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Coping with loss of 18 year old dog

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sean45913
sean45913

I feel a bit foolish posting here. But, last night my wife and I put our beloved dog of 18 years to sleep. It was peaceful and painless in front of the fireplace. he was sleeping when the vet came and did bot even wake up when she injected him. It was perfect.

But, I have never felt this kind of pain before. I had him from age 14 to 32. He came with me to college, law school, and was even in my wedding. The pain is unbearable. I feel empty, lost, and hopeless. Not even death of a family member has reached this level of pain. I just want to know that wherever he is, it is better than the pain he was feeling.

I know this is grieving. But, I appreciate you for reading this.

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  • sam18386
    sam18386 sean45913

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    oh poor you, what a terrible thing! such a sad thing, if you've never lost a pet then you won't know how you feel! just take it one day at a time, think what you did for that dog and how happy you made it feel, looking after a dog for that amount of time is really caring. think of all the happy times you had with the dog. bless you. x

  • jan34534
    jan34534 sean45913

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    I am so sorry for your loss. The loss of a beloved pet can be devastating. I have been through that myself and alone with my dog when he passed. It can be as devastating as the loss of a person. They were our faithful and loving companions . you had him from childhood to adult hood and that is an awesome journey with him! He saw you grow up.

    definitely give yourself time to grieve. Grieve as much as you need to and eventually you’ll get to the point where you can function better and always have beautiful memories of him. One thing that can never be taken away is that loving bond you had with him! That is forever.

    I know how painful it is but please try to think along the lines of how grateful you are to have had him that long and had so many wonderful times with him !

    he will always be a part of you. I know that you will find inner peace in time. Take care of yourself and God bless. ❤

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