Comments on: We lost our precious Daphne last week.

By: Mary Hamilton

Mary Hamilton — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 12:58:28 +0000

My heart goes out to you. I have lost three grand-dogs this past year, the latest one just this a.m., and one more great big beautiful boy is in his final days. They give so much love and comfort and truly become our masters. I am so sorry for your loss. I know you are in pain now, but time does heal.

By: Mark Powell

Mark Powell — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 12:56:08 +0000

I am sorry to hear about the loss of your pet. You can get very attached to a pet. There are indeed family. I have known people who put off the decision too long and allowed a tired, sick pet to suffer. You did the right thing.

By: Catherine Gruesbeck

Catherine Gruesbeck — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 12:54:45 +0000

I’m so very sorry you about your loss. I have a Westie named Reilly who is 9 years old. We’ve had him since he was a puppy and two years after we got him he developed Attison’s disease. This is a disease that our former late president Kennedy had. It robs the body of salt which comes out through urination (frequent). He has been on medication twice a day before meals for the rest of his days, after extensive bloodwork determined his condition. He does very well, though the meds are expensive. We get them on line from the Bahamas, so they’re somewhat cheaper. Anyway, once in a while he gets sick and I think how badly I’d miss him if/when it happens. Yes, I can sympathize with you and will pray for you at this sad time.

By: Chuck, Christine, Hanna & Emily

Chuck, Christine, Hanna & Emily — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 12:52:00 +0000

We are saddened to hear your loss. A pet is an invaluable part of any family and we are sorry that you are hurting. I just went through this with my mom who lost her little companion about a month ago. She said to me that she’s had him longer than she’s had her grandchildren, what would she do without him. The routine you had will be the hardest to overcome (or at least it has been for her). In time we hope your pain eases. Pour your love into Niles, remember he is hurting too, missing his furry companion as well.

By: Dave & Shirley Macy

Dave & Shirley Macy — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 12:47:47 +0000

We’re so very very sorry for your loss. We, too, love our dogs. We have had to go through the same thing you are now and it’s heart wrenching, to say the least. I’m glad Daphne brought so much joy to you - this is something you’ll always be thankful for. Please, don’t for a moment blame yourself for taking her to the groomer. She was obviously very ill and no matter what you did or didn’t do, wouldn’t have made a difference. She was a very lucky dog to have such a loving mama. One day, and hopefully in the not too distant future, you’ll be able to give another puppy such a wonderful home. I’m sure you’re little guy there is suffering from the loss too … and he’s just unable to communicate that with you.
We continue to get dogs, never to replace the ones we lost, as we know that will never happen. Each of our dogs bring something a bit different to our lives and we will be surrounded by so much love when we go to heaven as I know you will.
Once again, we are so very sorry for you.

By: Brenda Kelly

Brenda Kelly — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 12:43:10 +0000

I’m so sorry about the loss of your baby, Daphne. I know the pain that you’re going through. I’m sitting here at work crying and remembering my Brandy. I’m not going to trivialize it and tell you that it will get better in time. You have to grieve in your own way. And you’ll always have your wonderful memories of her. Some people don’t believe that our pets go to heaven, but I do. When we had to put our Brandy down 11 years ago, I told my girlfriend that I’d see her when I get to heaven. And I know you’ll see Daphne.

By: Leif Brogren

Leif Brogren — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 20:53:17 +0000

I’m really sorry about your loss. You probably remember that we just lost our Odie, a couple of months back, and I know how you feel.
Just remember that Daphne had a very good life and she was in a home where she was loved all the time.

“There is a bridge connecting Heaven and Earth. It is called the Rainbow Bridge because of its many colors. Just this side of the Rainbow Bridge, there is a land of meadows, hills and valleys with lush green grass.
When a beloved pet dies, the pet goes to this place. There is always food and water, and warm spring weather. The old and frail animals are young again. Those who have been maimed are made whole again. They play all day with each other.

But there is only one thing missing. They are not with their special person who loved them on Earth. So each day they run and play until the day comes when one suddenly stops playing and looks up. The nose twitches! The ears are up! The eyes are staring! And this one suddenly runs from the group!

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. Your face is kissed again and again and again, and you look once more into the eyes of your trusting pet.
Then you cross the Rainbow Bridge together, never again to be separated.

Anonymous…”

The Brogren Family

By: Chrissy

Chrissy — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 20:48:32 +0000

So sorry to hear about your loss Noel. Our first dog, prior to having children, was our baby. She got cancer when she was 6 and we had to put her down. The hardest part was always coming home and them not being there.
I think one of the biggest mistakes we made was to get another dog not long after our first passed. I think we thought we were missing having a dog when what we were really missing was the dog that we lost.
If you are thinking of getting another dog, just take your time. You know people sometimes think it is funny when people refer to their animals as their “babies”, but they really can be.
I really feel for you Noel and assure you that it will get easier, but it will take quite some time. My 9 year old still cries everytime we mention our first dog’s name, and he was only 2 and 1/2 when we put her down.

By: Jen Foley

Jen Foley — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 20:47:45 +0000

Noel, So sorry to hear about Daphne. I grew up with Maltese dogs, they are so wonderful. A few years ago I lost mine, she was such a great dog. I know how hard it is, as time passes it will get easier. Im so sorry.

By: Julie

Julie — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 20:45:47 +0000

Oh Noel, I am so sorry to hear about Daphne. We were a wreck when we had to put our kitty down 3 years ago. It leaves such an emptiness in your heart. My thoughts are prayers are with you right now. It will get easier, give it time.