My Beautiful Dog

[Angry Cat]

I had to have my beautiful Rottweiller lady dog put to sleep today.
And am devastated...

She was almost 10 years old, such a lovely kind and faithful friend.

Poor girl, she had suffered from arthritus for a couple of years but eventually her back legs gave out.

God only knows, how I will manage to get along without her; she was my best pal in the world.

I still have my ancient shar pei, though; a sweet little chap.

Apologies for the sob post.

[volvodriver]

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Its no consolation, but I'm sure you gave her the best of life, and a dignified, loving pain free end.

No pet can ask more of their owner than that.

Please try and celebrate her life, and look forward, not backwards.

Vdr

[Angry Cat]

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Its no consolation, but I'm sure you gave her the best of life, and a dignified, loving pain free end.

No pet can ask more of their owner than that.

Please try and celebrate her life, and look forward, not backwards.

Vdr

Thank you Volvodriver!

Yes, she had a wonderful and happy life;
a lovely garden to run around in and;
always someone at home.

She went to heaven in our sitting room which overlooks the garden.

Why on earth are dog's lives so short, it's awful?

I do celebrate her life and thank God that she came into mine.
So many happy days!

[enaid]

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As an animal lover myself I know how your feeling, having lost quite a few of my 'best pals' over the years. It is always the last 'best pal' too as I have always felt they can never be replaced, but somehow its never the last, as one always seems to find its way to us and into our hearts.
I hope you do too someday although I know you will be feeling you can't go through this again. You just have to remember you gave her the best home you could and remember what she gave in return, even for such a short time it is all worth it.
Enaid xx

[Angry Cat]

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http://www.petloss.com/rainbowbridge.htm


Rainbow Bridge


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....

[WendyB]

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A vet gave me The Rainbow Bridge many years ago when my beloved Blue Point Siamese, Tango, died. I've never forgotten it.

[cymruambyth]

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Sorry to hear about your loss. I had a Rottie bitch when my children were young, she was the best and gentlest babysitter we ever had. They are such loyal and loving dogs. You can never replace her but will hopefully gain a new friend.
When our Rottie was put to sleep both my OH and I were in tears, only to be joined by the vet.

[Sapphire]

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Awwwwww big (((((Hugs))))) to you xxx

[scottishlass]

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((((((((((((((((((((((hugs))))))))))))))))))))))

Know how you are feeling lost my cuddly big St Bernard at the end of January she was only 6 think about her every day.

SL xxx

[Caspar]

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I feel so sorry for you AC! You may not believe this, but as I sit here reading your post and the responses I've tears rolling down my cheeks. I'm very aware of my beloved Caspar getting older and finding things harder and I honestly cannot imagine coping with life without him.

So sorry for your loss and may your rottie RIP!

[Angry Cat]

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Thank you ALL for your kind thoughts!

I will try and post up some pictures of my beautiful girl, when I can.

For the moment, all I can see is an empty basket...

[pompeyfaith]

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So sorry AC, he is gone but only in skin and bone his images will remain with you forever and those pictures will no be oh so more important.

It is a thank you from me AC that this animal has had a good life with you as there are so many out there that are not so lucky.

Take you time to grieve and remember those good times and then pick your self up and do what he would want you to do and get another as it will be one less that is mistreated.

I look forward to seeing the pictures.

Regards

[dogtired]

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Ac you miss her but memories never die.
Still miss one "faithful Friend" after 15 years.
Jess the dog in my profile is about ten so unsure as too how "long" she has.
Our other is nearly twelve and I fear we may have to make THAT decision soon rather than later
xx
DT

[Angry Cat]

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Poppy as a puppy:


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Poppy, a christmas pose:


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The last few days of her life:


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She will remain in my heart, forever!

[Shepherdess]

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Aww what a beautiful girl.
So sorry AC...I was in the same place on 1st March, with my German Shepherd Heiko, he was ten and I just got up one morning to find his back end had gone. The decision had to be made, and it was horrendously painful.
After the initial shock I found it helped to concentrate on my other shepherd, who was clearly grieving and depressed. I went on a spending spree buying him new toys and stuff he didn't really need. All he needed (and got!) was extra love and attention.
I hope the pain eases soon AC, till you can think of Poppy without tears and smile at the lovely times.

Hugs,
Shepherdess x