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My heart is breaking. . .

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#1 ·
My 12 year old Sandy suffered a horrible seizure Thursday night and was dazed couldn’t walk. We took her to our veterinarian Friday morning prepared to say goodbye. He was optimistic some of her responses were good, they kept her for observation & put her on IVs. She started slowly coming around & I picked her up that afternoon, taking her back the next day for a follow up. She had started walking on her own but still seemed disoriented.
Since then, physically she has improved slightly, but is so dazed and confused. Moaning when she’s awake. Needs to be carried downstairs. Urinates on herself. Walks into corners & just stays there. No appetite & I have been forcing fluids.

I laid on the floor next to her last night reading this forum. It’s so hard to say goodbye. She’s such a wonderful girl. I hate to see her like this.

I am waiting for the vet to open. Please remember us in your prayers.
 

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I am so sorry. I know what it is like to go through this painful time with your four legged family member. I will pray for wisdom, courage, and comfort for you and your family.
 
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I am so sorry. I know words do not take away the pain, but know that most, if not all of u s, has been thru this at last once and truly understand and feel for you. We remember our pain all to well. I have been a member of this forum for 14 years and during that time have had to say good bye to 6 much loved dogs--4 goldens, 2 Great Pyrenees. What a blessing it was to have people her that understood how deeply love for a dog can be. Again, Iam so sorry and later on, think about hr being pain free, alet and happy. That willhelp.
 
#11 ·
Thanks for all your kind words and support. It really does help to know what others have gone through this and can relate to what you’re feeling. I just got home from the veterinarians and said goodbye to my sweet Sandy.

For all the love and companionship our beloved pets bring us, it is just so hard letting them go, even when it’s for the best.

Seeing her peaceful and at rest, after such a horrible weekend, makes it a little easier.

Again, thanks so much for all your support and kind words.
 
#14 ·
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I know exactly how you feel...it was horrible when it was decided to free our Sophie girl from the pain and suffering she went through during a major illness...but it was a relief to see/know her suffering stopped. I know someday we'll meet again at rainbow bridge May your good memories help you through this very difficult time.
 
#19 ·
I'm so sorry for your loss. It's so hard to say goodbye, and even harder when it's us that has to say "when". I firmly believe that the most loving thing we can do for our furry friends is to be strong enough to let them go when it's their time. Not that it makes it any easier. I hope happy memories of your beautiful girl help heal your heart. {{{hugs}}}
 
#20 ·
So sorry for your loss. The hardest thing about owning dogs is losing them. I think they are angels that God sent to us to make our lives easier, make us laugh, and remind us not to take life too seriously. We had to put our 15 year old Katie to sleep about 3 years ago. She was suffering from mammary cancer. I held her in my arms and felt her relax as her pain went away. We do have so many happy memories of her. When she was a very young pup, she loved to sit next to my husband on the couch. Inevitably, she would fall asleep sitting there and slowly slip off the couch onto the floor. She slept in her crate with no crying from day 1. She was very easily housebroken. She was a friend to all, dogs and people alike. She easily passed her CGC.
I think that dogs go to heaven. I hope we will get to join her someday.
You will never really replace your girl, but perhaps a new pup will come along to help fill the hole in your heart. My thoughts are with you as I write this while sitting on Katie's couch.
 
#21 ·
Sorry to hear this. Our sweet golden had the same thing. She had multiple seizures on Monday and we had to make the difficult decision to put her down on Wednesday morning. She wasn’t responding to any of the drugs/treatments. She couldn’t walk/eat/go to the bathroom. Thinking and praying for you and your family.
 
#22 ·
I am so sorry for your loss. You pup had a great and long life, you gave her much lover and good health! Those gifts of love were returned to you and your family many times. That's what Golden's do...

My wife and I lost two of our 3 Goldens this year. One in January and one in October, it has been really hard. As I went through this, I frequently referred to a poem I found years ago. I do not know the author, and it is what I call a happy-sad poem. It did help me keep a healthy perspective....so I will share it with you...
WHEN TOMORROW STARTS WITHOUT ME: Author unknown:

When tomorrow starts without me,
And I’m not there to see;
The sun will rise and find your eyes
All filled with tears for me.

I wish so much you wouldn't cry
The way you did today,
Remembering how I'd lay my head
Down In your lap that very special way.
I know how much you love me,
As much as I love all of you,
And each time you think of me,
I know you'll miss me too.

But when tomorrow starts without me.
Please try to understand,
That an angel came and called my name
She said my place was ready,
In heaven far above,
I'd have to cross the rainbow bridge and leave behind
Those I dearly love.

But as I turned to heel away,
My heart began to break,
Because, all my life I never thought
That I would have to die.
I had so much to live for,
So many things to do,
It seemed almost impossible,
That I was leaving all of you

I thought about our lives together,
I know you must be sad,
I thought of all the love we shared,
And all the fun we all have had.

Remember how I'd nudge your hand,
And poke you with my nose?
The toys I would gladly chase,
And then never let you hold.

If I could relive yesterday,
For just a little while,
I'd wag my tail and lick you all,
Just to see you smile.

But now I fully realize,
That this could never be;
For memories are all that’s left,
To take the place of me.
And when I thought of treats and toys,
I’ll miss come the marrow,
I thought of you and
My heart filled with sorrow.

But then I walked across the bridge,
And felt so much at home;
As God looked down on me,
And said "this is eternity,
We welcome you,
Today your life on earth is past
But here it starts anew.”

You have been so faithful,
So trusting, loyal and true;
Though there were times you did things,
You knew you shouldn't do.

But good dogs are forgiven,
And now at last your free;
So won't you sit here beside me"

So when tomorrow starts without me,
Don't think were far apart.
For every time you think of me,
I'm right there in your heart.
 
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