She was my best friend in the world, helped me raise my kids, was only 9 years old. Took her to the vet. It was so sudden. I can't handle this. I don't know what to do.
Ah, so sorry.
They can be such a large part of our lives.
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I am so sorry FlashyWe never have enough time with them. Praying for you.
Sherry in GA
So sorry. My daughter will be going through this with her 8 year old dog. They definitely are a part of the family.
dc
I'm so sorry for your loss.
I am very sorry.. Keeping you in my thoughts and praying for comfort...
Sorry to hear about Trixie.
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Thank you so much. Your prayers are much appreciated! We lost Clara, our hurricane rescue dog in June. I loved her dearly, but Trixie was my baby. I have oodles of clothes and bows for her. Her health hadn't been good. She had major bladder stone surgery a few years ago and needed knee surgery. She was on a diet so she could have it. She also had liver issues. She was born with a liver shunt. Two nights ago, she didn't eat her dinner, then yesterday she refused breakfast also. I made an appointment for 3:00. By the time I took her in, I looked at her gums and they were very pale. Because of her knee problems, she wasn't very mobile so maybe that is why I didn't notice she was lethargic? The vet looked at her and said to keep in mind all of her issues. We thought maybe she had her bladder stones again. She had just been xrayed last June to see if she had new ones and she did not. The vet took xrays and took me into the back to look. My husband joined me at this time. The xrays showed fluid around her stomach and her spleen looked like it was in the wrong place and there was a large "something" all down the right side of her abdomen. The vet couldn't tell for sure if it was a mass or not without doing an ultrasound. They then took blood to check and she had anemia and needed an immediate blood transfusion to stabilize her. My vet cannot do ultrasounds or blood transfusions so we would have had to take her to St. Louis for this. The cost would have been over $2000.00 because she also would have had to stay in the hospital for several days. They said she would have had to stay there for a few days before they could even do an ultrasound to see what her issues were. I held her all afternoon in my arms. I had to make the decision not to put her through any more. I didn't want to upset her and rush her to another vet and then abandon her there only to have her suffer for a few days. I held her in my lap as she died and held her head. The vet was very good with her too. My heart is breaking. This is the first dog I have ever been with as they died. My husband and daughter usually take them. The odd thing is that Trixie and I were so close that I vowed to be the one to hold her if we ever had to put her to sleep. I guess God made sure that this was the case.
(((Flashyzipp))) I am so sorry. You did all you could and you were so good to her.
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She is so pretty. I know she was your little angel. I will go through this too someday with 4 dogs and 1 big ole white cat in my lap as I type. Each one of them are special to us, and each one is so different. Just like people with different personalities. They are our family. We all know this is hard, but we are blessed we got to have them, and be their moms and dads.
susan
I'm so sorry, Flashyzipp - We have a big girl - 10 years old and her health is really declining. My prayers are with you - I know your heart is breaking.
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss.
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My spirit is free, but I’ll never depart
as long as you keep me alive in your heart.
I’ll never wander out of your sight-
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and the beautiful dreams that come while you sleep.
I’m the smile you see on a baby’s face.
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I am so very sorry......crying with you.
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So sorry to hear of your loss. We lost our 20 year old pet a few years back, and it was hard for all of us. My kids grew up with her. You did the right thing for Trixie.
Flashy- I am so sorry for you. It seems everyone is leaving. On Monday I had to take my Sasha kitty to go over the rainbow bridge. She was my protector. Monday was very bad for me but yesterday was a little better. I know she is in heaven with all my other pets and she is running around healthy. Hugs to you!!
Sending one of our family (even if they are an animal) on their way is incredibly difficult. Think of the good time you had together and be proud that you had the presence of mind to make such tough decision. Keeping her around in pain, without a quality of life would have been a selfish decision, you did good.
We put down our 14 year old hound this summer and it was gut wrenching. I'd say that all the foks throughout this thread are right there with you in your distress.
Regards,
Jeff B.
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(((Flashyzipp))) So sorry.
It's so very very hard to lose a precious pet that has been a part of your family for a long time. Almost two years ago, I lost my "protector," my black lab mix who was with me where ever I went outside. I always felt safe with her around as I knew she was watching out for me and would fight for me. I still miss her...........
Prayers going up for you and your family.
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So so so sorry. (((hugs)))
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I know how it feels, Flashy. Prayers for you and your family. Stop by the shelter in a few weeks. You can't replace Trixie, but you can fill the hole and save another life.
sadly,
GO
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Ah, gee, I am so sorry
Sorry for your loss. She'll be waiting for you at The Bridge
Awww I'm really sorry
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So sorry for your loss. Our dogs are part of our family. They all have human names.
I understand your grief.
If it's too hard, your doing it wrong.
I am so sorry for your loss.
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You did the best thing for her, and gave her the last gift you could give her. Animals don't fear death, but they don't understand pain and not feeling well. It sounds like she had a wonderful life with you. It will get better, I promise, but it takes time. And they never, ever live long enough. :-(
Summerthyme
So sorry for you. Just remember that she's in a better place now.
Awwww.
Prayers for us all..
lw
I'm so sorry for your loss. God brought Trixie into your life and I pray that He will bless you with another pet to heal your heart.
My black lab, Sam, will be 9 y.o next month. I cherish every day with him. He chose me when he was 4 weeks old and has been my best buddy ever since. I thank God that He brought us together.
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Thank you so much for your thoughts and prayers. This is really tough. Her crate still is next to my computer and my closet is filled with her coats, clothes and bows. She loved to get dressed up. I think it is so tough because it was so sudden. As my other dogs aged, I knew their time was growing short. With Trixie, it just happened so quickly. I wasn't ready. I didn't want to do that yesterday. It wasn't supposed to happen like that.
Take comfort in the 9 wonderful years you had her. She was meant only for you. In time...there is someone else who needs you. When I lost Sunni suddenly after only 5 years, I was in your shoes, she was my best friend. The Lord led me to someone else who needed me. There will never be another Trixie but there is someone else waiting for you...Originally Posted by Flashyzipp
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Your Trixie is a little cutie pie FZ!
You did the right thing. To send her away for for a "maybe, might work" thing would have been unbearable for both of you.
Perhaps in time you can honor her memory by saving another dog in need.
My sympathy.... I know it's hard.
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Flashy, your posts bring tears to my eyes. i am so sorry. You did the right thing. never second guess yourself. Sometimes the hardest thing in the world is to let go. You loved her enough not to let her suffer. Even if you had taken her in sooner, I think the result would have been the same.
Trixie was and is a wonderful blessing in your life & she made your life better. what a wonderful gift she gave you and what a wonderful blessing you were in her life. Take time to grieve. Then, when you're ready, go rescue another dog and bless & be blessed again.
Praying for you an your family!!
Sharing your tears.
Ah!
Sorry to hear abotu your loss.. My baby kitty (Ok she is 16) means the world to me as well !!! She is like a daughter to me ebcause I haev no kids.
Sorry again at the loss of your baby
There are no happy endings when we take a pet into our lives - but I cannot imagine life without one. We share your loss and sorrow.
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Oh no...I'm so sorry, she's adorable. I pray God brings you comfort to fill that empty space.
I am so sorry. It is so hard to lose a loved pet.
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