my poor Smokey.

[simba928]

I just got a call from my Grandma that her dog died. My parents got Smokey for my grandparents a few months before i was born, so she is like my dog, too. She had two ceizures and hasn't been doing too well for the past like year. When she needed to go outside, I would have to either carry her or support most of her weight. I took care of her for the past couple years. She refused to eat about a week and a half ago, so my grandma basically force fed her for a couple days. My grandparents then decided it was cruel to keep her here if she didn't want to be here. She didn't eat for a week. Her eyes were pussing, so I wiped them several times a day for her. I sat with her for the past coupe of days the entire time I was at their house. Thats about 3 hours a day I just sat with her with her head on my lap, talking to her and wiping her eyes. I am so glad I did. I'm kind of glad that she died. I don't have to watch her suffer anymore and I couldn't handle seeing her laying on the floor pretty much dead. It is going to be so weird at my grandma's house from now on without her there. I have never, in my entire life, been in her house without Smokey being there. At the same time, I kind of feel guilty for being glad that she is gone. I am really going to miss her. In fact, I already do and she has only been gone for not even 15 minutes. Please just keep my grandparents in your thoughts. They are going to be lost without her. She was their baby. Thanks for listening.

 

[Caropooh]

I'm so sorry to hear about Smokey. The pain of the loss does get easier over time.

 

[Serena]

I"m very sorry too. And don't feel guilty about being glad Smokey's gone. You're just glad she's not suffering anymore.

 

[EEYOREMAMA]

I'm so sorry to hear about Smokey. I've had two wonderful pets in my time who have shared that name. I have always like that name so it was natural to reuse it. We still miss our little companions terribly. I hope you will find some comfort in the days ahead and know that many of us can understand what you are going through.

We just went through almost exactly the same experience this winter with our 17 yr old shih tsu Gizmo. When we adopted him, he could fit in my hand. I raised him with my 2 sons and he was their guard dog. He began to suffer in the end and I realized I was being selfish because losing him would hurt me. I had to let him go, because it was the right thing to do. He couldn't ask me to end his pain, I had to overcome my selfishness and let him go in dignity. Hardest choice I have ever had to make. He was a big part of my heart. I am only now able to forgive myself. It will get easier.

 

[KatelynnsAuntie]

I'm so sorry about Smokey. You were very kind to take care of her the way you did.

 

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[Dan Murphy]

So sorry to hear about Smokey, Simba. Our pets are so much our family. Your words of how you comforted and cared for little Smokey in her last days really, really shows how caring you are. I am sure she was comforted by all you did with and for her. Know well Smokey is there by the bridge now. My best for you and your grandparents.

Rainbow Bridge

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....​

Author unknown...​

www.petloss.com

 

[Jockaroo]

Simba, I'm sorry to hear about your loss. I'll be thinking about your grandparents, and you as well. I'm sure Smokey was a wonderful friend for you all.

 

[Cass]

RIP Smokey

 

[DVCCarrie]

I'm sorry to hear about Smokey. I know how you feel, I lost my Doxie in October and had much guilt. Know that she is already in a wonderful place running and barking and feeling so much better.

 

[simba928]

Thanks everyone. I'm sorry to hear about the lose of all your beloved furbabies. And Dan, that poem is really nice, thanks. I think I might print it out and give it to my grandparents.