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My dog died today.

80 replies

BoldBlueZebra · 23/12/2025 14:41

not Aibu but I had to have my 4year old gsd euthanised this morning. My heart feels like it’s going to just break in two. I’ve never known pain like it.

OP posts:
Mydogisagentleman · 23/12/2025 15:21

How awful. Especially at Christmas.
Someone mentioned a pet bereavement group earlier.
Look after yourself

Silverbirchleaf · 23/12/2025 15:23

4 years old. So young. Sending love.

Lovelycupofcoffee · 23/12/2025 15:23

So sorry for your loss

bignewprinz · 23/12/2025 15:24

When I had my doggo PTS I couldn't get out of bed for week. My heartfelt sympathy to you. Awful X

spiderlight · 23/12/2025 15:32

I'm so very sorry. There's no pain quite like it, especially so young. Thinking of you 😥

Fluffypiki · 23/12/2025 15:37

I am sorry you lost your special friend, I know they are just pets but they are so dear to us. I hope you could have a proper goodbye and that once you recover from the pain a little bit, you celebrate his life well💐

Funnywonder · 23/12/2025 15:38

I’m so sorry. I have never owned a dog, but I helped my lovely neighbour lift her dog into the car on what would be its last journey to the vet and I saw how utterly bereft she was.

lostmywayrightnow · 23/12/2025 15:39

I am so utterly sorry about your beautiful dog.

Shabang21 · 23/12/2025 15:39

I’m so very sorry for your loss. Treat yourself with kindness, and hopefully happy memories will provide you some comfort in time x x x

Pancakeflipper · 23/12/2025 15:43

I am sorry. You must be heartbroken.

Thank goodness your dog is one of the fortunate doggies who has had a happy loving home and no doubt lots cuddles and fun days. I hope you can take a little comfort that they are a much loved doggie.

AtYourPleasure · 23/12/2025 15:46

So sorry for your loss 💐

I lost my big fella... it'll be 2 years in January. I still say goodmorning, goodnight and hello/goodbye, and give his urn a wee tap when coming and going. A bit daft to some, I suppose.

It hurts like nothing I've experienced before.

Idstillratherbepaddleboarding · 23/12/2025 15:47

I’m so sorry. We had to have our 4 year old lab PTS in June and it’s completely destroyed me. It’s horrific and so unfair when they’re still just babies 💔.

Sminty2 · 23/12/2025 15:54

That’s so sad and I’m really sorry that it has happened, especially at Christmas, which is always worse. Xx

FlyingUnicornWings · 23/12/2025 15:57

Really really sorry for your loss, it’s a heartbreak like no other. Sending gentle hugs.

Crunchymum · 23/12/2025 15:57

What an utterly shit thing to have to happen.

There are no words and everything I say will just sound trite but know that you gave your doggo an amazing life and loved them for every moment they blessed your family - that really matters.

You were also able to show them the ultimate act of compassion and humanity by deciding to end their suffering. They were lucky to have had you.

Be kind to yourself OP ❤️

Fourfurrymonsters · 23/12/2025 16:00

I’m utterly heartbroken for you, I’m so sorry 💔
I know this pain too well - I’ve had to send all 4 of my beloved puppers on their way in the last 14 months. It’s been horrific and the pain is indescribable really. Never “just a dog”. Big hugs to you, lovely xx

ShowMeTheSushi · 23/12/2025 16:02

So sorry for your loss OP 💐

ThatCosyDreamer · 23/12/2025 16:03

I'm so sorry, 4 is so young.

I had to do the same a week ago and I'm devastated but trying to focus on the fact he's no longer suffering.

Words · 23/12/2025 16:14

I m so sorry. I know all too well the dreadful heartbreak it causes.

Zanatdy · 23/12/2025 16:15

I’m so sorry, it hurts so much.

Endofyear · 23/12/2025 16:27

Oh I'm so sorry 😞 let yourself grieve and be kind to yourself. Sending hugs 💐

caramac04 · 23/12/2025 16:29

Two weeks ago I had to have my beautiful 4yr old German Shepherd euthanised. A complete shock.
I still feel stupefied although not crying so much.
The pain is very real, I’m struggling to not get into a downward spiral. I’m hosting for 12 the next two days and hope the distraction is helpful.
I am so sorry for your loss, there are no words to make you feel better unfortunately.

Newname29 · 23/12/2025 16:29

I'm so sorry
This must be heartbreaking

Grinchybinchy · 23/12/2025 17:00

I’m so sorry, that’s so young 🩷

Fiftyandme · 23/12/2025 17:01

I’m so sorry.

And to lose so young.

I know it’s not thd sand but I lost my heart horse at only 12 completely unexpectedly and suddenly. The pain was gut wrenching.

Huge hugs