Mon May 18, 2015, 06:16 PM
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Author | Time | Post |
 After 13+ Years of Love, Friendship and Loyalty (Original post) |
floriduck | May 2015 | OP |
| irisblue | May 2015 | #1 | |
| Cooley Hurd | May 2015 | #2 | |
| truebluegreen | May 2015 | #3 | |
| OKNancy | May 2015 | #4 | |
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| femmocrat | May 2015 | #12 | |
| johnp3907 | May 2015 | #13 | |
| renate | May 2015 | #68 | |
| sadoldgirl | May 2015 | #14 | |
| MaggieD | May 2015 | #15 | |
| MoonRiver | May 2015 | #16 | |
| CrawlingChaos | May 2015 | #17 | |
| floriduck | May 2015 | #20 | |
| niyad | May 2015 | #78 | |
| CrawlingChaos | May 2015 | #89 | |
| Worried senior | May 2015 | #18 | |
| jonno99 | May 2015 | #19 | |
| Solly Mack | May 2015 | #21 | |
| KT2000 | May 2015 | #22 | |
| floriduck | May 2015 | #23 | |
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| Dont call me Shirley | May 2015 | #36 | |
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| mountain grammy | May 2015 | #40 | |
| TNNurse | May 2015 | #41 | |
| I hate liars | May 2015 | #42 | |
| NBachers | May 2015 | #43 | |
| Texasgal | May 2015 | #44 | |
| Fumesucker | May 2015 | #45 | |
| DawgHouse | May 2015 | #46 | |
| ruffburr | May 2015 | #47 | |
| LWolf | May 2015 | #48 | |
| niyad | May 2015 | #79 | |
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| Fla Dem | May 2015 | #50 | |
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| 99Forever | May 2015 | #54 | |
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| NaturalHigh | May 2015 | #59 | |
| Rockyj | May 2015 | #61 | |
| vive la commune | May 2015 | #62 | |
| Lifelong Protester | May 2015 | #63 | |
| fizzgig | May 2015 | #64 | |
| roody | May 2015 | #65 | |
| glinda | May 2015 | #66 | |
| SoCalDem | May 2015 | #67 | |
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| tridim | May 2015 | #83 | |
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| secondvariety | May 2015 | #86 | |
| Skittles | May 2015 | #87 |
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 06:17 PM
irisblue (31,074 posts)
1. I am so sorry
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 06:18 PM
2. My very sincere condolences, floriduck...
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I've been there and the pain is unspeakable.
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Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 06:19 PM
3. ...
We all know they are only with us for a (too) short time, but nevertheless the loss can be overwhelming. So sorry, floriduck. |
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 06:22 PM
5. Sincere condolences and good thoughts.
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Very few things in life are as hard as saying goodbye to a dear furfriend. Pass gently, Casey.
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Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 06:22 PM
Warpy (107,355 posts)
6. I'm so sorry
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 06:22 PM
redwitch (14,792 posts)
7. I am so sorry.
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It is so hard to lose these beloved creatures who stand by us through so much. A friend of mine just lost her doggie today and is also devastated. My heart is with you both.
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Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 06:23 PM
tblue37 (59,405 posts)
8. I am sorry. I know how painful it is to lose a beloved companion animal. It is
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 06:26 PM
10. I am so sorry
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you lost a family member and that is devastating. Hope you remember and cherish all the wonderful memories and love you were freely given.
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Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 06:26 PM
11. Incredibly diffficult situation. Take comfort in knowing that he knew you loved him.
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 06:26 PM
12. I'm so sorry, floriduck.
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We never stop missing them.
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Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 06:27 PM
johnp3907 (3,583 posts)
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Response to johnp3907 (Reply #13)
Tue May 19, 2015, 04:31 AM
renate (13,775 posts)
68. that is SO beautiful
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 06:32 PM
14. So sorry about your loss,
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it is always hard to say good bye to a faithful friend
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Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 06:36 PM
17. Oh god, I'm so sorry
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floriduck, my heart goes out to you in no small way. It really is the worst. It tears you up completely.
All I can say is I'm right there with you. My dog has terminal cancer and we're taking it day by day. We're hoping for a couple more months with him before his quality of life declines. The bond you form with a dog is like nothing else... shit, I'm gonna start crying. I'm just really, really sorry. I wish I could say something to ease your pain but I don't have the words. As much as we wish we could walk around the pain we have to walk through it. I'm so sorry. Big big hugs to you. I know we'll both get through it somehow but I know what you mean about feeling lost. |
Response to CrawlingChaos (Reply #17)
Tue May 19, 2015, 11:45 AM
niyad (101,371 posts)
78. (((crawling chaos))) here's hoping for the time you all need with your beloved companion.
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 06:49 PM
19. Hugs - very sorry about your loss. nt
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 06:58 PM
Solly Mack (89,365 posts)
21. ((floriduck))
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 06:59 PM
KT2000 (20,359 posts)
22. I'm so sorry.
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 07:05 PM
25. I'm so sorry for the loss of your Casey.
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Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 07:06 PM
Greybnk48 (9,920 posts)
26. Aw, so sorry to hear this.
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 07:08 PM
27. I am so sorry. It is just like losing a child.
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 07:09 PM
28. It sucks, doesn't it? No other way to describe it. It's the worst feeling.
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 07:11 PM
JustAnotherGen (30,597 posts)
31. A dog will break your heart every time
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Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 07:23 PM
Omaha Steve (93,552 posts)
32. My dog and friend in grade school to Jr High was a Boston Terrier
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We had relatives that breed them (humanly). We believe it was heart worm in 72 that took him from us. One of our daughters has a brown version. The Boston Terrier is one of the few dogs considered to be Made in America. K&R!
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Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 07:28 PM
33. I am so sorry, floriduck
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I know it hurts like crazy. Two and a half years ago we had to have our twelve year old bichon put to sleep due to liver failure. He woke us up vomiting on Friday morning, and Monday morning we had to say goodbye. It absolutely broke my heart. He was an angel; sweet, kind, gentle, and showed me loads of love.
His brother and litter mate is nearly fifteen and in declining health. I know what's coming and dread it terribly. Lots of hugs and healing thoughts as you face the days and weeks ahead. I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers. |
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 07:36 PM
34. godspeed, Casey
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I'm so sorry for your loss, floriduck. Peace and healing to all of Casey's friends and family. |
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 07:39 PM
36. Casey...
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I'm sorry for your loss, floriduck |
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 07:50 PM
livetohike (21,473 posts)
38. My sympathy on your loss of Casey. May all the good memories you have help
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to ease the sadness of his final days. Casey will always be alive in your heart
We lost our dog Murphy two months ago. I'm still crying every day. |
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 07:56 PM
mountain grammy (25,492 posts)
40. I'm so sorry. I feel your pain, as do most of us here.
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 08:05 PM
TNNurse (6,522 posts)
41. To end his suffering is a great act of love.
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 08:05 PM
42. Dogs are better people than we are...
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 08:14 PM
NBachers (15,976 posts)
43. Good for you- you gave your dog the final act of love that all responsible pet owners need to do.
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 08:15 PM
Texasgal (16,919 posts)
44. I'm so sorry.
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 08:23 PM
46. I am so very sorry for the loss of your faithful companion.
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 08:48 PM
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I had to do that at the end of January for my old girl. I'm still not over it. |
Response to LWolf (Reply #48)
Tue May 19, 2015, 11:48 AM
niyad (101,371 posts)
79. so sorry for your loss, as well. I don't think we ever truly get over that loss.
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 09:02 PM
Fla Dem (21,338 posts)
50. Another loyal, loving companion has crossed the rainbow bridge.
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Casey will run and frolic as he did in his youth. Hugs and understanding in your time of lossand grief.
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Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 09:07 PM
onecaliberal (29,946 posts)
51. I'm sorry for the loss of your beloved Casey.
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Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 09:10 PM
byronius (6,992 posts)
52. Lost my old dog yesterday. 13 as well. Still kinda losing it.
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 09:14 PM
54. ...
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Our pups take a piece of us when they go. Casey will wait for you at the Rainbow Bridge. |
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 09:15 PM
TDale313 (7,763 posts)
56. I'm so sorry.
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Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 09:15 PM
shenmue (38,410 posts)
57. {{{Floriduck}}} {{{Casey}}}
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Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 09:15 PM
58. So sorry for your loss floriduck
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Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 09:44 PM
62. Sorry for your loss
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I still miss my kitty I had to get put to sleep in 2007. |
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Mon May 18, 2015, 10:51 PM
Lifelong Protester (8,421 posts)
63. I am so sorry for your loss
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Tue May 19, 2015, 12:08 AM
64. i am so sorry for the loss of your friend
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i had to send my fat cat across the rainbow bridge a few months ago and i was crushed. let yourself grieve, let yourself cry and please accept a big
from me. |
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Tue May 19, 2015, 01:24 AM
66. I am sorry you lost your friend.
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Loss of a fur friend is sometimes harder than anything. |
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Tue May 19, 2015, 01:50 AM
SoCalDem (103,856 posts)
67. We've been there too many times.. hugs to you and yours
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The ONLY way I've come up with to feel better about these situations is to tell myself that their life would have been so much shorter/bleaker had we not rescued them (all our pets have been rescues),, and we gave them all we had, but mother nature always "wins"..
and the fact that they do not know they are dying.. Veterinary euthanasia is actually quite a blessing. Each time I have held them in my lap or sat on the floor cradling their head as they drifted off..without pain.. There is pain.. OURS ! but even that is a blessing because it reinforces how much we loved them and how much they will be missed.. My 40 year old son still has his dog's collar hanging on a peg in his kitchen.. Blanca died decades ago No matter how long ago they passed, they are still alive in our hearts.. |
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Tue May 19, 2015, 04:35 AM
renate (13,775 posts)
69. I'm so sorry
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Tue May 19, 2015, 06:43 AM
eridani (51,907 posts)
70. Safwe passage, Casey n/t
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Tue May 19, 2015, 08:08 AM
brer cat (21,650 posts)
71. I am so sorry, floriduck.
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Even knowing you did the best for him doesn't stop the pain.
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Response to floriduck (Original post)
Tue May 19, 2015, 08:46 AM
73. I'm so sorry you've lost a family member
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You did do what was best for your Casey. In the end, people sometimes choose to take on the pain so their furbaby no longer has to suffer. That's real love. And sometimes, it really really hurts.
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Response to floriduck (Original post)
Tue May 19, 2015, 08:51 AM
Are_grits_groceries (17,111 posts)
74. So, so sorry!
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Tue May 19, 2015, 10:03 AM
TuxedoKat (3,814 posts)
75. Ahh, so sorry
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Tue May 19, 2015, 10:24 AM
76. sorry to hear about your loss.
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I know the feeling.
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Response to floriduck (Original post)
Tue May 19, 2015, 11:42 AM
niyad (101,371 posts)
77. ((((((((floriduck)))))) it is heartbreaking and gutwrenching when we lose our beloved
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Tue May 19, 2015, 01:22 PM
Lunabell (4,367 posts)
81. I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved Casey.
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I had a chihuahua with a collapsed trachea. It happens in little dogs. I had to have my beloved Menudo put down too, he was 14.
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Response to floriduck (Original post)
Tue May 19, 2015, 01:24 PM
82. Very sorry. When I was small we had two Boston Terriers. Beautiful dogs.
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Tue May 19, 2015, 01:50 PM
83. Fellow Boston lover/owner here.
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I feel your pain.
My Boston is 14+, living with epilepsy which she wasn't predicted to survive past age 2. She has outlived all of my family's healthy Bostons by at least a year. |
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Tue May 19, 2015, 02:30 PM
BlancheSplanchnik (20,219 posts)
85. it's so hard...so painful, when our babies need to go...
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I know....
Grief...it's so damn hard.
My heart goes out to you.... ❤ |
Response to floriduck (Original post)
Tue May 19, 2015, 05:31 PM
Skittles (149,481 posts)
87. so sorry floriduck
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they take a pieces of our hearts with them
Grieve not, nor speak of me with tears, but laugh and talk of me as if I were beside you... I loved you so -- 'twas Heaven here with you. by Isla Paschal Richardson |
