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Toni Noel posted an update 3 years, 8 months ago
@angelsdad Hello Steve. Welcome to out caring community. Please tell us about your baby and let us know how you are doing – okay, I hope? Toni
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Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 3 years, 8 months ago
Toni, it is understanacle that you are not the same. Any pet death is so very hard, but such a violent event is traumatic. Perhaps a few sessions with a highly trained trauma therapist would help you. If you want to contact me for help in finding one, please email me at [email protected]. And please, join our supportive group session March 16th. Toni, I am just crushed for you and am thinking of you. {{HUG}} Toni -
Sue posted a new activity comment 3 years, 8 months ago
So sorry for your loss. Yes, he was a cutie and LOVE those ears! -
Toni posted a new activity comment 3 years, 8 months ago
Coco was just a handful of puppy when we got him! First thing anyone would say when they first saw him was LOOK AT THOSE EARS! And yes he had beautiful eyes! He was only six years old . My constant companion! I miss him so much! He thought he was a St Bernard! Instead of a Chihuahua! Two large dogs came into our yard came ibto our back yard. One grabbed him by the neck and shook him. It all happened so fast it’s still hard to think about! I got bit trying to get him out of the dogs mouth! He died two days later! Th owner of the two dogs was actually out looking for them! We had an ice storm and his fence was damaged so they got out!! I may never be the same!! -
Toni Noel posted an update 3 years, 8 months ago
@afradette28 Benny! What an iconic name, Audrey. Love it. Please tell us about your times with Benny, and share some photos with us. Audrey, are you doing okay? You can talk to us – we understand. Big Hugs….Toni
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Toni Noel posted an update 3 years, 8 months ago
@depeche4u Q. Makes me think of Star Trek. Is that a connection you and Q shared? How did Q get that name? What kind of pet was Q? I hope you are doing okay and that you will feel safe and welcome to talk to us about your life with Q. We’re here for you. Toni
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Toni Noel posted an update 3 years, 8 months ago
@thebear70 Rupert, welcome to our caring community. Please tell us about your beloved, and share your stories and photos. How are you doing? Okay, I hope.
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Toni Noel posted an update 3 years, 8 months ago
@dacvs Dear Christine, I am sorry for your loss of Cooper. What kind of pet was Cooper? May we see some pictures, and hear about your lives? Toni
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Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 3 years, 8 months ago
Toni, hi, it’s me, Toni….Coco was SO adorable – those ears!! Eyes!! I am so, so sorry for your parting from Coco. Tell us about your lives together, Toni. How did you meet? How long were you together? May I ask what happened for dear little Coco? Please join our monthly Group Meeting March 16th and share with us. We’re thinking of you, and Coco. {HUGS} -
Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 3 years, 8 months ago
Oh geez, Kat, you have lost so many – not their love, but their presence. Can you visit with neighbors or friends near you? If not that, is there a shelter you can visit to comfort pets who are in transition to new homes? Herre’s an idea: watch silly or fun movies. Write thoughts that come to you. Reach out to others here in our community who would love to hear from you with your sympathy and understanding. I hope to hear from you each day because I am thinking of you. Toni -
Toni posted a new activity comment 3 years, 8 months ago
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Toni posted an update 3 years, 8 months ago
I sure miss my Coco, went over rainbow bridge 02/08/23
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I miss him so much..
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Toni, it is understanacle that you are not the same. Any pet death is so very hard, but such a violent event is traumatic. Perhaps a few sessions with a highly trained trauma therapist would help you. If you want to contact me for help in finding one, please email me at [email protected]. And please, join our supportive group session March 16th. Toni, I am just crushed for you and am thinking of you. {{HUG}} Toni
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Toni posted an update 3 years, 8 months ago
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Toni, hi, it’s me, Toni….Coco was SO adorable – those ears!! Eyes!! I am so, so sorry for your parting from Coco. Tell us about your lives together, Toni. How did you meet? How long were you together? May I ask what happened for dear little Coco? Please join our monthly Group Meeting March 16th and share with us. We’re thinking of you, and Coco. {HUGS}
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Coco was just a handful of puppy when we got him! First thing anyone would say when they first saw him was LOOK AT THOSE EARS! And yes he had beautiful eyes! He was only six years old . My constant companion! I miss him so much! He thought he was a St Bernard! Instead of a Chihuahua! Two large dogs came into our yard came ibto our back yard. One grabbed him by the neck and shook him. It all happened so fast it’s still hard to think about! I got bit trying to get him out of the dogs mouth! He died two days later! Th owner of the two dogs was actually out looking for them! We had an ice storm and his fence was damaged so they got out!! I may never be the same!!
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So sorry for your loss. Yes, he was a cutie and LOVE those ears!
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Kat posted a new activity comment 3 years, 8 months ago
Thank you, Toni, for your kind words. I think of Pooh with only our good times. Her 18mos of gallbladder trouble was just a sickness that needed to be taken care of like diabetes. With a wonderful vet, we had scheduled ultrasounds to keep on top of the condition. I guess I’m having the most trouble with knowing I have no one here to lean on. When my 1st Sheltie passed at 13, my husband was here. When he passed, I had Pooh…for 7 years. She passed and there’s no one at home for me. I have lost my parents, sister and brother, so family is scarce. Pooh was family. Again, thank you and I will be looking forward to the online meeting in March. God Bless youl. Kat -
Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 3 years, 8 months ago
Oh Karen, I am so sorry. What a purrrrfect name for this beauty – Domino. Looks like one :-). How did you meet? How long did you get to enjoy and love each other? When did you say goodbye? We’d love to hear more about your life with Domino. {HUGS} -
Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 3 years, 8 months ago
Kat, I hope some of this helps you.
Grief is like the ocean: it runs deep and flows in waves. Even our tears are salty. Sometimes the ocean is calm and soothing – our memories of our beloved bring us joy and warmth. You never know what will bring on a squall and all you can do is surf the wave until it fades.
Our kind, caring and understanding community meets online the third Thursday of each month and I hope you can join us. We listen and share and it really helps to talk about our feelings and what we are doing around them. You’ll get an email with the link for March 16th at 7 EST.
May I suggest you think of your life with Pooh as a timeline – the many good, fun and loving years you shared, and the short period leading up to her passing. There is perspective in that – years of good memories that you can draw upon.
Another tool is to write a “joy” book about the good times, and bring those to the forefront of your thinking.
Get out in nature, help a friend or neighbor, perhaps volunteer at a shelter when you’re ready. Talk to family, friends and us – people who care and understand.
Kat, there is no escaping the pain of your loss, and while it hurts so much to do it, you have to allow yourself to recognize and go through it. You’re not alone, we’re here for you. I will be thinking of you with sympathy and great warmth. {{HUGS}} Toni
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Karen posted a new activity comment 3 years, 8 months ago
My smart, loving “baby” Domino. Missing you so much -
Karen posted an update 3 years, 8 months ago
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My smart, loving “baby” Domino. Missing you so much
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Oh Karen, I am so sorry. What a purrrrfect name for this beauty – Domino. Looks like one :-). How did you meet? How long did you get to enjoy and love each other? When did you say goodbye? We’d love to hear more about your life with Domino. {HUGS}
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Kat posted an update 3 years, 8 months ago
Can someone help me get hold of myself? It\’s almost 2 weeks since I lost Pooh and I can\’t get my heart to stop cracking. I\’ll be fine for a while and BAM! something reminds me of her and my heart feels like it\’s cracking apart. I have her ashes, a VERY NICE canvas of her and I\’m still shaking at times. Has anyone else had this happen to them? I know I\’m being dramatic, but it just hurts and I don\’t want to wallow in hurt. Thank you so much.-
Kat, I hope some of this helps you.
Grief is like the ocean: it runs deep and flows in waves. Even our tears are salty. Sometimes the ocean is calm and soothing – our memories of our beloved bring us joy and warmth. You never know what will bring on a squall and all you can do is surf the wave until it fades.
Our kind, caring and understanding community meets online the third Thursday of each month and I hope you can join us. We listen and share and it really helps to talk about our feelings and what we are doing around them. You’ll get an email with the link for March 16th at 7 EST.
May I suggest you think of your life with Pooh as a timeline – the many good, fun and loving years you shared, and the short period leading up to her passing. There is perspective in that – years of good memories that you can draw upon.
Another tool is to write a “joy” book about the good times, and bring those to the forefront of your thinking.
Get out in nature, help a friend or neighbor, perhaps volunteer at a shelter when you’re ready. Talk to family, friends and us – people who care and understand.
Kat, there is no escaping the pain of your loss, and while it hurts so much to do it, you have to allow yourself to recognize and go through it. You’re not alone, we’re here for you. I will be thinking of you with sympathy and great warmth. {{HUGS}} Toni
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Thank you, Toni, for your kind words. I think of Pooh with only our good times. Her 18mos of gallbladder trouble was just a sickness that needed to be taken care of like diabetes. With a wonderful vet, we had scheduled ultrasounds to keep on top of the condition. I guess I’m having the most trouble with knowing I have no one here to lean on. When my 1st Sheltie passed at 13, my husband was here. When he passed, I had Pooh…for 7 years. She passed and there’s no one at home for me. I have lost my parents, sister and brother, so family is scarce. Pooh was family. Again, thank you and I will be looking forward to the online meeting in March. God Bless youl. Kat
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Oh geez, Kat, you have lost so many – not their love, but their presence. Can you visit with neighbors or friends near you? If not that, is there a shelter you can visit to comfort pets who are in transition to new homes? Herre’s an idea: watch silly or fun movies. Write thoughts that come to you. Reach out to others here in our community who would love to hear from you with your sympathy and understanding. I hope to hear from you each day because I am thinking of you. Toni
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Toni Noel posted an update 3 years, 8 months ago
Oh no – Walter has a lump in his abdominal area. We\’re scheduling an ultrasound. - Load More
Our sweetheart was almost 13 years old. She was a rescue. I brought her home when she was a puppy from my workplace. Someone found her in the building hiding under a machine.
She was diagnosed with mast cell cancer three and one half weeks ago.
It had to have been more advanced than we thought, for she passed away Sunday morning February 26 at 4:02 am.
She was spoiled rotten, much loved, and is sorely missed.
I am not doing so well. I have mixed feelings of grief and guilt. Did we do enough ? I just don’t know. She passed at home with her Mom and me at her side. She was a fighter to the very end and showed no indication of being in any pain.
Thank you for your kindness and concern.