My 7month old puppy died today :(

[kid]

He went in to be neutered and died on the operating table. I have told my DC and they are understandably devastated.
he was 7 months old, he wasn't supposed to die

Oh Kid - so sorry for your dreadful loss. What breed was your puppy? When you are ready perhaps think about getting a rescue dog who has already been neutered, so that you don't have to go through the worry.

The other thing that has just occurred to me is that if your puppy came from a decent breeder then you should let her know, as there may be a genetic/inherited heart weakness, or allergy to the general anaethesia. She should be wanting to check the rest of the litter and warn their owners, and trace back through the lineage for similar occurances, and make sure she doesn't repeat that mating. If indeed it was an underlying health issue that could be avoided in future your breeder (if she's any good) would really like to know.

He was a springer cocker cross and absolutely adorable.

I might phone the insurance and just try and hold it together to explain to them what happened. At the very least, I need to cancel it as its set up on direct debit.

I am at the stage of saying never, ever again. But I love dogs and always intended on having a dog.
I would prefer a slightly older dog, one that is house trained and already neutered.

My baby was totally housetrained now and was great at recall, basic commands and so loving. He didn't just wag his tail, his whole bum wagged!

I phoned the insurance company, we can't claim anything which is fine, I don't want any money, I just wanted my puppy back.

My dad has collected his lead and collar for me, but I can't even have that yet, its too painful.

My son desperately wants us to get a new dog. I am just so uncertain. I won't be making any decisions yet, I need to think it through. I do feel it would help us deal with our loss and it would in no way replace my precious puppy. I have never had such a gorgeous, obedient, loving dog in my life. He loved me so much. He would even lay on my feet while I brushed my teeth. If I went to the toilet, he would be laying outside the door waiting for me.

This is all so terribly sad for you kid. As you say take your time on making a decision on whether to get another puppy.

take care x

Kid I said never again after losing our puppy. And I meant it at the time. But we rescued a dog shortly before Xmas. You will know when/if you are ready.

He sounds like he was an adorable little pup and will always be remembered by you and yours.

Oh kid - I just knew you would say spaniel - mine is a springer and is my first dog and I worship him (and he worships me). He is one big wagging nose most of the time. So sad for you. Hope you feel able to get another one soon - I cannot imagine being without one now.

I've added a couple of pictures to my profile, I think it worked but haven't checked yet.

oh kid my son was also 8yrs old when our dog died , we also said never again to another dog but now 3 years later we are getting a springer pup in 2 weeks time , to mend all our broken hearts , your poor puppy , to all of you

Kid I am so sorry for your loss. I was thinking of you the other day, because you had posted on my thread about Patch being neutered, and because our dogs were similar ages and breeds.

Best wishes to you and your family.

I feel so so sad for you and your children. Losing a pet who has lived a long happy life is always very sad but a young animal, your baby is heartbreaking. What a tragic story. I am so sorry. Sending you a big cyber hug xx

Made it through day 2 without my baby
Had a few major breakdowns during the day and have been unable to leave the house or eat much.

DH wants me to eat but I just can't, I still feel sick with the thought of what happened and the vets phonecall keeps replaying in my mind.

I cleaned his footprints out of the bath today (he jumped in the bath everytime someone got out and drank any water left in it!)
It made me sad to be washing them away, but I knew it had to be done.

I haven't got the contact details for the breeder. I do know he was one of 9 in the litter and it was the first time she bred from the cocker spaniel. I am sure her email address is on the receipt, just need to dig that out of the cupboard.

Can you get someone else to call the breeder kid? Spare yourself even more heartache if you can.

One day, you may decide to have another dog. He will never be the same, but he will be yours and you will love him for his own personality, just as he will love you. Should you do so, and opt for an older/rescue dog, you'll be loved back tenfold because he'll need and appreciate you.

All in good time, but if you ever do feel that you'd like another I'm always here to help and advise.

Sending hugs and kind thoughts your way.

Val x

I have already looked in to getting another dog. DS was begging me today and I thought it wouldn't do any harm. I wouldn't get another puppy. Moby was hard work at times but he was at a really enjoyable age now.

DH is the sensible one and said we shouldn't get a dog yet. I know he is right but in my grief I thought it would help.

We are going on holiday in a few months so we will see how we feel then.

I would like a 1 year old dog that has already been neutered. I would never put myself through the risk of losing a dog that way. I know its very rare but I am heartbroken over Moby.

I am aware I may not be a suitable owner though due to working. My hours are due to change from Sept so that means the dog would be alone for 4 hours in the morning, have some company for 45 minutes or so and then alone again for 2 1/2 hours, approx 3 days a week.

I found the receipt for the puppy, but there is no phone number or email address, just a home address (SE9 - wonder if anyone is in that area?)
I will write a letter to send just out lining what happened and enclose a photo to show what a handsome dog he was growing in to.

There are many dogs out there in need of homes who, being older (and often having come from family homes) would be okay to be left for the amount of time you've stated. When it comes to asking, don't be deterred if the first rescue you approach can't/won't help, the rules are different for every rescue and generally for every dog.

I'm sure you'd be a more than suitable owner.

Thank you so much, thats really reasuring Vallhala. I really want a dog, my house is too quiet without Moby. He was so full of life, he has left a huge gap in all of our lives. Infact, he was loved by everyone that met him. I had to drive past the park we used to take him to. It was awful, will walk/drive the long way round for the time being.

I'm currently looking at cocker spaniels on a rescue site. They are beautiful dogs, similar looking to Moby but not identical so I could handle that.

But, it is still very early days so I will ask for any advice as and when I need to.
Mobys dog training has been in constant touch and has also offered to help me find a rescue dog if I decide to get one.

I am definitely a doggie person and feel lost without my precious puppy.

God how devastating kid. We lost our 14 yr old beardie 15 months ago and it was heart breaking.

Hope you and your dc are feeling stronger soon.

Kid - Your OP brought big tears to my eyes. I am so sorry for you and your family's loss.

Kid, I was heartbroken when my dog died back in February. It was also so unexpected (cancer) but within a week, I was looking at puppies and within two weeks we had been to see and reserved one. I am a dog person too and felt lost without one as part of my family.

Thinking of you.

Kid, I am so sorry to read about what happened to Moby, you must be devastated.

My beloved JRT died 2 years ago. I told DH I could never have another JRT (we have other large dogs) but within 10 days I had a new one. He is a rescue dog who had been living in dreadful conditions. It hasn't been easy, but he is now settled and gorgeous.

A friend said that she was shocked that I could replace Dog1 so soon - but there was a terrier sized hole in my life that needed to be filled in our family.

I am sure you will make the right decision for your family about another dog.

I have discussed it with DH (through heartache and tears) and he has promised me that if I feel the same in a few months, then we will get another dog. The new dog would never replace moby, but it could help fill the huge hole in our family.

I worry that people who don't have pets may think I am over reacting and being ridiculous, but I know how much it hurts. I miss him so much.
A neighbour knocked this morning after hearing the news (I posted a note to let them know) and they have offered to let us borrow their lovely dog anytime we want. It's a bulldog so nothing like moby at all but was one of his playmates. My dc are very happy with this idea, so am I.

Just seen this thread - so sorry to hear of your loss. I sobbed for weeks when my cat was run over, as did DD. We got a rescue cat around three months after our other cat had died, which helped, but I needed time to get over the loss first.

kid, so sorry to hear about your puppy

time does heal and although my hammys die every 2/3yrs i do find getting another one helps,plus one left behind doesnt pine

kid, you are so NOT over-reacting. Dogs are very special indeed. I still miss my old dog despite my new pup. They are similar breeds - old dog was a lab cross, new dog is a Golden - and often Phoebe, the pup, reminds us of Skunk. But the old cliche of time being a healer is true and now I have loads of lovely memories without the raw pain I felt for weeks after he died.