I think you all know that my dog Taffy has been ailing, well I think its time. She hasn't moved from the one spot since yesterday afternoon. She can get out but has to be carried back in. I went to work today and my son and hubby had to deal with the situation. We all love her deeply. I have had her since she was five weeks old and she is now l3. She has been a wonderful lady. We are saying goodbye to her today. She is suffering, not eating or drinking. So we have an appt. at 5:30 today at the vets. Folks, this is hard.

Sad tick

Oh, Tick. I'm so sorry.

My Mom had to put down our beloved Abby-girl on Saturday. We had her for 20 years. She was our connector cat to my Dad, who has passed on.

I'm going to attach a link to a beautiful poem that a friend gave to me this week...

You'll be in my thoughts.

<Petloss.com - Rainbow Bridge>

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Oh, Tick. I'm so sorry.

My Mom had to put down our beloved Abby-girl on Saturday. We had her for 20 years. She was our connector cat to my Dad, who has passed on.

I'm going to attach a link to a beautiful poem that a friend gave to me this week....

You'll be in my thoughts.

<Petloss.com - Rainbow Bridge>

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Thanks so much for your lovely thought. I didn't get weepy until I read you link. Its 3:15 here, I just got home from work and the appt. is for 5:30. I am prepared. She isn't any better and will not be. I know my pup inside and out.

Hugs and thank you again

I know this is rough. We all knew at Christmas that it would be Abby's last holiday with us, but it still hurts.

She was also at the point where walking hurt her, her little legs would wobble, she couldn't jump, and her bladder started having issues.

Even though we see them hurt, it hurts us so much to have to let them go.

Take some pictures with you all before you take you're her over. She'll forever live in your family's hearts.

Take care.

I'm so sorry, tickle. I know it's hard.

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I'm so sorry, tickle. I know it's hard.

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Thanks, luvvy, I am holding in there. She is laying right beside me; she raised her head to give me a kiss; her first to me today. It has been a long day, longer for my son and hubby who have been with her all day. I am fortifying myself with vodka and soda and a twist of lime. It is our happy hour together still, but not tomorrow.

Awww (((hugs))) You are doing the right thing. Stay strong

Hugs Tick

Been there done that and it's horrible , just remember she'll be in a far better place once put to rest and be able to run and jump again with all the other Angel Dogs.

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Hugs Tick

Been there done that and it's horrible , just remember she'll be in a far better place once put to rest and be able to run and jump again with all the other Angel Dogs.

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Hugs back for the thought. She is gone now. She had been completely enemic by today apparently. I knew something was terribly wrong anyway. Yes, she can run her heart out again. She was unstoppable.

Tick

<<HUGS>>

You guys are in my thoughts.

I'm so sorry Tick, I know how hard it is.
I'm positive she knows how much you love her, dogs can tell these things.

And yes, I'm sure she is having so much fun right now running and jumping and being a puppy again :)

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I'm so sorry Tick, I know how hard it is.
I'm positive she knows how much you love her, dogs can tell these things.

And yes, I'm sure she is having so much fun right now running and jumping and being a puppy again :)

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Hi, shaz, first morning without her here. I knew this would be the hardest part. Pickle, my cat, is confused, they used to sit after eating in the morning, together with me at the computer while I was on here. Its around 6:30am here now. Yesterday she was very weak, couldn't go out, lost her bladder in the house. The vet said last summer when she damaged that leg that she wouldn't last through the winter. She had been enemic off and on for a the last few years so that didn't help her condition. I refused to believe it, but that's how it came to be eventually. Vet said she was surprised she lasted this long. This all came about in the last two weeks. Its funny you know, Dr. Shand said that when I noticed that she couldn't possibly please me any longer then it would be the end. I will never doubt my vet again.

By yesterday afternoon, her gums were almost completely white.

Chris, my son, carried her out to the car, she was just such a big girl, lovely animal. He had carried her home at five weeks old 13 years ago, so it was only fitting that he wanted to be with her in the back seat.

Thanks Shazzy, hugs. I knew getting up in the morning with her not here was going to be the hardest thing to do.

Annie

We are here for you Tick.
It sounds like you have some wonderful memories to share when you are ready.
You did the right thing, for both her and you.

Tick, I am so sorry for your loss. May she be remembered for the love and joy she brought your family.

{{{{{{{Tick}}}}}}}

Sorry to hear this Tick. Losing a pet is hard because they become part of the family. Just rest easy (or easier) knowing that you're doing the right thing for her by putting an end to her suffering.

Take care,
NM

Thanks, cats and nikos, you don't know how much I appreciate your sentiments. I just love how we all stick together with the support when a loss is evident. It has gotten better for my son and I as the day wears on, but coming back from shopping and not seeing her greeting us, well, you both know I am sure.

Thanks again

Annie

I'm so sorry Tick. I have had to do this also so I know the pain you are going through.

The Rainbow Bridge

Just this side of heaven is a place called the Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to the 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, 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 each 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. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run 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.

Then you cross the Rainbow Bridge together



-Anonymous

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well, you both know I am sure.

annie

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Unfortunately, I do. Cats and I have been there before and are facing the same decision with our Rissa. It is very difficult to lose someone you love even if they are four-footed and furry.

You are all (even the cat) in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this.

Cat

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I'm so sorry Tick. I have had to do this also so I know the pain you are going through.

The Rainbow Bridge

Just this side of heaven is a place called the Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to the 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, 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 each 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. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run 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.

Then you cross the Rainbow Bridge together



-Anonymous

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Yes, that's beautiful. Made me teary again. I going to have to meet two or three then and we will be a crowd running together... a horse along the way too.

Tick

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Unfortunately, I do. Cats and I have been there before and are facing the same decision with our Rissa. It is very difficult to lose someone you love even if they are four-footed and furry.

You are all (even the cat) in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this.

Cat

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Oh yes, little Pickle. She was great friends with Taffy. When Pickle was small she used to sleep on Taffy's back for warmth. I think Pickle is adjusting now at the end of the day. She is getting special attention from all of us. My little barn cat who never grew out of the barn really. She is still a tad feral, that is her charm I think; it gives her much attitude and we love her more for how she is.

Tick