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Last Friday, my five-year-old Portuguese Water Dog, Minnow, passed away. Minnow was diagnosed with lymphoma about four months ago. And although we knew she would not be cured and she only had around six months to live, it hit pretty damn hard. I was away at a horse show, twelve hours away from home when I received the news. It was pretty hard to leave knowing I may not see her again. And when I was told, I couldn't stop feeling guilty. So yeah, that's the shit I'm going through. If any of you have pets or family members that have been diagnosed, I feel you. It sucks. My mailbox is always open. |
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Madi, I am very, very sorry to hear this. It is so sad.. and very devestating. I chose to put my heart dog down several years ago because she was diagnosed with Lymphoma and they told us eventually she would not be able to swallow... I did not want her to suffer and I did not want to see her as a "sick" dog. I wanted to remember her as the 10000% high energy, fun-loving, truly amazing dog she was. So we put her down. Anyone who knows me knows I was never a dog person, until I met my Twix (Australian Cattle Dog). There is an interesting story as to how she became a part of my life.. but that is not for this forum. She was the absolute smartest (I mean brilliant) dog I have EVER met.. and she stole my heart. But I was lucky to share the short time we had.. I think sometimes the best ones are taken earlier than we hope... because they work so hard overtime to make us happy . It does suck.. but I would rather do it all over again then to never have the chance to have had her in my life. Madi, please don't feel guilty. There is nothing that you could have done to change the situation. I understand the want to say good bye. But when you left for the show, I am sure you said good bye even if you thought you would see her again. She was the best Minnow she could be for you... and she did what she had to do.. and she knows you had to do what you were doing...but you never loved her any less and neither did she. I hope this makes sense... sometimes things flow better in my head and don't translate as clearly. Please also remember one unfortunatley true factor.... cancer does not discriminate... if there is anyone in the whole wide world who has not been affected by (personally, or famliy, friends, co-worker, pets) cancer congrats to them... they must live in a bubble. |
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I know the feeling of not being able to properly say a last good bye, and it's a horrible feeling that eats you up inside. I am so sorry that you are going through this, and you lost a beloved family member. She had the best life with you, and I am quite sure she is still watching over you. Sending hugs <3 |
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Lucky Ranch said:
I know the feeling of not being able to properly say a last good bye, and it's a horrible feeling that eats you up inside. I am so sorry that you are going through this, and you lost a beloved family member. She had the best life with you, and I am quite sure she is still watching over you. Sending hugs <3
Sporting Chance Farm said:
Madi, I am very, very sorry to hear this. It is so sad.. and very devestating. I chose to put my heart dog down several years ago because she was diagnosed with Lymphoma and they told us eventually she would not be able to swallow... I did not want her to suffer and I did not want to see her as a "sick" dog. I wanted to remember her as the 10000% high energy, fun-loving, truly amazing dog she was. So we put her down. Anyone who knows me knows I was never a dog person, until I met my Twix (Australian Cattle Dog). There is an interesting story as to how she became a part of my life.. but that is not for this forum. She was the absolute smartest (I mean brilliant) dog I have EVER met.. and she stole my heart. But I was lucky to share the short time we had.. I think sometimes the best ones are taken earlier than we hope... because they work so hard overtime to make us happy . It does suck.. but I would rather do it all over again then to never have the chance to have had her in my life. Madi, please don't feel guilty. There is nothing that you could have done to change the situation. I understand the want to say good bye. But when you left for the show, I am sure you said good bye even if you thought you would see her again. She was the best Minnow she could be for you... and she did what she had to do.. and she knows you had to do what you were doing...but you never loved her any less and neither did she. I hope this makes sense... sometimes things flow better in my head and don't translate as clearly. Please also remember one unfortunatley true factor.... cancer does not discriminate... if there is anyone in the whole wide world who has not been affected by (personally, or famliy, friends, co-worker, pets) cancer congrats to them... they must live in a bubble.
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I'm so sorry. That's such a devastating way to lose such a good friend 💔 |
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I am so sorry for your loss. I just went through this myself...I lost my 20 year old golden boy kitty to cancer on October 2nd and it absolutely broke my heart, I still cry over him all the time. It still doesn't seem real to me and yet I am all too aware that it is real. Something a friend told me a long time ago that sometimes helps me to remember is that so long as we keep our animals well-cared for and well-fed and loved, and keep them naive of the cruelties of the world, then we've done the very best by them and that's all they want from us. So sometimes I can take comfort in knowing that my animals were well-fed, warm, and loved but it still doesn't take away the sting of the loss. I don't know if that helps you at all...I know it won't help the sting of the loss especially right now but even though you were away when it happened, your dog didn't know how bad the world could be... she only knew love and a full belly and happiness with you and your family, and that's the best life a dog could ask for. I'm so sorry for your loss. I don't wish this pain on anybody. Hang in there and take care. If you ever need to talk, feel free to message me. |
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