I NEED A HUG...my dog passed away :(?

Question

My dog of 18 years passed away.About three days ago, she experienced her first epilepsy. She had two more, we had her on medication. She was in so much pain, crying a lot, had temporary blindnes. She woke up yesterday with a lot of pain, her crying was very loud, and she could barely move. She was suffering too much. She has been through so much that it really broke my heart watching her suffer (6 tumor operations + chemo). My family and I decided to put her to sleep. It would have been very selfish of my part to keep her alive, knowing that she was suffering in pain. I said a little prayer, gave her kisses, and she looked at me in pain, staring at me...that image will remain for the rest of my life. I left the room because I did not want to see her when the doctor put her to sleep. She was a trooper, a family member who was with us for 18 years. 18 years where the majority of the dogs do not live to that age. We really took care of her. But I know that she is in a better place...

I really cannot believe she passed away...I could really feel her, I really don't want to go to sleep and wake up and see her bed empty, no greetings and no smile, no tail moving :(

Answer 1

I think I answered to you last night.Iv lost many a good dogfriend in my life having raised 60 of them.Im the one who owns 15 now.Its very sad.Its loosing a family member.My old girl Midnite Thunder passed not too long ago.She was a black lab/rott & was 16 years old.Im sad for you & your dog but happy that you have peace.I believe that dogs go to heaven too.Sylvia Brown says that dogs stay with us after they die.Heres a story,,I had a houseguest,,my friends in Texas daughter.My nite died days before she arrived.One morning when I woke,,Amanda said she heard toenails walk across the floor towards her chair then into the kitchen about 10 am.I told her every morning at that time,,Nite would wake up,,walk over to me in the chair & then off to the kitchen to look for scoobies.I have also seen the ghost of one of my dogs before,,I recently wrote about this in my answers if you care to read about it.Anyhow,,take care & know that your dog is with you always.Hold her in your heart.My parakeet just died on the 29th,,she was about 22 years old.

Answer 2

I would give you a huge hug if I could. I had to do the same for my dog "Dixie" who was also 18 and finally couldn't go any more. When I took her into the vet, I was going to hold her while they did the injection but at the last moment I just could not do it and had to leave the room. I still feel guilty about it, but I tell myself she was one spoiled doggie from the day I got her, so I just keep remembering that I did my best by her and now she is pain free and in her "happy place". You well know that another dog won't take her place, but somewhere down the road you might want to give another little pup a beautiful life. Keep being caring. You seem to be a great person.

Answer 3

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss baby_Nyago.
I know how devestating it can be.

If it help, try to remember this, she lived with much love and attention. She had as good a life as an human, probably better than most. At least she was able to see you one last time before slipping away, I am sure it ment the world to her. She was lucky enough to live his life with you.
-big hugs and kiss on top of head-

These wonderful creatures bless us with their company over the years and become a part of the family. I also love my three dogs and the thought of them ever passing hurts in itself. They give so much and ask so little!

Remember all the good times you've had with Girl, and though a dear pet can never be replaced, find yourself another dog in a few weeks that can tug your heartstrings as a new member of your family.

Take care baby_Nyago, my thoughts are with you
Jason Homan

Answer 4

I am sooooooo sorry for your loss. Here is a big HUUUUUGGGG from me. You made the hardest decision! I was lucky, I did not have to make that decision...my 11yr old Rottweiler pass peacefully under his favorite shade tree in our yard. Just reading this makes me want to cry for him...Loosing a pet is never easy, and it never goes away, but it does get better. You did what you could for her (and more than most people would). I will be your shoulder to cry on if you need...we can cry together!

For a couple of months, I put a picture of my dog on my home computer and work computer as a desktop. That way I could tell "big dog" good morning and good nite every day! It helped!

More Hugs! Never forget her!

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....

Answer 6

I am so so sorry for your loss. 2 of my dogs have passed away in the last year and I understand how bad it hurts. Just try to remember the good times and not the bad ones, and getting a new puppy does help (it will never replace the dog that you lost, but it helps you morn and helps fill the void in your heart). I am really sorry.


HUG!

Answer 7

Oh Dear I do so feel your pain and if you can close your eyes and feel my hug!! I lost my dog of 11 years about three years ago. She had heartworm but I didn't know it till it was almost to late I took her to the vet and he kept her to give her medications and observe her to be sure it helped her . He called and said there was some improvement but he didn't think she would last long, so I made the hard decision of putting her to sleep but I wanted to be with her so she would know I didn't abandon her. I planned on going the next morning and having it done but the vet called me & told me she had died!!!! I feel so bad because I think she died thinking I abandoned her!!! And oh how I wish I could know if she knows that I did not do this!! My hugs and best wishes are with you!!

Answer 8

Aww. I answered your question yesterday when you were wondering if you were doing the right thing. You did the right thing. Your dog isn't in any pain anymore. You will always have the wonderful memories. I know how painful this is. We had to put down two of our dogs when I was growing up. They truely feel like part of the family. God Bless

Answer 9

I had my cat Stanze 15 years when she died suddenly. I promised her I would create a beautiful garden where I buried her. I planted a purple butterfly bush and put a great headstone. I said something like "If love could have made you live, you'd be here forever!" I have plans to expand it.
I celebrate her life in song. I made a modge podge purse of her pictures. Celebrate your dog. On the one year anniversary, my grandma went to eat at Red Lobster. It was a memorial lunch to symbolize missing her. Many people don't understand this, but it felt great and we took pictures. I say we ate seafood because cats love seafood.
I hope this helps...here's your hug (U). That's you in the middle.

Answer 10

This comes from an anonymous author but is something that gives me comfort when I think of the ones who have graced my life but gone on to a better place. *hugs* I've been there and it's so hard, but it does get easier.

The Rainbow Bridge

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....