I just said goodbye to my Husky due to cancer, and basically, I just need somebody to console me and maybe give me some words of guidance. I know this is not the place for it, but I am truly going through a difficult time. Thank you in advance.
I hate cancer so much. I've had a lot of pets, so I've also experienced many deaths, some from cancer. It never gets any easier with the next pet, if you get one. BUT, those years of fun times with your dog make it all worth it. I read somewhere that a dog will give you some of the best days of your life, and one of the worst ones. It's true. Know that you're not alone in this heartache, though your experience is your own and unique, just as your dog was. You can write about it, draw or paint pictures, talk to a supportive person, or anything that gets the feelings out. It will take a while to feel better, and there is no right or wrong amount of time before you heal. But you WILL heal, even though it might not seem so now. You won't forget though. Just don't forget to take care of yourself during this time, as stress takes a toll on the body.
I know that this is hard, and trust me, I've had to go through a lot of animal death in the past. I lost my very first dog (a golden retriever) after the first week of 6th grade. He was only two years older than me at the time, and I cried for twenty minutes.
However, though I still miss him all these years later, and he was truly the best dog my family has ever had, I know that he is probably living a very good life as a different dog. Maybe he's a person in this new life, or possibly a fish, maybe he's even one of the kids I took care of at an art camp. Honestly, just thinking that he is either in a better place or reincarnated into a good life with wonderful people that love him so, that makes me feel better about it. I know that, maybe someday, he'll be able to find someone that might love him much more than I ever could.
Time heals almost all wounds. Soon, you won't feel so sad about this, and you'll be able to move on and be happy again. But, you'll always remember the good times you had with your best friend.
Loss of a pet really hurts. I lost my boy, Sammy, a month ago to bowel cancer, and my other dog is deeply depressed, too. Sometimes you need to talk it out with someone, or just hug someone. I've heard you can get a picture of your pet, and get a toy made to look like them, then you could put the collar on it. I know it wouldn't be the same, but anything can help. Just remember that when he passed away, you made him happy. He had no more pain, and he only remembered the good times. That's what I think you need to do. Remember even the simple things, like his little snore, or his favourite toy. The way he looked at you, or how he became so quiet, sitting on your lap when you watched tv, or read a book. He would want you to be happy.
Whether you believe it or not, just think he is sitting up in heaven, watching over you with his big eyes, and he is at his happiest when you are. He wants you to enjoy life.
Sorry for the loss of your pet. I completely understand that it can be very difficult to go through this pain. They were your family and you loved them very much. Try to recall the good times you had with them and they would want you to remember them fondly and not be so sad, which I know is impossible when you lose a pet.
Here is something I hope will help lessen the pain of the loss:
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.
This is my friend Dolce , he is a tea cup Yorkshire. I have been thinking a lot lately about the way I would feel if I lost him,and all I can say is love them and treat them like you would like to be treated now,cause that way once they pass you can feel good about the fact that your pet will always remember you as a good friend and not a mean and abusive person that caused them pain everyday. So I am sure by the sounds of it you were a good person to your pet, so take comfort in the thought that your pet still loves and adores you and can't wait to see you at that rainbow bridge I believe it was that the other people talked about. Also maybe it is time to find another friend to help get your mind off the things that bother you and remember you may be saving their life also. To many pets get passed by cause there isn't enough people to be their lifetime friend!!!!!!
You are grieving, and its ok to do so and this is the place to talk to as you can see from the other members who have responded. Your bound to feel a great sense of loss, Pets are family and anyone who has lost a beloved pet will tell you that it was the same for them too. Give your self time, you will have good days and bad days but it will get better over time. Try to remember the lovely moments you shared with your husky and the great life you gave your dog. Big hugs xxxx
It is almost a year now since I had to euthanize my four year old standard poodle due to acute Leukemia. He seemingly got sick and died in less than a two week period over the Christmas holidays. It is one of the worst holidays I can remember, and it making me sad all over again with Christmas coming. All I can say is that this is an extremely painful event in my life. I have had human family members die, and that is certainly worse. But there is a sharpness in the pain of loosing a pet that is it's own sort of pain. I cried like a young child when my dogs have died and I am 60 years old. Take as many hugs as you can get. seek out people who will let you grieve without judgement. Do try to find things that will distract you and make you laugh some of the time. I wish you the best.
I'm so sorry. One of the hardest things to go through is losing a pet. Even though you don't have them as long as you do people, few people give you unconditional love the way a pet can. It's fine to grieve, but remember that he or she is not suffering now--you're grieving because you've lost something precious, not because of how your pet feels. It may sound callous now, but it does help to get another pet when you feel ready. That dog won't take the place of your husky--no dog could, but it does help distract you and you will love it too, but in a different way. We lost Molly a few years ago--she'd had diabetes and was blind for 13 years, but even though she took a lot of care, she was like our daughter. When we lost her, the house was so empty we had to get another dog only a month or so afterwards. Shadow is nothing like her, but she's our baby too, even though we'll never forget Molly.
I know what you're going through and dread the day I feel it again. I lost my 1 year old pug to hip dysplasia back in 2011, I didn't have the money to save his life and the vet told me that euthanizing him was best for his health and future, I remember just sitting there sobbing, refusing to do so but having 4 different doctors telling me the same thing, he was never going to be okay if I couldn pay for a 22,000 surgery and the thousands of dollars in recovery afterwards, and then of course dealing with a partially paralyzed dog- my best friend. I now have 4 more furry babies that i never want to lose, but know I'm destined to. All I can say for comfort is that they're too perfect for their own good , innocent, unconditional, and the best friend to man for a reason. I'm so sorry for you loss, but cherish the years you got with you baby, you will be reunited someday regardless of your spiritual beliefs❤️ I hope relief finds you soon
It is heartbreaking to see something so innocent and full of love like a dog die. My dog died from heartbreak when my died, they are such emotive creatures. Try not to get caught up about worrying whether a pets consciousness or even soul live on though, what is important is knowing that they had a good life with you. A full life, a lucky life. Hoping for a puppy heaven will hurt you so much unless you already believed in it. Celebrate the life, try not to mourn it. Your puppy wouldn't want you to be said would they?
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I hate cancer so much. I've had a lot of pets, so I've also experienced many deaths, some from cancer. It never gets any easier with the next pet, if you get one. BUT, those years of fun times with your dog make it all worth it. I read somewhere that a dog will give you some of the best days of your life, and one of the worst ones. It's true. Know that you're not alone in this heartache, though your experience is your own and unique, just as your dog was. You can write about it, draw or paint pictures, talk to a supportive person, or anything that gets the feelings out. It will take a while to feel better, and there is no right or wrong amount of time before you heal. But you WILL heal, even though it might not seem so now. You won't forget though. Just don't forget to take care of yourself during this time, as stress takes a toll on the body.
I know that this is hard, and trust me, I've had to go through a lot of animal death in the past. I lost my very first dog (a golden retriever) after the first week of 6th grade. He was only two years older than me at the time, and I cried for twenty minutes.
However, though I still miss him all these years later, and he was truly the best dog my family has ever had, I know that he is probably living a very good life as a different dog. Maybe he's a person in this new life, or possibly a fish, maybe he's even one of the kids I took care of at an art camp. Honestly, just thinking that he is either in a better place or reincarnated into a good life with wonderful people that love him so, that makes me feel better about it. I know that, maybe someday, he'll be able to find someone that might love him much more than I ever could.
Time heals almost all wounds. Soon, you won't feel so sad about this, and you'll be able to move on and be happy again. But, you'll always remember the good times you had with your best friend.
Loss of a pet really hurts. I lost my boy, Sammy, a month ago to bowel cancer, and my other dog is deeply depressed, too. Sometimes you need to talk it out with someone, or just hug someone. I've heard you can get a picture of your pet, and get a toy made to look like them, then you could put the collar on it. I know it wouldn't be the same, but anything can help. Just remember that when he passed away, you made him happy. He had no more pain, and he only remembered the good times. That's what I think you need to do. Remember even the simple things, like his little snore, or his favourite toy. The way he looked at you, or how he became so quiet, sitting on your lap when you watched tv, or read a book. He would want you to be happy.
Whether you believe it or not, just think he is sitting up in heaven, watching over you with his big eyes, and he is at his happiest when you are. He wants you to enjoy life.
(Sorry if,I got gender wrong, I just wrote he.)
(Good luck.)
Sorry for the loss of your pet. I completely understand that it can be very difficult to go through this pain. They were your family and you loved them very much. Try to recall the good times you had with them and they would want you to remember them fondly and not be so sad, which I know is impossible when you lose a pet.
Here is something I hope will help lessen the pain of the loss:
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....
This is my friend Dolce , he is a tea cup Yorkshire. I have been thinking a lot lately about the way I would feel if I lost him,and all I can say is love them and treat them like you would like to be treated now,cause that way once they pass you can feel good about the fact that your pet will always remember you as a good friend and not a mean and abusive person that caused them pain everyday. So I am sure by the sounds of it you were a good person to your pet, so take comfort in the thought that your pet still loves and adores you and can't wait to see you at that rainbow bridge I believe it was that the other people talked about. Also maybe it is time to find another friend to help get your mind off the things that bother you and remember you may be saving their life also. To many pets get passed by cause there isn't enough people to be their lifetime friend!!!!!!
You are grieving, and its ok to do so and this is the place to talk to as you can see from the other members who have responded. Your bound to feel a great sense of loss, Pets are family and anyone who has lost a beloved pet will tell you that it was the same for them too. Give your self time, you will have good days and bad days but it will get better over time. Try to remember the lovely moments you shared with your husky and the great life you gave your dog. Big hugs xxxx
It is almost a year now since I had to euthanize my four year old standard poodle due to acute Leukemia. He seemingly got sick and died in less than a two week period over the Christmas holidays. It is one of the worst holidays I can remember, and it making me sad all over again with Christmas coming. All I can say is that this is an extremely painful event in my life. I have had human family members die, and that is certainly worse. But there is a sharpness in the pain of loosing a pet that is it's own sort of pain. I cried like a young child when my dogs have died and I am 60 years old. Take as many hugs as you can get. seek out people who will let you grieve without judgement. Do try to find things that will distract you and make you laugh some of the time. I wish you the best.
I'm so sorry. One of the hardest things to go through is losing a pet. Even though you don't have them as long as you do people, few people give you unconditional love the way a pet can. It's fine to grieve, but remember that he or she is not suffering now--you're grieving because you've lost something precious, not because of how your pet feels. It may sound callous now, but it does help to get another pet when you feel ready. That dog won't take the place of your husky--no dog could, but it does help distract you and you will love it too, but in a different way. We lost Molly a few years ago--she'd had diabetes and was blind for 13 years, but even though she took a lot of care, she was like our daughter. When we lost her, the house was so empty we had to get another dog only a month or so afterwards. Shadow is nothing like her, but she's our baby too, even though we'll never forget Molly.
I know what you're going through and dread the day I feel it again. I lost my 1 year old pug to hip dysplasia back in 2011, I didn't have the money to save his life and the vet told me that euthanizing him was best for his health and future, I remember just sitting there sobbing, refusing to do so but having 4 different doctors telling me the same thing, he was never going to be okay if I couldn pay for a 22,000 surgery and the thousands of dollars in recovery afterwards, and then of course dealing with a partially paralyzed dog- my best friend. I now have 4 more furry babies that i never want to lose, but know I'm destined to. All I can say for comfort is that they're too perfect for their own good , innocent, unconditional, and the best friend to man for a reason. I'm so sorry for you loss, but cherish the years you got with you baby, you will be reunited someday regardless of your spiritual beliefs❤️ I hope relief finds you soon
It is heartbreaking to see something so innocent and full of love like a dog die. My dog died from heartbreak when my died, they are such emotive creatures. Try not to get caught up about worrying whether a pets consciousness or even soul live on though, what is important is knowing that they had a good life with you. A full life, a lucky life. Hoping for a puppy heaven will hurt you so much unless you already believed in it. Celebrate the life, try not to mourn it. Your puppy wouldn't want you to be said would they?