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Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Jack was a beautiful dog. I'm glad you posted the pictures.
I know it is hard for you, but I know, your other baby surely senses the loss. I know because my mom is going through this right now. with her remaining dog. Her vet told her it may take about 6 weeks for your other fur baby to adjust. Remember, pet's grieve too..
Kim & Angel Buster
"Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened."
–Anatole France
Thanks so much for posting his pics Jerry -- made me cry yet again -- isn't he such a handsome boy? Wow, I miss him.
I'm having issues here with "what ifs" -- I took him to Penn in February...they did the biopsy - no cancer....follow up here w/ x-rays - ok, i say - go back in early April for x-ray - looks the same, we still don't know what it is -- come back next month....ummmm, no thanks -- find another doc -- by the time I get a new doc, get him there, get the stuff from Penn to her to look at, get another biopsy, get the results - its August.... "what if" it was diagnosed in February??!?!?!! I tried to help him.....
Kim - I've been giving extra hugs to my girl...I don't think she realizes anything yet - I think once we get back home, she will figure out he's gone. I just wish I had Jack here to hug....
Heather - you will have courage when the time comes but don't worry about that now. Enjoy Zeus. I'm trying to remember that in the end, I guess, I was able to help him. Even though I couldn't get that dang diagnosis earlier....
I'm just so sad. So very much dreading going home. Hanging at my sister's another night so as to put off the inevitable....
Yes, jack is a beautiful boy indeed. But please stop feeling regret! No matter how much we do for our lovable three legged cancer survivors, it is never enough. You could spend a million dollars trying everything possible, and still wonder what if i tried that one more thing?
If you're gonna keep asking "What if?" ask ... What if Jack never came into your life? You're better off for having had him, and he was better off with everything you did for him.
The book Without Regret helped us – and many others on this site – cope with amputation and the eventual loss of our furry friends. But the title says it all. Healing is much easier without regret.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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Thanks Jerry.... you are right...I need to remember that, I wouldn't trade this pain for not having had him.... I will get that book...I miss him so much. But, that is a testament to our bond... and I need to remember that....
Dearest Kristen,
I am so sorry it came to this, so soon. You did the right thing for Jack in helping him to cross over the "Bridge" and I'm glad you are at peace with your decision. That does not mean that it isn't a very hard time for you and will be for some time. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Love, Blazer, Kitty Kimber & Mom (Vicki)
Thank you for your note Vicki. This is very hard. One more morning without him....
I'm dreading going home without him. Dreading that first drive in my car without looking in my rearview mirror at a chocolate head - he always had to look out the front window, needed to know where were were off to now! Dreading going in my back door and the absolute silence that will fall...Jack was such a whirl of activity - I do have my other dog but she is much calmer - he was constantly near me, dropping tennis balls in my lap, asking for belly scratches, or willing me to give him just one more treat.... this is going to be so hard.....
I can't imagine Kristen...I really can't, but you will survive this and Jack will help you...just ask him for some help.
I LOVED what Jerry said...what if they never came into our lives...wow - that is good.
NO REGRETS....kristen - no regrets. You loved him fiercely and that is what you may be guilty of, but nothing else.
We're thinking of you during this very tough time.
Peace,
Heather and Zeus
Heather and Spirit Zeus - Our life changing journey…from the earth to the heavens…one day at a time…always together
jerry said:
If you’re gonna keep asking "What if?" ask … What if Jack never came into your life? You’re better off for having had him, and he was better off with everything you did for him.
The book Without Regret helped us – and many others on this site – cope with amputation and the eventual loss of our furry friends. But the title says it all. Healing is much easier without regret.
Hiya Kristen, I truly agree with everything Spirit Dog Jerry has said here and Without Regret is a very well written book that might give you some solace in your time of need. Please don't beat yourself up with the "What if's?". You did your very best for Jack and you were there for him all of the way!
Love, Blazer, Kitty Kimber & Mom (Vicki)
Well, I made it home. Very sad but actually feels good to be home. I feel closer to him. This was our home base. It is extremely quiet though. I think my other pup is getting the idea that there is something terribly wrong. My friend met me here and helped me get in the back door. Helped me get some things put away that I couldn't bear to look at. Stayed with me a few hours, forced me to eat and listened to me yammer away about all things Jack.
I did some cleaning, always therapeutic for me. Vacumed an extremely hairy house - we've all been living downstairs since last Saturday. I have another friend coming to see me tonight... which will help with the deafening silence that is my house now. I need to get myself back to walking my other dog...tonight may be too soon.... back to work tomorrow - which will be good. For both me and my other pup, have to get back to the old routine.
I'm repeating what Jerry said (and what Heather and Vicki reminded me of) "what if Jack never came into your life?" Well, to answer that question, perhaps not poetically, that would suck far more than this does right now. So - Jack has helped me through thus far (as well as the strength from my amazing mom who died from breast cancer) and will continue to do that for me. One day at a time is all any of us can do. Jack taught me that no one knows what tomorrow will bring -- all you can do is smile, wag your tail and live in the moment.
jacksmom said:
One day at a time is all any of us can do. Jack taught me that no one knows what tomorrow will bring — all you can do is smile, wag your tail and live in the moment.
Jack was a very smart boy - a lesson us humans never seem to master completely in this lifetime.
I'm happy to hear that you are home safely - I'm sure it was a difficult road.
We're still here for you and your girl.
I hope you get some rest.
Love Heather
Heather and Spirit Zeus - Our life changing journey…from the earth to the heavens…one day at a time…always together
I'm glad you had a friend go with you to your house to help put away reminders of Jack so you can have some time to heal. I'm sure your other dog will be very lonely for Jack and will need some extra TLC. Hang in there, Kristen, and as Heather said, "I hope you get some rest". You have been through a lot and now you need to take care of yourself.
Love, Blazer, Kitty Kimber & Mom (Vicki)
So sorry to hear about your loss.
I hope you will manage to remember the good times more than the end, and to be proud of the good life you gave Jack.
Godspeed Jack and may you run with the Labbie pack in heaven.
Paula and Max
Paula and Spirit Max
jacksmom said:
Jack taught me that no one knows what tomorrow will bring — all you can do is smile, wag your tail and live in the moment.
And whether you have a tail or not, that's the most important thing to remember in order to be happy.
Jack's spirit is glowing strong and bright within you. Keep holding on to that light, and you'll be just fine. Hang in there.
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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