Just a small update

[DemureRose]

Last night was the most traumatic nights of my life. I’m getting ready for bed when I hear my dad screaming. Bloodcurdling screaming. I run to find him cradling our elderly dog. The sweet boy had fallen into our pool and despite our many CPR attempts, he didn’t make it. The amount of hopelessness and just regret is very overwhelming right now. I’m trying to keep thinking that it was for the best. He had a lot of problems. He wore diapers and had to take daily medication but it’s still terrible. He was a part of my routine that I have to get used to now. I know he was just a dog but I still just feel for any of you that have lost someone that way or even more traumatic. I’m so sorry.

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Sorry for your loss.

[Destiny8277]

I’m so sorry.

[deblhotchkiss]

I’m very sorry for the loss of your sweet dog.

[kenster1]

really sorry to hear that hey dogs might be dogs but they are part of the family.my dog means everything to me I would be heartbroken if she passed but I would have some amazing memories maybe that could help you as well.sorry and doggy heaven has another furry friend.take care.

[DemureRose in reply to kenster1]

Thank you. I’ve been torn between feeling guilty about being so torn up and just completely sad. It’s nice to hear that it’s ok.

[hypercat54]

Hi what an awful way to lose your beloved dog and I am so sorry. All dogs can swim but if he was too weak too then it does sound like a blessing in disguise. He wouldn't have had much longer anyway and drowning is very quick and painless. For his sake I imagine death would be a release but for his humans it's still very traumatic. x

[DemureRose in reply to hypercat54]

Thank you. Your words are very comforting. Our biggest issue with everything was that he had suffered but it’s good to know he didn’t. We wanted something quick and painless for him.

[Schooley]

Dogs are never "just dogs" and you needn't feel ashamed for feeling devastated. So sorry that happened. I lost a beloved dog in a traumatic way when I was 8 and it took years to forgive myself. I understand and you didn't do anything wrong and tried your best to save him. He had a long, happy life with your family.

[DemureRose in reply to Schooley]

It’s nice to know someone understands to a point. It’s not even that he died it’s that he had to die that way. I wanted it to be quick and painless. That’s the part that will forever live with me.

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I'm sorry. 🙏😔

[melbrown]

I am so sorry for your lost.. our pets mean a lot to us. Let yourself grieve for his passing, it's okay, don't let others tell you otherwise.💛

[Agora1]

I am so sorry DemureRose xx

[DemureRose in reply to Agora1]

Thank you. I know you’re going through some rough stuff yourself so I appreciate this a lot.

[Snowyowl23]

DemureRose I'm so sorry for your loss... I understand how you feel it's never easy when we loose someone we love two or four footed. I recently lost someone four footed too, it's so sad and upsetting. It's ok to feel upset.... let yourself grieve like melbrown said its ok don't let anyone tell you its not or make you feel silly for it. And like others had said you did what you could I commend you for trying to help. Sending peace and love <3

[DemureRose in reply to Snowyowl23]

Thank you I really appreciate your kind words.

[gb14]

i answered your other post, but came across this one too. i can guarantee you he wasn’t just a dog, although many people say that! now he’s your guardian angel waiting for you at the rainbow bridge 🌈🐾♡ i hope you’re feeling better!

[DemureRose in reply to gb14]

Thank you!

[Lulububs]

Oh thats so sad❤️

I know that people go “ It just animal “but anyone thats has them

Knows there part of the family.. i actually like my dogs more then some of mine 😂.

I lost my 13 year old shih tzu and i literally mourned him and cried for a year until i gave in and got my cockapoo.

It is awful.... BUT i knew he was ill, like ur dog he wasnt well and mayb and i know this wont make u feel better now as i know when people said it to me i just thought “ really??l”

But he was prob suffering!

So he is in a better place