Much sympathy here bro'. I've been through this exact thing too many times myself.
Getting a pet is future heartbreak for sure. That's the reason I have none at the moment. At this point, I would rather have a kid. Hopefully they would outlive me.
But the joy animals bring into your life is really worth it when all is said and done.
You rescued that little creature and gave him a loving home and a great life. He will always be a part of you and your family. More people need to rescue animals from shelters rather than buy from pet stores.
He was a lucky dog.
