Goodbye sweet Max

[Tri Girl]

Today we had to put down our lab Max. She was almost 13 years old. She's been sick for a couple weeks, and it was confirmed that she had tumors on her spleen and liver. The best option for her was to put her down. That was the hardest decision I've ever had to make.
I have never lost a pet before- especially not one I raised from a puppy for her whole life. We rescued her from the shelter at 6 weeks old and we gave her 12.5 good years. She gave us 12.5 years of love in return.

She's across the Rainbow Bridge and playing with all the other pets now.
I just miss her so much already...

I know you all understand.

[maillotpois]

Oh I am so sorry. That is such a hard decision and my labs and I are sending you hugs and licks for having the courage to do the right thing for your sweet girl.

[violetpurl]

I'm so sorry. Hopefully my babies met her at the bridge and they are all romping and playing together. Hugs.

[indysteel]

((((Tri Girl)))). I'm very sorry for your loss. It is a very hard decision to make, but it sounds like you did the right thing for Max. Hang in there.

[Veronica]

What a hard thing to do. It takes a lot of courage and love to do that for your babies. Hang in there.

Veronica

[kermit]

What a great life you gave her, and she knew she was loved. I have had to make that call twice, you did the right thing. She is not in pain now. They just don't live long enough! I'm so sorry...

[Selkie]

Max flew through your heart right into heaven. It's the hardest thing, but the most selfless gift you can give your sweet pooch. My thoughts are with you and my trio of goldens send you big hugs....

[Catrin]

I am sorry to hear of your loss, pets become a part of our hearts and I am sure that she knew that she was loved.

[crazycanuck]

Sorry tri-girl

May you remember max's boooteful smile What a cute doggieee

[redrhodie]

A big hug to you. Be gentle with yourself while you go through this. You did the right thing for her. She was a beauty.

[NbyNW]

Sorry for your loss, sounds like she was a wonderful companion.

[jelee1311]

I am so sorry. Dogs are more than just pets they can smile. My Lab is a four legged angel who makes me smile every day. Take care of yourself &cry if you need to.

[arielmoon]

(((Tri girl)))

So sorry for your loss of Max. She is in a pain free happy place thanks to you.

[gfbikernyc]

I'm very sorry for your loss.

[indysteel]

Somebody shared this recently on a different cycling forum. I hope you don't mind me sharing it now, as I'm pretty sure that it will make you cry....again.
I took heart in Number 10 when I lost my Sophie Kitty two months ago though.

1. My life is likely to last 10 to 15 years or more. Any separation from you will be painful.

2. Give me time to understand what you want from me. Don't break my spirit with your temper, though I will always forgive you. Your patience will teach me more effectively.

3. Please have me spayed or neutered.

4. Treat me kindly, my beloved friend, for no heart in all the world is more grateful for your kindness than mine. Don't be angry with me for long, and don't lock me up as punishment. After all, you have your job, your friends,your entertainment, I only have you.

5. Speak to me often. Even if I don't understand your words, I understand your voice when it's speaking to me. Your voice is the sweetest sound I ever hear, as you must know by my enthusiasm whenever I hear your footsteps.

6. Take me in when it's cold and wet. I'm a domestic animal and am no longer accustomed to the bitter elements. I ask for little more than your gentle hands petting me. Keep my bowl filled with water. Feed me good food so that I may stay well to romp and play. By your side, I stand ready, willing and able to share my life with you, for that is what I live for. I'll never forget how well you've treated me.

7. Don't hit me. Remember, I have teeth that could easily crush the bones in your hand, but I choose not to bite.

8. Before you scold me for being lazy or uncooperative, ask yourself if something might be bothering me. Perhaps I'm not getting the right food, I've been out in the sun too long, my ear may hurt, or my heart may be getting weak.

9. Take care of me when I get old. For you will grow old, too.

10. When I am old, or when I no longer enjoy good health, please do not make heroic efforts to keep me going. I am not having fun. Just see to it that my trusting life is taken gently. And be with me on that difficult journey when it's time to say goodbye. Never say, "I just can't bear to watch it." Everything is easier for me when you are there. I will leave this earth knowing with my last breath that my fate was always safest in your hands. I love you.