85V65Sabre, I hope all the kind, heartfelt, & eloquent words posted here will ease your pain. It is a deep pain that I myself still feel today for the loss of my furry friends. God Speed to Bub, & condolences to you & yours.
I noticed there is a few dog lovers here
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THEWELSHM
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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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thewelshm
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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thewelshm
I have posted this before but think it is so appropriate
"You don't understand," he told them. "You will have to
feed these animals."
"That's all right," the Loving Ones said.
"You will have to clean up after them and take care of them forever."
"We don't care."
The Loving Ones did not listen. They went down to where
the Pets were and picked them up, seeing the love in their own hearts
reflected in the animals' eyes.
"They were not programmed right," the Angel said. "We can't offer a
warranty. We don't know how durable they are. Some of their systems
malfunction very quickly, others last a long time."
But the Loving Ones did not care.
They were holding the warm little bodies and finding
their hearts so filled
with love that they thought they would burst.
"We will take our chances," they said.
"You do not understand." The Angel tried one more time.
"They are so dependent on you that even the most well-made of them is
not designed to out live you. You are destined to suffer their loss."
The Loving Ones looked at the sweetness in their arms
and nodded.
"That is how it should be. It is a fair trade for the
love they offer."
The Angel just watched them all go, shaking his head.
"You have chosen Tears," he whispered.
"You don't understand," he told them. "You will have to
feed these animals."
"That's all right," the Loving Ones said.
"You will have to clean up after them and take care of them forever."
"We don't care."
The Loving Ones did not listen. They went down to where
the Pets were and picked them up, seeing the love in their own hearts
reflected in the animals' eyes.
"They were not programmed right," the Angel said. "We can't offer a
warranty. We don't know how durable they are. Some of their systems
malfunction very quickly, others last a long time."
But the Loving Ones did not care.
They were holding the warm little bodies and finding
their hearts so filled
with love that they thought they would burst.
"We will take our chances," they said.
"You do not understand." The Angel tried one more time.
"They are so dependent on you that even the most well-made of them is
not designed to out live you. You are destined to suffer their loss."
The Loving Ones looked at the sweetness in their arms
and nodded.
"That is how it should be. It is a fair trade for the
love they offer."
The Angel just watched them all go, shaking his head.
"You have chosen Tears," he whispered.
rolomac
Member
My beloved old Buddy rests on a hillside near my home. I pass by his grave almost every day and never fail to pause and whisper - "you're such a good boy." And I silently give thanks that I am so blessed to have him be a part of my life. And there are others who are a part of my life and I'm comforted knowing that they are waiting for me. My mother told me that dogs go to heaven and my mom wouldn't lie to me.
rolomac
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Sorry for your loss. We will be doing the same very soon with our beloved "Heart" (bull terrier).
She is not our first four legged family member...but will probably be our last.
Again, our sincerest condolences on your loss.
God bless.
She is not our first four legged family member...but will probably be our last.
Again, our sincerest condolences on your loss.
God bless.
LMWIS
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Like many who expressed their condolences here, I too am facing the same difficulties with a canine member of my family.
Rest consoled in the fact that the love you have will not diminish, and will you will be reminded only of the treasured memories of the loved and lost.
I pray that I will inspire such loyalty when my time comes...,
Rest consoled in the fact that the love you have will not diminish, and will you will be reminded only of the treasured memories of the loved and lost.
I pray that I will inspire such loyalty when my time comes...,
Kernel Crittenden
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Sabre,
You did the right thing. One of my biggest regrets is not having the wisdom and courage to put down a beloved family pet when it was time. It haunts me to this day.
You did the right thing. One of my biggest regrets is not having the wisdom and courage to put down a beloved family pet when it was time. It haunts me to this day.
I am so sorry for your loss. As I am sitting here writing to you the only one in my company is my Lily, a six year Toy Fox terrier. My wife bought her ix years ago without my approval. It is the best thing she has done in our marriage. Please hand in there, a lot of us are thinking of you and saying a little prayer.
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85V65Sabre
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Kernel, Thanks for.the kind words.
I too am haunted by a few that should have been let go sooner.
That is a mistake I did not want to make with Bub.
I went out of my way to make sure his last days were happy ones. But there is still the pain of loosing a friend.
Today, the house was a lonely & quiet place.
You have my deepest condolences.
I lost Luke last year, still can't talk about it.
May God bless.
I lost Luke last year, still can't talk about it.
May God bless.
SW_shooter
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So Sorry for your loss of a dear friend and companion. It's never easy. I still get something in my eyes when I think about each that I have lost along the way. Darn allergies.
The Mrs and I have taken to providing transport for rescues. She monitors the FB and when there's a dog on death row that needs a freedom ride we jump in the suv and go get'em. We just started and we've picked up 4 so far. The first three all got adopted rather quickly. The fourth was just last week and should find a home soon.
There is a very good sense of feeling good when you see the joy in the dog's face when you take them out of the shelter and drive them to a foster home, knowing they are about to have a better life. It doesn't make the hurt of loss go away, but it sure helps put a smile back on my face.
Hang in there, find another to give your love to.......dog that is
The Mrs and I have taken to providing transport for rescues. She monitors the FB and when there's a dog on death row that needs a freedom ride we jump in the suv and go get'em. We just started and we've picked up 4 so far. The first three all got adopted rather quickly. The fourth was just last week and should find a home soon.
There is a very good sense of feeling good when you see the joy in the dog's face when you take them out of the shelter and drive them to a foster home, knowing they are about to have a better life. It doesn't make the hurt of loss go away, but it sure helps put a smile back on my face.
Hang in there, find another to give your love to.......dog that is
Doug M.
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Sorry for your loss. It never get better, each time sucks, but I have to bring a successor in to my life.
Sorry to hear about the loss of your buddy. They are family and are missed.
Stirling
Member
That really is rough mate. I know how you feel and how difficult a choice it is to make. My father is currently in the same position with his Jack Russell but he still has to done what is necessary. They are true friends, I still miss the last dog I lost even though I've found another. Hang tough and keep your eyes peeled for a pup that needs you. 
Here's mine enjoying her dogs life in my sons bed.
Here's mine enjoying her dogs life in my sons bed.
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bobcat
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I'm sorry, I know and understand the pain of losing your friend, and hope you can remember the times you shared with joy. Take care amigo...
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85V65Sabre
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Tonight......... I'm missing the love of a good hound dog, or two.[emoji20]
L..C.
Bub
L..C.
Bub
THEWELSHM
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Tonight I sit in a puddle of tears.......
I had to have my boy Bub put down.
He was 12+ years old, and over the last year he had slowly went down hill to the point where getting up and walking was painful for him even though he tried not to show it.
He had lived a long good life but I could not sit and watch him suffer any more.
I know in time the pain I feel in my hart will fade. But today. I miss my best friend
I'm so sorry for your loss , he will be waiting for you at the Rainbow bridge cherish the memories and the blessings of un conditional love from a mans best friend.,.
God bless
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Who would have thought that cleaning year old dog snot off the windshield of the truck would bring tears to my eyes.[emoji25]
I love and miss you Bub.[emoji25][emoji97]
I love and miss you Bub.[emoji25][emoji97]
Doug M.
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Sure is dusty in here all of a sudden.
