My dog just died how do i feel better?

Question

Last week we had to put my dog to sleep because he was slowly dieing already. Now i feel really sad how do i feel better??

Answer 1

Look through pictures of him and remember all the good times you have had. Talk about him, and cry if you feel like it. Grieving for a pet is just like losing a close friend - most people love their pets so grieving is normal. Sorry for your loss.

Answer 2

Are you asking if the animals being temperament tested are also worthy of the chance to enjoy a healthy life due to the extra time and energy involved? If 500 animals were on temporary hold-they may have been held as states evidence.Also a costly process. All sorts of people are drawn to specific aspects of rescue.For some it may be shelter animals,mill dogs,fighting dogs etc. We focused on wolves and wolf dogs for a good 14 yrs.The Ligertown case made national news.All were housed in an old defunct zoo while the case went on.They rescued lion tiger crosses & also found 70+ wolves.Neither species was deemed safe for public ownership.Cats went to Wildlife Way station in Angeles National Park and the dogs came to Az.We accepted one of the most prolific breeders(ceyote/wolf & cubs)If I only weighed in on how many adoptable domestic pets that could have come through our gates vs. offering sanctuary to a less than traditional rescue effort-it would surely make a difference to each individual life saved. The same argument could be made for mill dogs with plenty of issues-yet many people are willing to step forward and participate.They are not for everyone. The way I look at it is "life is life is life"-they all hold value. The same would hold true for fighting animals in my opinion.I also do not happen to be partial to the breed. It's difficult to reduce rescue down to a numbers game.We can never save them all anyway.

Answer 3

Oh, sweetie, I'm so sorry for the sorrow you must be feeling. It's something ever pet guardian goes through, you know, so you are not alone.

I can only say that the pain will recede eventually. Maybe you could make a donation in memory of your dog to the local humane society or shelter or any charity you like.

But don't adopt another dog until you're sure you're ready and you won't be thinking constantly of the one you had to let go.

Answer 4

Let me start off by saying that I feel extremely bad for you and our hearts go out to you... may your little one find its way to the rainbow bridge...

The first few weeks that a pet passes away are def the hardest...it will eventually get easier but you'll never be able to fully get over the loss... with me it was easier because I got another pet and it helped relieve some of that pain. I also invited a lot of people over and they shared stories of my pet...which helped me remember all the good times. maybe you could put up a memory table in your house to remind you of the sweet times with your baby.

Also, it is one of the most selfless things we can do to put something we love out of its hurt and suffering by making that choice. As hard as it is I am sure you know that this was the right decision for your pet.

My heart and prayers are with you and I hope you feel better soon.

Answer 5

My dog had to be put down because she was slowly dieing also, it was about 9 months ago, you can always get a new dog to help you feel not so lonley, also making a scrapbook.

Answer 6

I had to put the dog I had since I was a baby to sleep a couple years back (I'm 17). It was probably the hardest thing I'd ever gone through.
For me, I tried not to dwell on it (even though I failed horribly). For a couple weeks, I didn't even want people to mention her around me, but it really helped to talk. I'd talk to my friends and my parents. We'd sit down and just tell tons of "Remember when she-" stories. It made me so happy to think of all the good memories with her.
And having good cries got me through a lot. I still have her collar and tags on my shelf with some of her fur still on it. When I miss her, I just sit down on my bed with it, talking to her.
I also got a puppy about half a year after we put her down. We got a retreiver, like my old dog, but we got a lab instead (she was a golden). He's so different than my old dog, but he's helped me through so much.

I'm not sure how attached you were to your dog, but if you were as attached to your dog as I was to mine, this poem helps me so much.

http://www.petloss.com/poems/maingrp/rainbowb.htm

Answer 7

i'm very sorry for your loss.
it's not easy to let go when you have to say goodbye to such a dear friend.
i hope you can find some peace in knowing you did what was right by your dog so he wouldn't suffer.
give yourself time to grieve. it's okay to cry.
the first few weeks the grief will wash over you in waves, then as time passes, the waves come less frequently. there will be days/times where you will feel it just as fresh as you do now & that's okay because you loved him & he loved you.

Answer 8

I wouldn't get a new dog right away...give yourself time to heal and to appreciate your time with your dog. Grieving is a good thing. Doing a photo album is a good idea.And a keepsake from his colar would be nice...
Just do'nt take another dog and think about your old one...you have to be able to give your new puppy your full love and attention:)
Good luck and I'm really sorry for your furry friend...

Answer 9

It is just going to take you time to feel better. I would gather to gather pic and put them in book to remember him by. Give yourself some time to accept that he is gone. Nothing is going to magical make you feel good again, just try to concentrate on the good times you had with him. I am sorry about your dog.

Answer 10

I'm very sorry for your loss!!! Just know that every day it will get better.
There are many pet support hotlines staffed by veterinary students.
The one I reccomend is out of Tufts University
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Good Luck
Tanya