Time to let go.
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You did the right thing at the right time RD, and it's not easy.
We are all softies with our dogs, and all the more human for it.
All the best.
We are all softies with our dogs, and all the more human for it.
All the best.
XYZ
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It's a sad situation and I feel for your loss. I had my 10 year old Springer Holly put to sleep last week.
For reasons I won't go into here I had to make a decision that was seven years in the making and I feel absolutely awful for doing it and like I let her down. Everyone has said I did the right thing and it was the best for all but I can't escape that nagging feeling that perhaps I should've done something different, maybe looked things differently and she would still be with me but I can't change it now and will live with that forever.
Being upset is normal for anyone who loves and appreciates their friends and companions. There is no shame in admitting crying over the loss of a loved one. I couldn't stop as I buried her last Sunday. I just hope she forgives me and is in a happier place now.
Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....
For reasons I won't go into here I had to make a decision that was seven years in the making and I feel absolutely awful for doing it and like I let her down. Everyone has said I did the right thing and it was the best for all but I can't escape that nagging feeling that perhaps I should've done something different, maybe looked things differently and she would still be with me but I can't change it now and will live with that forever.
Being upset is normal for anyone who loves and appreciates their friends and companions. There is no shame in admitting crying over the loss of a loved one. I couldn't stop as I buried her last Sunday. I just hope she forgives me and is in a happier place now.
Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....
Radar_UK
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I feel for you my friend, a few weeks back I had to have my GWP Jake put to sleep as his cancer really had got too much for him and I knew it was time when he just didn't want to even go out for a walk anymore and was clearly suffering.
I cried like a baby when I held him in his last moments and I don't mind saying that - he was my best friend and was like my shadow but I know I did the right thing for him. When I take the others out for a walk we always have a quiet moment by 'Jake's Tree' and think of him.
I cried like a baby when I held him in his last moments and I don't mind saying that - he was my best friend and was like my shadow but I know I did the right thing for him. When I take the others out for a walk we always have a quiet moment by 'Jake's Tree' and think of him.
chin up lads i know we get soft when it comes to our dogs but decisions are usually made for the right reasons but my slant on it would be that he s holding down a place where a perfectly good dog could be holding. if you need a working dog it must be up to the job you have to let go.
Hi Adrian
It is the first time I have seen this and I am blubbing like a girl we have lost two of ours this year my black lab Hattie at 13.5 and a Jack russel Scrabble we now have another Jack Russel at 13 weeks and the cycle goes on here is the new one
Geordie
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XYZ
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It does have that affect...........
Sorry to hear of your losses. The Rainbow Bridge is quite good for any children who are finding it hard to deal with the loss of an animal. It gives them a different focus away from grief and offers some comfort the deceased animal is ok now.
A very well considered and aptly put euology for ANGUS, No we are not soft, or idiots for the way feel for our dogs, (and often best stakling pal) I suspect we have all, at some stage of our shooting career had to undergo this terrible journey, but I believe it makes us better individuals, and ever the more respectful of our nominated quarry
Red-dot I feel for you. My 21st birthday present from my parents was a one year old yellow labrador bitch. She was a showdog that didn't make the grade but worked as well as any dogs I have had out of working strains and better than some! We had 12 wonderful years together before I was faced with the decision you had to make. I have walked down that path several times since and it just doesn't get any easier but always remember the final act you do for your faithful friend is probably the kindest act you have ever done for them.
Red Dot I know how you feel. Had to have my oldest Lab Bramble put down yesterday. He was the best dog I've ever had - I'm gutted. Bramble is the black lab in the forground. I took this picture about 4 weeks ago. Even the other 3 are subdued.
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