My dog died...?

Question

I lost my 11 month old Lily yesterday. She was hit by a truck while I was at school. I miss her and the pain is unbearable. I want the companionship of a new dog, but my parents aren't ready and don't think they ever will be. How long should I wait before I get a new dog? I want to pay my respects to Lily. And how do I convince my parents?

Answer 1

You should wait until you are done grieving over your old dog. If you bring a puppy into an unhappy household, your puppy will pick up on that. Since puppies are still developing this can cause some personality issues to develop . Even an adult dog will find it hard to adjust to a new home if someone or everyone is grieving over the old dog.

Answer 2

Oh, I'm so sorry about Lily! How horrible! Maybe you should wait a little while longer, you know until your not as sad. If its really your parents who aren't ready, remind of all the good times you had with her. If you have any pictures of her perhaps you could make a collage to show your parents all the good times you had with her. I think you should wait at least 2 months though. As for paying your respects, you and your parents could have a mini memorial service, you could all say something nice about her and honor a place in your home/yard for her. Just some suggestions.
Once again, sorry about your loss and I hope that you will find a new puppy who will bring you the companionship Lily gave you.

Answer 3

You convince them that she was a great dog, and she had a good, although short life. Tell them that you want to get a dog, because, although it won't heal the hole in your heart that Lily left when she died, you want another dog to help you kinda patch it up. It's like a scar... you can never completely get rid of it, but you can always patch it up. I'm very sorry for your loss. But just tell them your reason for wanting a new dog, and they may, or may not take that reason to heart. I know you want a new dog, but it's not all about you, your parents have a choice in it, too. And if they don't feel ready to get a dog right now, you just have to respect that, and that is the best way to get them to respect your decision, and give it a chance.

Answer 4

What sad news, i'm sorry for your loss. Your parents are hurting just like you. Adults usually take longer to get over a loss comapred to a kid. Give your mum and dad time. Wait a few weeks and then maybe drop little hints to them about dogs. No-one can tell you when it's the right time to get a new dog, only you and your family can make that decision. You won't be replacing lilly or filling the hole she left. Every dog is different and have different charateristics. Lily would probably understand and be happy you had a new friend. Your mum and dad well that will just take time, just don't pressure them too much right now

Answer 5

I'm sorry for ur loss, but maby u should waite until u are over ur grief, and maby until u get a place where ur dog won't get in the road. i don't know what breed ur lily was but i have sight hounds,and they are never allowed out side the fenced yard with out being on a leash, they like any other dog do not understand that all of the earth is not there's to wander in and that roads have cars that can hurt or kill them.please goto canine good citizen.com and read up about dog manners.

Answer 6

dont rush into things. u and ur parents need time to adjust. right now may not be a good time. when i lost my cat i got a new one the same day. i was depressed and couldnt give him the love he deserved so now he is not as social as i would have hoped. just wait a little while. it is painful. i know. i answered ur question yesterday. just take time. a new animal doesnt always make u feel better. no one can replace ur beloved lily. just give it some time. try again in a month or two

Answer 7

When you are ready, you'll know. And a new dog won't be replacing Lily--it will be another friend you can have to ease the pain. Tell your parents frankly that you want another dog who'll be as much company to you as Lily was. And don't be too upset with them if they don't want you to just yet--they were probably attached to her too, and it may still be hard for them to think of a new dog.

Answer 8

I"m so sorry about your dog. One day is not enough time for dealing with this. Could you be thinking that if you had a new dog this pain would go away? Give it some time. I know it hurts really bad. I've had a few dogs that have gone to doggie heaven.
Here is a poem that might help you.


All Good Dogs Go To Heaven


A wise man once said,
"All good dogs go to Heaven."
There they stop and pause to
Wait at Rainbow Bridge
For their masters and loved ones
To come trotting along...
Others it seems brought a bit
Of Heaven to Earth
With their paws, fur and bark.
Given "God" is "Dog" spelled backwards,
Who are we mortals to say
What is of God or not?
Yet there is that special place
In the heart we keep most dear
Every dog that's come and gone
That's graced our lives with love and joy.
Here is just a clip of it
Which belongs to none and all alike
Where you may freely share
What tears of joy or giref
What happiness of and memories
You keep for that dearly departed canine
Gone to Doggie Heaven.

Answer 9

Your poor thing, I am SO sorry about your pup. I know how you feel. Time will only heal.
It is too soon to get another pup and when you do feel it is time to get a new companion, ADOPT. Your parents will be VERY proud of you to make that decision.
You will feel so much BETTER about saving a homeless animal. All of our dogs have been rescued, and they are the best!!
There are so many to choose from and they will love you forever.
Remember to vaccinate, and get a tag with their name on it.
Keep it on a leash, or in a well secured fenced area.
To pay your respects and to always remember your Lily, go to EBay and type in the search area, Rainbow Bridge poem. Read it. You can order one and have her name on it.
We did, and have it framed.

Answer 10

All dogs go to Heaven, glad you see that and want to heal the rift in your heart left by Lily's loss. When it is time Lily will send you and maybe even your parents a sign, a dream most likely, to guide you to your next furry friend. Got a pretty tortiose shell kittie named Cappuchino via my little buddy Oogie this way.