Our Dog was put to sleep today

[mickeyfan29]

My mom just called and let me know that our "baby" of the family, Spunky was put to sleep today. She was 16 years old and was one of the most friendly dogs you would ever meet. She had a stroke last week and was not eating much so I know it was for the best. We are going to miss her so much. Her ashes are going to brought back to my parent's house and she will be buried in the backyard or her ashes will be scattered in the backyard.:(

[Rajah]

I'm sorry, Mickeyfan. :(

[mickeyfan29]

I visited her on Sunday. She was still alert and friendly but her head was tilted to one side and had trouble walking but she wasn't in any pain.

[Goofyposter]

Groosch...that is sad....:(

but yer knoe what...if spunky had been healthy fer 16 years....I'm guess'in it was 16 years of happiness...in a vary lov'in home.

Try ter remember all the good times.....a pet never dies, if you keep thar love alive in your heart!

[Boots]

{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}

[Serena]

I'm sorry Mickeyfan. :(

[Patrick IL.]

I am sorry, it is so hard as they truely are members of our familys. :(

[bfeller]

So sorry for your loss. We lost our little dog 2 years ago when she just couldn't recover from a stroke.:(

[Dan Murphy]

Just going to say basically what GP said above, 16 years of love and happiness. {{Hugs}}, mickeyfan29. :sunny:

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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.
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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.
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[perdidobay]

so sorry......(((hugs)))

[luvwinnie]

I hope your happy memories give you comfort.

[glo]

hugs...I am so sorry

[Kallison]

God Bless Spunky.

[mickeyfan29]

Thank you for the kind words.

Dan,
I emailed the rainbow bridge to my mom and brother. I cried when I read it.

[dalepool]

I'm so sorry. I know how hard it can be as pets are a part of our families.

PattyN

[Saffron]

I am so sorry to hear that. I understand how you feel. :(

[JAP]

{{Hugs}} for you losing your beloved pet. Maybe a scrapebook would help keep all the wonderful memories.

[KaraKW]

Oh, I'm so sorry. :( {{{HUGS}}}

[Pooh93]

{{hugs}}:(

[NHAnn]

I'm sorry. :(

[tater bug]

I'm sorry about Spunky :(

[helenabear]

I am so sorry to hear about Spunky :( {{{hugs}}}

[nativetxn]

I'm so sorry you lost your special friend. What wonderful memories you must have, though.

{{{HUGS}}} sweetie

[Disney Doll]

I am so sad for you!!! We do become so attached to the little members of our family. But you guys did the kindest thing...Spunky isn't suffering anymore.

[regi]

I'm sorry to hear about your loss.

[dizneenut]

I'm so sorry! :(

[Boo'sMom]

I'm so sorry for your loss...we had to put down our 14 yo lab in November 01, and I still cry....

[krazyboutWDW]

I am so sorry to hear about your dog. We lost our dog three weeks ago today. They become such a part of your lives, it is so hard when they die :( :( !!

Everyone here was so nice to me when we lost Champ. I hope that everyone's {{{{HUGS}}}}} help to ease your loss a little!!
I'll be thinking of you!!

You are right about the Rainbow Bridge. I cry every time I read it!!

[Harley Chick]

I'm sorry for your loss. :(

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Treat me kindly, my beloved master, for no heart in all the world is more grateful for kindness than the loving heart of me.

Do not break my spirit with a stick, for though I should lick your hand between the blows, your patience and understanding will more quickly teach me the things you would have me do.

Speak to me often, for your voice is the world's sweetest music, as you must know by the fierce wagging of my tail when your footstep falls upon my waiting ear.

When it is cold and wet, please take me inside...for I am now a domesticated animal, no longer used to bitter elements..and I ask no greater glory than the privilege of sittng at your feet beside the hearth...though had you no home, I would rather follow you through ice and snow than rest upon the softest pillow in the warmest home in all the land...for you are my god...and I am your devoted worshipper.

Keep my pan filled with fresh water, for although I should not reproach you were it dry, I cannot tell you when I suffer thirst. Feed me clean food, that I may stay well, to romp and play and do your bidding, to walk by your side, and stand ready, willing and able to protect you with my life, should your life be in danger.

And, beloved master, should the Great Master see fit to deprive me of my health or sight, do not turn me away from you. Rather hold me gently in your arms as skilled hands grant me the merciful boon of eternal rest...and I will leave you knowing with the last breath I drew, my fate was ever safest in your hands.

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[cotye]

So sorry to hear of your loss. :(

[kathymc]

I am so sorry for your loss.

[Kitty 34]

I'm sorry to hear about your dog. {{{{{{HUGS}}}}}

[shep]

Sorry for your loss..((hugs))

[LemonDietCoke]

RIP Spunky! It is always difficult to put a pet down.

[sammi]

I'm so sorry Mickeyfan.:( {{{hugs}}}