Yesterday, my dog was gently assisted in crossing over, and it was a good death. It was very peaceful for her.
She was old, had a gorgeous life, and was ready. I'm relieved that her suffering is over.
But, the grief is so great, and grief is so much like depression in that there is so little space for it in our culture. It makes people so uncomfortable, and like depression, it makes me want to withdraw from people. Everyone wants to move on along with life, and I feel out of step.
I feel like she was the best part of me.
We have been inseparable for 11 years, and now I have to figure out how to be me again, without my best self personified in a little fur pal. My heart hurts so much. I'm not sure how I am going to make it without her warm, toasty little being.
Any kind words would be appreciated. 💜
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My condolences to you on the loss of your beloved dog. It is understandable, that U feel the way U do. U have lost a precious family member. Keep the good memories of your beloved pet close to your heart.
Oh I do feel for you my love - been there done that too. It is heartbreaking but we have to go through it.
It's the biggest drawback of having our lovely animal companions as they go far too soon.
I know this won't take now but it will in a while. You did a great thing giving your wonderful pet a very good life so feel very proud of yourself. You did the last loving thing we all can only do which is put her out of her misery and that was the right thing to do.
I love the Rainbow Bridge and I hope to meet all my past loved pets there when I go. You will too. Take care.
So sorry to hear about the loss of your dog/best friend. I know from personal experience the pain wrenches at your very core. It feels like a part of you have died with them. I had to make the decision 9 years ago to have my chocolate lab put to sleep he was coming up for 12 years old. It was one of the hardest decisions I’ve had to make. All my thoughts are with you at this very difficult time and just try to remember time and patience is the best healer. 🙏🤗🐶🐾🌈
Yes, that is the hardest part. She really was my best friend. So many people feel this way about their animals. I would love it if we could learn to show up for each other more in the way our fur babies do. Myself included! I want to be more loving, easier, a little more joyful and in the moment. Thank you 💜
Hello my heart goes out to you having lost pets myself there such great companions giving us unconditional love, I hope you will find some comfort in knowing your fur pal is living on and still with you just because you can't see him doesn't mean he's not there, just a thought away talk to his photo and remember happy times, I know it's a bit soon but perhaps the only way to find comfort again is to get a new fur friend, I don't know your health or circumstances age etc but maby lower maintenance than a dog perhaps a pet who's lost its owner, there's lots that need loving homes sat in cages lonely and missing there owners,you have a lot of love to give, sending a hug hope you find some peace soon time takes time the pain does get less give it a bit of time then looking forward and planning a new friend will help knowing it's what yours would want for you 🤗💛🌟🌈
I'm so pleased to here that, I hope I'm well enough to get a dog when my cat dies and my mam is 84 coronary heart disease she wants me to get a dog so I can get out meeting other walkers, I've loved and lost so many cats always had 2 it just made a bit easier I think still having one but now I only have my pixiebob he's 9 hope his pic makes you smile 😊
That is just so precious! What a peaceful, gorgeous creature. 💜
You absolutely should get a dog! There is a lot of benefits in terms of community and exercise. I am a huge cat lover, but for those with moods, having a dog means leaving the house.
I do walk in park talk to dog walkers my house backs onto park I'd love a small cocker spaniel the photo was of pixies home coming his first day away from his breeder he loved it he choose me he rubbed his head on my face when we picked him up his brother ran off he is my soul cat mate
He looks like a total dreamboat, and the perfect soulmate. I feel the exact same way. It is so hard. I just put in a load of laundry and broke down because I know I am washing away her fur, and I don't want any part of her to go.
I really wish we humans could learn to be better soulmates to one another. That is one thing I am really taking away from this. 💜
I am so sorry for the passing of your beloved dog. And I know and understand the pain of losing beloved animal children, all too well. I am also deeply saddened to report that I, also, am grieving the passing of our 21 year old cat. She just passed away a month ago and I am still trying to process it. Just know that you are never alone in your grieving, as there are so many that have been through what you are going through. And that understand what it’s like with all their hearts. Your dog was and is beautiful and you will see her again someday. God Bless you and your sweet dog, until you meet again. ❤️🙏🏻🕊
I’m sorry about your loss. what a beautiful and special tribute. I carry a lot of guilt over the loss of my furry companions. they rely on us really. it’s hard for me to not blame myself. I hope you can have peace.
We all do the best we can, and it is very very hard to gauge what to do. I was wavering at the last minute, and it is possible I should have done it sooner. I'm not sure if timing is what you are talking about, but I'm just assuming it is. Please don't blame yourself. There are no clear answers.💜
Oh my - All such beautiful dogs! Haven was clearly a royal creature. I am so so sorry. Are they all bulldogs? It's hard to tell with Haven - she looks like she could be a hound.
My dog also had a regal quality - with lots of bull dog goofiness.
Smokey and Haven are full American Pit Bull Terrier and had the same parents, different litters. She was 11 when she died. Smokey will be 14 in Dec... he's my first dog and my heart. He was 7 weeks old when I got him. Almost lost him in July with horrible seizures. Hes medicated now and completely recovered and is doing miraculously better!
Grace is 3/4 American Staffordshire terrier and a 1/4 everything else. She's our rescue and 11 years old. Full of energy and loves to go running and walking more than anything in the world.
You are so lucky to have an 11 year old bulldog that can still run! It is so common for them to blow out their knees and/or have arthritis. What a gift!
Grace can run 5+ miles almost daily...she can walk forever!
Smokey has to wear shoes because he's had a stroke and seizures that make him drag him feet. He still goes for a 2-3 mile walk every morning at age 14!
They and my husband are my biggest blessings and motivation to keep on going. It's amazing they're doing so well. I will be crushed when I lose my boy 😔💔
I am so so, so sorry for your loss. I don’t know what I would do without my for baby companion. He’s my best friend and the best date. Sending you a huge hug and my baby is sending you lots of kisses for your tears. holding you close.
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