2007-03-22 08:35:00 · 10 answers · asked by beky100nyrd 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Dogs grieve like people do. And he might be sad for a while, but with lots of love and attention from you, he'll get over it. Just be sweet to him, and remember he lost a friend, too.
2007-03-22 08:38:54 · answer #1 · answered by Shepherd 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if your two dogs were left alone most of the day , the one left will be a bit lonely because it always had a companion .
Make sure you spend time with it when you can , and that it has some toys to play with when you are not there.
Another dog might be a good idea , I would look at the animal shelter for a dog of about the same age. Make sure the two get along ok though.
2007-03-22 10:32:32 · answer #2 · answered by mark 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am going through the same thing right now. My one dog passed away 2 days ago and we have a lab who is desperately searching the house for her companion. I have also experienced this with past dogs as well. They seem to move on after a while, but I think they do feel a loss just as we do. It takes time to get over. I think it also probably depends on the age of the dog that is still alive. Just give your dog plenty of love and attention. I wish you luck and am truly sorry for your loss.
2007-03-22 09:55:08 · answer #3 · answered by thedjgirl1 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The surviving dog will be down and out for a while. As long as you give her the lovins she needs, she should be O.K.
When you're ready...maybe you could find your dog a new playmate.
There are shelters you can go to with your current dog to see how they'll react together. Of course you'd want to go to find a few dogs that you're interested in and can spend some time with before you start introductions with your dog.
Just take special care of her. It does affect a dog to lose a long time companion. Time to spoil her so rottenly that she'll stink in other words! lol
2007-03-22 08:45:51 · answer #4 · answered by dragonlady 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know from experience, your dog is going to feel really lonely. I had to get another dog to keep my other dog company to lessen the pain but my dog, I could tell was still looking for the other dog for quite a while because she would not let my new dog touch anything my old dog utilized. It will take time but the new dog and your dog will get along fine. I am very sorry for your loss and I send my condolences.
2007-03-22 08:41:41 · answer #5 · answered by sam 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My older dog died at home, so we allowed all of the other animals to say good bye. Our other dog mourned her and was lonely until we brought home a new puppy. She was happy with the company for about 1 month, now I think she wishes he'd just go away. Big sister - younger brother blues, I guess.
2007-03-22 10:20:53 · answer #6 · answered by nokhada5 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sorry to hear of your loss, just as you are feeling sad so will your other dog be. Take her out to new places and let her play with different dogs.One of my dogs lasted many years after her sister died, just try to give each other the help you both need if you do she will do the same They're smart these dogs you know
2007-03-22 08:44:41 · answer #7 · answered by doglover 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He/she may feel lonely and depressed fora little while. But the surviving dog will be fine, try to spend as much time with him/her as possible. Maybe when you think you are ready you can get another playmate.
I know how it feels and I am sorry for your loss.
2007-03-22 08:44:31 · answer #8 · answered by mars1021 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
he'll do fine. He has an even more important and special companion- You.
sorry about your other dog =(
2007-03-22 08:39:49 · answer #9 · answered by Jordi* 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
alot of dogs die from lonelness you need 2 find him a buddy!!
2007-03-22 08:39:24 · answer #10 · answered by misses 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋