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Its been a while since I last visited tripawds... Everytime I open the page, I would start crying and then close it again... It is just too painful to visit - and then I relive the painful day that I had to say goodbye to my brave boy. My heart breaks everytime I think of how scared he was - and how the vet made it worse by putting a muzzle on him... It is hard for me to accept that the last moments that we spent together, was so terrifying for him to experience!
I miss him every day and cannot forgive myself for putting him through that experience...
At least I know that he has no more pain - and that his spirit will be with me forever... I still see him in my parents garden, on their bed, in his kennel - I stilll hear his bark when I visit....
I miss you my big brave boy - I am soooo sorry for what happened... I will love you forever!!
Lotsa love and lotsa hugs, Mommy xxx
Oh Ansunette, I'm so sorry for what you're going through. You MUST forgive yourself, for you did nothing wrong. Dee is still around you because he loves you so much and is so grateful for all the extra time that you had together in the physical sense. You could not help that he was afraid - that was completely out of your control, but you were there to be with him and comfort him while he crossed over...can you imagine how afraid he would have been if you weren't there?
His barking is trying to tell you that he's at peace...he's happy and well. Please don't blame yourself - you were such a wonderful mommy to Dee and he KNOWS that...and he wants you to be at peace.
Our love and thoughts are with you,
Heather and Zeus
Heather and Spirit Zeus - Our life changing journey…from the earth to the heavens…one day at a time…always together
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28 November 2008
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Ansunette, I so hope you soon find peace. The process of grieving is hard enough without having to carry the extra burden of guilt. You have nothing to be guilty for, as Heather pointed out. You took great care of Dee, and you chose to let him go with dignity. He will always feel your love.
Please allow yourself to begin to heal. Healing may be a long road, but you can get there one step at a time.
Hugs to you.
Shanna & Spirit Trouble ~ Trouble gained her wings 3/16/2011, a 27 1/2 month cancer survivor, tail wagging. RIP sweetheart, you are my heart and soul. Run free at Rainbow Bridge.
The November Five - Spirits Max, Cherry, Tika, Trouble & Nova. 11/2008 - 3/2013 An era ends as Queen Nova crossed the Bridge.
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25 September 2009
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Ansunette, we feel so badly for you, and understand how hard it is to share this experience with others. That must have been so hard to witness. I can't even imagine. You are so brave.
I don't know if this will make you feel any comfort, but try to remember how we dogs do not judge our humans in any way. We love them unconditionally, always, and that's what makes our relationships with you so special. I know that Dee is not judging you for what happened, he is only glad to be out of pain. Please try not to beat yourself up, Dee would not want you to.
Remember, his spirit will always be by your side, loving you without limits, forever.
We love you too, and are here for you.
{{{{Many hugs}}}}
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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10:39 pm
24 January 2009
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Hello Ansunette
I've followed you and Dee since I came into this community and I feel so sad for you right now. It's so hard to see our babies scared and think that that's their last memory. But, his eyes weren't muzzled. I'm sure that his eyes were on you to the last and he knows that your intent was to release him from the pain and nothing else.
I hope you can go easy on yourself and come to look forward to the little signs Dee sends as he keeps on loving you.
More hugs
Mary
Cemil and mom Mary, Mujde and Radzi….appreciating and enjoying Today
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