Loss of a Pet

Pets, on the whole, die before we do.

For your own sake, start understanding that.

I'm sorry to hear about your loss. Dogs are really special to their people.

I would imagine that your mom really does care, but sometimes if there is something new to focus your energy on, say a puppy in this case, it helps ease some of the pain from losing your dogs.

Just remember that you'll always have those great memories of your special pets.

I'm sorry, Writerdog. Losing a pet is tough.

The only time they hurt us is when they have to go... your mom cares. We all have different ways of dealing with the things that hurt us most. ((Hugs)) for all of you, including Missy.

I had to put down one of my cats last week who hadn't had an unhealthy day in 15 years. I had to put down three other pets in the past 30 years. I'm training my youngest dog on how to go about putting me down if I'm destined to go before her.

Suck it up.

Me sainted ol' mother used to say, "If you don't have anything nice to say, shut yer yap." This is as good a place as any to cling to those dear words. Bless ye, ma.

Rich said:

...I'm training my youngest dog on how to go about putting me down if I'm destined to go before her...

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Why wait?

Rich said:

Suck it up.

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You, sir, can go take a flying fuck. The girl just lost her dog. Don't be an asswipe.

writerdog said:

This week my family lost something very special. Our ten year old mixed dog named Squirtle. I'm not sure who it's been hardest on. My parents and me or our remaining dog, Missy. Even more devistating is knowing Missy will be dieing of jaw cancer shortly. Mom's already started looking for new puppies. This makes me sad because I now wonder if she cared about these pups. Thanks for reading this rant people.

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Condolences, writerdog. Losing a pet is never easy. I'm sure your mom loved Squirtle. This is her way of coping with the loss.

aadams73 said:

You, sir, can go take a flying fuck. The girl just lost her dog. Don't be an asswipe.

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...Which, loosely translated, means "Suck my GB," aadams73?

scarletpeaches said:

...Which, loosely translated, means "Suck my GB," aadams73?

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I wouldn't let him suck my girlballs on a dare! But yes, that's basically what it means.

writerdog said:

This week my family lost something very special. Our ten year old mixed dog named Squirtle. I'm not sure who it's been hardest on. My parents and me or our remaining dog, Missy. Even more devistating is knowing Missy will be dieing of jaw cancer shortly. Mom's already started looking for new puppies. This makes me sad because I now wonder if she cared about these pups. Thanks for reading this rant people.

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PM me your last name so I can add you to my friends (myspace)

Getting a new puppy is a way to cope with losing a much-loved pet. I know it's hard to think of giving your love to a new puppy, especially with the reality of death so fresh in your mind, but give the new one a chance, let it into your heart, and you'll find Squirtle there, too, wanting you to be happy again.

Your mom's probably just trying to be strong for you.

It said I need that or your e-mail address...I just picked the less-invasive one

Writerdog and all else who can't figure shit out--again, suck it up.

Was the dog euthanized, writerdog? Were you there in the room stroking the dog when the vet euthanized it? I did--all four.

Aadams, how many pets have you had to put down?

And hey, since "fuck" is now allowed on these boards it doesn't mean you have to masterbate daily.

But...but...I LIKE to masturbate daily...helps relieve stress. Sounds like we need more of that in these forums.

Writerdog.
Try visiting petloss.com. It's a beautiful site dedicated to people who have lost their pets. I spent ages there, crying and reading the tributes when I lost my dog. And if you write your friend a tribute, it'll help somebody else someday.

Sorry about your loss.
I'm not ready to replace him yet and it's been over two years, but everybody is different. Some people find getting a new dog helps them over it.

Just keep your nails well groomed.

>: I'm sorry to hear about that... it's difficult on everyone with the loss of a family member.

I'm so sorry! This is a rather current position for me as well. Your mom loved Squirtle. Talking about a puppy is not in any way disrespectful to the memory of you pet. It's her coping mechanism. And you may find that a puppy really helps Missy as well. It's amazing what a puppy or kitten does for an older and/or declining pet -- sort of gives them a whole new lease on life. And your Mom's probably also worried about the rest of the family missing Squirtle, so she's trying to fill a void. There's a big difference between that and replacing one who has gone. Hang in there -- it really will hurt less with time.