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I don't usual post personal stuff, but I always feel for those that do. Especially the loss of pets. Monday my oldest dog (11yr old boxer) wouldn't eat and Monday night when she got a drink of water she just laid down by the water dish and then got up and walked into the closet and got in the very back dark corner. I new something was wrong so I took her to the all night emergency vet and she was bleeding internally. They gave her a transfusion to stablize her, which took several hours. Early Tuesday morning my regular vet called me and said they had called her and volunteered to do anything she could to help.

I went to the emergency vet about 8am and they gave me the bad news. The xrays and sonograms revealed several large tumors on her liver and spleen and said one of the tumors had ruptured and that is what caused the bleeding and said there was nothing they could do. She was still acting kinda okay from the transfusion. They said she wouldn't last the day and recommended I put her to sleep. I called my regular vet and she concurred. Instead of doing it right then I took her for a ride in the car so she could hang her head out the window. She tired of that and just laid in the seat. It was about 10:30. I called my vet and said I would bring her to the office to have her put to sleep.

On the way to the vet we went through the McDonald's drive through and I got her a double cheeseburger and an ice cream cone. She perked up and really enjoyed what was to be her last meal. She collapsed again as we got to the vet. They made a pallet for her on the floor and gave her a sedative to relax her while I sat with her and scratched her head. A few minutes later they gave her the final shot and she was gone. Very sad, but I did the best I could for her.

The real problem now is my other dog has spent the last few days looking out the front window and laying by the door waiting for her to come home. The vet said it would take about a week or two for him to get over it and not get another dog until he had time to greave. I've already called boxer rescue and hope to have him another friend in a couple of weeks.

This was my first dog and it was truly like losing a family member.

No reason to really post this other than it made me feel better to talk about it and brag about my dog. She was the best friend I could have ver had.

I attached a picture of her vegin out on the couch from a couple weeks ago when I had some friends over.

Thanks for reading this.
 

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Sorry for your loss.
It is a tough thing to lose such a friend.
I had someone tell me once to put your wife and your dog in the trunk of your car, close it and wait an hour. Then you open it. Which one is going to be happy to see you? That tells you how great a family member these pets become. Under all circumstances, when you walk in the door, you are the best thing to happen in their day.
Again, condolences and thoughts are with you.:frown:
 
I feel your pain. About 6 years ago I had a similar experience with a Cocker Spaniel we had for 14 years. It's almost as tough as loosing a human family member. Time will heal the hurt, but hang on to the memories. Pets (especially dogs) are special.
 
I am so sorry to hear this. Losing a pet like this rips your heart out. And I've been through it a few times, and it never gets easier.

Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Hang in there. Rescuing another is a great idea, a few weeks down the road. That will help reduce some of the 'hole' left in your heart.

Again, my thoughts are with you.
 
Peter--
Sounds to me like your dog had a great dad. I dread the day I have to take my Golden through the drive through...you have my deepest sympathy.
 
Now that the tears have cleared some, I'm glad that you had one last trip with your Buddy. My wife and I both are sorry for your loss.
 
People are people, animals are animals and people are not animals. Knowing that does not make it easier to lose a friend/family member.

My heart goes out to you. We lost our 'Leia' on Dec. 28 and it was heart wrenching. I still miss my 'puppy', as I always called her. The boys and 'mom' are ready for a new family member. But I just can't give my heart to another dog right now.

May your friends and family comfort you at this time.
 
I'm Very sorry for your loss, I've been involved with dogs for my entire life and understand how they close they become to a member of the family, they become children that never grow up. Please read and appriciate the following poem.




Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge...

I'm Very 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 and 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 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. The bright eyes are intent; the eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to break away 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.
 
Peter I also am very saddened by your loss, but you made her last time here with you great. you'll meet up again on the bridge. By the way your post has left a hell of a lump in my throat..
 
Peter,

So many of us can relate... I've only had one dog that I've gone through that personally. It sounds like you made the best choices, but that doesn't make it any easier. Just reading your post made me remember that day. We are with you in your sorrow.. Yes, they aren't people, but they sure are family. Thanks for sharing.

Dean
 
Peter,

You are am amazing dog friend, you gave her the best day ever while I know inside your heart was breaking... Go Bless You my friend.

I have owned 3 Weimaraners, all recuses, loosing them was not easy, the last was the hardest, 14 1/2 yrs. Like you I knew her time was up, she had a steak dinner on her last day and passed away that night in my arms...

I know the days will pass and the pain will too, but I understand that they never leave your heart..

My thoughts are with you and family, I love Boxers, wonder if my Jazz would like a Boxer friend some day, they could sing together.

God Bless
 
:crying:

So sorry to hear of your family's loss........these darn little critters bring such joy, crack us up, make us laugh, listen to our problems, never judge, and ask for nothing but love and a good home. I'm dreading the day....................
 
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What a great dog you had and what a great lover of animals you are. I've lost a half dozen dogs over my lifetime and I have an eleven year old golden I'm already grieving over losing one day when I read stories like yours.

I do believe we'll see all our dogs again because God loves us just that much. The new Heaven and new earth we're promised will have lots of dogs in it, something I'm certain of. And I'm an ordained minister so you can count on that :)
 
Hi Peter,

Looks like she was spoilt rotten and had an amazing life with you!
She will always be a part of you and will never be forgotten.

You did good by her and did everything you could for her.

Andrew
 
Man, I'm really sorry to hear that. I'm having to hold back tears just reading this! I'm glad that you got to spend some time with her in her last hours. That's good. It's always hard to say goodbye.
 
Peter- I really feel for you my friend. This little note has always helped me through.

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....

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Sorry for your loss, Peter.

Even though she is gone, you will always have the memories.
Reading your post brought a tear to my eyes, as it reminded me of the last day I spent with my best friend.

They can never be replaced, but when you are ready, a new pup helped me.
 
I'm very sorry for your loss. I've got 5 and they really are members of the family. It sure sounds like she was one of the lucky dogs since she had an owner who took good care of her until the very end and never left her side. You are to be commended for that Sir. Good luck.
 
Pets leave such a mark on your life that when you lose one you love it leaves an empty space. We said goodbye to our cat a year ago and just the thought of it now brings tears to my eyes.

My thoughts and prayers are with you, I hope you find another Boxer to love.
 
I know the feeling

I know how you feel losing a great dog - you'll never get over it, but that's ok. My dog went about a year ago, I miss him but I'm thankful that I had him for 12 years.
 
I am glad that you got to spend the last day with her and thank you for posting her picture. She looks like she was a lovely pal. I am very sorry for you loss. It is wonderful to have animals in our lives, we lost our dog over a year ago and I still him. Give your other dogs lots of attention to help him get over his loss. He must miss his friend also.
Thank you for sharing with us.
 
Peter, So very sorry for your loss. My bet wished for you and your other friend getting through it. The other dog will go through a grieving process of their own. It is not fun to watch but is the way it will be. Dogs really do need a pack and they do not get over the loss of a member of that pack easily.
 
I know you must be a great guy to love the way you seem too.. To me there is no greater love than your dog for you. They can be like a child.
I lost my little dog in Sept. of 14 years. He had a heart attack. I made him a real little coffin and we had a funeral with a tomb stone. it read
If memories could build a road, and tears a lane. I would walk up to heaven and bring you home.
He was my friend
 
Peter

Truly sorry for your loss. She was a beautiful dog very nice photo you posted. I know your pain I have been married with my wife Amber for 21 years now and we never had children. But we had many pets they where our children. We had a cocker spaniel for about 13 years. It was a devastating sad day when he passed about 5 years ago we still talk of him. We had many (5 at one time) cats and now have 3 that are getting up there.

Hang in there it is better to talk about it. I usually don't post personal either but I feel here on IAP I am with a large group of friends.

Time will help.
 
Peter:
I'm sitting here with tears in my eyes as I read your post. Since I have been working from home, PenDawg1 and I have developed our own special routine. She, like your dog, loves to ride with her head out the window.

She even recognizes McDonalds and whines if we don't stop for her McDouble. I have to remove the pickle, but it is a riot to watch her eat her burger.

She is getting old, she doesn't see so well anymore and I know that our time together is growing shorter. Somehow, I can not imagine not having my constant and devoted companion by my side.
 
Sorry for your loss. Our dogs do so much for us and ask nothing in return. They are truely mans best friend. I'm sure she will be missed.

Dave
 
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Sorry about your friend, I know how you feel, the whole place will seem empty and lonely for a while. I lost my Pom of 18 years and he was family. Still think about him all the time as you will yours. Know that you have a lot of friends who have been where you are now.
 
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