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I lost my dog last night

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Greyhorses · 27/01/2015 20:34

He was put to sleep in my arms aged 14, I had loved and cared for him since he was 6 weeks old.

I feel completley broken today. I didn't know I would feel like this and don't want to make too much of a fuss as people won't understand, but inside I am crushed.

Everywhere I go I am reminded of a huge empty space where he used to be, he was literally with me 24 hours a day and even came to work with me during the day so we were never really apart. He has seen me through some very tough times in my life and has been the one and only thing that has never ever let me down and would be as close to family as I have ever really known.

I have another dog who adored the older one and he is as sad as me, he learnt a lot from the old man.

Not sure what the point of this thread really is but it feels better to be able to talk about it with someone who might have gone through this before, I'm scared I am forgetting him already which is insane I know!!

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Salemthecat · 28/01/2015 23:33

So sorry for your loss greyhorse.

My boy was pts two weeks ago and we're still utterly bereft. He was about the right age for his breed to go but like somone above we just weren't ready.

I was, like you, surprised at just how difficult it is. I cried pretty much non stop for 3 days and to be perfectly honest there has only be one day where I haven't cried. Hell, I'm even crying right now reading this thread!

for everyone who has had to say goodbye.

spiderlight · 29/01/2015 14:15

So very sorry. We lost our beloved springer three days before Christmas - she had to be put to sleep in our arms just four days after a diagnosis of a very aggressive cancer - so my heart truly goes out to you. I still feel as if a part of me is missing :(

MsAdorabelleDearheartVonLipwig · 29/01/2015 14:40

I started a thread at Christmas remembering all our furry friends that we'd lost. I do sadly recognise a few names here. There's so much support on Mumsnet though, we all understand and sympathise.

picklesanne · 29/01/2015 14:42

So sorry for your loss, we lost our Chihuahua aged 8 just before xmas and I still cry everyday when I think of him. We have lost several dogs over the years and in each case it has taken several months to be able to look back and remember the happiness they gave and unconditional love . I am thinking of you and wish you well. Xx

brunette123 · 30/01/2015 12:35

oh I am so very sorry how heartbroken you and your other dog must be. I lost one last year and one two years ago and I still cry for them. I try to comfort myself by telling myself that I gave them a great life and loved them and looked after them and made them happy but it is a terrible painful thing to go through and I hope you will look after yourself and cry as much as you need. I hope in time your pain will start to heal and you will remember the great memories. Your dog was a lucky dog to have had you as his owner. I am feeling choked just typing this reply to you so sorry for you and your lovely boys xx

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Greyhorses · 30/01/2015 19:17

Thankyou everyone. It's so sad listening to everyone's stories but I don't feel so silly now!

Lots of friends/family are asking me if I will get another. I would love one but circumstances are not right for a puppy at the moment, which is a shame as I feel like there is a huge gsd sized hole in my home at the moment. I feel like I will never get another like him anyway!

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RudeBarbandCustard · 31/01/2015 12:54

Oh Grey my heart goes out to you.

Just posted my own thread about my GSD, he's struggling at the moment. I keep telling myself that it's better to have loved and lost, than never to have loved at all. It's a cliche, but it's true.

What you shared with your boy was very special, you'll never forget that. I hope the insensitive 'non dog people' around you don't get you down, there will be plenty of people who do understand.

Hope you're ok.

aJumpedUpPantryBoy · 31/01/2015 12:59

Grey, when my beloved boy was pts aged 15 I honestly thought my heart would break.
Even now, ten years later (and with two new dogs) I think about him every day.
In fact, earlier DH and I had a long conversation about whether dog1 would have got on with our current cat. Ridiculous I know, but he was such a huge part of our life, and I still miss him.

aJumpedUpPantryBoy · 31/01/2015 12:59

Sorry, I was so engrossed in telling my story I forgot to say how sorry I was for you.

TheHappinessTrap · 31/01/2015 13:20

I'm shedding a few tears here for you too. So hard.

woodens · 31/01/2015 22:13

I could of wrote your post a week ago op , I made a memorial page for mine on gone too soon because I was scared of forgetting , there are so many dog lovers on there all in the same boat , when you feel up to it it might be worth a look , hope you are feeling a bit better today .

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