Buried my dog today

[wmonroe]

Took my dog today to get put down after fighting a virus for about two months. I don't remember the technical name for the virus but it attacks his blood cells and we discovered it first because he was bleeding into his eyes, out his ears, and internally all over. The vet put him on a bunch of medication and he seemed to be getting better over the next three weeks or so. Then he started losing weight and muscle mass no matter what we fed him and we were feeding him a lot. After his blood work the last two weeks kept getting worse we made the decision to put him down. It sounds stupid but It is the hardest thing I've done. He was my buddy and went everywhere with me out in the yard, followed me on the tractor, laid in the doorway of the barn or garage if I was in there working. I decided to bring him back and bury him here on the property, I guess that will be the last tractor activity he and I do together.
Thanks for listening.

 

[/pine]

Losing a beloved companion is tough... even tougher when it's premature...condolences...

Do you know how your dog acquired the virus?

 

[DABSGT]

Sorry to read about the loss of a friend, last year I had to put 2 down a week apart. It is always difficult.

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[rekees4300]

It sounds stupid but It is the hardest thing I've done.

Not stupid at all, no different than losing a family member. If you would like to honor his memory, when you are ready, go to a shelter and adopt another. There are millions of dogs waiting for a good forever home. :dog:

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

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to 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 Rainbow Bridge together....

Author unknown...

 

[Bob77064]

Having had to do this I know how hard it is, I am very sorry to hear this.

 

[creekbend]

I offer my Heartfelt Sorrow for your loss. This comes from the very Bottom of my Heart and Soul.

 

[Stick895]

That blows! I still miss mine 15 years later. It hurts. Sorry almost doesn't cut it.

 

[Inspector507]

I had to do just that three weeks ago. Sorry for your loss. Hopefully our new puppy will be here in 30 minutes. He is a Rescue as well as Buddy was. They are making a home visit and if all goes well they will leave him here.

 

[/pine]

I had to do just that three weeks ago. Sorry for your loss. Hopefully our new puppy will be here in 30 minutes. He is a Rescue as well as Buddy was. They are making a home visit and if all goes well they will leave him here.

Good luck...puppy mills and purebred breeders make me sick...

 

[nybirdman]

Sorry for your loss.We lost one of English Pointers three wks ago,only five years old and in her prime.No need to go into details but it wasn't natural causes.Always sad,just remember the good times.

 

[murphy1244]

So sorry for the loss of your best friend.

 

[Relic]

Sorry for the loss of Your Friend.Been there,it's not an easy road for sure.

 

[farmgirl19]

I am so very sorry. Our best friends leave pawprints on our hearts, that can never be erased. They say it gets better with time, but I don't think it ever does. How do you "get over" losing your best friend?

All I can say is that others are thinking of you, and many feel your pain and sorrow.

 

[grnspot110]

Sorry to hear of your loss!

I know what my "friends" mean to me, they go with me everywhere they can! ~~ grnspot

 

[kf4uda]

I am sorry to hear about the loss of such a good friend. I have lived thru this loss myself, so I understand. Sounds like your dog had a good friend as well.

 

[wmonroe]

Thanks everyone, I really appreciate it. The vet doesn't know how he got the virus, said it could have been any number of ways. He should have still had lots of life left in him as he just turned six about a month ago. There are many happy memories though as he really was a good dog, never gave us any trouble.

 

[Mace Canute]

You have my condolences also, as does everyone who has lost a furry child. My boy passed just over 11 months ago; I share your heartbreak.

 

[bikerdib]

I lost my best friend in March one year ago. I still look for her to be there waiting for me sometimes, even a year later. Anytime I went to hook up the trailer and load the tractor she would get excited because she knew we were going to the woods.

Nothing foolish about being sad when you loose a reliable/faithful companion. They always give you their best, just because. I'm sure that like me, you gave your's a good life, that is all they expect of us.

 

[TCJatko]

It's always tough. As others have suggested, go find another rescue dog.

 

[Furu]

Thanks everyone, I really appreciate it. The vet doesn't know how he got the virus, said it could have been any number of ways. He should have still had lots of life left in him as he just turned six about a month ago. There are many happy memories though as he really was a good dog, never gave us any trouble.

I am truly sorry for your loss. Words can't really describe what we feel for our best buddies. I have lost so many over the years. I know they are waiting at the bridge for me.

Sorry to ask but being a bit of an animal medicine nut; what was the name of the virus? There have been a few that are back on the increase and it might help others of us catch the signs earlier and to watch out for it.

Thought are with you.