I'm so so sorry about your loss. It really is like losing a family member. They're always there when you get home and when you need them. They're so selfless and loving. Time helps but they'll always have a place in your heart. I lost my doggy who I had had since I was 15. I called her my partner in crime :) Still miss her but I agree the best medicine now is remembering they had a good life. So sorry. The daily routine is definitely the hardest. Was for me. Again, so sorry.
Extra strong prayers and lots of gentle hugs,
Charlotte

I am so sorry for your loss. Pack up the toys and reminders. The time of grief is different for everyone. In time it may be easier. Over the years I have had many dogs and it doesn't get easier to lose a loved one. Hugs and blessing to you. Give yourself time to grieve. Hugs-RJ

I am so sorry about your beloved doggie passing on. They are family, they are funny, they are warm and loveable, and are such a part of our lives. And they are non-judgemental and love us no matter what. They are the greatest furry humans. Many hugs.

oh honey im so sorry i know how that feels it like being left alone and someone just pulled support rug out from under you . big genital hugs minnie

You have my deepest sympathies. It hurts to the innermost core of your being. I lost my Casey about 2 years ago. My heart was broken. We had been together for 17 years.

(((((HUGS)))))

Awwww...... llady...

Just so sorry to hear of losing your little mate, my heart breaks for You and Hubby... They become so entrenched in our families and help bring so much understanding, joy and relief....

I love Sunny's Rainbow Bridge story.... and have decided I staying where they are cause it sounds like an awesome place....

I am dreading the day that Mr Phomphrey gets to tired (17.5yrs) and will be beside my self with grief.... and can only imagine how the both of you are feeling.

Sending Love and comfort ((((Hugs))))) x

I'm crushed just reading your post. May your memories of your dog always provide you joy and may your suffering be brief, blessings and hugs.

Serenity-- Thank you so much... your response means a lot to me.

fayre--( Mary Ellen) So true... it is just like having a child when you have a pet that you love so much. Thank you for your hugs and prayers - I really need them...
Jenna77-- My heart goes out to you as well... it hasn't been too long for you... that *just around the corner thing* is soooo tough...
Thank you for caring...

Cindy Thank you... that is something to remember... he was loved so much, really happy and spoiled to the hilt. He ran the house and we loved it. He was basically the center of our lives. Thank you for the prayers for my husband as well. Its hitting him just as hard.

E4nowYou are right - there is a lot of comfort in knowing that he feels better now. Thank you for replying to me... it really helps.

BillThank you so much for replying and caring... It means so much. Im happy that you have found some furry kids to fill your heart up again.

Jan thank you lovely lady... grief and hurt does ease up you are right. Thank you for your support.

Moon I really appreciate your kindness... thank you.

Gr8ful Pizza crust -- Malcom loved it too! :) Dinner and treat time has been really hard this weekend. I keep forgetting he isn't here. At least they died in our arms... thats a very good thing. Thank you.

jjcad Of course I knew it would happen someday... I really was dreading the day. Its here but still hard to believe. Thank you for sharing.

KelleyThank you, I really appreciate it...

tabby Thanks for the hugs tabby- means a lot...

beautiful-- Its nice to know that Sampson was such a big part of your children's lives as well. They had the pleasure of knowing him as well. Thank you...

SunnyThanks for the link...

SandyThank you for sharing your experience about Sam - your support right now means everything to me.

MeandMy Charlotte... "partner in crime" LOL cute cute. You're right. The best medicine is remembering the good good life they had. Thank you.

RJ You're right - it takes time... we are slowly removing some things ...some we can't bear to see every time we go into a room and some bring comfort to see there... just depends. Thank you.

AsTimeGoes Funny, warm and loveable.. thats for sure ... and furry humans? Ha YES... he was just like a little person. Thank you.

Min Your reply ... "someone just pulled support rug out from under you" that describes the feeling EXACTLY! So VERY well said! Thanks for the kindness...

Heather "It hurts to the innermost core of your being." YES it really does. It feels like my heart is literally broken into pieces...Casey lived to be 17 yrs old? That a very long time- good run - that must have hurt your heart. Thank you so much for your support...

SeeknThank you Seekn... DH and I have each other for support and I am SO SO thankful for that. I know what you mean about dreading the day it would happen. You know, its strange.... its not that I thought he would live forever but I guess by putting that thought out of my mind all the time, it almost seemed possible.

Brightside--Thank you for your blessings and hugs. I really appreciate that... I need 'em for sure...

Thank you for the support friends... you are all so kind...

he sure was a cutie...sorry again...hugs bill

Oh lladyfair, I am so sorry for your loss. I know that kind of pain too well. It is so hard, but I will say the ONLY thing that helped to ease the pain of losing my precious fur babies was TIME.

I had a really difficult time a couple of years ago when my cat, Little Bit, passed away...also in my arms at the vet...I struggled with my grief and then I found a website called "Petloss.com". It's a forum where you register and talk with others who are going through the grief of losing a beloved pet. I found it to be tremendous help and I met some really nice folks there. I believe Sunny posted a link to that website. They talk about the "Rainbow Bridge" alot. I like to think that is the place where my precious pets are waiting for me.

You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Sending you warm and caring hugs.....

Lori

I am so sorry for your lost...Yes, It gets better over time, right now you cry as much as you want for your Baby. I am so happy you have your husband there with you so you two can talk about it with each other.
My Heart goes out to you and your husband.
Bless you and yours forever!

From a fellow dog lover, I am so very sorry for your loss. It truly is just like loosing any other "person" in your family!! Again, my thoughts are with you and my heart is sad for you.

im so very sorry it hurt big gentaul hugs minie

So sorry for your loss, I understand how hard it is. ((( hugs)))

When we lost our little one, we sobbed and sobbed. She took her first breath in my hands and her last breath in my arms. We framed a photo of her and placed it on the wall. Somehow, seeing her at eye level made us smile. It's been 6 years and we still smile looking at her on the wall. She was such an ornery little critter! And so much fun.

It did help that we had 3 left at home.

I hope your heart heals quickly as you remember the joy he brought.

Warm, gentle hugs.