then saw a link to this video (one day old) and thought WTF? I started watching it and was quickly in tears.
He was a wonderful fellow and there were good times, and I know you made the right decision. Yes, death came too soon for Rancho, but having him suffer would have been too terrible to bear. Just please know that I share your loss even though I did not learn about him until after his passing. It was awful when I had to put my last GSD down, and I hope that somehow my words are of comfort to you. Thank you for sharing him with us, Franz.
* A bit of background, I watch several RUclips dog channels, Jade (and "siblings"), Sherpa, and K'eyush, and I have had a long-haired German Shepherd (for eight years) that looks very similar to a Tervuren, but she stocky even for a GSD (short legs, tail touches the floor).
Thanks so much ❤️
So sorry for your loss, it's so heartbreaking 💔 I lost my almost 17 year old pomeranian a few months ago too after making the call to have her put to sleep (end stage kidney failure) I still cry over it most days. Losing them young or old you're never ready to say goodbye, but knowing you're able to set them free from the suffering and pain really helps. They let you know when they're ready to go and and being with them and holding them when they pass is the greatest comfort to them ❤ lots of love and healing
Thanks so much 💛 And I'm very sorry for the loss of your friend.
I am so sorry for your loss. I know how hard it is.
Thank you
Hi Just wanted to pass condolences about Rancho. So glad that you're expecting twins. I'm sure that your new puppy will bond with those babies. PEACE
I just saw your post about Rancho. I know exactly how you feel as we lost our Terv, Shadow last September. When I found Rancho's RUclips channel I was so amazed how Rancho reminded me of Shadow. He was our first Terv, and our first agility dog. But more than anything he was the most amazing dog... a true ambassador for the breed. There wasn't anyone or any dog or cat that didn't fall in love with him. Small children would come running up to him and he would let them throw their arms around his next to greet him. We were so fortunate to have Shadow for 13 years. His last two years were difficult due to injuries. We too did MRI's, X-rays, consults, physical therapy, drugs, and every supplement we could find that we thought might help him. In the end, it was as if all of his systems shut down. Within two days we had to euthanize him. It broke our hearts. We
are coming up on the one year anniversary of his passing, and it hasn't gotten easier. But we are blessed with many pictures and videos of him. We will never get over him... he was just so special. So I wish I could tell you that it will get easier. It will be so good for you to welcome your twins as they will bring a new focus to your lives. But I would encourage you to look for another Terv when you feel you are able to welcome him into your lives. Rancho is watching you... I feel Shadow's presence all the time. You too will continue to feel Rancho in your lives. Sending you our thoughts and prayers.
Thank you so much ♡ Sounds like Shadow was a very special dog 🌈
Watching your video and crying all the way. Am so so so sorry for your loss. Have a Mali myself and have been through this pain more than a few times in my life, which I have spent all alongside dogs. Rancho would love for you to give your love to another dog when the time is right. And he’s not gone.
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I can't stop crying on that video.. I feel you so much because my dog is also having seizure since one year..
Rancho had a great life with you and i'm sure wherever he is, he won't stop loving you ❤️ this video was probably extremely difficult to turn but I hope it will maybe help you to let go a bit of all of that.
I'm with you guys ❤️ sorry for your loss and I'm sending you a lot of love and good energy for the years to come.
Thank you 💛
I just saw this and I'm so, so sorry for your loss - I cried during this and I feel for the both of you so much. He reminds me so much of my Groenendael, who is around the same age, and I truly cannot even imagine the pain you must be going through. Epilepsy is a horrible disease in our breed and heartbreaking to deal with. I hope you find peace knowing you tried everything you could and that he is no longer in pain or having seizures. Be kind to yourselves too ❤
We lost our Terv Wolfgang in 2020, and I watched Rancho to help me feel better. Rancho was a great dog and I’m so sorry for your loss.
Thank you so much ❤ and we're sorry to hear about your Terv 🌈
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of Rancho. Dogs are not just pet, they are family. Sending you hugs and paws up from Keesha.
Exactly! Thanks so much 🌈
Thank you for sharing Rancho’s story with us.
Obviously telling us about his seizures and ultimate death was very painful for you. Truly, there’s really not much that helps the pain of losing a beloved pet except time. Give yourself all the time you need to grieve, and I think you’re right- Rancho will give you a sign to let you know when you’re ready for another dog.
Fortunately for you and your husband, you’ll soon have a joyous distraction- twins! (Congratulations!!!)
We were immediately big fans of Rancho and you. It seems as if you both hit the jackpot with each other- and it was so much fun watching your wonderful videos!
If it helps, Rancho will live on in our household because our cue word for getting our Terv to lie down and get her wet paws wiped is “Rancho”:) This happened because while we were waiting for the delivery of our Terv puppy we watched all of Rancho’s videos- and were sooooo impressed with Rancho’s training and abilities! We especially noticed how Rancho easily offered his paws for wiping (because this had always been a struggle with our previous dog). So, when we got our pup, right from the start, we would say “Do the Rancho” when teaching her to wait at the door, lie down, and get a wipe down. Now all we have to say is “Rancho”, and she’s ready to be cooperative and patient about getting toweled off.
Thank you again for sharing Rancho’s whole life with us. Sincerely, you both will always have a place in our hearts❤
Thank you so much ♥️ That's so cool to hear about your cue word.. hehe, made my day
I loss my service dog 5/3/23, we were together for 8yrs. l will never be the same, I feel broken. Your video was hard to watch. I am so sorry, I really know what it feels like,
Thankyou so much for making this video. I made it just over halfway, but can't continue, I'm too sad. Everytime I see Rancho I think of our Rondo back in Helsinki. He used to shake his head a bit when young, thankgoodness it seemed to disappear as he grew into older age. We were very lucky. My thoughts are with you guys.
Thank you 💛 Good thing it disappeared.
Ohhh…😢
There’s a quote, from Watership Down..
It says…
My heart has joined The Thousand, for my friend stopped running today.
I’m so sorry for this loss.
Thanks so much ❤️
They sure make the most out of life while they are with us. So sorry to hear about your loss