So sorry to hear it jojo. I know that they do become part of the family and there is a bond there that hurts like hell when it gets ripped.
RIP Gipsy
RIP Gipsy
Gypsy after her op!
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Thanks to you all for your messages. I must say we are pretty gutted, my wife particularly, feeling we had murdered the poor creature, she may have lived longer etc. No doubt, feelings we all get when we do this. We buried her in the garden and are going to plan a Buddlea where she is. Thanks again..:You_Rock_
So sad Jojo.
Tell your wife not to even think that you released her too soon.In my experience the dog lets you know when it is time.
The pain will lessen through time.
Tell your wife not to even think that you released her too soon.In my experience the dog lets you know when it is time.
The pain will lessen through time.
Hi Jojo,
sorry to hear the news mate.
When I am typing this I am looking at my dog and I understand this must be a very sad time for you and your family.
I think the dog is in a better place now, chasing rabbits all day.
Jan
sorry to hear the news mate.
When I am typing this I am looking at my dog and I understand this must be a very sad time for you and your family.
I think the dog is in a better place now, chasing rabbits all day.
Jan
Hi Jojo,
i'm so sorry for your loss and i know that nothing anyone can say can help you feel any better but i found this to be a good catalyst when i experienced something similar
http://www.petloss.com/poems/maingrp/rainbowb.htm
I will not say anymore than i am so very sorry and that i hope the above link helps. It is a poem that i can no longer read..................................
i'm so sorry for your loss and i know that nothing anyone can say can help you feel any better but i found this to be a good catalyst when i experienced something similar
http://www.petloss.com/poems/maingrp/rainbowb.htm
I will not say anymore than i am so very sorry and that i hope the above link helps. It is a poem that i can no longer read..................................
S-orry to hear that news jojo. It was so obvious that you cared for that dog, and you must be feeling the loss.
Sorr y to hear that mate, its so sad loosing a pet, like loosing part of you.
My thoughts are with you.
My thoughts are with you.
You have my deepest sympathy Jojo,
I havent had a dog for 10 years now for this very reason, It's hard to lose a friend but it seems you had a happy dog who had a great life.
My thoughts are with you.
Kev
I havent had a dog for 10 years now for this very reason, It's hard to lose a friend but it seems you had a happy dog who had a great life.
My thoughts are with you.
Kev
You have my deepest sympathies Jojo
Just remember all the good times you would have missed without her
Pothunter
Just remember all the good times you would have missed without her
Pothunter
I'd like to say thank you to all of you. I really appreciate all your comments. With all the years of having kids and the inevitable collections of pets, I have become very tired of having to bury pet after pet, from hamsters to rabbits, ferrets and cats. Gipsy dying felt a bit of a last straw really. Thanks again.:You_Rock_
Id like to add my thoughts to this thread. Its so sad when this happens. I think the other posts have kind of summed it up, but just to add that I am thinking of you.
I read this thread a day or two ago, but havent replied yet. Sadly, my own dog Rosie had to be put to sleep this afternoon. She was almost 15. She has been having a lot of problems with her legs and over the last couple of days she has been getting worse. Today we took her to the vets and had to make to difficult decision that enough was enough.
Its really difficult dealing with this when they have become part of the family. My thoughts are with you.
EDIT: Not sure how to post pics yet, but here is a picture of Rosie this morning.
http://img485.imageshack.us/img485/3820/image000qq4.jpg
I read this thread a day or two ago, but havent replied yet. Sadly, my own dog Rosie had to be put to sleep this afternoon. She was almost 15. She has been having a lot of problems with her legs and over the last couple of days she has been getting worse. Today we took her to the vets and had to make to difficult decision that enough was enough.
Its really difficult dealing with this when they have become part of the family. My thoughts are with you.
EDIT: Not sure how to post pics yet, but here is a picture of Rosie this morning.
http://img485.imageshack.us/img485/3820/image000qq4.jpg
Hi Brian. My thought are with you. Rosie looks like she was a very gentle dog, just like Gypsie was. All we can do now is remember the good times. Was surprised coming back home, we had a card sent from our vets. Quite a nice touch even if it is a "corporate" gesture.:sadwavey:
Pity we haven't go a doggy smiley, watering a lamp post
Pity we haven't go a doggy smiley, watering a lamp post
Lol at the smiley ideaHi Brian. My thought are with you. Rosie looks like she was a very gentle dog, just like Gypsie was. All we can do now is remember the good times. Was surprised coming back home, we had a card sent from our vets. Quite a nice touch even if it is a "corporate" gesture.:sadwavey:
Pity we haven't go a doggy smiley, watering a lamp post
She was a gentle dog, youre right there. Mind you, she was used to having kids clamber all over her. I was a single dad of 3 for 12 years and had her all during this time. She loved the kids (not kids now!) but the feeling was totally mutual
Gypsy looked like she wanted feeding, watering and stroking, and very little else. Much the same as Rosie
Gypsie liked one extra: RATS! she could spend absolutaly ages watching them.. and eventually make a dash and kill them. She was very good at it.
12 years as a single dad
. I think you deserve a medal:notworthy
12 years as a single dad
. I think you deserve a medal:notworthyNope. I deserve a straightjacketGypsie liked one extra: RATS! she could spend absolutaly ages watching them.. and eventually make a dash and kill them. She was very good at it.
12 years as a single dad
Somehow I've missed this thread, and offer my condolences to both of your losses. It is such a shame to hear about Gipsie going to the big gig in the sky, especially after all of the effort you put in to getting her op sorted to get her put right and hopefully be able to spend some more time with her. It was obvious she was loved.
The only consoltion is that she went knowing that she'd had a good life, with a caring family that didn't want to see her suffer any more than was necessary. I believe it was a tough decision to make, but it was made with good intentions and respect for a good friend. No dog could ask for anything more than that, so many have a crap life, so knowing you gave yor dog a good life should be foremost in your mind, and you should be proud of that fact.
Also sad to hear of Rosie going up there aswell (All dogs go to heaven!), but at least they could keep each other company on the way up. It is sad to lose a dear friend, and dogs seem to be the best. They don't stab you in the back or nick your bird, and they are always glad to see you. I find they are lacking in the "Getting the round in" department, but I suppose they aren't perfect!
I hope you both come to terms with the passing of your friends quickly, but never forget the good times.
The only consoltion is that she went knowing that she'd had a good life, with a caring family that didn't want to see her suffer any more than was necessary. I believe it was a tough decision to make, but it was made with good intentions and respect for a good friend. No dog could ask for anything more than that, so many have a crap life, so knowing you gave yor dog a good life should be foremost in your mind, and you should be proud of that fact.
Also sad to hear of Rosie going up there aswell (All dogs go to heaven!), but at least they could keep each other company on the way up. It is sad to lose a dear friend, and dogs seem to be the best. They don't stab you in the back or nick your bird, and they are always glad to see you. I find they are lacking in the "Getting the round in" department, but I suppose they aren't perfect!
I hope you both come to terms with the passing of your friends quickly, but never forget the good times.
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