O.T. Losing my Golden

[wannaduacentury]

Hi all, Just wanted you to know my sweet, adorable, golden/collie friend is dying. Her name is Blondie. She's 12 yrs old and I've had her for 6 yrs. She seems comfortable for now, but I'll most likely take her to the vet to be put to sleep on monday. I don't want her to suffer. I've had her for a long time and I'm sure going to miss her. Jennifer

[Trek420]

(((((( blondie ))))) I'm so sorry.

[Brandi]

a huge (((((((((((blondie)))))))))))) Hug and butterflies to both of you. You area kind friend to help her through this. If we could all be as lucky as our animal friends and be able to pass away so peacefully. My ride today goes to you guys.

[Bad JuJu]

Jennifer, I'm so sorry for you and Blondie. I lost my golden, Sheena, to cancer when she was only 9, so I know what a heartbreaking experience you're going through. Hugs to both of you, from me and Cocoa (the chocolatey fellow in my avatar).

[Pax]

(((((Jennifer))))) hugs to you and soft snuggles for Blondie. I am so sorry.

[Velobambina]

I'm so sorry to hear about Blondie. Me and my three goldens--Maud, Agnes, and Maeve--send the two of you good thoughts. It's a brave, loving, completely selfless thing to let go of your sweet puppy, so you can spare her pain and discomfort.

[Tri Girl]

Oh, I'm so sorry for you and Blondie. My heart goes out to both of you right now. You're doing the right thing, although I know it's breaking your heart to do so... If Blondie could talk, she'd simply say "thank you, mom."
Hugs...

[LBTC]

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Spend a wonderful cuddly Sunday with Blondie today. Talk about all the wonderful memories you've had with her. If you're into such things, snip a little of her hair to keep, take a mold of her paw....ignore the world, for today all that matters is your wondeful Blondie and that the last moments of her life with you is peaceful and beautiful. Thank her for all the moments you've had together and reassure her that she won't be alone and she won't be hurting anymore when she's at the Rainbow Bridge. (all of us will be asking our RB buddies to welcome her tomorrow) Spend these moments before focusing on all the wonders and joy of your relationship with this fur baby. Save the grieving for tomorrow!

Hugs and butterflies,
~T~

[Wahine]

I second LBTC. Spend a quiet day with Blondie today. I'm crying as I write this. I had my beloved bullmastiff put down in Feb 2006 and I still cry when I think of it. But it was a moment I would not have traded for the world. He passed in my arms, unafraid, comfortable and loved. I was lucky enough to have a vet that would come to the house to do it so he was quietly resting on his bed in front of our woodburning stove. The only regret I had was that I probably waited too long because I wasn't ready.

I'll be thinking about the two of you.

[Brandi]

There seems to be a lot of losing of our animal friends lately. My Bo who is the pic right there has been acting depressed the last few days. I woke up this morning to find a huge draining cut on he's shoulder. I am so glad he was just not feeling well because of that. I feel bad though cause I have been checking all over he's body and didn't see he had this cut. I am a bad mom! At least it is now draining and maybe he won't have to go to the vet. I was worried about him though. It makes me sad when they don't feel well.
I am so crying hard right now for you guys right now.

[TsPoet]

I am so sorry.
I don't know if the "rainbow bridge" has already been posted here. To spite not being a Christian, I think it is a beautiful poem

http://www.petloss.com/poems/maingrp/rainbowb.htm

[suzieqtwa]

I'm so sorry about Blondie. I rescue old abused kitties ,and I always have to put them down . It never gets easier ,but I have to think of the wonderful life they had with me ,instead of being in the cage the rest of their lives. I have a small wall with all my furkids that have graced us with their lives. I hope there is a Rainbow Bridge , where they all get to play ,and be healthy forever. I will light a candle tonight ,as I do for all the furkids going to the Bridge. (((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((BIG HUGS)))))))))))))))))))))))),and tears.
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Suzie

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

Jennifer,
Perhaps you could post a picture here of your dear sweet Blondie so we can all envision her and send soothing vibes her way (and your way).

[LBTC]

Jennifer,
Perhaps you could post a picture here of your dear sweet Blondie so we can all envision her and send soothing vibes her way (and your way).

Yes, please!
~T~

[makbike]

I too feel your pain and my heart aches for you. Please spend the day, as has been suggested, with your buddy and cry freely. The decision to let your buddy cross over the bridge is never an easy one but it is your final act of love. I've lost 8 of my buddies in the past 3 years and I can honestly say none has been easy and it never gets any easier. I stayed with each of my buddies, talking to them, petting them and I've always sent them off with this message - "Go In Peace" and in peace they have gone. If you think that Blondie would be more comfortable at home please ask your vet to make a home visit - most will. If you can find a copy of the childrens book All God's Creatures To To Heaven, by N.A. Noel I would recommend it. Each time I lose one of my buddies I pull this book out and read it and the tears flowing freely as I turn each page. But by the time I finish the book I feel so much better for I know my buddies are in a place filled with love and compassion.

Peace be with both you and Blondie, cherish your memories and please know my crew will be waiting for her at the bridge to welcome her.