Jude has Passed Away.

[DawnCt1]

Today, one of my neighbor's took me out for breakfast. The last two months, I have really spent most of my time with Jude. He would get anxious if I wasn't home, and I would never leave him alone once he got sick. He knew something was wrong. It was hard leaving the house today, feeling like I was leaving someone behind. Last night his previous owner called to see how I was. I thought that was so wonderful of her. She had a loss too. She knows how much we all loved him. I never had to deal with the "final decision" before. I did help my neighbor when her son had to take their beloved bichon to the vet for her final visit. She wasn't home and I went with her son for support. At that time, I never dreamed I would be facing the same situation so soon. I can't say enough about having someone come to your home, where your pet is comfortable, warm and cozy. It was so much more dignified for Jude than to walk into an office and an exam room.

 

[mamamary]

You are very lucky that you could do that at home for Jude. We had to bring Spencer in and he didn't want to go into the office. I cry just thinking about it. Plus it is hard for me now to go to my vet's office with Baxter. Although with Baxter's allergies, etc. I go there alot and am finally starting to get over it 3 years later. But the bad memories are still there. I am very happy that you didn't have to do that.

I'm glad you got to go out today - it will take time to feel better.

 

[DawnCt1]

You are very lucky that you could do that at home for Jude. We had to bring Spencer in and he didn't want to go into the office. I cry just thinking about it. Plus it is hard for me now to go to my vet's office with Baxter. Although with Baxter's allergies, etc. I go there alot and am finally starting to get over it 3 years later. But the bad memories are still there. I am very happy that you didn't have to do that.

I'm glad you got to go out today - it will take time to feel better.

I never knew that there was that choice. She offered to come and do it by herself, but it was too hard for her, so she brought her sister, who is also a vet. I am just so lucky that I got to know her. Annie was her first litter and my first standard poodle. She was a vet student then. Losing Annie was how I came to get Jude and the friends that would help him to the Rainbow Bridge. I guess its true, that every loss creates a gain. Like the poem about pieces of your heart.

 

[jackemail]

I have had to hold little paws (and a couple of big ones) many times as they went to the Rainbow Bridge. I have cried and cried for them. As time has passed, I can think of them and look at pictures of them and smile and remember all the pleasure and companionship they brought. It will take you a good while, but thoughts of Jude will put smiles on your face and not tears in your eyes one day.

You were such a good doggie mama!!

 

[beattyfamily]

I'm so very sorry, Dawn.

He was an amazing dog.

I lost one of our poodles one year ago this March. She died at home. It's never easy but at least in the comfort of their home, they are not as scared.

We have another poodle that has cancer and is loosing weight. He will be 15 in April. I'm praying he makes it to his next birthday.

Anyway, just know that he's at peace now and you gave him a wonderful life.

 

[mrsmom]

I am so sorry for your loss.

 

[wickey's friend]

 

[Crankyshank]

Dawn I am so sorry about Jude's passing.
You are so fortunate that you were able to help Jude along, and be there for him in the end. I still tear up to think about Roswell home alone with Peabody in the end.



He's got a new beagle friend on the Rainbow Bridge to play with. I'm sure Roswell is showing him the best spots to find squirrels

 

[Lionqueen2]

I am so sorry for your loss.

 

[Oreo Cookie]

I'm sorry for your loss.

 

[pixiewings71]

Oh I'm so sorry!

 

[brittsmum1998]