Whenever I see a picture of him I start crying "I miss my Sparrow!" can someone tell me how to cure the pain and if you say "Get another pet." I will ignore you.
2006-12-28 12:51:38 · 34 answers · asked by Colleen 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
grief is a normal process , talk to a trusted friend or counsellor .
you said it's name was sparrow , did you know not one sparrow falls that jesus dosen't care for
2006-12-28 12:57:19 · answer #1 · answered by iammoza 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You can't cure grief except with time. You lost a member of your family, just like anyone else you love, when you think of them you're going to be sad. Time will make it better. It does help to think of the good times instead of the loss. Easier said then done, I know, but try, it will help.
Another dog will find you, he'll be totally opposite what Sparrow was, and you'll fall in love all over again when the time is right.
Been there, done that, still miss my Joey from 1993, but Bubba came along and refused to take no for an answer, she's 13 now and still part of the extended family... :)
2006-12-28 13:03:14 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am so sorry for your loss of your beloved Sparrow. The best thing that I know of is to see if your local SPCA offers pet grief counseling. My local one offers help over the phone. Look online for pet grief subjects. You need to be around people who understand how large a loss this is for you and who can give you support while you grieve. The process is prolonged if we don't give ourselves time to heal, so you are right another pet immediately is not the answer. If there is no counseling available in your area. Try locating some books on the subject. Still no luck. Do it yourself therapy. Write letters to Sparrow, draw pictures of Sparrow. Get some of your favorite photos of him and frame them where you can see him often. These things will help as you process your loss of such a very dear loved one.
I am happy for you that you had Sparrow and that he had such a great love as yours. You will always think upon him with love.
2006-12-28 13:03:51 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am so sorry to hear about your dog. There is nothing wrong with crying for your best friend. Three years later I still cry and I even have three of the dogs that I had when I lost my big boy. The ones telling you that another dog will relieve the pain you feel,that's not all true.You loved your dog deeply so the crying is normal. Time will eventually ease your pain, but you will always have that soft spot in your heart. Check out this poem www,rainbow bridge.com I'll tell you ahead of time,you will shed more tears but you will love it. I first read this on the wall at a cancer specialist vet office, they printed it for me and still three years later it still hangs on my fridge. Again, I feel your loss and I am sorry. Cherish your good memories of your boy.
2006-12-28 13:49:40 · answer #4 · answered by ® 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It seems hard right now and there is really nothing anyone can do or say to make the pain go away, but with time the pain will be replaced with all the fun memories you had with Sparrow. It takes time but you will get through it...I'll promise!
2006-12-28 13:22:26 · answer #5 · answered by Just me 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Over the years I have lost 4 dogs, so I know the pain of losing your beloved pet. Only time will ease the pain of losing him. We created “memorials” for each of our furry babies when they passed. Each has a photo collage on the wall, with our favorite pics, and a plant in the yard dedicated to that pet.
But only time will make it better, and at some point you’ll be able to think about him without crying. I’m not going to tell you to get another pet, but don’t close your heart either. At some point the right furry baby will come along, and will bring you as much joy as your other baby did. Give it time, but don’t close your heart.
2006-12-28 13:01:55 · answer #6 · answered by thriftywife 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you haven't done this: to help in the grieving process, make a ceremony. Take Sparrow's personal and favorite things, photos, objects from nature that she liked, and create a presentation for you to use as a physical way of paying tribute to a dear friend. You don't have to speak aloud, just use your thoughts and mental images/memories. Only allow someone else to join you if they're serious and support your efforts.
Good luck.
2006-12-28 13:11:34 · answer #7 · answered by Zeera 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can't "cure" the pain but over time it will ease. Your dog meant alot to you so mourning Sparrow is a natural process. I'm sorry for your loss...someday you will be able to look at Sparrow's pictures and remember how much joy you received from her/him.
2006-12-28 12:55:53 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I'm very sorry for your loss.If you see his picture next time just think of all te good times you had with Sparrow.Think about it he's in a better place,with God.God is watching over him and it was his time.If you want get another dog,but that dog will never replace Sparrow but it will give you a chance to have a new friend.Just because one friend is gone doesn't mean you can't have another.Hope this helped!! :) Again I'm sorry for your loss. :(
2006-12-28 12:56:50 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Sorry for your loss, I lost my dog in October so I know how hard it is to get past the pain. I just told myself that she will be with me all the time now. She sent my family a new puppy for Christmas and it has been a wonderful thing. Just like any lose, it takes time and everyone is different, it may take longer for you. You need to find a way that works for you. Again, sorry for your lose and good luck.
2006-12-28 12:59:41 · answer #10 · answered by aloneathome 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't think about his death. If you were a good owner he would've loved it and now hes being "specially treated" somewhere else. Watch the movie "All Dogs Go To Heaven", whenever my pets die even if they are goldfish i watch. It really makes me feel good and cures the pain. Tr ynot to think about Sparrow! Good Luck!
By the way sorry for the loss
2006-12-28 12:59:30 · answer #11 · answered by Ciara 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋