Another Fur Kid Passed Over the Rainbow Bridge
We were so blessed to have 3 wonderful, sweet, mellow fur babies for so long. Many years. And then, right after this past Thanksgiving, our wonderful boy, Knight, developed a fast moving, inoperable cancer. It had already spread to his spine and elsewhere. Our longtime vet sent him over the Rainbow Bridge that very day after exam and x-rays, of course with us all there hugging him to send him on. It was so incredibly painful!
And then, Doberman Rescue asked us to foster a stray Dobie who was recovering from surgery for a badly fractured right hip and back left leg. With DH a retired family practice doc, and me a retired x-ray and surgical tech, we were their first choice to take care of this boy with our combined experience. We picked him up New Year's Eve Day and named him Beau. He was sweet, loving, energetic, and 3/4 kangaroo, despite those healing fractures. When we took him to a vet specializing in orthopedics, she told us that he needed twice a week for many, many months physical therapy. About 45 minutes via interstate from us. Soooo, Beau sadly went to live with another foster mom who lives close to that PT place. She loves him and plans to adopt him. Wonderful person!
And then . . . just the other day, our beautiful, wonderful 14 y/o Tibetan Spaniel, India, also crossed over. Oh, that one just about did us all in! India, under another name, was the top Tibbie and dog in the country for about five years, with 105 Best-in-Show and First Place ribbons. Her owner, who bred and showed her was a family friend, gifted her to our DD when she stopped showing India. But, to us, she was just our beloved little baby girl.
And, so now we're down to just one fur baby for the time being, as we recover from all of this loss. Sasha, is also a Tibetan Spaniel and gifted (after she stopped showing her) from our breeder-friend. (Her photo is below, as Houzz will only let me post 3 at a time). This sweet, gentle girl just turned eleven and, believe me, she is loved and spoiled by us all (although not by over-feeding )! Our son just moved back in with us temporarily (from Augusta, GA) while he looks for a home around here, so he's also giving Sasha a lot of attention. She's been so very confused lately, with all her pals disappearing. So sad!
As you can probably tell, we are really an animal-loving family, although since both our kids are very allergic to cats, we stick with dogs. We'll get a few more soon, Right now, though, we're just remembering ours that are no longer with us. But, we know that there are (sadly) too many rescues out there, so that's where we'll be searching next.
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Comments (6)Lizalily, my dear... I feel what you feel, having just experienced this same tragedy... if you could see me right now, you'd think I just lost another "best friend"... my heart goes out to you... Corie and Emma are now in His hands, getting to know each other, chasing bunnies and laying in the perpetual sunshine of heaven. They have no pain, they are at peace, and their memories will live on in our hearts... No other pets can replace those two lovable little creatures, but Maia and Josie will do their very best to step up and help us forget the sadness that comes with loss. Dogs are so intuitive... Maia has been incredibly wonderful since Emma's passing... and I know that the moment you hold Josie in your arms for the first time, there will be an understanding you and I cannot fathom... and Josie will know exactly what needs to be done to make you smile... I'm so sorry, Lizalily... if I could reach through this monitor and hug you, you know I would......See MoreAnother Rainbow Bridge crosing
Comments (21)Thank you all for the support. It's funny, when we had to put Mojo down last August I took a couple of pictures of him early that day. Afterwards I looked at those pictures and I could see how tired he looked. His eyes looked shallow and his fur had lost it's luster. I didn't notice that looking at him on a daily basis. I didn't take any pictures of Chessa yesterday because of that. But looking at the picture I posted above as well as others from the past, I can clearly see a different dog. She almost looks fat in those photos, but she was never overweight. It's just that I got used to seeing her as she was at the end....nothing but skin and bones. She was so skinny. Her coat was no longer shiny and lustrous, and her eyes were dull. It makes me know that we did the right thing. She was ready. Doesn't make it any easier, doesn't make us miss her any less, doesn't keep my eyes from welling up. But I realize that am sad for me. She is definitely in a better place. Seagrass, I love that quote! Linda...See MoreChabby crossed the rainbow bridge.
Comments (67)Linda, I am really glad you didn't rush out and get another dog immediately. A lot of times people do that when they lose a pet, and sometimes in their grief, they don't make the best decisions. My co-worker's boyfriend just lost his 15 year old poodle a week ago... the next day he came home with TWO poodles that cost 1000 dollars each! He was drinking again, and threatening to hurt himself, apparently the old dog was is only reason for living. What you wrote describes the way I see it perfectly.... you can't replace the old friend, nor should you try, but you still want the companionship. I can't wait to see the thread that includes pictures and the story about the new, very lucky friend you've adopted when the time is right. Continued hugs......See MoreAt The Rainbow Bridge
Comments (6)here was his response. Thanks Lisa I know Steve, Terri and Bindi would love it. Terri speaks out tonight on a tv interview which will be her first public comment since Steve died. I've seen excerpts , and I will be quite honest, I can't watch it. It will cut me up too much and I doubt if my wife will be able to get through it either, although she intends to try. Terri says 'she still expects him home'. One can only guess at the impact his death has had on his close family. She is absolutely overwhelmed by the messages and floral tributes and donations that have poured in from all over the World. I know that one of her interviews will be seen in U.S.A.. This is one very brave lady and my heart bleeds for her and her family. Bindi has been left out of the interview. I am happy about that....See More
Sueb20
last yearSo sorry, Lynn.
Our older dog also died 2 weeks ago and our younger dog is still confused at times, and very clingy.
Sasha was so pretty!!LynnNM thanked Sueb20LynnNM
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