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To sleep in the garden tonight

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NotQuiteUsual · Yesterday 20:50

My beautiful dog is going to be put down tomorrow. Shes in pain and the cool air and grown outside seems to offer some relief. She doesnt like to be alone. So I'm thinking about just sleeping in the garden to join her. But im aware that for one I'm grieving and thats clouding my judgement and for two I don't have the most clear judgement anyway.

I should add I'm a scout leader so I'm not afraid of the elements. Its dry and pretty temperate here tonight and I have a lovely double sleeping bag to cosy up in.

Aibdriven mad from grief or should I go for it?

To sleep in the garden tonight
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theblame · Yesterday 22:18

I’m so sorry. I slept in my horses stable on the last night, well more watching him and drinking in every last minute but it brought me and him comfort

AllTheOtherCats · Yesterday 22:21

Beautiful dog. I would do the same. Sending you lots of love x

Hellolola · Yesterday 22:25

So so sorry 💔 I would with mine yes.

littlbrowndog · Yesterday 22:32

Och my heart for you and your lovely dog ♥️♥️♥️♥️

ImarriedTravis · Yesterday 22:34

Oh do it! I wish i had another day with my old girl who was pts this morning 😥

DaisyDooley · Yesterday 22:38

You will never ever regret sleeping outside with her.
Spend every second you can with her -she will go to the rainbow bridge knowing how loved she is.
Tell her to look for a fat Labrador called Coco who will show her the way to the sausage tree.
Sending you both love for tomorrow. You are the best mummy to her x

ClimbTheLadder · Yesterday 22:39

Absolutely do it, she’ll know you’re close, you wouldn’t sleep in your bed anyway. When I knew our lovely elderly cat needed to be pts I slept beside him on the sofa which also meant I could dispense more painkillers when he got restless (he was on a cushion between the sofa and a cupboard) I hope it brought him some comfort (our vets let him down so there was a delay in being pts 😡).
So sad for you.

HideousKinky · Yesterday 22:47

Last year I had to have my beloved cat PTS and can still remember vividly the last few days of his life when I tried to give him all the love & comfort I could.

So yes, do it. You will remember it always.

My heart goes out to you and your beautiful dog

TokyoSushi · Yesterday 22:48

Oh she’s beautiful, sending love and strength to you both

Littlejellyuk · Yesterday 22:50

NotQuiteUsual · Yesterday 20:58

Well the sleeping bag is out and my onesie and thick socks are on. She won't cuddle with me cos she hates feeling too warm, but my smell will make her happy

What is your bonny lasses name?
That is a lovely photo, she looks really happy. 💕

When tomorrow comes, she will be out of pain and she will cross the rainbow bridge.

But tonight I am thinking of you both, and sending hugs to you 🫂
Wishing you all the best for your last night, of being outside under the stars with your bonny happy girl.

@NotQuiteUsual

Bringflowersofthefairest · Yesterday 22:58

I’m so sorry. She’s a beautiful girl.
I hope you both have a peaceful night together in the garden.

Xmasbaby11 · Yesterday 23:00

That's a beautiful thing to do for your dog. I hope you both have a peaceful night together.

That has made me quite teary, and I am not even a dog person.

Christmasbird · Yesterday 23:02

A beautiful bear. I will be thinking of you both tomorrow. They really are so very loved ❤️🌿✨️

KilkennyCats · Yesterday 23:04

So sorry, op. She’s such a beauty 💔

PowerRangerGoGo · Yesterday 23:05

So sorry
Do it xx

MrsAga · Yesterday 23:05

Sending hugs. I’d do the same in those circumstances xx

Lovetheants · Yesterday 23:09

Oh, she's a beauty. Thinking of you, OP. How lovely that you'll be with her, just where she wants to be tonight. Bless you both.

Gracez87 · Yesterday 23:11

Sending love for tomorrow, we never forget our four legged loves ❤️

Anonanonay · Yesterday 23:13

I'm so sorry, OP.

mrsturkey · Yesterday 23:17

Go for it x

Novjaro · Yesterday 23:19

Definitely do it, you’ll regret it if you don’t. What a special last night you’re giving your baby. Will be thinking of you tomorrow. It’s the hardest thing to do but also the kindest. 💐

Endoadnowarrior · Yesterday 23:21

Please do whatever you can do safely to be with your beloved dog in her last hours to give you both comfort.
Sounds like ideal camping conditions to be honest and it is likely something you will regret not doing more than if you dont.
Sending much love, preparing to lose a beloved pet can be devastating
Wishing you both peace and comfort together tonight x

InBristol · Yesterday 23:31

She is beautiful. Very best wishes for tomorrow, she will know she is loved.

Mummyoflittledragon · Yesterday 23:38

She’s beautiful. Big big hugs. You’re making her feel safe and ensuring her last night is as comfortable as possible. Xxx

rainbowsparkle28 · Yesterday 23:42

Do it. It sounds a beautiful way to spend this time with her. With my mum whenever we catch ourselves looking at the night sky and admiring the stars we always note the brightest few and say “oh, that’s (name of our dogs that have now passed on) up there”, and just take a moment to think of them. Your plan this evening made me think of them like this. Be sure to let her help choose her star this evening. Sending all the strength for tomorrow and all our beloved pets will be there to give a gentle high five paw and lick I’m sure 💫