article_snippet: We wish now to draw a line under this tragedy. '
article_snippet: His joint owners said His joint owners would have welcomed 'expert advice' with how to deal with the situation and the ensuing press attention.
article_snippet: A spokeswoman for Crufts said: 'As dog owners ourselves we understand how heart-breaking the loss of a beloved dog is and we have continually offered we sincere sympathies and support to the owners throughout all of the contact that we have had on the telephone and by email and we continue to do so.'
article_snippet: A spokeswoman for Crufts said Both had offered the families support with making statements about the investigation. '
article_snippet: Both we and the owners have expressed we desire to draw a line under this, so that the owners can grieve privately,' A spokeswoman for Crufts added. '