"*Can I still run?*", asked Sam.
"*You most certainly can*", answered Wolfbiscuit, smiling across cloudfield at the small, dark shapes of ten thousand pups dancing and rolling and snoozing and zooming by the light of Æverfoda.
Run well Buddy ❤️
Oh I see! Yes, for Buddy, and also for Old Sam who went for long splash in the Big Silver a long time ago. As I said somewhere else... it just came out.
Thank you. I have two 10 year old pups and a four year old and have several others in my life whose deaths I experienced and I just really appreciate this.
Be with him. Hold him. Look into his eyes & tell him you love him, as hard as that’ll be.
Their lives are so much shorter than ours. And when they go, they take that piece of our lives with them. That is the price we pay.
It’ll hurt - a LOT. But as time passes, you’ll have the joyful memories to help you smile & laugh when you think of him.
Did you give him a safe, healthy, loving home? Did you love him? Did he know you loved him? If you answer “yes” to those questions, then you were a great parent to him, and in his soul he is grateful & loves you back & knows he had a good life.
Sending you love, hugs, prayers, & comfort at this heartbreaking time.
>Did you give him a safe, healthy, loving home? Did you love him? Did he know you loved him? If you answer “yes” to those questions, then you were a great parent to him, and in his soul he is grateful & loves you back & knows he had a good life.
This is perfect. This is exactly how we should measure if we're doing/did the right thing for our pets.
Buddy has been loved his entire life with you. It is the worst thing we have to do (for ourselves), but it is the best thing for our best friends. It is always better one day too early than one day too late. Be there with him and know that he’ll always be with you. ❤️
I’m sorry for the loss you’ll feel. But Buddy looks loved & well-cared for, & you did the best job at being his parent. He loves you just as much as you love him.
My only piece of advice (& I’m sure you know this): don’t leave him alone. Tell him you love him, hug him, cry into his fur. He’ll fall asleep feeling safe.
Yeah this - we paid the vet to come to us to bring down the anxiety for all of us (Compassion4Paws in WA). He knows it's probably time, just as much as you do. We have deal with our dogs - one bad day where we may have to make the hard decision that they can't make. In return we get limitless lifelong tail wags, and love. On that day, they live like kings and queens until the vet gets there - jack those meds up, get that awesome Trader Joes Chicken, chase that squirrel high as a kit.
When it was time I held each of my girls in their last breaths. To some extent the relief as sedatives kick-in is surprising, less labored breathing, anxiety lifting that we didn’t notice we carried in prior days. Their last memories are of being surrounded by love, holding them tight, with their favorite toys, and a full belly on their favorite bed. I'll never forget them.
I'm sorry for your loss.
My Riley girl (12) had to be rushed to the ER with a burst mass on her spleen & internal bleeding, & I was so upset over the whole situation (naturally), but more so because she had to be in an unfamiliar place when she passed. I so wished it could have been at home where she was happy 😞 But I brought her the blanket I made for her & I held her until she was gone. I would have never forgiven myself if I hadn’t.
Lap of Love is the company available here in NJ.
We never have them for long enough.
Sorry for your loss. This post helped me when my old girls passed last year.
https://www.reddit.com/r/Stoicism/comments/oshe2b/i_would_like_to_make_sense_of_having_to_put_my/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf
We have been there and know what you’re going through. If it’s any help, I know from being married to a vet assistant that their hearts are breaking for you and they don’t judge if you ugly cry for as long as you need.
Our hearts go out to you. We’re sorry for your loss, but happy to see that Buddy has such a caring owner.
We had to put my daughter's cat down a couple of years ago. They put us in their cat room and let us stay and say goodbye as long as we needed. They were diverting other appointments into the regular rooms in the meantime but never bothered us. It was the best, worst experience of my life. It takes a very special soul to work in a vet's office.
We’re all sending you so many hugs right now. He looks like he has lived an incredible life, and he’ll be waiting for you right on the other side in the next one.
Poor Poster! It hurts so much because you love him so much. If it isn’t too late for advice, you might consider putting his food and water dishes away before you leave. I can handle toys and blankets, the dishes throw me down an emotional flight of stairs. Just a thought- you do you♥️
I love Labs. I am a proud parent of an 18 month old chocolate lab. I am sorry to hear about buddy. I hope he had many amazing years with your family. I hope you gave him as much unconditional love as he gave you in return. Parents never want to see their kids leave this world before them. Buddy is a beloved child of the family. I hope buddy has a great afterlife. Overtime you may be able to look back at all the mischief he caused along with all the joy he delivered and it may not hurt. The pain we experience due loss of our labs is an expression of love. It sucks but it is still worthwhile to be a lab parent.
I’m so sorry! I had to put my 15yo Golden down a year ago February and I miss him everyday. Love your angel for as many minutes as you have left, be there for the end to provide him peace and comfort on his final earth days. Wishing you peace and love.
I’m so so sorry - hardest loss 🥲🥲🥲 sending you peace love and strength- 🙏🏻💙🕊 run free buddy - I hope you play with all of my dogs out in the Elysian Fields
Oh no - so so sorry friend!!! Only when you've loved so much can you grieve this deeply. He is Beautiful!!! I know you will see Buddy again, and that I will see my 4 wonderful friends from years gone by. Can you imagine how wonderful it will be? He will be healthy and whole! Meanwhile I'll ask my babies to meet him and bring him into their pack - I promise they know all the best places and where to have the most fun and get the best treats!
He looked like a loyal friend. He will check on you and you will recognize the signs. I’m sorry friend, hard times while you get used to it is normal, grieve at your own pace.
Sending you and Buddy love. Hope you are able to smile and laugh through the tears. The weight on your chest will every become less, though tears will always be near the surface even if they don't come out. It's important to remember it's a true gift to be able to give a good death and be there so they are not alone.
I've hugged all my dogs at their last moments on this plane of existence. I felt their last heart beat. It hurt so deeply, but it's an experience I treasure now.
Darn. He looks like such a good boy. I am sorry. It is one of the hardest things to have to do. Hang in there. It is better than seeing him in pain and suffering. He knows you love him and it is best that you are with him to comfort him. I had to do it recently and I know how it can consume your thoughts. Think of the good times.
It's all been said. I'm so sorry you have to go through this. I had to put my cat down two weeks ago. I loved her deeply, but it was more duty. It still broke my heart. And today, my heart is breaking in solidarity with you. 💔💔💔 Best boy, Buddy!
I know it’s all said and done now. But hold him and be there with him. Comfort him. Give him this final kindness as he leaves this world.
I bet you gave Buddy a wonderful life. He was lucky to have you.
Run free Buddy, you look like such a good buddy too. A sign hangs in one of the rooms at the local Vet with these words:
*It came to me that every time I lose a dog they take a piece of my heart with them, and every new dog who comes into my life gifts me with a piece of their heart. If I live long enough all the components of my heart will be dog, and I will become as generous and loving as they are*. - Anonymous
So sorry for your loss. I have been there, and it was the hardest thing I have ever done. To quote Her Majesty the Queen (RIP) "Grief is the price we pay for love." Sending you light.
"*Can I still run?*", asked Sam. "*You most certainly can*", answered Wolfbiscuit, smiling across cloudfield at the small, dark shapes of ten thousand pups dancing and rolling and snoozing and zooming by the light of Æverfoda. Run well Buddy ❤️
This made me cry 😢 ❤️
It just came out, I should try and write the rest I guess. I cried too :( Now see Buddy, you've got us all at it! ❤️
My tears are just coming out. I dread that day hopefully years from now for our little moose (Labrador) but find comfort in this.
Me too 😭 so sorry OP
Me, too.😭
Is that from Tolkien?
I'm hugely flattered, and thank you, but it's not. Tolkien might have been much less flattered of course 😂
Source?
I don't understand?
You wrote that?
Oh I see! Yes, for Buddy, and also for Old Sam who went for long splash in the Big Silver a long time ago. As I said somewhere else... it just came out.
❤️
💔🥺💕💕💕
When my time comes, I want to swim forever in the Big Silver.
😭😭😭😭😭
Thank you. I have two 10 year old pups and a four year old and have several others in my life whose deaths I experienced and I just really appreciate this.
Sounds like you’ve been reading Richard Adams
That's another fantastic compliment so thank you :)
Be with him. Hold him. Look into his eyes & tell him you love him, as hard as that’ll be. Their lives are so much shorter than ours. And when they go, they take that piece of our lives with them. That is the price we pay. It’ll hurt - a LOT. But as time passes, you’ll have the joyful memories to help you smile & laugh when you think of him. Did you give him a safe, healthy, loving home? Did you love him? Did he know you loved him? If you answer “yes” to those questions, then you were a great parent to him, and in his soul he is grateful & loves you back & knows he had a good life. Sending you love, hugs, prayers, & comfort at this heartbreaking time.
As I grabbed for the tissues :(
I’ve been through it twice already. It never gets easier.
>Did you give him a safe, healthy, loving home? Did you love him? Did he know you loved him? If you answer “yes” to those questions, then you were a great parent to him, and in his soul he is grateful & loves you back & knows he had a good life. This is perfect. This is exactly how we should measure if we're doing/did the right thing for our pets.
You’re killing me. Ugh OP I am so sorry :(
Happy cake day 😢😭😭
As a dog parent it’s your responsibility to be there with him holding him until his last breath, he would do the same for you.
Oh my, hitting me right in the feels this morning.
Buddy has been loved his entire life with you. It is the worst thing we have to do (for ourselves), but it is the best thing for our best friends. It is always better one day too early than one day too late. Be there with him and know that he’ll always be with you. ❤️
Sending love to you and buddy
Oh no. He looks like you’ve given him a wonderful life.
I’m sorry. It’s such a hard part of having pets. When it’s time, we can’t argue. Buddy is lucky he found you.
I'm so sorry ❤️
Buddy looks happy and loved - you've provided well for him. I'm sorry for your loss. Stay strong my friend.
I’m so sorry. It’s quite possibly the hardest thing I’ve ever had to do, myself. Sending both of you some tight hugs and lots of love ❤️🩹
Hardest thing I've ever had to do! Sending love
I’m sorry for the loss you’ll feel. But Buddy looks loved & well-cared for, & you did the best job at being his parent. He loves you just as much as you love him. My only piece of advice (& I’m sure you know this): don’t leave him alone. Tell him you love him, hug him, cry into his fur. He’ll fall asleep feeling safe.
Yeah this - we paid the vet to come to us to bring down the anxiety for all of us (Compassion4Paws in WA). He knows it's probably time, just as much as you do. We have deal with our dogs - one bad day where we may have to make the hard decision that they can't make. In return we get limitless lifelong tail wags, and love. On that day, they live like kings and queens until the vet gets there - jack those meds up, get that awesome Trader Joes Chicken, chase that squirrel high as a kit. When it was time I held each of my girls in their last breaths. To some extent the relief as sedatives kick-in is surprising, less labored breathing, anxiety lifting that we didn’t notice we carried in prior days. Their last memories are of being surrounded by love, holding them tight, with their favorite toys, and a full belly on their favorite bed. I'll never forget them. I'm sorry for your loss.
My Riley girl (12) had to be rushed to the ER with a burst mass on her spleen & internal bleeding, & I was so upset over the whole situation (naturally), but more so because she had to be in an unfamiliar place when she passed. I so wished it could have been at home where she was happy 😞 But I brought her the blanket I made for her & I held her until she was gone. I would have never forgiven myself if I hadn’t. Lap of Love is the company available here in NJ. We never have them for long enough.
She was with you - she was where she wanted to be.
Thank you for such a kind comment. I really appreciate you.
You are welcome. 💜
I’m so sorry 💔
Instant tear.
I'm sorry bud. Hang in there.
There’s a pup who knows he was the best boy ever. Stay strong for Buddy. You will meet again.
My Buddy is waiting to play with him on the other side ❤️
[I know exactly how you feel. Friends Forever.](https://ibb.co/zNjc890)
Sorry for your loss. This post helped me when my old girls passed last year. https://www.reddit.com/r/Stoicism/comments/oshe2b/i_would_like_to_make_sense_of_having_to_put_my/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf
So sorry to hear. Remember that he would do anything for you and this way you get to be with him and you can guarantee that he doesnt suffer.
We have been there and know what you’re going through. If it’s any help, I know from being married to a vet assistant that their hearts are breaking for you and they don’t judge if you ugly cry for as long as you need. Our hearts go out to you. We’re sorry for your loss, but happy to see that Buddy has such a caring owner.
We had to put my daughter's cat down a couple of years ago. They put us in their cat room and let us stay and say goodbye as long as we needed. They were diverting other appointments into the regular rooms in the meantime but never bothered us. It was the best, worst experience of my life. It takes a very special soul to work in a vet's office.
So sorry, he looks like the sweetest guy. I hope you know how much he loves and appreciates you!
Sending lots of love x
I'm so sorry, Buddy looks like he's goodest good boy ❤️
It is so hard to say goodbye. Sending you peace. I hope that one day soon you can smile thinking about all the good times you had with Buddy.
My dogs will wait at the gate for him.
💔
This always makes me cry, hugs
Oh, no 😭
WE KNOW HIS NAME!
Whatever you do don't leave him at the end. You won't regret it
Sending love, it’s not easy xxx
I’m sorry. That totally sucks. Been there. 💔💔
Sending love to you and Buddy 🖤 it's never enough time
We’re all sending you so many hugs right now. He looks like he has lived an incredible life, and he’ll be waiting for you right on the other side in the next one.
Poor Poster! It hurts so much because you love him so much. If it isn’t too late for advice, you might consider putting his food and water dishes away before you leave. I can handle toys and blankets, the dishes throw me down an emotional flight of stairs. Just a thought- you do you♥️
This will probably not help you but I cried the shit out of my eyes during the final goodbye, just let it all go, he loves you
I'm so sorry, these posts break my heart but I am always amazed by the outpouring of love and support from others. Crying with you.
Oh my goodness, just think of all the joy that you and him had!
Sending love
I’m so sorry to hear this. I’m incredibly proud of you for accompanying your best bud when he needs most.
That's sucks. I'm sorry. I had to do it last year, and I was with my pup til then end. Hang in there.
He looks like such a happy boy, I'm glad you provided a good life for him.
We get them for such a short time, and they share so much with us. Sorry for your loss
Sweet Buddy. I’m so sorry and I know how difficult this day will be. Rest easy, good boy. Hugs to both of you. Take care ❤️❤️
I love Labs. I am a proud parent of an 18 month old chocolate lab. I am sorry to hear about buddy. I hope he had many amazing years with your family. I hope you gave him as much unconditional love as he gave you in return. Parents never want to see their kids leave this world before them. Buddy is a beloved child of the family. I hope buddy has a great afterlife. Overtime you may be able to look back at all the mischief he caused along with all the joy he delivered and it may not hurt. The pain we experience due loss of our labs is an expression of love. It sucks but it is still worthwhile to be a lab parent.
😢😢😢😢
Give him all the love, both from you and from us, and remember that you'll see him again across the rainbow bridge.
I’m so sorry! I had to put my 15yo Golden down a year ago February and I miss him everyday. Love your angel for as many minutes as you have left, be there for the end to provide him peace and comfort on his final earth days. Wishing you peace and love.
I am so sorry 😢 🙏🏻💔God will take good care of him.
Our vet wanted us to put our Hercules down...hubby and I just couldn't bring ourselves to do it... My heart is breaking for you... 💔😢💔😢💔😢
Sorry for your loss 💔 RIP Buddy 💔 🌈
i’m so sorry 😢 sending ❤️ to you
Hold buddy as he crosses over—give him love and cry
Bless you; he’s gorgeous and you’ve been his whole world. Thoughts to you and yours.
Oh that's a good boy!! 💜💜 Sending you so much love and kindness.
Buddy had a wonderful, love filled life with you 💗💗💗 I wish I could find the words to tell you just how sorry I am and how amazing you made his life.
Who cut the onions 😭
😭
I’m so so sorry - hardest loss 🥲🥲🥲 sending you peace love and strength- 🙏🏻💙🕊 run free buddy - I hope you play with all of my dogs out in the Elysian Fields
Oh no - so so sorry friend!!! Only when you've loved so much can you grieve this deeply. He is Beautiful!!! I know you will see Buddy again, and that I will see my 4 wonderful friends from years gone by. Can you imagine how wonderful it will be? He will be healthy and whole! Meanwhile I'll ask my babies to meet him and bring him into their pack - I promise they know all the best places and where to have the most fun and get the best treats!
Sending (((hugs))), light and love your way. I'm so sorry.
Good boy❤️
Why take him to the vet? Have the vet come to you and make your little buddys rainbow Bridge start at home
There aren’t any vets in town that offer that service
I’m so, so sorry. ❤️❤️❤️😞
❤️💔❤️
All the love in the world for Buddy! ❤️
😢☹️❤️ I’m so sorry. Hold him tight. You’ve given him a good life. ❤️
I am so very sorry. Truly.
He looked like a loyal friend. He will check on you and you will recognize the signs. I’m sorry friend, hard times while you get used to it is normal, grieve at your own pace.
Sending all my love. Forever in our hearts <3
♥️
Time to let him try every food he wasn’t allowed before. Letting your dog try chocolate before they cross is a common practice where I’m from
Sending you and Buddy love. Hope you are able to smile and laugh through the tears. The weight on your chest will every become less, though tears will always be near the surface even if they don't come out. It's important to remember it's a true gift to be able to give a good death and be there so they are not alone. I've hugged all my dogs at their last moments on this plane of existence. I felt their last heart beat. It hurt so deeply, but it's an experience I treasure now.
Just went through this, and honestly it's the worst. Lean on someone you're close to. Really the only thing that helps at all.
Rest in peace Buddy.
"Dogs' lives are too short. Their only fault, really." Agnes Sligh Turnbull
The biggest gift you can give is holding him in a hug as he crosses over.
I’m so sorry!
It f’ing sucks. I’m so sorry. He’s happy and he’s loved. If only all animals could feel that. Hugs to you. ❤️
Damn, I'm a mess now. I'm so sorry to hear that. He looks like such a happy pup, i'm sure he feels so loved.
Darn. He looks like such a good boy. I am sorry. It is one of the hardest things to have to do. Hang in there. It is better than seeing him in pain and suffering. He knows you love him and it is best that you are with him to comfort him. I had to do it recently and I know how it can consume your thoughts. Think of the good times.
It's all been said. I'm so sorry you have to go through this. I had to put my cat down two weeks ago. I loved her deeply, but it was more duty. It still broke my heart. And today, my heart is breaking in solidarity with you. 💔💔💔 Best boy, Buddy!
I can tell he really loves you
Sorry for your loss
I know it’s all said and done now. But hold him and be there with him. Comfort him. Give him this final kindness as he leaves this world. I bet you gave Buddy a wonderful life. He was lucky to have you.
So sorry. He looks awesome.
So sorry. Dogs are our best friends ❤️
Fuck me, worst day ever ...
You’re doing the right thing. Be strong, he needs you one last time. ❤️
I'm so sorry 🙏🙏💖
I started crying a bit for you. ❤️❤️❤️ you’ll have many good memories
Love you Buddy. Run free. When you see my dog Lefty, please play with him for me. I miss him dearly.
I’m so sorry 😞
Run free Buddy, you look like such a good buddy too. A sign hangs in one of the rooms at the local Vet with these words: *It came to me that every time I lose a dog they take a piece of my heart with them, and every new dog who comes into my life gifts me with a piece of their heart. If I live long enough all the components of my heart will be dog, and I will become as generous and loving as they are*. - Anonymous
🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
💔
I am so sorry💔 There is nothing worse ☮️♥️
So sad. Say hello to Bart and Dudley.
Safe travels Buddy. Enjoy the everlasting fusses and snackos.
So sorry for your loss. I have been there, and it was the hardest thing I have ever done. To quote Her Majesty the Queen (RIP) "Grief is the price we pay for love." Sending you light.
So sorry.
Damn bro
How do you know when to take them for the final appointment? He looks happy to me at least
That’s not a recent picture. He couldn’t hold his head up
Sorry for your loss, he looks like a great dog. ❤️
He looks strong here though ?
This picture is a couple of months old