Lovely post.
Thanks for loving that furbaby as you do.
Be prepared...you’ll carry that love the rest of your life-as we humans are privileged (and burdened) to do.
Know that God has His arms around you in your grief.
So sorry for your loss. Losing our furbabies is always heart wrenching. I believe The Good Lord will hold them until we are reunited in our real home...
My deepest, sincerest condolences. This happened to me six years ago, so I know your pain. Once it wears off, I urge you to do what I did and get another dog. My new one is a Great Dane and he’s a God send.
That is so sad. Loss of a loved one is so unbearable.
So very, very sorry for you. When your time comes, he will be waiting for you, tail wagging in anticipation.
So, so sorry for your loss! It’s always tough to lose a pet that you love dearly...
I am so very sorry for your loss.
Your pain is real. It’s love making itself known.
You have my sympathy.
I am so very sorry for your loss, I know first hand how much it hurts. I always say there could never be another to take his or her place, but always there is a pet needing love who comes along and steals my heart once again. Prayers that you will be able to enjoy the memories without so much pain, and that will happen a bit at a time.
My heart is breaking for you and Willie. I hope writing about him has brought you some comfort. Willie became a lucky dog the day you found each other.
Boy does this make the election seem trivial. Losing a beloved companion is the worst form of agony. I know all too well what you are going through, and am truly sorry for your loss.
ping to the doggie list
A family of friends who make these days so much easier and loving. May the love of my dog and this great nation never die.
What a beautiful send-off for your dear Willie. You might want to consider printing out your post and even the replies and putting it in a box called “Memories of Willie” along with his collar, some pics and favorite toys.
Thank you for rescuing Willie. I’m sure he knew that he landed in a pot of jam when he got adopted by you. It sounds like y’all had some fun adventures together, and you’re fortunate that you had him for 15 years — especially considering his precarious beginning.
Your account of his passing was almost word for word what was happening in my life less than 24 hours earlier. The diagnosis was different (hemorrhagic gastroenteritis), but the rest was the same. She (Jazz) was pronounced at 4:56 p.m. November 8, 2016. She was only 12½ years old. Because she was a toy, I expected at least 15 years with her.
Like you, I’ve been here many times before. It never gets easier, but it’s awfully nice to know that there are those who understand the depth of the relationship between a dog and its owner. I have literally wailed all week long, so when I opened your thread, I again had to reach for the Kleenex. When you said “my heart is drained,” fresh tears poured from my eyes. It’s the perfect description of my emotions this week.
I am a woman of faith and am of the strong belief that my Jazz now frolics on streets of gold in the presence of Jesus and that I and her sister (who is still with me) will join her in our heavenly forever and ever home. I read where you said you were doubtful of your faith and that you were concerned about things in your past. FRiend, if we didn’t have black marks in our past, we wouldn’t have needed a Savior. It’s why He came. To wipe the slate clean. Seek Him. Not only will He get you through this trial with an extra measure of grace, He’ll write your name in His book and prepare a place for you where you can reunite with Willie and all your other dogs.
Someone recommended that you go ahead and get another dog soon. I concur. It doesn’t take the pain of loss away, of course, but it redirects that need to love and share life’s experiences with another critter in need of companionship. I’m probably not telling you anything you don’t already know. I write it just as a word of encouragement.
God bless you as you experience this loss. And thanks again for giving Willie such a wonderful home!