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Lost my sweet 12.5 year old yesterday

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Yesterday, my sweet, devoted and protective Argon had to be put down. He has been with us since he was a puppy, and belonged to my late husband, which makes his death ever so difficult. He had a large benign lump removed a couple of years ago, but other than being overweight , he was alright. The vet thought he might have nasal cancer and put him on prednisone, which made him feel great, but caused him to gain weight. He had respiratory issues, and the last 4 weeks, he was having difficulty walking, and did not show his same zest for life. For the last two days, he could not get up or walk, and was growling when I touched him. Now I feel so very sad without him, keep looking for him to be sitting at the door, or waiting for his snack. I know the sadness will take awhile to go away, I just feel so empty without him.
 
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Welcome to the forum. I am so sorry for your loss. It’s so hard to see our beloved dogs decline right before our eyes. It must bring up a whole range of feelings and grief him being your late husbands dog. Hopefully in time the wonderful memories of sweet Argon along with your late husband will bring you some comfort. May sweet Argon Rest In Peace.
 
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I am so sorry for the loss of sweet Argon. We understand the pain and sadness you are feeling. They leave a big hole in our heart and a very empty house. I wish you comfort and peace.
 
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I am so very sorry for your loss of Argon, give yourself the time you need to grieve and for heart to heal. It's a long slow journey, be kind to yourself.

I believe that one day we will be with our loved ones and our dogs again, I hope you can find some comfort in knowing your husband and Argon are together again.

Godspeed Argon
 
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I am so very sorry for your loss of Argon. He lived a long wonderful life with you. I know how hard it is to lose a beloved pup as we lost our Callie in July. She had just turned 8. This was very heartbreaking and I wasn't convinced that I could get through it. But time has helped heal the pain and the support I have received from this forum has been a blessing. May Argon's sweet soul rest in peace with your late husband. Wishing you peace and healing.
 
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I am so very sorry for the loss of your sweet Argon. We lost our girl close to 2 years ago at the age of 12 and a half as well. It is such a hard time and I am glad you found us here on the forum as a support. I would also love to see some pics of your boy when you feel up to it.
 
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I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your sweet boy. I lost my sweet boy Buddy two weeks ago today. I can tell you that I feel a little better than when I did so close in time like you, but it is a struggle. I feel your pain. I just went to a new therapist tonight and spent the hour crying. The loss, the empty feeling, we all understand. And I'm sure it brings up the pain of losing your husband, I am so sorry. I cannot possibly imagine. You'll be in my thoughts in prayers. This forum, though I am new, has already helped me tremendously, just knowing it is not just me who feels this way is comforting. Like you, I will miss my boy every day for as long as I am here, nothing can replace their love, but I'm hoping over time we will get through.
 
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I am so very sorry. Know your pain all to well. We lost our 11 year old Great Pyrenees, Sir Moose on Dec. 5 and even tho we did adopt a senior Great Pyrenees 3 weeks ago and love Princess Jewel so much, we still miss our Sir Moose so much.


It was the loss of my golden Boy Hunter that lead me to this forum when it first opened back in 2005. I still had 3 goldens at the time, hence the name 3 goldens. Since joining, this forum has helped me thru the deaths of 4 goldens and 2 Pyrenees. Has been a life savor. Please come and post pictures and tell us more of your sweet boy. It helps becasue we all love our dogs so much and I think just about everyone here has been thru this and totally understands and feels for you. Hugs.
 
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I'm so very sorry for the loss of your precious Argon. If you would like his name added to The Rainbow Bridge List please let me know the date of his passing and I will add him. Once again so very sorry for your loss.
 
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Yes. I do feel as if Argon and my husband are reunited once again, and he will take care of his beloved dog again. I had a dream about Atgon last night driving with me. I am grateful for all the years we had together. Still, I miss him terribly, as I know everyone here missed their treasured golden.
 
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Ouch! I know exactly how you're feeling right now. The pain and feelings of loss we experience when we lose a beloved pet are so real. As hard as it is, try and focus on all the wonderful years you and your husband had with Argon. You mentioned in one of your replies that you feel Argon and your husband have been reunited again. Isn't that a wonderful thought? Think about how happy your husband must be to once again have his beautiful ole pal by his side. :smile2:

I promise the pain will ease with time. The wonderful memories you have of Argon and your husband will be with you forever. God Bless!
 
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Thank you, Lynne. And so sorry, lespreludes.

I have so many fond memories of Rennie, the wonder dog. Since I’ve recently been filling out puppy questionnaires and so have been answering questions about training, one stands out. The only formal training he had was a neighbor who came over one afternoon to show me how to use a clicker and my use of the clicker for a few weeks after that. But I swear that dog would do things that I asked him to do even though I never trained him to do them. He was so eager to please that he seemed to intuit what was going on in my mind. He came from Sunkota, Cathy Story. I’m forever in her debt for bringing this spectacular companion into my life and that of my spouse.
 
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Today is day 3 without Argon. I have been dreaming about him. Although he was my husbands dog, he passed when Argon was 2. Argon has been my treasure, protector, love and joy. I am truly loss without him, but knew his death was coming, so I am grateful for all the time I had with him. Please put his name on the list. Thank you. Thank you for all the kindness.
 
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If you would kindly let me know the date of his passing I'll add your precious boy to the list. I'm in the UK and with the difference in posting times I didn't want to get the date wrong.
 
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lespreludes - I am so sorry for your loss. It sounds like your sweet Argon had a wonderful life with you. You are in the right place for support through this difficult time. We all understand the grief and sadness you are going through. I am sure he is with your husband right now. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
 
#27 ·
Sorry. It's real tough to deal with. Such a huge hole left in our hearts. I lost my Pemi 6 weeks ago after 13 1/2 yrs. We were lucky and found a sweet gal a week later from friends. That filled or at least took us out of heavy grief being we had no time to do other wise. Huge difference from an ole lazy one to a full of pee and vinegar. ha. Still miss my Pemi always. Pic of our new sweety.
 

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Today is day 12 since I lost my treasure, Argon. I ordered a photo book, and a wall picture which came today. My friends at exercise class tell me to stay busy, but it is difficult. When I come into the house, I expect Argon to be sitting behind the door, or to come seek me out. Even in the end when he was deteriorating and walking was difficult, he would drag himself to where I was sitting to be next to me. He could not walk up the stairs, so I slept in the couch downstairs for two months to be next to him. Since I lost my husband and now his dog, I feel such sadness. I picked up his ashes, made a memorial, but it is not the same as him not being here. I was supposed to go to a book club tonight, and just am unable to do it. So many ups and downs. Do you have a memorial for your loving Golden’s? Would you mind posting them? Thanks for listening.
 
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