O.T. Losing my Golden

[SalsaMTB]

I couldn't read all the responses because it's just too sad, I can't shed tears at work.

I'm so sorry for your loss. Blondie was a beautiful dog. It's nice she passed peacefully with your nearby.

[7rider]

Oh, I'm so sorry to hear about Blondie. I'm glad it was peaceful and she was surrounded by love and warmth and peace.

[suzieqtwa]

You are so lucky she crossed the bridge peacefully at home, in familiar surroundings ,with you baking scones. I have never been that lucky...I have asked my kids to please cross , so we don't have to go to the vet ,but they never would. It hurts so bad I know. I send my warm thoughts ,and hugs your way. You will always have the memories, I'm bawling now ,so Ill just give you a ((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((hug))))))))))))))))))))))))))
Suzie

[wannaduacentury]

Thankyou again everyone for the heartfelt sympathies. Blondie really was a special dog. I got her 6 yrs ago from a family that was moving and it was love at first dog the first time I saw her. We bonded immediately. One of the funniest things she did when we were walking one time, she drug me through a pile of leaves face first, then turns around as if to say "Why aren't you comin?" then comes over to give me kisses. I know we all have wonderful stories of our fur friends. I have my kitties to keep me going.
All of our fur-friends Tyson(Blondie's new boyfriend), Yogi, Sheena(another golden girl) , Ernie-bird, and Pepper and all of our friends that have gone before us. Many kisses, woofs, meows, tail wags, and paw shakes. May they all rest in peace. Have a good day everyone Jennifer

[Southside Sally]

I am sorry for your pain. Our four-legged friends depend on us to take care of them, and to decide when the suffering is too much. Know that you love your friend, she loves you, and you are doing what is best, despite the hurt you feel.

I had to put my 10 year old mastiff down in May. He had cancer and was having seizures because it had spread to his brain. It's sad, but a fact of life that we generally outlive our pets.

Take care,

Southside Sally

[Pedal Wench]

... "Denise, you took on Ernie's pain so that she could be without pain." I would have done anything to relieve her pain.
Giving her "the gift of peace" was my final gift to her.
...Much love to peace to you & yours,

Denise

Jennifer, I am so sorry. I've had three furkids in my adult life. My dear kitty went on her own at age 14. My sweet, 'special-needs' child, my 8-year-old mastiff couldn't stand up on her own, and since she weighed about 175 lbs., I couldn't really lift her. Having to make that drive to the vet was the hardest thing I've ever done. I'm facing similar issues with my fuzzy black Newfie-mutt,and I'm not sure how I'll go through it again. Reading everyones comments here will help when it's his time.