my siberian husky died two days ago. i have posted a question about this already but i just want to vent now... i think it just hit me that she is gone, she was like a part of my daily routine! she died of cancer and was about 12 years old, im only 13 so for as long as i can remember shes been there. she was like a sister more then anything and i only saw her growl once and it was to protect me from this dog who came running ready to bite me! i really just relized ive always had big dogs and at least two now i only hav one lil chihuahua. i feel so empty now and im alot less busy i hate it without her. ive also relized that ill never be able to hug her or smell her fur... any advice would be cool if it could help at all.
thanks
R.I.P. Tasha Marie...
2007-02-22 01:57:24 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
I'm so sorry for your loss because I know exactly what you're going through.
Pets are like family members to us and when they pass away, they take a piece of us with them.
Just find comfort that she loved you, had a good life and is no longer in any pain. Keep pictures of her with you and any favorite toys she had...
Remember that whnever a loved one passes that our tears are for us and not them...because we will miss them and have a void in our lives.
So cry it out and don't let anyone tell you that you're being silly. Only someone heartless would say such a thing.
And know that your beloved friend is somewhere now that there's no suffering, no cold and no fear...and your love helped her to make that transition.
2007-02-22 02:10:49 · answer #1 · answered by Chick-A- Deedle 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I feel your pain . . . I posted a question too about our dog, Abby who we had to put down just last week! It's a very, very difficult time when you lose a loved pet. They become one of the family and give so much unconditional love to us.
And we all grieve in many different ways. If you feel the need to vent, then I say do it. Me, I cry a lot and remember and share stories of the happiness and love that Abby brought to us.
It takes time, and they tell me it will get better day by day. But I have to work at it. My daughter found a few web sites that may help you heal. I like the first one because they have a Candle Ceremony every Monday evening and you can add your dear Tasha's name to the list to be remembered. Also, you can write a tribute to Tasha Marie. That helped me a lot and I go back to read it often. I have also included my posted question, maybe those answer will help you as much as they helped me . . . I hope so.
Nothing will ever replace Tasha, but the memories and love of friends and family will see you through. I am deeply sorry for your loss!
God Bless You!
2007-02-22 10:21:43 · answer #2 · answered by bigsis 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tasha Marie was clearly a family member for you. You are going through what can only be described as a mourning period. Things will get better as the days go on; you have wonderful memories of her. For now, comfort yourself with your chihuahua. And, don't forget that the chihuahua misses Tasha Marie also! Dogs get attached to each other too. Your sense of loss will fade with time, but your wonderful memories of Tasha Marie will never fade.
And perhaps some day in the future, your feelings of loss will fade to the point that you'll want to share your love with another new "family member." Good luck to you during this time of loss.
2007-02-22 11:09:55 · answer #3 · answered by Bob L 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am so sorry to hear about your dog. I know it is not a comfort now, but time will take care of your hurt. I have a cat that is 19 years old and I know I do not have much time left with him, can't handle thinking about it. I have had my share of animals and I wish I could say it gets easier when they leave us but it doesn't. The pain is always soo real but I know for sure you will begin to feel good and even have laughter over the 12 years you had her, by thinking of all the silly things she has done, maybe the times she got into things that she should not have, believe me those memories will take over the hurt you are feeling now. I really feel for you , I know soo well what you are going through. Also you said she had cancer, that is so hard for an animal to go through, now she is at peace and not in pain. Take care I will be thinking about you!!
2007-02-22 10:25:23 · answer #4 · answered by Z 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Oh sweetie...i'm so sorry. I lost a dog not to long ago as well. I now have a picture of him framed and on my wall. He was a part of my family just like Tasha Marie was a part of yours. Cry it out and even though you'll never get over loosing her, the pain will get less and less as time goes on. When my Jack Russle died, I burried him out in my yard and then planted a rose bush over him. Most beautiful roses ever!!!!
I'm so sorry for your loss and I hope thing's get better!
2007-02-22 11:11:01 · answer #5 · answered by Celtic Skye 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tasha I lost my dog Chance over 15 yrs ago to cancer. We had her for 10 great yrs. I put her to sleep on my birthday. I now have 2 cats and a red pitt. I love them but still cry over Chance at least five times per yr. My advise is to remember her. Oh yes, get that big dog you really want. Try your local shelter. A sheltered dog will bring back that joy.
2007-02-22 11:42:15 · answer #6 · answered by juliettepb 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know how you feel is what i would say but that expression just gets on my nerves but I am really sorry about your dog a way that you could not really forget about her death just not think about it is you could start collecting something or just go out and do something with your friends or play sports or something it can get your mind off of a situation like that. I know this isn't not that close of a relation but it still is a death, my grandmother died and I was really upset but they went through her house and gave her relatives her belongings and she collected bells, well the bells were passed on to me and i have been collecting bells since her death i don't think i have thought of her except till now but i hope you feel better and i am sorry
2007-02-22 10:14:57 · answer #7 · answered by Amber B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have been through this problem before and after a while i got to realize my dog was gone but i would get through it and one day see her again although it may be upsetting the first week or so life must go on so maybe u could do something in memory of her to get over her loss after awhile for me i needed another dog to get through it because i was too lost without a dog and i ended up with three more dogs and everthing turned out alright although i did get my other dogs about a year later
2007-02-22 10:11:50 · answer #8 · answered by <3 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One of the reasons we keep animals with shorter lives than ours is so we can learn to live with death and grief.
You are grieving for the loss, and that is very, very natural and right. It is part of growing up and learning about what is really good and meaningful in your life, and what hurts.
Talk to your family and friends about it. When you feel ready and things are right, think about a new pet. Don't let your sadness take over - you are part of the way there just asking this question.
You will cope - you are too sensible not to.
2007-02-22 10:09:31 · answer #9 · answered by limey_not_lime 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think any advice would really help. Just Time. My dog Blacky died Dec 29 and
i know what you are going through. Just keep thinking of the happy times and not the sad ones and you will get through this. They truly are our best friends!!
2007-02-22 10:11:07 · answer #10 · answered by janet 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋