Dealing with a dogs death
musicismylife78
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My families dog is being put to sleep today. he is 9 years old, has had major liver problem, stomach is filling up with liquid.
How do I deal with this? Any suggestions? Music, books, films to help me cope?
Its a sad day. Especially considering how important dogs are.
How do I deal with this?
How do I deal with this? Any suggestions? Music, books, films to help me cope?
Its a sad day. Especially considering how important dogs are.
How do I deal with this?
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I am so sorry to hear the news about your family dog. :(
It's never easy and I swear it gets harder everytime.
Just remember that he won't be in anymore pain. Remember the good times and think of any funny stories with him when he was younger. It helps too laugh just a little bit on days that are so tough like this.
I wish you and your family well.
there you are.
- brain of c
best wishes my friend.
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R.i.p. Black Tail (cat) - Sept. 20, 2008
I had a great dog for 15 years and his health was deteriorating
so I put him down.
It was very hard.
There will be a normal grieving process which is very healthy and helpful.
Time will be your best asset,and yes, it gets better.
I often think of him and have fond memories.
Sometimes a new dog(puppy) helps the transition.
Good Luck.
is that exactly what I thought I read?"
How I choose to feel,...Is how I am.
Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....
It's not a year yet.
I woke up when I was 23 (25 years ago) to find my Persian cat dead by me, on the floor, at the age of 4! I mourned for 3 weeks. I honestly don't know how I got over it.
Time?
my sister got another cat about 3 months after she had her cat put to sleep due to a kidney problem. I could not do that. I'm not sure when I'll get another pet.
hang in there
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10/10 - Brad in B'more
This story is what the vet sent me in the mail after I put my dog down.
He also included an ink print of my dog's paw on a blank card,like a "fingerprint".
I now have that framed with his picture.
is that exactly what I thought I read?"
How I choose to feel,...Is how I am.
Pax!
"Sometimes life should be consumed in measured doses"
6-01-06
6/25/08
Free Speedy
and Metsy!
As far as what to do, I never could read, watch tv or anything like that if I'm suffering a loss. I've gotta be out and be active. I can't focus if I'm just sitting there. I'll read 30 pages of a book and remember maybe 1 page. The thoughts will just continue on and I'll continue to be sad. Not that I shouldn't be sad, but I just end up sitting there and not very functional. So if I'm out doing things that keep me busy, I'll keep my head up and have a bit more focus, all while still thinking about all the good times.
Like others have said, take solace in the fact that he won't be in any more pain and to remember the good times you had with your dog.
oxc
*May the Peace of the Wilderness be with YOU*
He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion.
— Unknown
It was a little embarassing because there I was this grown man crying his eyes out in front of everyone. One of the receptionists brought me a box of tissues from inside, so they must've heard me from all the way in there.
Anyhow, it's comforting for me, however, to think that maybe my dog's last moments were filled with a sense of peace and tranquility from being outside in the grass next to a person who cared for him.
I am very thankful that it did not have to happen on one of those cold, stainless steel beds that are typically found in pet hospital rooms.
At any rate, I suggest just trying to remind yourself that you did all you could to give your pet a fulfilling, happy life.
http://forums.pearljam.com/showthread.php?t=272825
Once again I am sorry for all the sadness and pain your going threw.
my heart goes out to you.
"To question your government is not unpatriotic --
to not question your government is unpatriotic."
-- Sen. Chuck Hagel
As a person who has worked in a veterinary clinic for a while I feel your pain.
Ive sennmany animales put down. Its always hard.
You know what can help you get through this?
Do you know how many animals die in pain? How many come in in very poor condition and the owners have neglected?
You and you family loved your pet. Gave it the love and respect it deserved. Brought it in to have a fair death. The staff cares. And I care everytime I read a thread like this.
I say this time and time again.
Euthanasia is a mercy we only wish we had for human family members.
Take care and talk about your pet often.
That is what keeps them alive the longest.
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When my dog died a few years ago, I accidentally found something that made me feel better in the long run. I was writing in my journal that night and found myself writing a list of all the things I loved about her, all the funny things she'd done and the adventures we'd gone on together. I bawled like a baby writing that journal entry so I can't say that it made me feel much better at the time. I would also remember things days and weeks later and add them to the list.
Over time that hurt began to heal and I began smiling when I thought of her, instead of always crying. And whenever I open that journal and read that long, long list of things it always makes me happy and some of it even makes me laugh. I never would've believed it could happen, but there are even some things on that list that I'd forgotten over time. So I'm grateful that I did it and now I do it for all my pets.
power to the peaceful
That's an interesting story...
For the poster, I am so sorry for your loss. My wife and I had to put a dog down 3 months ago and we still grieve...we probably always will, he was a special boy...
As others have said, remember the good times. Dogs are seriously like family. Hell, they BECOME family. I call my dog "son"...lol
Sorry for your loss...never forget.
Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....
Author unknown...
sorry to hear that it's so sad:( hugs