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[sundial]

Divingbiker, I'm so sorry about your Remy. Please don't second guess what you did. It took a lot of courage to gently lead Remy to the Bridge. My girl Ana will share her frisbee with Remy. I'll bet they both have a beautiful meadow to run to their heart's content. Sending you lots of hugs during this difficult time.

[invsblwmn]

Divingbiker,
So sorry for your pain and loss. It is so hard to let go and the guilt we put on ourselves is sometimes easier to deal with than the grief of the loss of our family member. Do whatever you need to to care for yourself. We are here for you. Sending you positive energy and warm hugs, Dawn

[Possegal]

oh divingbiker, add me to the list of those that feel your pain. i had to put my chelsea girl down in aug of 06 and i still grieve. now my bailey boy won't be far behind. it is so hard to do but it really is the act of a loving person. i'd say my chelsea will meet remy, but chelsea hated everyone but me, so i'm sure she isn't socializing much in the great animal beyond.

[chickwhorips]

Divingbiker I'm sorry for what you had to go through. Hugs

[divingbiker]

Thanks, everyone. It's hard to have that kind of power over another living being's life. I took a nap and was feeling better, and then the crematory called to work out some details and I lost it again. Maybe a cup of chai will work its usual magic...thanks again.

[Duck on Wheels]

(((DB))) You did the right thing. Humans can decide that for themselves. Stop eating and drinking and, with an advanced cancer on board and pain relievers doing their thing, it doesn't take long. I'm pretty sure that's what my Dad decided. He'd talked about it a few weeks earlier. Pets don't get to make that decision. And they can't even talk it over with us. We just have to observe and then make the decision on their behalf. From what you've told us, we know you were observing carefully. Remy knew it too. And the vet knew it, and knew how to make it a gentle and caring end to a long, well-loved life.

[Duck on Wheels]

BStGirl: Those cats of yours are in cahoots with Ruby the naughty doll! But is she teaching them tricks, or they her?

[wackyjacky1]

DB, I know how you're feeling, and you have my sincere condolences. I still miss my wonder kitty something awful -- and it's been over 3 years since I had to put her to sleep. But the hurt will lessen over time, and you will always have your wonderful memories to bring a smile to your face. Best wishes to you.

[Wahine]

((((((((DB))))))))

It's the hardest thing to do, but so often the right thing to do is the hardest.

[KathiCville]

Divingbiker....You did the right thing, the kind thing for Remy today---he's at peace now. My furball Samantha and I send you and Bailey each a hug.

[IFjane]

DB - {{{{{{{{HUG}}}}}}}} I saw your post on "Dear So and So" this morning and knew it wasn't long. I am so sorry.

[emily_in_nc]

divingbiker,

I'm so sorry for your loss. I've had to make this same wrenching decision twice, and it is one of the most difficult things we humans have to do. But ultimately, I do believe it is the most kind and ethical thing to do for our furry friends, and I know your Remy would thank you if she could.

Thinking of you,
Emily

[Running Mommy]

DB- not much to add, except that I feel your pain. And I'm sending you warm vibes..

[divingbiker]

Thanks, all, for your kind words last week. I have happier news--last night I adopted Judy, a 9-year-old cocker who was found as a stray in Baltimore. She's a very sweet dog, housetrained and friendly. Unfortunately Bailey has been a bratty big brother, ignoring her at best and attempting to fight at worst (only once, thankfully). I'm hoping he'll come around when he realizes she's not leaving.

Any suggestions for a new name? While it's a fine name for a woman, Judy doesn't seem like a name for a dog. I don't think she knows her name (and is a bit hard of hearing anyway), but I thought I'd try to keep the ooo and eee sounds. So far I've thought of Rudy and Ruby and Julie, but none of these have grabbed me yet.

Here she is:

[rij73]

WOW! So wonderful of you to adopt an older dog. You've done a beautiful thing... I'm sure Bailey will come around. Make sure to give him lots of love during the transition. I'm terrible with names, so I'll leave that for others to comment on!