Missing My Friend

[oldhudson]

I'm posting this because I'm really bummed. Had to put my dog down. He was either 11 or 12, we're not sure. Got him second hand. He had this lump between the neck and shoulder that came up really fast - from nothing to larger than a tennis ball in 20 weeks. Scheduled a lumpectomy. It was a month out. I was pretty unhappy about that. Then he stopped eating. Became lethargic. It just slid downhill. He loved the dog park, swimming in the Mississippi, playing Frisbee and laying by the fireplace. We'll miss him.

[Foxfold]

It's so, so hard to lose a well loved pet, you have my deepest sympathy.  I lost one of my oldies last week so I know exactly what you are going through.     He was lucky to fall on his feet and land in your home.  One day the tears will turn to smiles when you recall all the happy times and wonderful memories.

[Phantom Scroller]

Sorry for the loss of your lovely looking dog one of the family and I've lost a few myself hurts but I didn't get another after the fourth one a black great dane really missed that one. You look after yourself. Roly  

[Gordon 121]

So sorry about your friend there is nothing worse than having to let your dog sleep, I think most of us have been where you are right now so you have my deepest sympathy. Not sure how good you are at pattern making but when your ready post some pics and I will draw you the best portrait I can as will lot of others on here for you to cut. 

Gordon 

[Fedido]

I am so sorry for your loss. I went on a six month business trip and while I was gone, we lost our black lab. I know how much it means to loss your best friend. I have now a chocolate lab and the day we separate, I know I will be a hot mess. you both will be in my prayers and thoughts. 

Hendo

 

[RabidAlien]

Damn.

 

Been there done that, know that there are no words that can help.  Just prayers.

[teachnlearn]

Maybe one of these fine folks can create a scroll pattern from the picture. A memorial plaque. RJF

[nrscroller]

HI

Yeah I know how you feel, I put our golden down a few years ago and had to call the kids at college to let them know.

Bill

[spirithorse]

Hi, Berry,
That is a beautiful pet.
I'm sorry for your loss but, you know deep down inside you didn't want him to suffer.
Prayers sent your way.

God Bless! Spirithorse

[teachnlearn]

[Scrappile]

Been there many times in my life, it never gets easier.  So sorry for you loss.

[amazingkevin]

My cousin doesn't know how people can live without a pet. That was one good looking dog you enjoyed!

[new2woodwrk]

So many of us have lost our best friends, (we lost 2 in less than 2 months).

It hurts...and it hurts Bad!

Although the pain and hurt lessens with time, the memories of friends lost are forever!

We rest easily and remember them all lovingly, knowing our friends were rescued from obscurity and harm and we gave them a loving home they didn't have before.

We feed them, protect them, pet them, rub their bellies, walk them, play with them and that is all they ever ask of us.

They ask for so little, and give us so much!

My deepest condolences to you and your family over the loss of your friend

Chin up, there are more in need of your love and care!

 

[LarryEA]

I'm sorry... It is a sad time ...I'm sorry... your loss makes me cry.. 

[Gordster]

So sorry to hear Berry,what a beautiful dog..I know where you are at as I

lost my poor old cat this week at age 16.

Edited February 26, 2020 by Gordster

[meflick]

I’m sorry for your loss. He looks like he was a beautiful boy.

[wombatie]

I am so sorry for your loss.  He looks as if he was a gentle soul.

Marg

[MrsN]

I am so sorry for your loss! pets are so special.

[Tomanydogs]

That’s the sad thing about having pets. I always say I can’t go through that again, and before you know it I’ve got another one. They are very hard to live without. 
Sorry for your loss I really know how much it sucks. 

[Dragonkort]

I am so sorry for your loss. Iv had dogs all my life and it never gets any easer when they go.  I lost my snoodle last year. He was 13. He died in the car at my side his head on my lap as we pulled into the vets parking lot. They did some tests and told me he had had a tumer that had just gotton to big on the inside. The vet asked me if id noticed anything different about him but there really wasn't. He was just slowing down, he still ate good if not as much as he used to, and he tired out fastr when we played but like I sad he was 13. There was nothing to indicate he was in any kind of destress until the night before we made an emergicy trip to the vet.  Before that I had to put my first service dog down. he was almost 20... he was blind and had no teeth but he still did pretty good. all my Charlie ever wanted was to be at my side. we made him soft canned dog food and I kept him leashed to me. he was just beginning to go a little senile I think because at times he would sit in the Livingroom on the floor just looking around. Id talk to him softly and inch closer to him until he relized it was me and hed start wagging his tail. Then one day his hind legs gave out. he just couldn't stand anymore. so I held him close all that day and night. The next day I had to put him down. I held him in my arms and at first he fought it, but when I told him it was ok, he could go id be alright he gave a sigh and was gone.  A lot of people say I just imanaged that....but I know what saw and felt. My Sheba is close to 14 now. She is almost if not completely blind now. I put drops in her eyes twice a day. And we finally found some canned dog food that's not to hard for her eat. and I smush up her soft doggie treat she gets before we go to bed. like Charlie , sheba is always at my side yes even in bed. A lady at the store a few months ago told me I should retire her and get a new service dog, but I can't do that. she's been at my side literly for almost 14 years and I know she would die if I tried to retire her. Her job isn't hard she just lays in her dog carrier and sleeps now when were out. lol The only thing I do differently now is I put a nice soft pillow/blanket in her bag and I keep the top completely closed now. Not because she would do anything wrong but because people have a tendicy to stick there hand in the bag or start to pet her while asking if they can pet her, before I can tell them no because shes working.  Im afraid sheba might bite some one if they starttl her by trying to pet her.  I thank God every day that he allows her to remain here with me and I pray every night for at least one more day with her. I understand your pain and will pray that God be with you and helps you through this so very hard time in your life. Also I think a scrolled pic of her would be  wounderful thing!! I made a scrolled sharpa for my daughter when her sharpa coco died and she still has it hung on the wall. some day I might get up enough courage to try to cut out the pattern of Charlie some one made for me. but there are just so many little lines real close to each other....Im just not good enough at scrolling to cut all those real close little lines. when I try I wind up breaking the piece. oh well. All I can suggest is to remember fondly all the good times you two had together and try to remember hes in a better place now.  Running and playing just like a young pup in Gods golden fields of grass trees and flowers. At least that what I do when I loose one of my animal children. It takes awhile but eventuly the memories become bitter sweet. 

[jblock9907]

Hey, its only a dog. Who has the lovable face and tail wagging enthusiasm whenever you return home. Even though you were gone for only 30 minutes, but hey, its only a dog. Unconditional love that was never repealed, but hey, its only a dog. Cheering you up when they knew you were sad, but hey, its only a dog. Bringing you laughter at the right moment, but hey, its only a dog. When you feel that face staring at you just because you are being reminded that it is pee o’clock. But hey, its only a dog. At least, that is what some people think. But we know better. Your dog is never a pet, they are family. First they steal your heart, then your bed. He was a beautiful dog. Cherish those memories. We had to put down one of our about 8 weeks ago, but we still think of her and miss her.  I am  so sorry for your loss.