I have put this off for several days trying to get my broken heart under control. On Wednesday, I had my beloved little Chihuahua Minnie Jane put to sleep. She has been going down hill for several months now, and was seriously ill about six weeks ago. The vet and I managed to get her back for awhile, but over last weekend she started going backward again. I debated for several days and finally decided to let her go. She had a very long life (17 years), filled with all the love and attention any little gal had a right to claim. She called two loving men 'daddy', and outlived them both. I miss her courage, and most of all, I miss that little warm body tucked into the crook of my legs at night. Someday I hope to see her again.
:'( :'( :'(
sorry for your loss. I know the feeling. I lost two of my little ones in 3 months 2 years go. ONe of cancer the other i had to put to sleep. :(
I keep saying i won't get anymore but that never seems to work out.
my heart aches for you. Just no words to adequately express it.
So Sad! :( :'( :'(
I'm so sorry. Just don't have words except to say you were very brave.
I'm sorry for the loss of your little Chihuahua.
So sorry. We do get attached to them.
Edie, I am so sorry that you had to give in to relieve the suffering of your precious Minnie Jane. They become members of the family and are so dear to your heart and loyal companions. I have my Lucy that is so much company and such a good, altho spoiled, pet. I will convey this to Pam also, and know she sends you special thoughts and prayers as I do. Flo
For dog lovers everywhere . . .
Edie, Thought of you when I read this. Hope you like it. Barbara
A Dog's Purpose? (from a 6-year-old).
Being a veterinarian, I had been called to examine a ten-year-old Irish Wolfhound. The dog's owners, Ron, his wife Lisa, and their little boy Shane, were all very attached to Belker, and they were hoping for a miracle.
I examined Belker and found he was dying of cancer. I told the family we couldn't do anything for Belker, and offered to perform the euthanasia procedure for the old dog in their home.
As we made arrangements, Ron and Lisa told me they thought it would be good for six-year-old Shane to observe the procedure. They felt as though Shane might learn something from the experience..
The next day, I felt the familiar catch in my throat as Belker 's family surrounded him. Shane seemed so calm, petting the old dog for the last time, that I wondered if he understood what was going on. Within a few minutes, Belker slipped peacefully away.
The little boy seemed to accept Belker's transition without any difficulty or confusion. We sat together for a while after Belker's Death, wondering aloud about the sad fact that animal lives are shorter than human lives.
Shane, who had been listening quietly, piped up, ''I know why..''
Startled, we all turned to him. What came out of his mouth next stunned me. I'd never heard a more comforting explanation. It has changed the way I try and live.
He said,''People are born so that they can learn how to live a good life -- like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?''
The Six-year-old continued,''Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don't have to stay as long.''
Live simply.
Love generously.
Care deeply.
Speak kindly.
Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like:
When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.
Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure Ecstasy.
Take naps.
Stretch before rising.
Run, romp, and play daily.
Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.
On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.
When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
Delight in the simple joy of a long walk..
Be loyal.
Never pretend to be something you're not.
If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.
When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by, and nuzzle them gently.
ENJOY EVERY MOMENT OF EVERY DAY!
So sorry for your loss. We lost our beloved dog, Harry, in April 2007. He was thirteen years old and he had cancer. Don't know what I would do without a dog - have always had one throughout my whole life. I love dogs - have three of them now - an Akita cross that is around seven years old, a rat terrier cross that is almost three and a beagle that is three.
So sorry for your loss.
I have so many friends that will meet me one day. Each one as precious as the next.
It started with Blondie (the 7 week old cocker who I watched get hit by a car. ( I was ten)
Then there is Skipper, and Skippy and Cricket and then Wendy and Niki my first german shepard that I got when she was 6 weeks old and my youngest was 18 months and then Taco, her pup and Jocko and now Scooter and Sassy. I have forgotten a few as my life would not be complete without my animal friends. Those are just some of the dogs, I dare not start with the cats.
But, one day I was grieving over a loss and my friend sent this poem to me.
Now I share it with you.
You are loved Edie and she will be waiting for you. Hugs and God bless you in your loss.
The Rainbow Bridge
inspired by a Norse legend
By the edge of a woods, at the foot of a hill,
Is a lush, green meadow where time stands still.
Where the friends of man and woman do run,
When their time on earth is over and done.
For here, between this world and the next,
Is a place where each beloved creature finds rest.
On this golden land, they wait and they play,
Till the Rainbow Bridge they cross over one day.
No more do they suffer, in pain or in sadness,
For here they are whole, their lives filled with gladness.
Their limbs are restored, their health renewed,
Their bodies have healed, with strength imbued.
They romp through the grass, without even a care,
Until one day they start, and sniff at the air.
All ears prick forward, eyes dart front and back,
Then all of a sudden, one breaks from the pack.
For just at that instant, their eyes have met;
Together again, both person and pet.
So they run to each other, these friends from long past,
The time of their parting is over at last.
The sadness they felt while they were apart,
Has turned into joy once more in each heart.
They embrace with a love that will last forever,
And then, side-by-side, they cross over... together.
© 1998 Steve and Diane Bodofsky. All Rights Reserved.
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Edie.. I do not think there is anyone out here who has a "family member pet" that hasn't felt what you are feeling.. Your heart is breaking and it hurts even to breath.. I cry as I write this because even after 5 years.. I STILL miss my little Taffy...
But I know that she is on the other side.. happy and healthy ( and with my daddy..who she loved almost as much as me) :)... I will see her again.. You did what you did.. BECAUSE you loved her.. That is the ultimate gift to her..was to allow her to gently cross over to a place where she no longer hurt. She is safe until you see her again.
There is still a special place in my heart for each one of my pets that I have lost. I have special memories of each one and that helps when I am missing them. Losing each one has been like losing a special member of my family.
Oh, so sad. I hate that you have to go through that. I have been through making that decision, so I will pray that God will ease the heartache as best as He can.
I am so sorry for the loss of your longtime friend. Pets are just the best.....................
Two days before my surgery I called my fiance, Buck, just sobbing. He was consoling me and telling me not to be afraid, etc. Finally I said that I wasn't crying about the surgery at all. I was crying because the next day I would have to leave Bingo and Chloe with friends and didn't know how long they would have to be away. They are so a part of our heart. I think they can come home soon.