Very Sad

Hi everyone. I am totally devastated. My dog, Miley, had a massive stroke this morning and I had to put her to sleep. She was a rescue that I adopted 2 months ago from a shelter in NC because she was an old Yellow Lab that I knew no one would want because of her age. In such a short time, I fell in love with her. We did everything together. After my surgery, she would lay next to my bed and follow me just to make sure I was ok.

This weekend, she got sick. She had been panting all night and had trouble walking. She already had bad arthritis, but this time, she kept falling. She seemed better last night. This morning, I took her with me to do some appointments. When we got back home, I couldn't get her out of the car. She couldn't move. I rushed her to the vet. It took 3 people to lift her and put her on the gurney. The vet said she was sure she had a stroke, and probably had a few mini strokes this weekend because of the symptoms I described to her. She said because of her age, there was no guarantee that she would recover and that she was in terrible pain and suffering. I decided to let her go to sleep for the final time. She just laid calmly on the table on top of her princess blanket while i held her paw. And before you know it, she passed peacefully. Miley didn't deserve any more pain. Even though I know I did what was right for her, I am heartbroken. I miss her so much.

I cant eat. I keep throwing up. This past month has been so traumatic with the surgery and now my loss, I feel hopeless. I know I need to eat, but I cant. Please say a prayer that Miley rests peacefully.

 Lisa,



I am so sorry about Miley.  You did one of the hardest things that a pet owner can do.  I have had to do it myself and know how devastating it can be.  You have lost a member of your family.      Allow yourself a chance to grieve.  Don't be hard on yourself.  Your sadness is normal.   It will take time to get used to Miley being gone.  As much as you know that it was best for Miley, it is still hard.  Your best friend is gone and you are blaming yourself.  Please don't.  Miley is in heaven, running free as she did as a young puppy.  Think of her playing in a warm sunny meadow with other dogs, free of pain.  She will wait for you until you can see her again.  

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 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.

Thank you Nancy. I had toput my 15 year old cat Baxie to sleep in April of this year. She had lung cancer. It hurts so bad. I think what bothers me the most is that she had such a hard life and when we finally found each other, it wasnt long enough. I am sitiing in my room, looking at her empty bed and it is killing me. she use to wake me up at 5am every morning to go outside. But the past few days she didnt. She had the hardest time walking. Why does it have to hurt so bad when you do the most humane thing and end their suffering! This hurts so bad. I take comfort in knowing that she didnt die alone, which is what all humans and animals deserve.

I am so sorry to hear about your Miley.  She will rest in peace and you did the right thing.  You wouldn't want her to suffer.

I am so sorry.  Even though you may not have had her that long, she is and will always be a part of your family.

You are in my thoughts.

-Joy.

Lisa, Over the years I also have had to let go of my 4 legged fur babies. It is one of the hardest things that has to be done. But you know you did the right thing for a special friend. Miley will always be with you. Grieve for her, and also remember the great things she did for you. Even laugh at some of the  things she did. And remember, you gave her the best months of her life.

Lisa

I am so sorry for your loss.  I have to say I really commend you for picking an older animal that may have otherwise been put down in the shelter.  His last few months of life were full love and good times thanks to you. 

Our fur babies just have a way of crawling into our hearts. I hope as each day goes by that it gets easier for you.

I can't add anything to what the others have said, but I DO want to send you {{{{{{BIG HUGS}}}}}}} as you grieve for your Miley.