we had to put my dog down. She was 13 yr. old and we buried her in the backyard. I miss her. What should i do?
2007-03-27 13:42:41 · 10 answers · asked by nat b 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
You have my sincere sympathies, It is very hard losing an animal that has been part of your life for several years, you suffer not only from the loss but a disruption of your daily routine, harder is when firends and family expect you to just get over it it was just a dog, to you it is much more it was a close friend and companion, who you shared good time and bad with, and in their eyes you did no wrong and were the adored one, when life gets rocky you come always depend on your dog for comfort, they very intuned to your emotions, in some ways they are like the perfect spouse. So grieving their loss is very normal and only time helps to dull the pain, and you are able to smile and laugh at the good memories
People deal with the losses differently, there is no one right way. Some feel that it is too painful get another dog to become attached to outlive it and be forced to bury another, or feel that getting another would be a betrayal to the dog they lossed so those never get another pet and find hobbies instead to help keep their minds from constantly dwelling on their loss.
For others they want to honor their pets memory by helping other dogs, so if not ready to get one yet themselves may foster dogs for a rescue or volunteer to help at a shelter, other will adopt or purchase another pet, understanding it is not a replacement but giving the gift of love to another.
My last dog I lost 3 years ago, I still get teary eyed thinking about her at times, no where near as bad as the first year but can talk about her and reminiencing and laugh at some of her silly antics, since loosing her I have added 2 more dogs to the household, to me a home would not be complete without
2007-03-27 15:26:18 · answer #1 · answered by OntarioGreys 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I suffered from the same loss 4 years ago when I was 9. I was so sad 4 so long. You will never COMPLETELY get over the fact that ur pet has died. Give yourself some time to grieve, and try to remember all the happy times you had with ur dog. Remember that they are in a better place, and that she was put down to end her suffering. If she was still suffering, her life would have been miserable. It's hard to let go, but putting them down is the most humane choice. Over time, you will accept the fact, but still miss Fido, and soon enough you will be ready for a new pet. After my dog died, I grieved, and soon got a cat. I'm not as lonely and sad any more, but I still miss my doggy. I am so sorry. May ur dog RIP! Good luck overcoming such sadness, I am crying w/ you.
2007-03-27 20:50:06 · answer #2 · answered by charlietheunicorn12 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had one of mine put down almost 15 years ago. I miss her more every day. But I got another dog much later. You will know when that day will be. Let your self grieve as long as you feel good about. Don't look for help with people who have never had a pet they say things like it's just a dog. No they are little souls who look to us for every thing. You look to them for every thing. Take all the time you need but just when you think you will never need another dog one will come to you. Mine has the name of Cozmo. He is three and he is nuts. Every thing I need (Comic relief). And don't try to look for a dog like the one you had because they can never replace the one you had.
All my love and I am sorry for your loss. It will get better but you will not get over it.
2007-03-27 20:55:48 · answer #3 · answered by alrac042 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Remember the good times and make sure to put a cross or something on her grave with some flowers and her name, so you can go out there and tell her how much you love and miss her. Time is the only healer in this situation, It is very very hard, but in time you will begin to feel better. I cant tell you how long, every one is different. I am sure she had a wonderful life because you loved her, she lived a long life. I am sure she is looking down on you and she loves you so much.
2007-03-27 20:53:25 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
it depends. Personally I would have to get another one right away to fill the gap. Some people say they will never get another dog because they would just keep comparing it to the first one. If you are sad talk to people on the internet at a pet loss website that will make you feel better.
2007-03-27 20:49:44 · answer #5 · answered by Velvet 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my dog was 14 and we put her to sleep & also buried her in our back yard, You can't really doing anything, but over time the sorrow feeling will ease up. Hope you feel better.
2007-03-27 20:51:08 · answer #6 · answered by zeiengirl23 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My suggestion would be to take time to grieve your companion of 13 years. After a time, that only you can determine, you should begin looking for another companion. Do not try to replace her (you can't). but you can ease the pain of loosing her by focusing on another companion.
2007-03-27 20:51:29 · answer #7 · answered by fishinpapa2000 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My condolences. After we lost our dog, we started fostering dogs for our local animal shelter. That way, we knew fewer animals were being put down needlessly. God Bless.
2007-03-27 20:51:47 · answer #8 · answered by Annie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
just get a new dog that looks like her and but your other dogs name.
2007-03-27 21:39:38 · answer #9 · answered by HEY!!!:) 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Poor you. I have always tried to get over my pets by forgetting, but it is a lame idea. Always cherish your memories of her and pray for her.
2007-03-27 20:47:29 · answer #10 · answered by summergirl 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋