My old dog has been put to sleep today at 10 he had heart disease which he had lived with for over a year. i feel really bad has anyone else been through this?
2007-04-23 06:56:15 · 11 answers · asked by BABY BELL 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
May I go now
Don't you think the time is right?
May I say good-bye to pain-filled days
and endless lonely nights?
I've lived my life and done my best,
an example tried to be,
So can I take that step beyond
and set my spirit free?
I didn't want to go at first.
I fought with all my might!
But something seems to draw me now
to a warm and loving light.
I want to go! I really do!
It's difficult to stay.
But I will try as best I can
to live just one more day .
To give you time to care for me
and share your love and fears.
I know you're sad and are afraid
because I see your tears.
I'll not be far, I promise that,
and hope you'll always know
that my spirit will be close to you
wherever you may go.
Thank you so for loving me.
You know I loved you too.
That's why it's hard to say good-bye
and end this life with you.
So hold me now, just one more time,
and let me hear you say,
because you care so much for me,
you'll let me go today.
Copyright © Susan A. Jackson
Written for a beloved pet and friend.
2007-04-23 07:02:51 · answer #1 · answered by Chetco 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I am so sorry for your loss - I have been through the loss of a pet a few times and it doesn't get any easier.
You're doing a great thing already - talking to others who have been through it. I felt like my heart broke when any of my dogs died - I had a dog for 10 years who had to be put to sleep before her time because of a disease. Let yourself grieve. Do something that seems fitting for a memorial. Some people get their pets cremated. Whatever feels right.
If you want, and when the time is right, get another dog. The dog my family got after we put our dog to sleep had been ready to be adopted from the shelter from the day the first dog had died. She was waiting for us.
2007-04-23 07:08:05 · answer #2 · answered by a gal and her dog 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My dog was put to slepp at 13 when she couldn't breath properly. I felt guilty for some reason, as if I never appreciated her enough, but I did. Of course everyone feels awful when a dog dies, they're your family and part of you.
You may feel stupid crying and try to put it behind you, but don't, crying helps you remember, even if it feels awful. Look at pictures of your dog. I found that this helped me to remember what a great life we'd given her and how special she was.
Remember that everything has to end, I'm sure you've been through it all before, but it has to happen. At an old age you don't want a dog to suffer. With a heart disease at his age it couldn't have gotten better.
Don't feel bad, be happy that you gave him the best life you could. I felt mean getting another dog after Jessie was put down but the house felt empty and I felt lost when I was upset, because I always had Jessie's fur to cry on. I found I couldn't live without a dog and we got a pup three months later. Although it feels unrespectful to replace them, I knew I wasn't really replacing Jessie. She was her own special dog. If your house feels empty but you feel bad to get another dog, don't worry because a new pup can help you to remember and appreciate your old one.
I hope you feel better and that this has helped slightly! I've been through it all and even now, two years later, I sometimes have a cry about it. It's perfectly normal to feel completely down and really guilty, but you'll be okay. I know how you fell.
2007-04-23 07:09:08 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
First understand that putting a canines to sleep whilst they are in soreness or suffering is an act of mercy. Animals don't have souls; they only stay life and die. there is not any heaven or hell for them; no ethical effects they face after dying. putting the canines to sleep is a merciful and deserved reflief from suffering. As for a thank you to administration, grieve for the lost puppy. Cry, yet understand that the canines is extra appropriate off. Time will heal your broken coronary heart. do no longer rush into getting a alternative puppy quickly. no longer something will replace a enjoyed puppy, yet sometime you would be waiting to make a clean pal.
2016-10-03 11:03:01 · answer #4 · answered by gazdecki 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is a hard thing to do. I have had to do it many times and it is painful. Try to remember all the good memories of your dog and know that you did the responsible thing as a dog owner and had him humanely put to sleep.
When my last dog died someone referred me to:
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Sorry about your loss. It does get better but takes a while. Allow your self to grieve. When the time is right maybe you can consider giving another furry friend a chance to be in your household.
2007-04-23 07:06:56 · answer #5 · answered by Linda 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes I have lost two dogs I was brocken hearted . I still talk about them and i have photo's of them around the house. That was about 8 years ago and I still miss them so much!! but within 6 months I bought a different breed and we love her to bits. It helped me to get over the pain of losing my other dogs . Hopefully you can do the same it really will help you and I hope you don't hurt too much. Take Care.
2007-04-23 07:34:06 · answer #6 · answered by bubbles1 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I have had several dogs and all of them I have to put down. I have one now that is a lab retriever mix that has been my huinting partner for 14 year. Long time for a lab and I expect her to go sometime this year. I will missher, but I take sloice in knowing that we have had great times together and that she has lead a great life, and with her passing she won't hurt anymore from the ailments of being old!
2007-04-23 07:06:14 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I have definetly been through this. It is very hard, it has been over a year since we lost our dog and have since gotten a new one, but it is still very hard. We can still cry about losing him. Dogs do become part of the family and you feel a deep emotional attachment to them. The pain will get easier as time goes on, but you will always feel something for your dog you lost. It is inveitable that you do. I hope you get through this time well, and I feel for you and your family.
2007-04-23 07:03:35 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The last time I had to put a dog to sleep, I cried for hours. I couldn't eat for days.
At the time we had two dogs, the other dog helped me adjust.
2007-04-23 07:02:49 · answer #9 · answered by Like being a DINK 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Of course.
We love our pets as part of our family. One must grieve just like it was any other family member. After a few months start looking for a new dog to shower your love on.
2007-04-23 06:59:47 · answer #10 · answered by ♥♥The Queen Has Spoken♥♥ 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋