Just seeing this. So sorry to hear about your loss. What a truly wonderful companion and hunter She was.
Many dogs would love to have been as fortunate as she. To have lived the life you gave Her and for you to have received all the enrichments She returned.
Each and every one of us who have shared time with beloved pets...know your pain. It conjures up old memories of our own departed friends. So...in some ways it opens old wounds when someone posts of their recent loss and we read of it.
But you know what, it ALSO brings back fond memories. And that is what I always choose to remember about the animals I have loved and lost.
I know with all my heart they would not want me to be unhappy or grieve without end.
I like to believe that someday we will be reunited. At least I pray that is so. And I pray that each and every person who has taken on the responsibility of caring for a pet, would do so in a way that provides the best life possible. It is clear to me....you did that for Her. Well done Sir!