Posted on 06/28/2014 1:51:20 PM PDT by 1_Rain_Drop
I hope he’s romping with our kitties, Duke, Duchess, and Homer, as they wait for us at the Bridge.
me too
I have three on in the years pups, and I know heartbreak awaits...
I lost one of my furry children this last January. My wife brought her to the house when we got married. The pets ended up treating me better than the wife did. I still have the pets LOL. I know it hurts, but you’ll find your “new normal” eventually. From what I read you did just fine by your pet. Take care and God bless,
CC
This gave me some comfort when I was in the same position.
IF IT SHOULD BE
If it should be that I grow weak
And pain should keep me from my sleep,
Then you must do what must be done,
For this last battle cannot be won.
You will be sad, I understand.
Dont let your grief then stay your hand.
For this day, more than all the rest,
Your love for me must stand the test.
Weve had so many happy years.
What is to come can hold no fears.
Youd not want me to suffer so;
The time has come please let me go.
Take me where my need theyll tend,
And please stay with me till the end.
Hold me firm and speak to me,
Until my eyes no longer see.
I know in time that you will see
The kindness that you did for me.
Although my tail its last has waved,
From pain and suffering Ive been saved.
Please do not grieve it must be you
Who had this painful thing to do.
Weve been so close, we two, these years;
Dont let your heart hold back its tears.
- Anonymous
My screen is all blurry now, but I wouldn’t have NOT read this for anything in the world...
Thanks for sharing your grief.
*HUG*
I am so sorry for your loss. My poochie is a whinner. he is a rescue as well. Hope your sadness and pain for your Solstice will be brief.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H17edn_RZoY
Thanks for the ping. I reached my tear quota for today on this thread.
My eyes are teary, the screen is blurry and the memories are painful.
But thanks...1RD needs love...
You’re welcome, and agreed.
As do I. How can you love, care for and lose a four-footed furry without it being part of your Eternal Family?
Unbelievable to think otherwise.
<3
We are so sorry. Having lost 4 GSDs in the last 2 years, 3 through cancer and 1 stomach bloat, we understand your heartbreak. We will never be without one.
Someone once said that guardian angels sometimes come covered with fur and wagging a tail. I, for one, believe that.
Rest in Peace lil feller....
That’s what we do. We always get our dogs from the shelters. When one passes, we wait a couple days and then adopt another one. It’s the best bargain we’ve ever found.
“I believe myself to be a reasonably good man; but if there are no dogs in heaven, I AINT GOIN!”
Will Rogers said much the same thing.
Your story reminded me of King, a wonderful German shepherd I had during high school, who had to be euthanized back around Christmas 1973.
I still miss that dog, and sometimes I still dream about him.
I have 5 cats and I love them, wouldn't give them up for anything. But I do miss having a dog.
Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss, but don’t ever feed chocolate to a dog again.
http://pets.webmd.com/dogs/guide/dogs-and-chocolate-get-the-facts
I thank you so much for rescuing Solstice and giving him five years of good life. I can sense your anguish at his loss. He obviously was a quality dog and both of you benefited from being together.
As you know, as time passes the sharp hurt starts to ease and eventually you will be left with pleasant, enduring memories of Solstice.
God bless you and Solstice. May you meet again on The Other Side.
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