We put my almost 17 year old dog to sleep yesterday because she was so old and could hardly walk anymore and then buried her. I'm only 13, and this was my first experience losing something that I loved. I can't stop crying; she was here my whole life and I can't get over her.
2007-01-09 12:24:46 · 17 answers · asked by Rawr! 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
It takes time but it does get easier. Sorry for your loss.
2007-01-09 12:29:24 · answer #1 · answered by Shepherdgirl § 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
When I was twleve, I had a hamster. Her name was Princess. She was the most beautiful hamster you could ever find. When I went off to camp, she died. I had a lot of trouble. I still cry when I think about her, and I'm 31. I know it sounds kind of stupid...
When I was eight my mother died. It was hard. You have to form a line, where you can't cross. It's going to take awhile, and I know that it can be hard. You had that dog for 13 years, ever since you were alive. Also, when I was twleve, I lost my grandfather. It was upsetting. I spent so much time with him. My thirteen year old lost a German Shepard recentely. And, I have recently lost a horse. It was all hard at first. Don't try to get over it quickly. It will just make it harder. I know this may sound corny, but she is in no more pain. She is watching over you, and will always be there for you. She is still in your heart, and always will be.
Don't try replace her, too soon. I got a new hamster two weeks after the other one died. And I felt terrible.
I felt like I betrayed Princess. I hope this helped you. Sorry, I was rambling on if it didn't help. I still miss all of my loved ones, and I know that I always will.
Good Luck.
2007-01-09 12:39:01 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, I'm VERY sorry for your loss. Second, know that she is in a better place, no longer in pain or suffering. Third, you just keep breathing. Time heals all wounds. Life does go on - just take one day at a time. Remember the good times you and your family shared with her. The next time you feel like crying - laugh at one of those times instead. Grieving is a natural process and it takes some longer than others. Hope this helps. Fourth, when you're ready, get a new dog and start over...
2007-01-09 13:16:15 · answer #3 · answered by plumbersangel 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
So sorry about your dog. Losing a pet is losing a member of your family and to have to deal with it at your age is even harder. Just keep in mind that you gave your dog the best gift you ever could have, you let her go when she was suffering. You gave her all of those years of love and happiness, some dogs never get to experience that at all and that is very sad.
Just remember how much you loved her and that she loved you twice as much and always will.
Take care.
2007-01-09 13:11:19 · answer #4 · answered by Hotsauce 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm very sorry for your loss. But you have to know that you helped your dog. She was in pain, and you did the right thing. There is no best way to get over the loss of a great friend, but you can remeber all the great times you guys had together. That will put a smile on your face.
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2016-12-28 13:45:59 · answer #6 · answered by londa 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Losing an animal is very heartbreaking. I know exactly how you feel, and it isn't easy. You will never forget her! One thing that worked for me, is getting another dog, not to replace the one that you lost, but sometimes it helps ease the pain, and you have another little one, that needs your love and care. I'm really sorry, about you losing your dog. Just hang in there, it won't happen over night, but it will get better in time.
2007-01-09 12:44:20 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO sorry : (
I had a very similar experience when I was 22 - We had to put down our 17 year old dog that I grew up with (I was 5 when I got her!).
It gets easier with time - It's part of the grieving process...Just remember all the great times you had with her over the years and keep her in your heart forever!
2007-01-09 12:33:25 · answer #8 · answered by Yo LO! 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh my dear, I am so sorry! This is an ache of which I know well. Dogs love us so much, whether we deserve it or not, and they ask so little in return. Let yourself grieve, there is no shame in it. This dog was your lifelong companion, if anyone is so callous as to find amusement in your sorrow, they have no soul. Just know that she loved you and she knew that you loved her. The kindest but most difficult thing we can do is to let go of a loved one who depends upon us utterly, rather than to keep them with us for our own selfish gratification. I find comfort in the following poem, I hope you can as well.
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....
Author unknown...
2007-01-09 12:46:43 · answer #9 · answered by doggzma 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I am so sorry to hear about your lose. I just lost my dog that I was very attached to in October. I am a bit older than you and it was still hard for me to grieve. The best thing I can tell you is everyone grieves in their own way, weather it get mad, cry or ignore it. Everyone is different, you have to learn about life and death and grieve in your own way.
I have sense gotten a new puppy and she has brought my family a bunch of love. We know that we can't replace our passing dog, but, we say that our passing dog sent her to us.
Good luck..again I'm sorry for your lose..
2007-01-09 12:36:24 · answer #10 · answered by aloneathome 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It will take some time but you will eventually learn to accept the fact that she is in a better place now and no longer suffering. We had to put our 7 year old doberman to sleep because she had throat cancer. Then I witnessed my dog killed by a car right in front of my eye's all because I didn't put her on a leash and she was trying to run to me and she got killed. It was soo hard on me but I had to exept it. It's gonna take some time. Well take care my prayers are with you tonight.
2007-01-09 12:31:01 · answer #11 · answered by mommyinneedofhelp 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋