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To Indy with love.
Asked Jul 22, 2011, 07:29 PM
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39 Answers As many of you know, we put our 16 year old dog Indy to sleep today. It was the hardest thing we've ever had to do. I really have to thank our vet clinic. They were amazing. As soon as we walked in they took us to the room that's strictly for euthanasia. They got Indy a blanket so he could lay comfortably on the floor. Rod and I sat on the blanket with him, petting him, telling him how very much we love him, begging him to understand, crying. They didn't rush us, told us they'd go at our pace. They took Indy out to put in the IV, then brought him back to the room. They had the sticky vet gauze on his leg to hold the IV in place. They'd cut out some red gauze in the shape of a heart to put on top. That little detail meant so much to me. They let us have some time alone to say our goodbyes. When we were ready the vet came in, told us what would happen, and then gave the injection. Indy started to close his eyes, then he suddenly lifted his head up, as if he was going to sit up, licked my face, and then he died in my arms. He gave me that one last gift. I hope that was his way of saying that he understands. It's over now. He's been cremated, and we're back home. His absence is a huge void. I miss hearing him pant, hearing him bark to let me know he needs help getting up. I miss his face, his eyes. I miss him. I can't stop crying. Indy, I miss you. I love you. I will never forget you. We had you with us for 16 years, longer then most people get. I treasure each memory. This hurts, but I would do it all again, because I had you in my life. You are worth every moment of pain I'm feeling now. Wait for me on the other side. We will meet again. Rest in Peace my sweet Indy. Attachment 36825 My best friend closed his eyes last night, As his head was in my hand. The Doctors said he was in pain, And it was hard for him to stand. The thoughts that scurried through my head, As I cradled him in my arms. Were of his younger, puppy years, And OH...his many charms. Today, there was no gentle nudge With an intense "I love you gaze", Only a heart that's filled with tears Remembering our joy filled days. But an Angel just appeared to me, And he said, "You should cry no more, GOD also loves our canine friends, HE's installed a 'doggy-door"! |
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| I don't think it can be said enough-you did the right thing. I know at this time you would have preferred he died at home on his own, but that brings its own feelings of guilt especially if it had been one of the children who found him. This way they can remember him as he was and encourage you to remember the better days, too. Sleeping with Little Indy sounds like a very good idea. Just because we are adults doesn't mean we can't sleep with stuffed animals. I sleep with a stuffed dog that Cats gave me for Valentine's Day/our anniversary a couple of years ago. The pictures and stories are great. Indy was a very well loved puppy and it shows. Love, hugs, a virtual shoulder...whatever I can give is yours. {{{{Alty}}}} | ||||
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| Alty, are talking about the good times helping you? If so I suggest turning this thread into a place where you can type up bunches of memories, read them again later, and type up more as you remember them. Fill this thread with happiness and pour your heart into it. If that whole garbage in garbage out is true, then Love and happiness in, love and happiness out must be. | ||||
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| Yeah, she's a mix. She's Lab and Aussie. I seriously look at that pic and totally see Mick. We call her Mama Dog. She has housebroken all of the other pups we have had since her. Every time she had to go out she would pick the other pups up from the scruff of the neck and take them out too until they were completely potty trained! | ||||
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| I'm a little late, Sorry, I've been really busy and haven't been on in a couple days. I am sorry for the loss of your friend. I have been where you are right now. Amazing how they can let us know when it's time. And it's only our love for them that allows us to let them go. 16 years is a good long life and I'm certain Indy was as blessed by your presence as you obviousely were by his. As for, "Does he know we did it out of love?" Of course he does. My Sam let me know when he was tired and ready to go and I made sure he felt my love it and saw it in my eyes, but even more than that I saw it is his. So I think the answer is most definitely "Yes" It will get easier to get through the days ahead, but as well as I know, you also know that his memory will evermore be a part of yours' and your familys lives. Especially the ones that make you chuckle. Sincerely, LadySam | ||||
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