What pets do you have? Feel free to post pics!

[paris]

While I was in Vegas, my sweet, old dog went peacefully to doggie heaven.  We have had him for 15 years.  AlohaBeth was only 10 when we brought him home.  He was a golden/sheltie mix and the sweetest dog you would ever want.  The past three weeks, he has been sleeping and not eating. He would drink when I brought water to his mouth.  I would sit there and talk to him and kept telling him it was ok not to wake up.  I feel bad that my husband was here alone when Styx died. I am having a hard time walking around the house without him.  He was always any where I was.  I haven't let myself think about it too much--afraid if I start crying, I won't stop!   I have to deal with all his "things" and I'm not ready to do that.   He gave us so much unconditional love. 

[Chris]

Sorry to hear Paris about your pet passing away while you were away.

[RichardMEL]

Awww Paris *big hugs to you* (and to Beth, just because... she needs to get used to that hehehe)... I feel for your loss I look at Celeste every day and sometimes think about how it will be when she's gone because she is my constant companion who gives so much and asks so little. At least it sounds like Styx went peacefully without too much pain... and that is what we would all hope for I think.. for our pet companions as much as ourselves.

 

[kitkatz]

 

The flowers are for the doggie you lost.  The hug is for you!

[Joe Paul]

So sorry Paris 

[twirl]

Paris, I am so sorry about your dog
Sad Sack could leave us anytime now
she is about the same age as your dog and Allen has had her since before kindergarten
they grew up together
how is AlohaBeth
Twirl

[paris]

Thanks for your kind words.  AlohaBeth is ok. I think when she comes home in November and walks in the house without Styx greeting her, it will hit her hard.  She is always the one who could get him to take his medicine. She has a very calm voice and even more patience. He loved her very much.  I just keep looking at his pictures and keep trying not to cry.   

[twirl]

I think crying would be healing
sad sack is at my feet
she is my foot rest
she is so old
we are having a horrible thunder storm and she is fast asleep
used to be, she'd be driving me crazy during a  storm
I had a mixed sheltie for 19 or 20 years
her name was Hippie
I got her in junior high and she died when I was in my early 30's
my mom found her walking down a country road and she had long hair

[David13]

Paris, I am so sorry about Styx.  He was a very lucky fellow to live in such a loving home.  My thoughts are with you.   

[okarol]

While I was in Vegas, my sweet, old dog went peacefully to doggie heaven. 

Awww Paris, I just saw this now. I am so sorry. 

[MIbarra]

I'm so sorry, Paris! They ask for so little yet give us so much, don't they? I'll hug my Yorkies a little tighter tonight thinking of Styx.

[monrein]

Paris, I'm so sorry you lost Styx.  Love the name.   

[RichardMEL]

Thanks for your kind words.  AlohaBeth is ok. I think when she comes home in November and walks in the house without Styx greeting her, it will hit her hard.  She is always the one who could get him to take his medicine. She has a very calm voice and even more patience. He loved her very much.  I just keep looking at his pictures and keep trying not to cry.   

not to make light of the sad situation but... Beth has a calm voice and could get him to take his medication?

I think I'm in love!

 

[willieandwinnie]

  paris. I am so, so sorry. My thoughts are with you and your family. 

[skyedogrocks]

Paris - I am so sorry about Styx.  It's so hard to lose our furry loved ones.   

[Rerun]

Paris, I'm so sorry.  You need to tell A Beth now so she can process it.  It is okay to cry!

                                 God Bless..........   

[petey]

Paris,
I'm so sorry.  My dog is my "baby," and I know you and yours loved Styx just as much.  There is nothing -- absolutely nothing -- like being "owned" by a good, loyal dog.  I'll be thinking of you extra tonight.

[2_DallasCowboys]

 


Anne

[kellyt]

Paris I'm so sorry!  I'm sitting here crying!    Just before we left for Vegas a lady down the street brought over the cutest little black puppy (roughly 6-7 weeks).  He appears to be a lab.  She found him and couldn't keep him so we accepted the challenge.  We realized with the transplant coming up and such that it just isn't the best tiiming to keep him.  We found him a home and the lady picked him up today.  I'm crying for your baby and mine!

Love you!   

[RichardMEL]

*sending hugs and thoughts to Paris*

Doesn't AloahaBeth read IHD? I'm sure Paris has told her... would hate to find out through a web forum...

I gave Celeste extra cuddles last night thinking of you guys and your loss....

[paris]

I bought groceries today and automatically got dog food.  Still keep looking for him to come into the room.  Had to put away doggie bed, his blankets--all those reminders.  Thank you all for your kind words.  I know there are worse things happening to others right now and my sorrow is small in comparison.  I appreciate you letting me grieve and you kindness has helped. 


RichardMelt-My-Heart, I keep singing Beth's praises!  Yes; calm voice, gentle touch--and she loves cats!!

[jbeany]

 

[RichardMEL]

ouch that must have really stung when you realised you'd bought food because it was such a habit.... maybe you can donate it to a shelter?

 

[TynyWonder]

Paris,

I feel bad because I am just now getting to this post.  Sweetie, I am soooo very sorry for your loss of your wonderful dog!    I am like RichardMel, I sit & stare at my cats, wondering what I will do when I lose them.   They too, are my constant companions.   I never knew I could love cats so much!   

[RichardMEL]

I was thinking about this this morning when I went to sleep Celeste was there snuggled up next to me on the bed.. when I woke up she was there... she got up, stretched and wandered off (probably for a feed or a drink) but in a couple of minutes was back jumped on the bed went back to her spot next to where I was lying and curled up again happy and I could feel her purring through my arm which she snuggled against. If she was human she'd make one hell of a lover!! LOL.... but yeah I was thinking of those who had lost their furry companions and again (but briefly) how will i feel when she's no longer there to be my company?

I think it's even harder when you live alone/are single because that makes the pet(s) that much more of a focus. I know often I talk to Celeste specially when I'm feeling a bit down or it's a struggle or whatever.. and that is stupid I know but sometimes I swear she understands or at least can pick up on the vibe and when she cuddles up that much closer somehow I know it's her way of showing me support (well that and she wants to soak up my body heat )

But I *definitely* know it when I come home and she's talkative and meowing and I think yes she wants food.. so I give her her dinner and she ignores the dinner and just wants to come cuddle with me..... That's when I know I'm loved and have been missed.