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I said goodbye to my Bogie today...

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Widget & Libster - words fail me. Anyone who has lost a pet knows your pain & can empathize deeply.

Relish in their life. Know that you did good by them. And, they will be waiting with waggidly tail at the Rainbow Bridge when you rejoin them. In the meantime they will be frolicking pain free with my Ace & Heidi.
 
widget....I''m so sorry to hear about your pup.....you''re right in saying that he was ready and you weren''t....it''s so much harder on us, isn''t it? Just know you did what was right for him up until the bitter end and that you gave him all the love and compassion he deserved. You are a wonderful pet owner!!!

*HUGS*
 
Widget, I''m so, so sorry for the loss of your Bogie. He was such a cutie pie! It so so very hard when it comes time to let them go. Your head tells you that you are doing the right thing but your heart feels like it may never recover. Bogie will always be in your heart no matter what.
 
I am sorry to hear of your profound loss. Some years ago I lost Radar the Cat to a car accident. I was telling someone about it and she looked at me and said "It was his time..."

It sounds so simple now, but at the time it was very comforting.

I now have another Radar who is 12. I spend time with her every day. I know I will miss her when she is gone, but I will get another Radar and she will live on in my heart in the new cat.
 
Hi Widget,
I was going to send you a private message to check on you today and can''t find the place to do it?! Maybe that feature is gone?

How are you doing today? I know you miss your little guy so very much. His picture is just precious, what a face
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Just thinking about you and hoping today is a little bit easier and you''re remembering all of the great times with Bogie. Again, I''m so sorry you are having to go through this.
Huge (((((Hug))))
Love
Libby
 
Oh Widget, I am so sorry.

That''s a real nice picture that you posted.

I had to take my last cat Mitzie to be put down. It was horrible, and I didn''t want to do it, because I wanted her to last as long as possible. But my father told me that the cat''s quality of life had to be consider first. Cats are very, very clean animals but she had gone down hill, and couldn''t clean herself any more, due to her health deteriorating.

So taking Mitzie to be put to sleep was the kindest thing to do....but doing the right thing isn''t easy. I really admire you for recognising that she had come to the end.

Sending lots of hugs your way.

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Hi, Libby...Yes, the PMs are gone, but this thread has been SO SO WONDERFUL for me!

Are you doing OK? I hope so.

I woke up this morning with this empty heaviness in my gut and some more tears...but I can tell even now that this won''t be as bad as the last time I went through this. Maybe because of all the support?
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Thank God I''ve still got little Widget to hug and worry over. She seems a little depressed and lost right now, too.

Can I share just one more picture? (then I''ll stop...I promise!) Up until about three years ago, this was my family: Spencer, the wise and wonderful patriarch who in many ways helped me ''grow up'' through some difficult times; then sweet lovable Bogie who you can see wasn''t exactly "little"
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; and finally Widget, the funny, ''evil'' holy terror. What a crew.

These animals have enriched my life.

I''ll be just fine...and so will Widget. Sooner rather than later, I''m going to start looking for a new little brother or sister for her...and me.

(((hugs))) and thanks to everyone
Janis

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Widget I am so glad you have decided in time to get another little sib for Widget pup. As you know, you never love a new companion the same way, but you love them for THEM and not to replace the old pet. It pleases me to hear of bereaved pet owners being brave enough to love again and offer a home to another, there are so many animals out there who need loving homes and so few to go around.

You post pics whenever you want, that is a great one of your babies, thanks for sharing. You take care of yourself and keep little Widget jr close and comfort each other. Take it a day at a time.
 
Janis and Libby......both of you are in my thoughts today. I hope today is bearable, and that you have good family and friends to help you fill the quietness.

Thinking of you both today.

Al
 
Just saw this Widget and wanted to send my condolences. I had to do the same only several months ago. As so many in this thread have recognized, no matter how hard it is we''re the ones who have to be strong and do the right thing for our pets when they know they''re ready. I know you did the right thing for Bogie. Take good care.
 
Well, I know other people have said similar things, but just wanted to say that you did the right thing. I admire people who know that it is their job as the human to take on the pain of having to let the animal go so they don''t have to deal with it any longer. We''re going to have to make that choice about one of our dogs soon and I hope we pick the right time.

*hugs*


If you don''t mind me asking, what kind of a dog is little widget? Looks like a husky crosses with something smaller and short haired? She''s terribly cute.
 
Oh I love that picture of the ''family''...I think that getting Widget and yourself a new puppy companion will definitely be a positive thing, nothing like a new squirmy wiggly puppy to make you forget the sadness for a while, because you are too busy with the new addition!

Greg''s stepmom and dad had an older dog and an older cat...both were very aged by ''typical'' standards..the cat died at 22 earlier in 2005 and the dog really went downhill after that and died at age 16 by the early summer. Maybe out of loneliness..so sad. Greg''s dad and stepmom were devastated since they had had the pets for so long and the house was so empty without them. Not long after, they got a new daschund puppy, Lucy, who is the light of their lives now and so spoiled....and they love having the house feel alive again. Pets can bring so much positive!
 
Widget, I am so sorry for your loss. I know how hard it is to have a pet die (they really become part of your family). It is so difficult. It sounds like he is in a better place now. ***hugs***
 
I have been thinking of you a lot Janis. The pic of "your family" is just precious. I agree getting a new puppy in a whle is a great idea and will help both you and widget. I know how hard it is, I have had to put 2 dogs to sleep. It's never easy.
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Libby,
HUGS girl!! I am so sorry about Chelsea. I hope you are doing well. Miss you lots!! Lisa
 
Hi Janis:

I love your family picture - they all appear exactly as you describe them. I hope you are coping okay. My thoughts are with you!

Take care,

Heather
 
Libby you are so sweet and supportive and my thoughts are with you today too.

Heather
 
widget and lib...so sorry to hear this news...I am sure the good memories will stay with you though...
 
Oh, Widget and Libster I am so sorry! I had to do the same thing once and it just broke my heart. My whole family was devasted. They are not just dogs or cats - they are very valued members of our families. Now I have Chloe and she too is a cherished member of the family. She is now 10 and it makes me think and appreciate her time all the more. When we lost our toy poodle Tasha I swore I''d never get another pet because I didn''t want to go through that pain again. I held off for a few years before we decided to get a Yorkie. After getting her, I realized that the only thing I had really spared myself was the joy of having a pet to love and care for again. When Chloe''s time with us is up, I don''t think I''ll wait so long. The emptiness was unbearable.

Again, please know how sorry I am for your loss. Take comfort in the fact that you made good decisions for your pets. And always remember that the heart has a huge capacity to love - find another pet. It is the highest compliment you can pay to the one you lost. It says I loved you and your were worth it. Worth it enough to open your heart again. Take care.
 
widget, i held two of my beloved cats last year while they died....both very long time companions. it is not easy, but the joy and love that i experienced with them over rides the pain of their passing. it still hurts, though. so each month on the 17th i light a candle that burns for several days.....the ritual is a reminder to me of how much joy they brought me.

Bogie was a very fortunate to have you for a companion.

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Dear Wdget and Libby, a Tribute donation was made today in memory of Bogie and Chelsea to one of shelters here in Toronto from PS community. This shelter is not registered charity but i know all the money will be spent to save some dog''s life.
 
Date: 2/11/2006 6:41:02 PM
Author: Pricescope
Dear Wdget and Libby, a Tribute donation was made today in memory of Bogie and Chelsea to one of shelters here in Toronto from PS community. This shelter is not registered charity but i know all the money will be spent to save some dog''s life.
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That is so very thoughtful of you.

Heather
 
Oh what a fabulous idea, L&I!!! Kudos!
 
Widget,
I love the picture of your 3 babies, so very precious. I know you''re little Widget is missing Bogie as much as you do. I think a new companion for you both is the ticket. After we lost Dieter I think I waited to long to find a companion for Chelsea, but she and Dasani did have some fun times in their few months together. I''m thinking he is a little depressed too, but my husband say''s he is God''s creature and they just know?!

We took Dasani to Petsmart today to visit with all the other furbabies and he was thrilled and I know it won''t be too long before we will be looking for another four legged baby to join us. I''m better, just sad, but it was time and she counted on me to take the best care of her til the end
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I just wanted to thank everybody else for your support. I came here the other day because I needed a distration from my grief and when I saw Janice''s post I just had to share with her that I was going through the same thing and was there for her.

Pricescope is an amazing group of some of the most wonderful caring people I''ve ever encountered and I thank you for always allowing me to share little pieces of my life with you.


Leonid and Irina,
You are amazing! Thank you so much for making that donation....it means the world to me.

Much love
Libby
 
Date: 2/11/2006 6:41:02 PM
Author: Pricescope
Dear Wdget and Libby, a Tribute donation was made today in memory of Bogie and Chelsea to one of shelters here in Toronto from PS community. This shelter is not registered charity but i know all the money will be spent to save some dog's life.
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Leonid and Irina,
What a lovely tribute you made to Bogie and Chelsea. It was so very kind and thoughtful of you.
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sorry i missed this thread until now.

Prayers for comfort are outgoing.

Bogie will be waiting on the other side.
 
Date: 2/11/2006 10:45:34 PM
Author: kaleigh
Date: 2/11/2006 6:41:02 PM

Author: Pricescope

Dear Wdget and Libby, a Tribute donation was made today in memory of Bogie and Chelsea to one of shelters here in Toronto from PS community. This shelter is not registered charity but i know all the money will be spent to save some dog''s life.
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Leonid and Irina,

What a lovely tribute you made to Bogie and Chelsea. It was so very kind and thoughtful of you.
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i agree. thank you for including us
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Irina: Thank you so much! What a wonderful wonderful gesture! And so fitting! I adopted Bogie from a shelter as a tiny puppy. (I thought he was going to be a small terrier-type...wrong!
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Date: 2/11/2006 7:20:08 PM
Author: Libster
We took Dasani to Petsmart today to visit with all the other furbabies and he was thrilled
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Libby, we're on the same track! I took Widget to the dog park today and she really perked up! well, for a while, anyway. After a while she plopped herself on the bench next to me and snarled at any dog that came even near me! Hmm, I think it may be a challenge getting her to accept a new family member..
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Date: 2/12/2006 12:05:08 AM
Author: widget
Libby, we''re on the same track! I took Widget to the dog park today and she really perked up! well, for a while, anyway. After a while she plopped herself on the bench next to me and snarled at any dog that came even near me! Hmm, I think it may be a challenge getting her to accept a new family member..
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widget....although I have cats, we did adopt another baby after we lost Sasha last year...pets are protective, but they will learn to adapt and even get along!!! We were so fearful that our remaining cat, Smokey, would never get along with our new baby, Bunny and visa versa, but now they''re the best of friends and hang out everywhere together...

It''ll be an adjustment for Widget, but she''ll be happy to have a playmate again...
 
Leonind and Irina - what a thoughtful thing to do, that is such a beautiful gesture. Hang in there Widget and Libster
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