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  • 2007 was a bad year for losing great dogs - my best friend and most awesome dog ever (in a different way than Skidboot) died in August 2007. I wish I had gotten video of him! Thanks for this!

  • I love Skidboot!

    -great name, too

  • tears are coming down my eyes..... RIP Skidboot.

  • who can give a thumbs down

  • Rest easy, Skidboot!

  • They will be reunited!

  • Skidboot :(

  • @AHR1948

    Most have been fine with the music - however there is a 2nd version of the video with a different track. see Skidboot Has Left Us - A small tribute

  • :(((((

  • he is the one forever skidboot we love you

  • this was the most intelligent and amazing dog ive ever seen, hell, i even name an email address after him...RIP lil doggie....u were a brave soldier.

  • sorry he had to leave us

  • How the hell can 28 people NOT like Skidboot?

  • skidboot was very smart loyal cute playful nice strong everything a dog could be he was very special and will be in our hearts 4 ever it made my heart brake when i found out he was dead

  • awwwwww skidboot was very smart loyal cute playful nice strong everything a dog could be he was very special and will be in our hearts 4 ever it made my heart brake when i found out he was dead

  • awwwwwww skidboot was a very very smart loyal playful dog cute too it made my heart brake to find out he was dead

  • Skidboot deserved better than this music, he would have wanted us to be happy that he found a great master and had a great life. He would have raised a hind leg to this sappy and maudlin music. " THREE ! "

  • RIP

  • Ok i must be the biggest corn ball on earth. i feel as though i lost something that until a few moment ago i didnt know ever existed. RIP Skidboot. It has been years since u passed but im sure u r still missed buddy.

  • skidboot:ball ball ball ball ball ball

  • Damn....I cried too. :(

  • This video make me cry ;(( R.I.P. Skidboot , we will allways remember you!!!!!

  • This video make me cry ;(( R.I.P. Skidboot , we will allways remember you!!!!!

  • This video make me cry ;(( R.I.P. Skidboot , we will allways remember you!!!!!

  • I second Everything RaianTheFallen said. R.I.Peace Skidboot. I couldn't help but cry.

    ... ... ...But I'm glad for all the joy he Did bring.  I've never even seen him up close, but right here in my room & living room he brought me joy.

    I Love Skidboot! Forever!

  • If dogs go to Heaven then Skidboot is at the foot of Jesus entertaining Him. R.I.P. Skidboot.

  • im so sorry about skidboot. he was an extraordinary dog! I had never seen a dog as obedient as him. You are a very good dog trainer.

  • hi!! im from d Philippines and im one of d million people who luvs pets especially dogs...i am a fan of skidoot and i was amazed and totally impressed those talents/skills dat skidboot showcased to us...am so sad wen i found out dat he already left us...

  • They are never with us long enough...no matter how long they are here...

  • An amazing Dog!

  • rip skidboot

    

  • god dog

  • a dog (though i hate to call it that way) is a mans best friend, unconditional love , its amazing.

  • One of the smartest dogs,I have ever seen... REST IN PEACE SKIDBOOT!

  • It made me sad to learn of Skidboot's passing. I first saw him on petstar and was blown away. RIP Skidboot

  • RIP skidboot, your memory will live with me forever

  • That is so sad. Skidboot is the is a amazing dog, and he will be missed forever. RIP Skidboot.

  • It is heart-wrenching that a beautiful,strong bond between man and dog has to end with death.But even when he's gone,he is with you through thick and thin.Always.RIP skidboot.

  • I bout cryed watchin this, I would of payed money just to pet that dog. Idk how David delt with his passing my dogs retarded but I know I wouldn't deal with it well

  • Damn i hate when dogs die they are so cute it makes me Extremely sad!

  • Australian cattle dogs are very smart and loyal. My 18 year old just passed away and truly miss her. Skidboot was great, David was very lucky to have him. Have fun in heaven Skidboot, you were an inspiration.

  • David is the luckiest man in the world to share memories with Skidboot. I would absolutely love a dog like Skidboot. I'll miss Skidboot, even though, truth be told, I just found out about his existence five minutes ago. Dogs fill me with happiness, because they're awesome and they love you no matter what you do to the dog. They want to make you happy. It absolutely enrages me to see people abusing dogs. RIP Skidboot.

  • @RaianTheFallen I second Everything you said.

  • I saw him at the Texas State Fair, Awesome dog RIP.

  • aww im gonna be like david and pet dog jake is going to be like skidboot this so sad even jake started cry kinda skidboot inspired

  • OMG i cried :(

  • R.I.P Skidboot =( I totally cried

  • Fantastic Dog - I've just found out about him (I'm in the UK) and can't believe the relationship between man and man's best friend. Wow. RIP Skidboot!

    Comment on vid - did anyone else get annoyed at the music?

  • Most have been fine with the music - however there is a 2nd version of the video with a different track. see Skidboot Has Left Us - A small tribute

  • @ratbag113 I enjoyed the music and thought it was quite appropriate.

  • Skidboot and David rule. Rest well, doggie.

  • My dog has issues with the roll over command...she just gets on her back and spazzes. Lol

  • @jimmyboo12 you sure it's a dog not a shark? haha :P

  • Skidboot became the dog he was because David rose up to being the man that Skidboot knew he could be...gentle and intelligent, loving and kind...a rare human being selected by God to share this dog.

  • Aw shit;...I knew I'd cry if I watched this.

  • Way to go david you made that dog enjoy country life and way to go skidboot you helped david enjoy life

  • Wow, I learned about Skidboot today and as I learned I also found he had passed on. My prayers are with David and his wife, belated as they may be. You were truly blessed because love and devotion as deep as this rarely comes along. Thank you for sharing your beloved life with Skidboot.. with us all.

  • the most amazing dog ever alive.... we'll miss you ...

  • my dog just passed away 3 hours ago =( this made me think he had the best life ever.

  • What an amazing partnership they shared. So sad to say goodbye.

  • simply amazing!

  • skidboot u ledg im watching this wiv mates and dre sobbing amen

  • Dogs are better than most people, they are loyal, honest, trustworthy, and once the bond, the never back away, change thier minds, betray you. You belong to their pack and thats the way it stays, till the end.

  • amen to that!

  • @stcrzyaatyrs Dogs are great I love my labrador with all my heart and she is with me till the end i was crying in the vet's office a couple months ago when i found out she has a tumar. She has been the best dog she is family to me and it will be the worst day ever when she dies and i pray that is no time soon.

  • @stcrzyaatyrs I know this is a delayed response - but I agree, dogs are better than people, in so many ways.

  • Skidboot is sooooo incredible! What an amazing good boy! His owner, David, must have been so sad when Skidboot went to the rainbow bridge. I hope Skidboot is having so much fun with other great dogs in doggie heaven. Skidboot, you will always be remembered, and you have truly brought so much joy to people around the world through your amazing talents.

  • I'm sorry to read about the passing of skidboot. He was an amazing dog and companion. He's waiting at the rainbow bridge for you!

  • i still watch him on videos , he was wonderful , and i will always show videos with him to the people i know

  • very smart dog, im feel sad that skidboot passed away... im cry while watch this movie, im not too late 2 meet him....RIP skidboot..... smart,awesome,fantastic dog

  • What a fantastic dog. Saw him win on Pet Star.

    Sorry to hear he has passed away.

  • A few weeks ago, Pet Star showed Skidboot and I fell in love... Then Animals Funniest showed him. Now, I found this out. I am so very sorry for your loss. such a remarkable dog!

  • I really feel sad. but still the dog can be forever with us. love for u Skidoot

  • im crying right now

  • Sorry to hear this.

  • :'( That's so sad! I could tell he loved you, and a member of the family has left you. I am so sorry for your loss!

  • i think skidboots real master is Jesus ^_^ he's just too smart for a dog!

  • Skidboot and his owner were a class act.

  • poor skidboot at least he had a great life and great home

  • it story will do on to many.. to be known for long.

  • Aww, may skidboot rest in peace :)

  • My Border Collie was 5 and I just had to put him down. I'm sure that Skidboot's people thought he was the best dog in the world but I don't care. I had the best dog in the world. I'd give anything to have him back--he was my friend. As Mickey Rourke said, "Sometimes a man only has his dog". I did. And I'm thankful for that. So, if you have a Skidboot or a Bullitt (my dog) then make sure you give him a hug tonight.  When you lose them you lose a part of yourself. Why is it so hard?

  • dude i hear u.....i hear u when i lost my friend romeo my beautiful doggy it was the worst day of mylife

  • Rest In Peace Skidboot

  • rest in peace

  • RIP skidboot! i love u!!!!!!!!!

  • Isn't it amazing what a dog that truly wants to please his master can do! Kind of a reflection of how we can be if we truly want to!

    Seems funny (and humbling) that some of the great life-lessons can come through a dog!

  • i only saw his pet star video today and hes amazing!!

    RIP Skidboot!

  • Today was the first day I saw Skidboot..He was an amazing dog. I am so sorry he passed away, but he has left so many smiles!!!

  • So sad :'( he was a truly amazing dog its just sad he had passed R.I.P. Skiddy!

  • R.i.p sweety.. :(

  • Amazing dog....:)

  • I have watched many of Skidboot's amazing videos. They truly touched my heart. I know you miss him so much. Thank you for all the wonderful memories. David, you are one special man. God bless.

  • im crying i loved him!!!! this is really sad. my deepest sympathy

  • My deepest sympathies. I lost my red heeler Polly last May and miss her so very much. We're lucky to have lived with such wonderful souls. Thanks, and again, I'm sorry for your loss.

  • Australian Cattle Dogs are very special. I have a mix named Isis who lives with my parents, now. I got her for free from the back of a farmer's pickup at a flea market somewhere near Killeen, TX, back in 1997. She's a smart one like Skidboot was, though I never taught her very many tricks. She is 11 years old and now an insulin dependant diabetic and like Skidboot did, slowly going blind.

  • Aww bless! Skidboot is so amazing! I want to say a very well done to David for taking his dog further into love and care! I'm sure that Skidboot really appreciated being noticed, and also from being trained by such a talented man! My dog is a Springer Spaniel. His best tricks are the treat on nose trick and beg. Well done to David and Skidboot! Did Skidboot die of old age? :(

  • I know what it feels like to loose a loved pet, they are no longer pet's, they are part of your family. I just find this today, and I'm really sorry for Mr David. But that dog had a happy life and make a lot of people happy, including me. GOD bless skidboot and all the pet's whe deply love.

  • bless his soul. he will come back as a mathematician or something like that.

  • Oh... I just know Skidboot today. He's so intelligent. Deeply sad to learn that he died.

  • David, I can't believe I've just now found out about Skidboot passing. I loved him so much. I bought his video, and never missed him on TV, even reruns. It hurts so bad to lose a beloved pet. Skidboot was wonderful, and I'll never forget him. Thank you for sharing him with us. Sincerely, Patricia

  • I hope he finds comfort in knowing this dog lived a very amazing life. Dogs have so few years in this world and they rely on us to take care of them. David did more that take care of Skidboot he invested time and love on this dog.

  • Skidboot is amazing! David Hartwig is pretty amazing too.

    God bless Skidboot & his family.

  • poor skidboot atleast he had a happy life

  • I feel sorry for the owner it was like he lost his heart whenever skidboot died

  • poor skidboot

  • I love this dog... RIP Skidboot.

  • oh no. i know him today and find this...

    :'(

    Very good dog. it's a shame.

  • This made sad

  • To David the man who understood what a blessing he had in Skidboot. I know you will cherish all the memories...and Skidboot was just a blessed to have you has his companion and you were to have him. You surround him with much love and adoration....and what you said about he is much more than any amount of money or material possessions is so right. god Bless Skidboot and you and yours. you brought happiness to man through your "ministry" with Skidboot.

  • what type of dog was he

  • Australian Cattle dog

  • oh thats interesting i have an australian shepard and we are about to take in an australian cattle dog puppy

  • very amazing dog...i love dogs and i was inspired by the story of skidboot...

  • If anyone had the technology to live for a really long time, they should have used it on Skidboot.

  • I love animals. They bring us the joy that we're afraid to bring to one another in such an honest way.

  • Don't worry Skidboot is waiting for David at the rainbow bridge.

  • what song plays in this video?

  • whyd he die? he rocked!

  • RIP... I have known some smart dogs, but he was unreal...

  • Rest well, sweet puppy *blows kisses toward the heavens*

  • how did i not know about Skidboot earlier! =( what an amazing dog.. r.i.p

  • RIP SKIDBOOT!

  • Skidboot will always be the 'Greatest American Dog'! He was amazing!

  • hahaha... im crying and just today i saw him on the show "Pet Star"... i will miss that cute doggy

  • It's Aug 10, 2008, and I'm just now seeing that Skidboot died in 2007. Waaaahhhhh!!!! What a fabulous dog!! I saw him on Pet Star and Oprah! One of a kind!!!!!!! He will be sorely missed. ;(

  • Now I'm so sad! I'm at work and I'm trying to fight back the tears! Animals are so special! I mourn for them more than people because they are innocence lost.

  • im so sory i loved kidboot.he was amazing.i cryed when he died.god bless him

  • Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of this beautiful, beautiful animal. I am heartbroken also. How unfair that these beautiful creatures live such short lives. They give us so much love and companionship. We just recently lost one of our canines in our Police Department and I am still recovering from that loss. God bless these dogs and I thank God also for the privilege of allowing them to grace our lives.

  • This just breaks my heart, he was so ADORABLE and smarter than a lot of people. RIP Skidboot

  • this dog was lovely. i don't know why but every time i saw him perform he almost brought tears to my eyes... just because of the joy he brings to people and what a tight bond he and his owner had! he was great. his spirit will live on forever!

  • Skidboot was not only the real and original "Greatest American Dog" but he was in a class by himself and it would not have been fair to let him compete on the tv show.

    Forever in my heart.......

  • Not one to comment, I felt compelled to say how much I enjoyed the video of Skidboot. Our loved ones live on in our hearts, memories and on film.

    I love Cattle dogs!

  • i`m criyng,...im soo sorry...he was a wonderfull dog...

    God Bless Skidboot! :(

  • Skidboot's life will not be forgotten. This dog truly impacted the world and I truly believe he's in heaven running with all my babies.

  • that breaks my heart...I watched him on the show and brought goosebumps and tears......what a WONDERFUL dog....may he rest in peac

  • Yes, I agree. May he rest in peace!

    He was so a wonderful dog! There will be never a dog like Skidboot!

  • Hello David

    I am sooooo Sorry ,My wife and I watched Skidboot

    every chance we had I cried when I saw that he has Passed

    God Bless Skidboot!

  • i wonder what was the last conversation between them.

  • He isn't gone. The soul this dog had comes from energy sent to a loved one from a love one who as passed. The dog will be reborn again and one day probably very soon now David will find a puppy that he "just knows is Skidboot come back" I've raised ACDs for over 35 yrs and my nearest and closet dogs have returned to me multiple times throughout those years. They even appear in dreams to tell me know to find them and when to go out and look for them. Believe it or not.

  • It was strange to read your post! I lost my baby almost 3 years ago. I recently happned across a puppy online, and just felt I had to get him. I've thought many times that he was my my baby reincarnated. And I even had a dream a few months before I found my new little guy...a dream that told me my baby would come back to me. Strange...but wonderful!

  • Get it! You never know and a dog is a great friend!

  • skidboot thats a kool dog, he was very very smart guy.one must enjoy & live now, you both sure did, you will never lose the great memories you shared w everyone.. thx !

  • so sad!!

  • I'll miss Skidboot. I cried when I saw his story. God Bless you David in your loss.

    RIP Skidboot,

    We'll always remember you!

  • I am so terribly sorry for your loss. I too have lots 3 pets in the last few years so I know your pain. Rest assured you will meet up again one day. And you will be together for eternity.

  • Dear Lord, I know it's too late, but Dear God, keep Skidboot safe in your Heavenly Kingdom. Please bless David and his family. Let us all never forget what just one humble heart can do to bring peace. may God bless all who really care. And thanks!

    Im so sorry he was the smarter dog that i ever seen!I am so sorry... :(

  • we will see him in heaven

  • he was so smart...RIP skidboot!

  • Dear Lord, I know it's too late, but Dear God, keep Skidboot safe in your Heavenly Kingdom. Please bless David and his family. Let us all never forget what just one humble heart can do to bring peace. may God bless all who really care. And thanks!

  • aww

  • skidboot, god with u dear!!!!!!

  • thats a very sad news that skitboot is dead!!!!!!!

    he is the smartest dog that i ever seen in my life....

    hope god be with this dog!!!! -,-

  • geez im so sorry, i need tissues please

    God Bless you Skidboot and to David and his family.....tissues please!

  • Ok... I haven't been keeping myself updated with Skidboot... but... ah god... someone grab me a tissue.

  • Oh...I'm so sorry that he's gone. He was really amazing. I've lost some very special pets and I know what it's like...sadly they all have to go sometime but they are never forgotten, always precious to us and in our hearts forever. The loss of old friends always makes room for new ones. RIP Skidboot, you were truly amazing.

  • Skidboot is an amazing dog, a very talented dog, makes me sad when he was blind, he's gone but not forgotten. RIP Skidboot.

  • A wonderful dog. sorry to see him go, loved his videos. Thanks David.

  • An Awesome Friend! God has smiled upon you with a wonderful gift of love in man's best friend.

  • Wow...I thought my dog was smart---what a legend! How blessed you were to have him in your life! I'm sorry for your loss--I'm sure you miss him everyday.

  • one hell of a legend!!!! u will always b loved Skidboot!!!!! luv u forever!

    R.I.P

    xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx­xx

  • this dog was truly amazing and his soul will live on forever! he was truly loved not only by David but by everyone who had new him! he was a true mans best friend. i hope he enjoys his days in doggy heaven!!! ther will never be another skidboot though! no one can replace, i guess dogs are really mans best friend. Im goin to fall to pieces when my dog goes, he means the world to me and dont no what i would do without him!!

    R.I.P. Skidboot!! TRUE LEGEND!!!!! some people just dont realise!xxxxxx

  • Dog's are angels in disguise!

    Best friends forever!!!!

  • Rest in peace, sweet Skidboot. Rainbow Bridge is a better place for your presence just as the world is at a loss for your absence.

  • 13 years ago I brought home a cute, fiesty, little 9 week old Blue Heeler puppy...and since I have no children, he literally became my life for the next 9 years. 4 years ago he came down with "anemia" and I had no choice but to "Put him down". As the vet was pushing the "plunger" in, I held him in my arms and whispered in his ear, "I love you. I love you". I didn't know that 50 year old men could bawl/cry like new born babies. Now, I know.

  • Dave you gave this dog a chance, and he showed his stuff! I could see love love in both of your eyes, and in your tone of voice. Take care, and thank you Skidboot for making many happy for you were happy yourself, silly guy!

  • As with all dogs they bless our lives with unconditional love and do amazing things. I'm glad you had the time you did with Skid Boot.

    What a dog

  • omg i have tears in my eyes i cant even see my keyboard!

  • LOVE YOU SKIDBOOT

  • Skidboot's legend will live on forever!

  • I know when David passes away, he will visit the Rainbow Bridge and Skidboot will be there. If you haven't heard about the Rainbow Bridge, please look it up online. It's an amazing poem and place where our beloved pets go.  Rest in peace Skidboot, you were loved.

  • Ya see, Aussies are the smartest!! We've always known that!! :) (don't take me too seriously, everyone... Even though I am an Aussie!!)

  • cute

  • :( i feel so sad!!!

  • RIP Skidboot.

  • *sniff sniff* i grew up watching skidboot... i luvd watchin him on tv and i have wanted 2 meet him 4 years, but at least he lived a good life R.I.P. :'(

  • you made me cry!

  • I am sad also, but remember...all dogs go to heaven.

  • I can hardly type for crying. I have watched this wonderful dog for years on TV. I am going to miss him. He was better than a lot of people. We should all aspire to be like him. Kind and loving. RIP sweet one.