My dog had to be put down yesterday?

Question

How long should it take to grieve for her & how long does it take to recover from missing her so much !!

Answer 1

It takes time. Don't time and rush your grieving period. Talk to friends and family when you are feeling down. When I had to put down my basset hound I made a scrap book all about him and it made me remember all the fun times I had with him. I still miss him and he died 4 years ago. Take care of yourself!

Answer 2

I just lost my cat. I had her for 17 yrs. It so hard because they are like little best friends. I think a part of you will always grieve them. That never goes away. But I think a new dog can only enrich your life more and give you the unconditional love that you need. You were a wonderful friend and companion to the last dog, why not bless another dog with that in honor of your dog and all the memories you shared. Here’s a poem someone gave me when I lost my kitty… hope it helps..

To have loved and then said farewell, is better than to have never loved at all.
For all of the times that you have stooped and touched my head, fed me my favorite treat and returned the love that I so unconditionally gave to you.
For the care that you gave to me so unselfishly.
For all of these things I am grateful and thankful.
I ask that you not grieve for the loss, but rejoice in the fact that we lived, loved and touched each others lives. My life was fuller because you were there, not as a master/owner, but as my FRIEND.
Today I am as I was in my youth. The grass is always green, butterflies flit among the flowers and the Sun shines gently down upon all of God's creatures.
I can run, jump, play and do all of the things that I did in my youth. There is no sickness, no aching joints and no regrets and no aging.
We await the arrival of our lifelong companions and know that togetherness is forever.
You live in our hearts as we do in yours. Companions such as you are so rare and unique.
Don't hold the love that you have within yourself. Give it to another like me and then I will live forever. For love never really dies, and you are loved and missed as surely as we are.
Your Pets In Heaven

Answer 3

The title isn't actually a question.

I think it is impossible to say how long you'll grieve for her. I had my dog put down over a year ago and I still get upset over her. I miss her as much now as I did then.

Answer 4

In all honesty grieving for a pet is much like grieving for a human. People that don't own pets don't understand that. Don't let anyone make you feel bad about being upset.

It takes a long while to get over it but you certainly will. If you want to get another dog as a companion don't feel guilty about it. They will help you feel better but you won't forget her.

Best wishes

Answer 5

I don't think any of us can answer that question for you.
I'm so sorry, I know how devistated you must be. Loving a pet is just the same as loving a person, and each of us have our own ways to grieve and all I can tell you is that it takes time, how long, I can't say, I'm sorry.

Love goes out to you
:)B

Answer 6

There is no set time table for grieving but it is healthy to talk about it, write about it, write a poem to your dog, do a memorial for her, whatever helps you in the process to grieve the loss of her. I lost a GSD, also had to have her euthanized and she was only 6 yrs. old. I was very bonded to her and it took awhile for the pain of losing her to turn into fond memories being what remained.
I had her cremated and have the ashes which I want spread where I am buried.
Whatever helps you to grieve, do it. The pain of losing my dog came in waves for several mos. Now I have a different way of thinking about her and she is a collection of fond memories for me that I will always have.
If there is life after this life, i am sure I will see her again.

Answer 7

It's all personal.

No one is going to tell you it'll be a week or a month...it will take as long as it takes.

You'll grieve for her forever, but in different ways. I still miss my cat, it's been a year in November. But now I smile at his memory instead of cry. It took me a while to stop the tears.

There's no wrong or right answer....however long it takes, it takes. You loved your animal and they deserve to have someone grieve for them when they are gone.

I'm sorry for your loss...prayers to you.

Answer 8

Oh dear, sorry to hear that. It's early days. Grieving can't be defined in terms of weeks or months. Everyone is different.
When you start to feel a bit better, you could talk to your vet about getting a new dog. This would definitely help!

Answer 9

oh i realy sorry to here that i have lost a few dogs in my time ,it is like loosing 1 of your family.just sit and think if it was best for her if she was suffering and you done the right thing.it will take you a while to get over her but you will ,as each day passes you will come to terms that she as gone but she be still with you in your heart and thoughts.just remember when she was well as you would a human . when i lost my last 1 the house was not the same i waited about 3 months said i would never get another dog but i did she is 5 years old now ,and the love she brought with her helped me get over the loss of my last dog, dont think i ever forget my ones i have lost as i have photos up of every dog i had.my thoughts are with you .and take care you will cope dont worry.anne x x x

Answer 10

So sorry to hear about your dog. Grieving for your pets is nothing to be ashamed of. Mine are like my family. Just think that you gave her a really happy life and she was lucky to have you. There are lots of dogs out there looking for a happy home, maybe you should go to your local rescue and try to one that you can give a good home to. It sounds harsh but I've always found it helps for me.