Dave and I took one of our dogs, Whiskey, to the vet because we noticed in the past two days she wasn't looking too good, or acting like she normally would. We just figured she was sick, get her some medication, and bring her back home. Well the vet did an exam, suggested some blood work, maybe she had an infection. She would have the results of the blood work in about 30 minutes.

Well, when she came back, the news was not good. Turns out Whiskey's kidneys had never fully developed, and she had been sick for quite some time. The vet gave us pretty much two options: 1 put her on an IV, pump her full of fluids, hope it would help her to live a few more weeks, or 2 put her to sleep.

There was no question about the decision..... we had her put to sleep.

I was crying, tried not to but couldn't help it. Dave had to leave the room. I stayed with her, was petting her even after she was gone. I had to also grab some "goodbye" pics. The hardest part was comig home to tell my children that Whiskey was not coming home.

Laying on the bed with four of the five kids laying on me crying, I tried to explain why. My oldest son, Evan, was extremely attached to Whiskey and is very heart broken for the loss of his best friend.

Still crying now, while typing this, hard to see... gotta go now.....

Joey

In Loving Memory Of Whiskey
1/19/07-9/9/08

Joey,

I'm so very sorry.
We've been there. I understand what you're going through.
Not that that will help any.

Tough news to hear, I'm sorry for the loss of you family pet.

Only a year old?

had to do the same with Jane's cat last week. Sorry to hear about your pup.

Sorry for your loss Joey. They are a part of the family and so well loved when you have kids.

And again I just hope this is of some help to you in your time of need.

Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there, I do not sleep.

I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glint on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.

When you wake in the morning hush,
I am the swift, uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circling flight.
I am the soft starlight at night.

Do not stand at my grave and weep.
I am not there, I do not sleep.
(Do not stand at my grave and cry.
I am not there, I did not die!
Mary Frye (1932)


They never really leave.

Steve

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You have a PM

Very sorry to hear about this Joey. She was in your loving care for a little while.........that's not a bad thing...................don't grieve too long..........remember her fondly and be happy she didn't have to suffer long.

The piece Steve posted is great........take it to heart and move on at peace.

HAGO!

T

Ahhh that's too bad.. I'm so sorry for your loss... it is so hard to lose a pet, especially when you've only had them for a little while...

again, so sorry for your loss...

I'm so sorry to hear that Joey. I just lost my cat last week, and had to have her put down. I was crying so hard for a long time. It still hurts me. I feel for you guys.

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Joey,

i am so sorry to hear about Whiskey Me and my "family" are sending hugs and wagging tails your way

It's always tough to lose a family pet. Especially when you have to make the decision to put it down but, that pet is no longer suffering from an ailment that was going to bring it down anyway, you did the right thing. Sorry about your loss. My sympathies go out to you and your family.

Ron

Sorry you had to say goodbye so soon.

Thanks for all the kind words..

I think I have won the "Mean Mommy of the Year" award for sending the kids off to school today, but they have to understand life doesn't stop because they are hurting.

Jewell has Whiskey's collar on her stuffed animal that she slept with last night and wanted to take it to school. I couldn't let her, she has to be able to move on.

Evan wrapped his arms around my neck, this morning, still feeling the pain.

We all walked to the bus stop with Brandy, Whiskey's sister, and for a moment there was a hint of smiles.

They both got on the bus with tears in their eyes...

I will let the kids read this thread when they come home. So keep the encouraging words coming.

Thanks again!

Joey

Life goes on.

As it should.

We only have a short time with our furry friends kids. But they will always be in your hearts and dreams.

Sorry for you losing Whiskey so soon. Just remember they are never really gone as long as you remember them.

Steve

To Joeys Kids,

Hi guys! I know this is tough and I hope that soon you will all remember the good times you had with Whiskey. the times you played fetch and cuddled on the couch, the times she made you laugh and smile. You made Whiskey a happy dog and for that she will never forget you and you will never forget her. There will be tears and it's ok to cry because Whiskey was a big part of all your lives. If you are sad be sad it's ok but Whiskey wouldn't want you to stop doing the things you always did. keep Playing with Brandy and showing her you love her, kiss her and hug her cuddle her. You will find she will be a great listener if you want to talk. Dogs are a big part of who we are. Once you bring one into your life they are there forever.

Love
~Aurora~

So sorry to hear about Whiskey.
It's never easy doing the right thing.
I went through it myself last year.
Loving them was easy, missing them is hard, but the memories of them will always be there.

My condolenses to you and your family.
Take care.

my condolences...

I spoke with a few of our friends that knew Whiskey and they were as upset as Joey and myself. I think now we should have the kids spend more time with Brandy and possibly make it a point to walk her a few times a week...maybe this way when it is her time to go (hopefully many years from now), they will have many memories of her. I was more upset for the kids, but I believe that it was better than having Whiskey suffer. She just seemed not as happy for the past few months.
Dave

Dave,

although animals do not grieve like humans they grieve too... so keep in mind that Brandy is going through something too and that spending more time with her and giving her more attention and showing her it will be alright just like you do with your kids is important to. Brandy misses whiskey too.

~Aurora~

It is kind of sad watching Brandy look around the house looking for Whiskey. They have not been without each other since birth.

Wishes go out to you and your family.

just wanted to post up a cute pic I took of Whiskey when she was a puppy.

Dave I have got to agree with Aurora, Brandy will grieve in her own way.

If there is anything we can ever do, ask Joey what I am talking about, just give me a call.

Steve

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It is amazing how attached we can become in such a short period of time. Wiskey may have had a short life but based on your post I would have to say it was one filled with about as much love and fun as he could have hoped for. In that sense, he had a full life and is probably pretty content right now.

Chin-up.

I'm really sorry for your loss. My last dog went through something very similar, though she was about seven years old. Even when you know it's the only thing to do, it's sooo hard to make that decision.

Dave, Joey and your kids,
I'm very sorry to hear about the loss of Whiskey. I lost my beagle at 17 years old to kidney failure. A big old grumpy man like me still gets a tear in my eye when I think about how good of a companion she was to me. We also had a Whippet/Spaniel that was 5 years younger that went into a talespin depression after Lady was gone. I hope that if it all works out, that someday you'll have a new puppy to play with you guys and Brandy.

Sorry to hear about your loss.

FieroAurora is right. When I was 10 my german shepard would sit next to me with his head in my lap and listen to everything I said. Dogs are very good listeners. You can tell them all your secrets kids. I really miss my kitty . I'm sorry about whiskey.

Jane

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Snif, very sad.

Aw man, I’m so sorry to hear the news. I really enjoyed the new pups thread.

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. The mere thought of losing one of my "kids" puts me to tears. I had to take the family dog Abby to the vet to be put down when I was 18, (25 now) while my mom was in the hospital with my younger brother getting stitches in his head (busy night). It was the worst night of my life. I had to drive my friend of 11 years to the vet who was dying of cancer without the support of my mom. Everyone here sends happy thoughts and hugs to you and your family. And here's a few of my favorite pics of my two "kids." I hope they'll make you smile.

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quote Originally posted by Darth88Formula: I hope they'll make you smile.