Doggy Heaven just got a new member..

[Running Mommy]

She is a SWEET Great Dane named Abby...
She was getting sicker and sicker, and I just couldn't let her suffer. We talked to the vet about it first, and she agreed that it was the right thing to do. Seems it was something related to her pancreas.
I'm sad, but I'm ok. I thought we were going to lose her in Janurary, so I was fortunate enough to have gotten a few extra month with her. And I made the most of it. But the last month has been hard, so I'm actually relieved.
And getting the blessing from the vet helped. I was just so afraid that I was giving up on her, but the vet assured me that I wasn't.
So anyway, it's gonna be weird not having the big grey dog around here, but that's part of life. I grew up on a ranch, so god knows I've seen the entire circle of life, and death doesn't scare me. I mourn the death and rejoice in the life all at the same time.

So anyway, I'm off to Wildflower with the family. Hopefully the woodstock of triathlon will take my mind off of things..
Ya'll have a good weekend. And hug your pets for me! :o
Stay safe
Denise

[LadyinWhite]

So sorry to hear the news. Heartbreaking to lose a devoted pet. I totally understand. *hugs*

[Blueberry]

Oh Denise - I'm SO sorry. Many hugs to you and your family.

It sounds like you did the right thing, and it's always nice when you have a vet's re-assurance. Sometimes they are better judges than we are, since they're less personally involved.

Teddy the Golden sends wags and licks.

Carrie Anne

[mtbdarby]

Denise, sorry to hear about the loss of Abby. I know you've struggled with this decision but know it is the right one. Hugs and prayers to the Amos family((())).

[Wahine]

(((((((((Denise))))))))))

[Jenn]

{{{{HUS}}}} Denise, I am so sorry for your loss, I wish there was something more to say then I'm sorry, and that we are thinking about you!

[crazycanuck]

(((((denise))))) I'm sorry to hear about losing your fur friend.

I'm sure your doggie understood & loves you for it :)

I will give Yukon a big hug for you.

Take care

Ms Canuck

[IFjane]

Denise - {{{{hugs}}}} from me and my four cats....:( :(

[teigyr]

Denise, I am so sorry. Best wishes to you and your family and big hugs --

Jane

[F8th637]

Awwww big hugs!

May Abby roam happily on Rainbow Bridge.

I'll make sure my Aja makes a doggy prayer for your Abby.

[solobiker]

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you. I am sure you will always have many fond memories to keep the spirit alive. S

[TrekJeni]

My thoughts are with you. I had a very good friend who lost her dog also today. Why do they live so short compared to us? It's not fair. :(
Jeni

[Pax]

((((Denise)))) I'm so sorry about your fur-baby.

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

I'm so sorry. I remember you posted a picture of her once, didn't you? :o

[ehirsch83]

big {{{hugs}}}!!
I know how hard it is, especially with a dane! I grew up with one and we had to put her down b/c of cancer. We(well my dad and my step family) have 2 sisters that we adopted a few years back, but they are getting older- can't imagine life without the two biggest little lap dogs!

Big hugs and I hope you are doing ok

[sbctwin]

Denise, I am sorry to hear of Abby's passing. Purrs from my Kallie Kat (who is on the mend from scaring me big time last month). Abby will be playing at rainbow bridge....

[colby]

Oh Denise, I'm so sorry. :( I guess you had time to prepare since the scare earlier this year, but that doesn't necessarily make the finality any easier to deal with.

Hang in there, you were an excellent mom to Abby and I'm sure she'd thank you for it if she could. :)

[wannaduacentury]

She is a SWEET Great Dane named Abby...
She was getting sicker and sicker, and I just couldn't let her suffer. We talked to the vet about it first, and she agreed that it was the right thing to do. Seems it was something related to her pancreas.
I'm sad, but I'm ok. I thought we were going to lose her in Janurary, so I was fortunate enough to have gotten a few extra month with her. And I made the most of it. But the last month has been hard, so I'm actually relieved.
And getting the blessing from the vet helped. I was just so afraid that I was giving up on her, but the vet assured me that I wasn't.
So anyway, it's gonna be weird not having the big grey dog around here, but that's part of life. I grew up on a ranch, so god knows I've seen the entire circle of life, and death doesn't scare me. I mourn the death and rejoice in the life all at the same time.

So anyway, I'm off to Wildflower with the family. Hopefully the woodstock of triathlon will take my mind off of things..
Ya'll have a good weekend. And hug your pets for me! :o
Stay safe
Denise

{{Denise}}, I'm sorry you lost your girl, I know you'll miss her. She's at Rainbow Bridge with all the other furkids from TE. Jenn

[KnottedYet]

((((((Denise)))))))

[bmccasland]

(((((((Denise))))))))

At least Abby will have TE fur friends to play with at the Rainbow Crossing. No more sickness, romp and play in the sun - and no one to fuss at you while galumping through things.

Nala the dog sends wags and licks.

[suzieqtwa]

(((((((((((((((((hugs))))))))) You made an unselfish decision for Abby. Unfortunately they cant make these decisions on their own. She will be at the crossing with all my furkids...maybe someday we will get to see them again. I will light a candle in her memory tonight.
hugs ,and warm thoughts your way

[Ninabike]

So sorry about your Abby {{{{{{hugs}}}}}.

[Pedal Wench]

Denise, you know I just went through this three weeks ago. I still look for his face by the front door, and I'm still surprised that he's not there. I'm so sorry.

[Bikingmomof3]

Oh Denise I a sorry. I know you made the best decision for Abby. Healing prayers for you and your family.

[roadie gal]

BIg hugs to you. I'm so sorry.

[rij73]

Warm wishes to you and the whole family. I have a very beloved dog, so I truly feel for you!

[KayTee]

My three doggies and I all send hugs. Love 'em while they're here - Heaven knows they give you all the love they're capable of giving.

[missymaya]

I'm so sorry for your loss.Sending postitive energy your way for the pain of loss to ease, but for the memory of your beloved family member to stay with you.

[LBTC]

{{{{{{{{{{{{{Denise}}}}}}}}}}}}}

Yogi and the other TE fur kids at the Rainbow Bridge are showing Abby around right now. Not only are they surprised by how healthy and happy they all feel, they've noticed that there sure are a lot of butterflies up there!

And there's even more for you

Hugs and butterflies, you did right by your dear Abby

~T~

[bcipam]

So sorry for your loss. I think every day what it would be like without my Pip driving me crazy, sitting on my shoulder while I try to type. But even driving me crazy I love the little guy to pieces. Take care. Just know you gave your companion a happy home for many years.

[Running Mommy]

I know a lot of us here have had our fur kids go to heaven in the last few months. It's very sad, but in a way I'm relieved. It has been very stressful the last few months because I knew in my heart she wasn't well, but I didn't want to give up on her either.
We have had a great family weekend in so cal. I'll write more later about the debacle that was Wildflower. Lets just say that after 25 years you would think they would have the race organization down??!!
But we stayed in Santa Barbara lastnight, and we ran as a family this morning along the shore. I was raised on the beaches of nor cal, so I LOVE the beach. It's very soothing for my soul. Glad we decided to stay here. Unfortunately the road awaits, so I'd best get going.

[chickwhorips]

big hugs RM from me and peanut.

[hellosunshine]

my westie joined the throng in the skies today.

lots of happy fluff having time of their lives doing exactly what THEY want.

[Running Mommy]

I'm so sorry! I love Westies they are just so cute. Maybe Abby was still at the gate so she could give mr/ms. Westie a ride on her back over the bridge...
:o

[salsabike]

I remember when you became worried about Abby. I'm sorry to hear it. Glad you got to love her, though.

[Popoki_Nui]

{{{{{Running Mommy}}}}} {{{{{hellosunshine}}}}} Our thoughts are with you both.

~Sherry and the furry family here and at the Bridge.

[smilingcat]

So hard to put into words when we lose our pets/babies. It's always traumatic. My heartfelt sympathy to both running mommie and to sunshine.

sincerely,
shawn

[mary9761]

((((Running Mommy)))) I am so sorry to hear about Abby. I went through that 3 years ago with our 14.5 yo black cat Smokey had to be put down. We thought we were going to lose him several months previously, then he got better. When he got sick again, I knew the end was near, my heart goes out to you. It's going to be tough for some time, but as others have said, I'm sure the TE furbabies are showing Abby around at the Rainbow Bridge.