Had to put our Pepper down today :-(

[emily_in_nc]

Our sweet almost 15-year old Boston Terrier, Pepper, had a series of severe cluster seizures over the weekend. We were faced with the toughest decision a dog owner has to make today, and with the vet's agreement, we went ahead and put her down. She had been going downhill both physically and mentally for some time, but it was still so incredibly hard as she has been our "child" all these years -- we got her during infertility treatment and were never able to have children. She's been a wonderful companion and family member and brought us such joy and lots of laughs over the years. Our hearts are broken.

We buried her along our wooded trail and used rocks from our property to make a grave, and I engraved "Pepper 1992-2006" on the upright rock. We can see it from our porch, through the woods.

May she rest in peace.

Emily

[margo49]

That is it - she is resting in peace now

[bikerchick68]

You've given Pepper the greatest gift you could ever give her... here is a poem that has helped me... hugs... may she rest in peace...

FROM FRIEND TO FRIEND

You're giving me a special gift,
So sorrowfully endowed,
And through these last few cherished days,
Your courage makes me proud.

But really, love is knowing
When your best friend is in pain,
And understanding earthly acts
Will only be in vain.

So looking deep into your eyes,
Beyond, into your soul,
I see in you the magic, that will
Once more make me whole.

The strength that you possess,
Is why I look to you today,
To do this thing that must be done,
For it's the only way.

That strength is why I've followed you,
And chose you as my friend,
And why I've loved you all these years...
My partner 'til the end.

Please, understand just what this gift,
You're giving, means to me,
It gives me back the strength I've lost,
And all my dignity.

You take a stand on my behalf,
For that is what friends do.
And know that what you do is right,
For I believe it too.

So one last time, I breathe your scent,
And through your hand I feel,
The courage that's within you,
To now grant me this appeal.

Cut the leash that holds me here,
Dear friend, and let me run,
Once more a strong and steady dog,
My pain and struggle done.

And don't despair my passing,
For I won't be far away,
Forever here, within your heart,
And memory I'll stay.

I'll be there watching over you,
Your ever faithful friend,
And in your memories I'll run,
...a young dog once again.

In Memory of Asta, Feb. 1997
(c) Karen Clouston
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[kaybee]

I'm so very sorry for your loss. You did the right thing.

KB

[Quillfred]

[[[[emily]]]]

My heart goes out to you for your loss. Our pets are some of our greatest teachers and bring so much joy. I'm glad you were able to have alot of time together.

Peace.

Quill

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

Poor Emily. I'm so sorry. You gave her a long and love-filled life.

[jeannierides]

Emily, so sorry about Pepper.

[Blueberry]

Emily-

I am SO sorry to hear about Pepper - you did the right thing, but you're right, it is the most difficult decision pet owners have to make. We went through it all too recently.

Hugs to you and DH!!

Carrie Anne

[sbctwin]

I am so sorry Emily. I don't have children and so my pets become my children. I had Katrina for 19 years (brown point Siamese) and had to make the decision to let her go. She was followed by Toby, my mom's dog that I took when she could no longer take care of him. We only had him for 4 year but I had to let him go to. I still get tears thinking of them both. Now, I only have Kallie (9 yrs Tortoise Shell cat). My thoughts are with you....