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I’m heart broken, and I’m on my own crying.

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mumstheword1x · 02/04/2026 06:12

I’m away with work on a business trip, I’m heading home today… but my childhood dog has been put down over night, my mum told me as he got very poorly and he had a horrendous turn. I’m on my own in a hotel room, 200 miles away from home and I’m so sad, I can’t even hug my husband because he’s not here. He’s also a sleep as he’s at home with my kids ( my post is at 6am ) and he doesn’t even know. I feel so sad and I’ve got to face work colleagues at breakfast in 2 hours.

am I being silly?

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PurpleReindeer2 · 02/04/2026 09:10

Awww so sorry OP. Milo was utterly adorable. Remembrr the joy he brought into your life and be glad that he lived even though you are so sad he has now gone. 🥰

BiscoffCheesecakes · 02/04/2026 09:09

Beautiful dog. Your colleagues will understand. I went into work the day after my cat got run over & we had to have him pts. Once I got the initial tears out I felt better

CakeFace1234 · 02/04/2026 09:08

What a beautiful boy! I think when your photo appeared, everyone else's heart broke a little for you too. He stole your heart and was probably a big part of your childhood. Completely understandable that you are so upset. So sorry for your loss.

feelingfree17 · 02/04/2026 09:08

Aaaw, so sorry.

It’s so hard to lose a dearly loved animal, especially as he was your childhood friend. You would have spent many special moments together and he would have had the happiest little (all be it) too short life.
Sending you a big hug 💐

Iocanepowder · 02/04/2026 09:06

You’re not being silly op.

I was in the office when i got a call to say my childhood dog (golden lab) had been put to sleep and i had to go home as I couldn’t stop crying.

I also cried for about 30 mins after watching Marley and Me!

My3dahliasarebloominlovely · 02/04/2026 09:04

My childhood dog died nearly 50 years ago. He still appears in my dreams. He's been joined by 3 other dogs and 2 cats over the years. They were all my family and are still loved and missed to this day. Sending you hugs and sympathy @mumstheword1x

Overflowingwithcosmos · 02/04/2026 09:00

Not silly. My beautiful dog died decades ago and I still think about him. They can create such a special bond. Hugs OP.

Starlight1979 · 02/04/2026 08:55

What a beautiful boy Milo was. I'm sure he had a lifetime of love and happiness ❤

Isometimeswonder · 02/04/2026 08:54

mumstheword1x · 02/04/2026 06:54

My Milo xxx

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Cute dog and a great name.
Maybe get this picture made into a frame or canvas.
Sorry for your loss x

Itsnotallalark · 02/04/2026 08:41

Not silly at all. I’m really sorry for your loss, hugs to your mum too x

awfulapril · 02/04/2026 08:36

Bloody lovely dog

ItsPickleRick · 02/04/2026 08:35

I’m so sorry OP.

We had to do the same last week, it’s heartbreaking. I’m so sorry for the loss of your lovely boy x

Mary46 · 02/04/2026 08:35

Sorry to hear that op lovely photo. Very sad.

Additup · 02/04/2026 08:34

I'm so very sorry OP. You're definitely not being silly. I often still think of our first family cat years after she died.

The loss you feel after the death of a much loved pet is deep ❤️

lovescats3 · 02/04/2026 08:30

Sorry for your loss of Milo, he had a happy life with you and your family so treasure your memories

NigellaDelia · 02/04/2026 08:22

I'm so very, very sorry

I've never owned a dog myself but I used to walk my elderly neighbours westie and I was devastated when she passed

Milo was so beautiful and so loved

Take good care of yourself ~ sending you love and kind thoughts xxx

HatStickBoots · 02/04/2026 08:22

So sorry for the loss of your precious little Milo. I agree with other pps and no time is ever long enough and the pain we go through is the price of loving them but it’s a price we will always be willing to pay. It’s ok to grieve him Lovely ❤️

HoskinsChoice · 02/04/2026 08:19

mumstheword1x · 02/04/2026 06:54

My Milo xxx

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If you're silly for crying then how stupid am I? I don't even know your dog but immediately got runny eyes when I saw this photo! What a handsome dog. Dogs are so important in life. For most of us that have them, you understand that because they are so needy, they become an intrinsic part if your life. Losing them is heartbreaking and so difficult to comprehend. Take care of yourself.

EmeraldDreams73 · 02/04/2026 08:18

What a gorgeous boy. I'm so sorry, OP. They break our hearts when they have to go. Thinking of you. 💐

landlordhell · 02/04/2026 08:09

I am so sorry for your loss. I am dreading g it when my little one goes. I also have grown up chn but I think your mum made a mistake telling you like that. She could have waited til you got home. Take care and try to focus until you get home to those who can support you. 💐

randomchap · 02/04/2026 08:06

He was a very handsome boy.

You and your family gave him a great life, full of joy

It's natural to be heartbroken.

LoverOfBells · 02/04/2026 08:03

Oh OP, you’re not being silly at all. Losing a much loved family pet is absolutely devastating, it’s the awful penalty we pay for loving them and being loved by them in return.

What a beautiful picture of Milo - absolutely gorgeous. Please look after yourself. I’ll be thinking of you this morning as I know from experience just how heart breaking it is. Xxx

Tacohill · 02/04/2026 07:57

Of course you’re not being silly!!

I’m so sorry for your loss 💐

I would either spend the morning in the hotel room having a good cry or go home early.

Either way, I’d be texting my colleagues apologising saying that you’ve had some bad news (you don’t need to specify) and that you’re unable to make it to breakfast (unless you want to).

Bristolandlazy · 02/04/2026 07:57

Not silly at all, I would be devastated. He was beautiful. Hugs

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