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Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 2 months ago
What a nice long time you had together. Yes, it’s a relief and release when they are suffering and get to rest. It’s really hard on us to say goodbye, but we, and they, know our pets are only “on loan” to us and we find joy in having shared our lives with them. To add photos just click the camera icon on the bottom left of this ‘comment’ area. And please feel welcome to share your stories about your poodles, too. It sounds as if you are doing okay, and I hope that’s true. Do you have pets now? -
Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 2 months ago
Oh Sherylle, I am sorry for your losses. It’s nice to remember them each with a candle. Simply click our logo on the top of the page and add them. If you’d like to share some photos of them, click the camera icon in the ‘comment’ box on this page. We’d love to hear about them, and if you would like to share your support with others in our community, that’s nice, too. -
Toni Noel posted an update 5 years, 2 months ago
@mommaw Zoe Rose is such a pretty name. Will you tell us about her, please? May we see some pictures?
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Thank you, Toni. Yes, her name suited her perfectly. She was a little 11 pound Cockapoo that was in our lives for 15 wonderful years. We had to say goodbye to her on August 6, so it’s still very painful. Over the years, she suffered with IVDD, glaucoma, and pulmonary hypertension. She was a tough little cookie, though, and always had love to give. Where do I post a picture or 2?
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She sure was a tough little cookie! Cockapoos are so cute. We’re excited to see her pictures. Simply click the camera icon in the lower left of the ‘comment’ box. Oh gosh, her passing is so recent, you must still be grieving. In our minds, intellectually, we know 15 years is a full life, but in our hearts, emotionally, it’s a terrible blow that takes moving through in our own time. We’re here for you. I’m sending you a HUG.
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Toni Noel posted an update 5 years, 2 months ago
@tara Hi Tara. I am sorry to hear of your parting from Grim. What type of pet was Grim? How long were you together? How are you doing?
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Grim was an 11 year old border collie mix. We had him since he was about 9 weeks old. He passed in April. He was always so excited to see us when we came home. He had so much personality and always made us smile. His death consumes my thoughts. It’s been 4 months and I can’t get past it.
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Oh Tara, I don’t think four or five months is very long to mourn, and hope you will be kind to yourself. We have resources to help you if you like: our grief counselor (click the box on the upper right side to contact him directly), and two books: “Griffin’s Heart” – part supportive book, part journaling for your feelings, and a digital book – “101 Ways to Help Your Heart Heal after Pet Loss” you can download. They are in our Shop. Of course, we are here for you to share with, too, and understand. Sending you a HUG.
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Toni Noel posted an update 5 years, 2 months ago
@tammac60 Hello Tamara, and welcome to our caring community. I am sorry for your loss of Gracie and hope you will share some stories about your lives together, and some photos, too. Are you doing okay?
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Thank you for your kind words. Gracie had been with me since she was 8 wks. She battled CHF for 2 1/2 yrs & at age 15 yr 2 mths she was ready to go. She was so funny, spunky, a big talker & such a joy. Where do I go to add photos of her & my 2 other poodles who gained their wings? Thanks-
What a nice long time you had together. Yes, it’s a relief and release when they are suffering and get to rest. It’s really hard on us to say goodbye, but we, and they, know our pets are only “on loan” to us and we find joy in having shared our lives with them. To add photos just click the camera icon on the bottom left of this ‘comment’ area. And please feel welcome to share your stories about your poodles, too. It sounds as if you are doing okay, and I hope that’s true. Do you have pets now?
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Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 2 months ago
That is a lot of loss and grief Bobby. Would you find it helpful to speak with our grief counselor who serves our community to help navigate your pain? You can find out about him by clicking the box at the top right of this page. The kind, caring people in our community understand the depth of pain and are here for you. Please share your feelings if you like – it helps to express yourself in a safe place. I will be thinking of you and hoping you find some joy each day. -
Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 2 months ago
Jan, just click the little camera icon on the lower left of the “comment” box to upload photos. We’d love to see your Sabaka. Oh boy, the guilty feelings are so hard to deal with. I think almost everyone who has made the decision to provide a peaceful exit for their beloved pet has wrestled with guilt in some way. Perhaps it’s because we don’t want to say goodbye and continuing treatments and medicines can extend our time together, but for whose benefit – ours or theirs? As a Vet tech, you know, intellectually, the most generous and loving act of kindness is to allow our beloved furry friends to pass comfortably and not have to endure pain or extreme discomfort. Emotionally, it’s a whole different story – the depth of our love and feelings, the emptiness and finality of parting, are tremendously strong and can override the ‘thinking’ part of us. You acted in her best interest and I must believe she appreciates your selflessness in helping her along. You get to grieve as long as it takes, and I hope you recognize the graciousness of your act of love for Sabaka. We are here for you. Please let us know how you are coming along. I’ll be looking for your pictures. Sending you heartfelt HUGS. -
Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 2 months ago
Valerie, of course you are still grieving. It was a tragic, terrible thing that happened, and just shocking. It’s no wonder you are reeling. One of our community members is finding the book “Griffin’s Heart” a help. It’s part book, part journal. Perhaps you would also find it helpful. It’s in our Shop. We are here to support you in any way – keep sharing your feelings. I think joy shared is joy doubled, grief shared is grief halved. I hope knowing we care helps a bit. HUGS, Toni -
Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 2 months ago
Kathy, do I understand that Prince just passed last week, or is he still with you? He looks so sweet in this photo. Sending you hugs. -
Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 2 months ago
My goodness, Laura! What a fun bunch of furry friends you have. Your black kitty looks like mine :-). Thank you for sharing. Are they all still with you? Will you tell us about them? -
Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 2 months ago
That’s a great picture, Kathy. Prince looks like a happy fellow, and a little sassy 🙂-
Kathy, do I understand that Prince just passed last week, or is he still with you? He looks so sweet in this photo. Sending you hugs.
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Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 2 months ago
I’m so sorry, Stephen. It’s only been about six months since Ariel passed, hasn’t it? That’s not overly long to feel deep grief. How is little Leo doing? Leo can’t replace the love and missing you have for Ariel, but I’m sure he helps bring you joy. Let us know how you are coming along, Stephen, and update us on Leo. Hugs-
Yes you are right.I give Leo all the love and attention now.He helps me slot.We love him so.
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Toni Noel posted an update 5 years, 2 months ago
@cleasiakohler Hello Cleasia. Welcome to our community. What type of pet was Fabio? I am sorry for your loss and hope you are doing okay – are you? May was see some pictures and here about Fabio?
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Hello, My baby Fabio was a long haired chihuahua, blondeish color hair and weighed 11 pounds.
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Toni Noel posted an update 5 years, 2 months ago
Hi Marianne. I am sorry for your parting from Rara and hope you will tell us about your lives together, share some stories and photos, and let us know how you are.
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Toni Noel posted an update 5 years, 2 months ago
@mylesmom1 Hello and welcome to our caring community, Jan. I am sorry for your loss of Sabaka. How are you doing? What type of pet was Sabaka? How long were you together? Would you like to share some pictures with us? Please let us know how you are.
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Thank you for asking. Sabaka was an Alaskan Husky and 15yrs old. I rescued her at 8 weeks old. It’s been 3 months now that I put her down and I keep questioning myself if I made the right decision. Being a Vet tech for 20yrs, I feel maybe there was more I could have done for her. It’s the guilt I live with every day that hurts so much. We had a special bond and I hope she knows I put her down so she wont be in pain anymore. Because I loved her so much.. Not sure how to post her picture.
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Jan, just click the little camera icon on the lower left of the “comment” box to upload photos. We’d love to see your Sabaka. Oh boy, the guilty feelings are so hard to deal with. I think almost everyone who has made the decision to provide a peaceful exit for their beloved pet has wrestled with guilt in some way. Perhaps it’s because we don’t want to say goodbye and continuing treatments and medicines can extend our time together, but for whose benefit – ours or theirs? As a Vet tech, you know, intellectually, the most generous and loving act of kindness is to allow our beloved furry friends to pass comfortably and not have to endure pain or extreme discomfort. Emotionally, it’s a whole different story – the depth of our love and feelings, the emptiness and finality of parting, are tremendously strong and can override the ‘thinking’ part of us. You acted in her best interest and I must believe she appreciates your selflessness in helping her along. You get to grieve as long as it takes, and I hope you recognize the graciousness of your act of love for Sabaka. We are here for you. Please let us know how you are coming along. I’ll be looking for your pictures. Sending you heartfelt HUGS.
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Toni Noel posted an update 5 years, 2 months ago
@gerilyn818 Hello Gerilyn. Is that Faith I see with you? Two beauties. I am sorry if you and Faith have parted and wonder how you are doing? Okay? Not so good? We are here for you, and understand. Thank you for becoming a part of our loving community, and let us know how you are, and how we can best be here for you. Sending HUGS…Toni
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Hi Toni. Yes, that is Faith you see. Thanks for the compliment. Although I cannot take credit for Faith’s beauty .. she always received compliments. Her breeder held onto to her a little longer, hoping to show Faith but Faith was not interested in beauty pageants lol.
It will be four weeks tomorrow that she passed and I have regrets and feel guilty about having her euthanized. She would have still been here hadn’t I made the call. It seems everything reminds me of her. I can still smell the top of her warm furry head. I fall asleep with tears looking at her picture. Faith was euthanized at home and so the place she took her last breath is a constant reminder. I quietly tear up at the supermarket when I see her favorite snacks .. both dog and human. She loved Honey Nut Cheerios .. our nightly shared snack and a shared English muffin in the morning.
I have a Lab and I feel bad for him. I know he misses her too.
I’ve had several dogs that I loved that passed and I cried and was very sad but nothing like I’m going through with Faith. She was my favorite .. we had a different bond.
I’m thinking about getting a puppy (same breed) but I have mixed emotions. I feel like I don’t deserve to care for another because I failed Faith.
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Dear Gerilyn, you must still be very sad, it hasn’t been very long, and who knows when those tricky triggers like seeing a favorite food or toy will bring you to your knees. Ah yes, the guilt and personal reprimands for “failing” our beloveds – that’s understandable, yet you know the angst and deliberation that went into making the decision to let Faith pass in peace was solely for her benefit, and for which I know she was grateful to you. That is truly a selfless, generous, caring and loving decision, and saying goodbye in the comfort of home with her loved ones was all with her best interest in your heart. Please, HOW did you ‘fail’ Faith? It seems you extended the ultimate gift – anything but a ‘fail’. I hope you will allow yourself the same kindness you showed her. We certainly do. We DO have special bonds with the pets, and people, in our lives. In her book, Griffin’s Heart, Reagan talks about her special bond with Griffin even while she had, and continues to have other loving pets she adores. I’ve had special bonds with different pets over my life, too. Bringing a new pet into your home won’t diminish what you had with Faith, nor will it replace your special bond. But, it does give you and the new pet a chance to form your own relationship. You’ll know if and when the time is right for that. It may be just the thing to cheer up your other pup, and can’t help but brighten your days, too. Gerilyn, you are a kind person and I hope you allow yourself to grieve, and enjoy the wonderful memories you and Faith created. We’re here for you and I hope we hear from you again soon. Sending you big HUGS…..
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Toni Noel posted an update 5 years, 2 months ago
@jojo221 Hello Josephine. Welcome to our caring community of pet, and animal, lovers. Please share your stories of your life with your pets, and let us know how you are doing, Okay, I hope?
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Toni Noel posted an update 5 years, 2 months ago
August 26th – tomorrow – is National Dog Day! Celebrate by sharing your photos with us 🙂
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Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 2 months ago
Years ago, my 19 year old was failing and I took her to a hospital on a Friday night (this was before in-home euthanasia was available) and told them it was time. They said she just needed antibiotics. Well, I still resent that poor little Squirt had to live that last week – she was miserable, suffering, and it wasn’t in her best interest to keep going. Exactly one week later she was bleeding from every orifice, her heart was jumping out of her chest, and I took her to her own vet and gave her relief from her suffering. She probably knew, and I am certain she was grateful. We are the ones left behind to grieve the loss but I truly believe they think we’re being silly and want us to be happy for the lives we shared. Which we will be once we move through the pain and indeed, heartbreak of parting. She’s probably letting you know it’s okay and trying to comfort, and thank you. We’ll be here. -
Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 2 months ago
Sandra, Mandy is adorable. That face – those ears :-)……I hope you’ll share pictures with us as she grows, and ‘gets into things’! - Load More
