What is the best way to say good bye to my deceased dog?

Question

He had anemia or leukemia but he died yesterday

Answer 1

I think you should bury your dog somewhere close to your home, so whenever you want you can go and visit, and talk to him. Also they make really nice pet head stones. If your dog was part of the family, like mine is, it will take you a long time. But its OK to be sad. Just remember all the great times you had with him. In time it will get better, but just don't try to suppress your feelings.
I'm sorry for your lost.

Answer 2

omg, im only 12 and i had to deal with that. i had a dog that died of old age, he wuz 14, then half a year later my other dog died, i wuz very depressed. its hard loosing a family member that has been there with you. Been there with you to cheer you up when you are down. Been there to greet you when you come home. There to get its belly rubbed. Dogs are great, but sometimes its hard to let them go. I just think of all the happy things that i had with that dog. Instead of thinking negative. Wouldn't your dog want you to be strong for him? I still cry once in a while for them. But a best friend can never be forgotten. Im very sorry for your loss. You may get over it, but you will never forget...Im sure your dog isn't suffering anymore. I still feel like it was just yesterday we put them to sleep, although its already been 2 years... I hope you feel better. I even had the courage to get another puppy, even though I know he will never replace my beloved dogs from the past... my best friends... oh yeah, i had my first dog that wuz put to sleep, we creamated him and we keep him in our cabinet in a gold jar. He's like always with us... a friend forever...

Answer 3

I'm so sorry for your loss....what I did was well when he got put to sleep I was right by his side to say good bye, but we cremated him. He is now right up on the fire place mantle. Where I can see him and talk to him every day if I want to.
So maybe do something like that? Or make a little memorial place for him. With a few pics of him there as well.

Answer 4

I like Caroline K's answer. After cremation, if its done right, there will be very little left. Take that and all the great memories you have and then buy the most expensive pendant type container you can find. Place your dogs ashes in the pendant and wear it around your neck to keep your pet close to your heart where it will live forever.
See links for some ideas for the pendant containers I was thinking about.

Answer 5

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.... 




im so sorry my dog died of a saturated disk im so sorry!

Answer 6

Sorry for your loss. When I lost my dog (and best friend of 11 years) it was very difficult. Something you may wish to consider, especially if you do not feel ready to adopt another dog (I sure didn't want to go out and try to replace mine) is fostering a dog in need of a home in memory of your dog. This gives you a positive goal to focus on and a special tribute for your dog. I found it helped fill the silence and remind me of the best times with my dog. It's not for everyone, but do consider it.

Answer 7

I'm sorry to hear that.. i had experienced that too.. my dog died with kidney 3 years ago. i was really down cud not believe his gone..It took weeks for me to recover even until now he still remembered. we had a short funeral service for our dog..buried him in an empty lot and after that we all went home and during dinner we had a kinda say something about our dog things that we remembered while he still alive especially the good memories since we had him...its just so hard to lose someone that we love but life must go on...

Answer 8

Friendly Hello, I am sorry for the loss you feel with in your heart. I dont think there is ever a good way to say good by to a family member. I would have one of the best photos developed and make a nice area where you can display him in honor. Blessings, Kelly

Answer 9

Just as you would a human.My son had a dog pass last year and we had a funeral.My son is mentally challanged and Dusty had been with us for 9 yrs.He was a part of the family.
We just got a new dog this week.He said he loves the new puppy but he still misses Dusty.I hope you find peace.

Answer 10

Its hard to bear the loss of a pet. Try to think of the good times you had together and the fact that you gave the pet a good home and love. One never really gets over the loss but learns to accept it. My four dogs meant the world to me and as each died of the illnesses of old age it wrenched my heart. Even now I cant bear to think of their last days. But life goes on and slowly we learn to accept that they are gone and what wonderful friends we had in them. Hope you will be strong.