Posted: 3/18/2016 11:48:07 PM EDT
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We're taking our 10 year old English Mastiff for his final car ride tomorrow.
This just fucking sucks. We have kept a tumor at bay for the last six months, but the treatments have stopped working. We're taking him in before he starts to feel the pain of kidney failure. If I wasn'the clear before, let me say it again. This shirt fucking sucks. Goodbye buddy. |
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Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge. When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable. All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor. Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind. They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent. His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster. You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart. Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together.... |
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It does suck, but you're keeping him from a slow, miserable end.
My ex didn't do that with our 14 year old lab, and I've never forgiven her for that. That fine dog dererved a far better end than she was given. I hope that your grief passes quickly, and I hope that you'll think of the good times with your mutt and smile. |
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It does suck, but you're keeping him from a slow, miserable end. My ex didn't do that with our 14 year old lab, and I've never forgiven her for that. That fine dog dererved a far better end than she was given. I hope that your grief passes quickly, and I hope that you'll think of the good times with your mutt and smile. This.. OP, I had to do the same a year ago for our dog, also named Zeus. Was an 11 year old Boxer/Lab mix. I still look at pictures of him every day and thank him for everything he had done for my family, the love he gave my children, and the happiness he provided all of us for so very long - selfishly. He also was suffering and we had to make a very tough decision. I know we made the right one, but doesn't mean it's any easier. Just know in your heart that you are doing him the right thing. You're protecting him from more pain and misery. I also hope your grief passes quickly, and try to keep the great memories in the forefront. God Speed.. |
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Quoted: This.. OP, I had to do the same a year ago for our dog, also named Zeus. Was an 11 year old Boxer/Lab mix. I still look at pictures of him every day and thank him for everything he had done for my family, the love he gave my children, and the happiness he provided all of us for so very long - selfishly. He also was suffering and we had to make a very tough decision. I know we made the right one, but doesn't mean it's any easier. Just know in your heart that you are doing him the right thing. You're protecting him from more pain and misery. I also hope your grief passes quickly, and try to keep the great memories in the forefront. God Speed.. Quoted: Quoted: It does suck, but you're keeping him from a slow, miserable end. My ex didn't do that with our 14 year old lab, and I've never forgiven her for that. That fine dog dererved a far better end than she was given. I hope that your grief passes quickly, and I hope that you'll think of the good times with your mutt and smile. This.. OP, I had to do the same a year ago for our dog, also named Zeus. Was an 11 year old Boxer/Lab mix. I still look at pictures of him every day and thank him for everything he had done for my family, the love he gave my children, and the happiness he provided all of us for so very long - selfishly. He also was suffering and we had to make a very tough decision. I know we made the right one, but doesn't mean it's any easier. Just know in your heart that you are doing him the right thing. You're protecting him from more pain and misery. I also hope your grief passes quickly, and try to keep the great memories in the forefront. God Speed.. Better a day too soon than a minute too late. |
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I am kind of an expert in this, might I suggest you have a vet come to the house and have him cremated? I find more peace keeping my buddies ashes nearby. I am truly sorry I know how much your friend means This - I keep my dogs ashes on a shelf with her collar and tag. I'll put her mom their too when it's time . Sorry OP 
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It does suck, but you're keeping him from a slow, miserable end. My ex didn't do that with our 14 year old lab, and I've never forgiven her for that. That fine dog dererved a far better end than she was given. I hope that your grief passes quickly, and I hope that you'll think of the good times with your mutt and smile. This.. OP, I had to do the same a year ago for our dog, also named Zeus. Was an 11 year old Boxer/Lab mix. I still look at pictures of him every day and thank him for everything he had done for my family, the love he gave my children, and the happiness he provided all of us for so very long - selfishly. He also was suffering and we had to make a very tough decision. I know we made the right one, but doesn't mean it's any easier. Just know in your heart that you are doing him the right thing. You're protecting him from more pain and misery. I also hope your grief passes quickly, and try to keep the great memories in the forefront. God Speed.. Better a day too soon than a minute too late. This is the truth and we damn sure know it. Still, it sucks. Zeus has been a great companion. He's 140lbs of drooling, barking madness, and also one of the most gentle dogs I have ever met. Truly unique. Thank you all for the kind words. We're going to start breakfast now; bacon, sausage, tuna, and whatever else we can find that we think he'll like. 
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| Really really sucks. Had one that lived to be 17. He never seemed to be in a lot of pain but had a tumor on his mouth. We used to make him boiled chicken because it was easy for him to eat. The day he wouldn't wake up and I had to bury him is still one of the worst days I have ever had. |
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I am very sorry for your loss.
When I read the title, I immediately knew exactly what this thread was about, down to the breed. I don't have many pictures, but we went through that same car ride with both Lucy (11 years old, 165 lbs) and Zeus (10 years old, 204 lbs). Unfortunately, the only two pictures we have of them electronically are these: Lucy (1.5 years old) meeting Zeus (7 weeks old, got him early) 
and Zeus on the Left / Lucy on the Right: 
For us, we couldn't get another English Mastiff after we lost the two of them, due to the memories we had in place. Instead, we now have Gunther (German shepherd) and Charlie (Saint Bernard) in our home. While these two will never replace Lucy and Zeus, they are loved just as much and fill that void. If you are able, I would recommend finding another companion. Mike |
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It's truly amazing how those furry four-leggers are able to burrow their way into our hearts. And when they die, they leave this great big empty hole.
Last April, I had to put down my little gal Peaches. She had abdominal cancer, and I couldn't let her suffer. I still miss her terribly, especially when I arrive home and she's not there to greet me. I don't know if our pets go to heaven or not, but I hope she's there waiting for me. Getting real dusty in here, so I better stop. |
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This is the truth and we damn sure know it. Still, it sucks. Zeus has been a great companion. He's 140lbs of drooling, barking madness, and also one of the most gentle dogs I have ever met. Truly unique. Thank you all for the kind words. We're going to start breakfast now; bacon, sausage, tuna, and whatever else we can find that we think he'll like.
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It does suck, but you're keeping him from a slow, miserable end. My ex didn't do that with our 14 year old lab, and I've never forgiven her for that. That fine dog dererved a far better end than she was given. I hope that your grief passes quickly, and I hope that you'll think of the good times with your mutt and smile. This.. OP, I had to do the same a year ago for our dog, also named Zeus. Was an 11 year old Boxer/Lab mix. I still look at pictures of him every day and thank him for everything he had done for my family, the love he gave my children, and the happiness he provided all of us for so very long - selfishly. He also was suffering and we had to make a very tough decision. I know we made the right one, but doesn't mean it's any easier. Just know in your heart that you are doing him the right thing. You're protecting him from more pain and misery. I also hope your grief passes quickly, and try to keep the great memories in the forefront. God Speed.. Better a day too soon than a minute too late. This is the truth and we damn sure know it. Still, it sucks. Zeus has been a great companion. He's 140lbs of drooling, barking madness, and also one of the most gentle dogs I have ever met. Truly unique. Thank you all for the kind words. We're going to start breakfast now; bacon, sausage, tuna, and whatever else we can find that we think he'll like.
We did that with joe last year for the same reason: kidney failure. He got a whole week of people food, sleeping on the forbidden couch and uninterrupted attention when he wanted it. Hours sleeping on my lap even though he didn't fit. Don't worry, your fuzzy buddy will have lots of great company.
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