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Related: Culture Forums, Support ForumsOur dog died suddenly this morning I can hardly breathe.
He was our 13 year old baby - always together.
Our house is full of his toys -seems so terribly quiet and empty.
I would post his adorable little picture but I don't think its allowed.
If you saw him you would love him, too.
Response to Peregrine Took (Original post)
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Me.
(35,454 posts)DonaldsRump
(7,715 posts)Rorey
(8,445 posts)Evergreen Emerald
(13,069 posts)Losing a pet is heart wrenching.
DarthDem
(5,256 posts)He sounds like he was a wonderful companion and much loved. All my best to you.
BusyBeingBest
(8,055 posts)Bettie
(16,111 posts)dogs are wonderful.
dewsgirl
(14,961 posts)awesomerwb1
(4,268 posts)Been through a few pet losses so I know how you're feeling.
Hope you feel better soon and I hope you find another little angel to love and spoil soon.
Ohiogal
(32,015 posts)I cant imagine what youre feeling right now.
whopis01
(3,514 posts)I am sure he knows he was loved his entire life.
Raven
(13,895 posts)samnsara
(17,623 posts)...my heart is breaking for you....your best friend gave you the best gift. (((hugs)))
SWBTATTReg
(22,144 posts)to you and your family.
Post his picture, I don't think you're going to run into any problems in posting here on DU, after all, a few of
us do post 100s of animal related pictures and/or stories too, which we all read.
Again, my condolences for your loss.
Kota
(901 posts)MissMillie
(38,562 posts)There is absolutely nothing wrong w/ posting a picture of your little loved one. In fact, I'm sure it will bring a smile to many of us here.
He's going to miss you too, for certain.
musicman65
(524 posts)sorry for your loss of a family member,we did it 8 years ago,and still empty,even though we have a 5 year old german shepherd
you never truly heal,just move on a bit and share more love
zanana1
(6,122 posts)The loss of a pet is one of the worst things that can happen to us, even if we know it's coming
ProfessorGAC
(65,079 posts)Weve dealt with it too.
Its a drag.
Hang in there.
zeusdogmom
(994 posts)Death of a beloved dog is one of the hardest things to endure.
jls4561
(1,257 posts)My heart goes out to you
Duppers
(28,125 posts)Fur kids are our kids! And their passing leaves giant holes in our hearts.
tosh
(4,423 posts)mysteryowl
(7,390 posts)When my animals have died, I collect some of their items and create a kind of memorial altar. I liked having it for a week or two. It helped me.
defacto7
(13,485 posts)I'd love to see him.
handmade34
(22,756 posts)MontanaMama
(23,322 posts)I am so sorry for your loss. Our pets never live long enough.
happybird
(4,608 posts)Sending you love and hugs
lapfog_1
(29,205 posts)Give yourself some time to grieve... and then, if you can, find another companion animal to share your life.
CaptYossarian
(6,448 posts)You see them every day, talk to them, and share quality time.
I'm so very sorry.
vercetti2021
(10,156 posts)I know that feeling very well.
Phoenix61
(17,006 posts)Be gentle with yourself. You lost a good friend.
Midnight Writer
(21,770 posts)AJT
(5,240 posts)FakeNoose
(32,656 posts)Ginger42
(59 posts)I'm so sorry. However long our dogs are with us, it's never long enough. They bring us so much joy and take up so much space in our lives that they leave a big hole when we lose them. I know that "terribly quiet and empty" feeling, too. He was obviously very much loved and had a great doggie life.
MojoWrkn
(139 posts)my 3 dogs!
ms liberty
(8,581 posts)I am so sorry for your loss! I've been thru it a few times myself. It just isn't ever easy.
hlthe2b
(102,300 posts)I let myself cry during long walks (typically not in sight of other hikers) for some time after my last precious girl. And something that helped me is keeping a lock of her hair in a little keepsake box that I could touch now and then. It has always made it feel she is still with me.
May you focus as much as possible on the memories of joy your pup brought you. They are a gift, even if allowed to us for far too short a time.
pamdb
(1,332 posts)i think pictures are allowed.
I don't know what's worse, having them die like that or taking them to the vet and holding them while they are put to sleep. Both are so hard. My sympathies.
Jim__
(14,077 posts)NurseJackie
(42,862 posts)ahlnord
(91 posts)I am so sorry for you. What a wonderful companion he must have been, and I am sure he was very fortunate to be with you. Please cherish the loving memories and know that your sorrow is a bridge to the shared humanity of all loving people.
karin_sj
(810 posts)My heart goes out to you. Its so unbearably sad when our beloved fur companions are no longer with us. We experienced that many years ago with our beloved shepherd/husky mix and it took 14 years for us to get another dog. We finally got another dog, a rescue German shepherd, who is 14 years old now and we take it day to day. I know the day is coming in the not-too-distant future and I dread it.
Take care and know it will get easier in time. One of the hardest things for us was looking around for her and feeling the emptiness when she wasnt there. And yes, please post a picture of him. Im sure it is allowed as Ive seen lots of other people post pictures of their pets.
mnhtnbb
(31,395 posts)There is no reason you can't post a photo of him.
My almost 14 yo pup is living with a heart arrhythmia diagnosed 2 1/2 years ago which makes her susceptible to sudden death.
These fur babies will be in our hearts forever.
vishnura
(247 posts)Texin
(2,596 posts)It's something we can prepare our minds around, but the reality is so much more profoundly sad that we can't unbreak our hearts from the loss.
FoxNewsSucks
(10,434 posts)they're never here long enough
It's OK to post his pictures. I'd like to see him and I'm sure everyone else would too
Frustratedlady
(16,254 posts)I wish I'd had DU when our pets left us. It is so painful. May you find peace.
pnwmom
(108,980 posts)Please post the picture. People post animal photos here frequently.
Karadeniz
(22,540 posts)For what you're going through. As an animal rescuer who's kept many unadoptables and raised them for years, I've had to suffer their passings more than most people. Just gutwrenching to lose those who we love so much. I'm so sorry for your loss.
peacebuzzard
(5,175 posts)😞
Mersky
(4,982 posts)I have been there. Breathe slow and deep. Take extra care with yourself as you get through the day and week. Your pup would want that for all the good living you gave him.
lunasun
(21,646 posts)lunatica
(53,410 posts)(((((((Peregrine Took))))))).
Its heartbreaking!
Moostache
(9,897 posts)It never gets any easier because we love them like family. I hope you get the support and understanding you need in this time of grief.
Politicub
(12,165 posts)I am sorry about your loss.
democrank
(11,096 posts).
FM123
(10,053 posts)Tikki
(14,558 posts)So very sorry in your loss.
The Tikkis
seta1950
(932 posts)wryter2000
(46,051 posts)I'm so sorry. That has to hurt like hell.
democrattotheend
(11,605 posts):hugs:
The Mouth
(3,153 posts)mithnanthy
(1,725 posts)So sad to lose your sweet pet.
Fla Dem
(23,694 posts)Phentex
(16,334 posts)what a terrible shock. I know how much this hurts.
Niagara
(7,631 posts)I'm so sorry for your unexpected loss. My heart goes out to you.
Peregrine Took
(7,415 posts)no matter our particular stripe of the Democratic Party, we all have compassion for animals-
Thanks again.
smirkymonkey
(63,221 posts)How heartbreaking! Of course you can post his adorable picture. I am sure we would all love him too! Please take care. My condolences to you and your family.
Skittles
(153,169 posts)Grieve not,
nor speak of me with tears,
but laugh and talk of me
as if I were beside you.
I loved You so
twas heaven here with you.
Isla Paschal Richardson
mzmolly
(50,998 posts)sinkingfeeling
(51,461 posts)feel so unreal. I know the pain you are feeling.
Hugs
jimlup
(7,968 posts)As a pet lover - I can relate
Blue_playwright
(1,568 posts)StarryNite
(9,447 posts)Botany
(70,522 posts)BTW if your dog passed on its own then that is a blessing in not having to take that
last trip to the vet.
Just remember the more you hurt now shows just how much you and your dog loved
each other.
The Velveteen Ocelot
(115,749 posts)And please do post a picture.
Backseat Driver
(4,393 posts)Dennis Donovan
(18,770 posts)Polly Hennessey
(6,799 posts)I know the pain and quiet are unbearable. I have felt trapped because I know they cannot return. It is an impossible feeling knowing you can do nothing. What I do know is that the pain will lessen. It will never leave you but it will become less. I only wish that all of the DU family who responded could be there with you. We understand your pain.
Beaverhausen
(24,470 posts)So sorry about the loss of your baby.
Bayard
(22,105 posts)SO sorry! Please post his picture.
I'm sure he knew you loved him. I've lost so many of various species over the years. It never gets any easier, but remember him as young, healthy, playing with his toys, and sitting in your lap.
gopiscrap
(23,761 posts)our furry friends become family. They have a unique and important way of entering our hearts! I would love to see a picture of him. I have felt the same type of loss you are experiencing. My heart goes out to you! Mike
a kennedy
(29,675 posts)Stuart G
(38,436 posts)csziggy
(34,136 posts)Rhiannon12866
(205,552 posts)And the feeling is often unbearable. One thing that you need to remember is how fortunate your dog was to have had you. And of course a picture is allowed, we love pet pix on DU...