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Angela & Blackie & 3 Others

Angela & Blackie & 3 Others

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We had to make the most difficult decision yesterday with our best friend, and companion of about 14 years. Goldie, our German Shepherd, was laid to rest at our vet's office at 2:44 p.m. She went peacefully. She was very old for her breed, and her hind quarters were giving out on her due to hip dysplacia (sp). She tried with all her beautiful might up to her final moments on our property to protect it against a cat that was outside of the fenceline. She barked her strongest bark, and tried to run, but couldn't due to the pain. I went inside crying, with the image of that moment forever imprinted on my mind. We held her as the vet inserted the syringe to put her under, as if she was being prepped for surgery. She jumped, allowing the needle to move out of her vein, so the vet had to stem the blood. She shaved her right rear leg, and reinserted the syringe. My husband held her body tightly, and told her it was ok to let go. I held her head, and told her I loved her very much. We both listened to her breathing lessening as the drug took her away from us.

She is now running in those wonderful meadows alongside her big brother, Lucky, whom we lost 6 years ago. I asked my beloved Precious kitty to accept Goldie with open paws.

I'm giving her the largest candle on this message board. In my heart, she deserved it, and much, much more.
 
I'm so sorry. My heart breaks for you. You made the toughest most unselfish loving decision to help her find peace. Please be kind to yourself and only allow good memories of Goldie to fill your heart and mind. My thoughts are with you and your family.
 
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I had to let my beloved dog go not even a month ago so I understand your pain and grief.
Huge hugs
 
She is now running in those wonderful meadows alongside her big brother, Lucky, whom we lost 6 years ago. I asked my beloved Precious kitty to accept Goldie with open paws.
I'm giving her the largest candle on this message board. In my heart, she deserved it, and much, much more.
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I'm so sorry and saddened for you to hear about your beloved Goldie. Hold those thoughts in your mind with her running in the meadows alongside Lucky and your precious kitty. My heart and prayers go out to you. It is one of the hardest things to go thru with losing a beloved pet.
 
((((((Angela)))))))

I'm so sorry for your loss. Goldie was very fortunate to have such a loving family.

Fly free sweet Goldie. Fly free.
 
so very sorry for your loss we put our old collie mix down in 2003 she was almost 16 and also had trouble getting up she had been my hiking companion for years and I still really miss her so much on the trails (((((HUGS))))) to you

fly Free Goldie my Chloe girl is there and I asked her to show you around rb_icon wings_cat wings_cat
 
(((Angela)))

Tears are flowing for your loss. You and your DH made the only decision that can be made when your companion's quality of life has changed so much. You know in your heart that Goldie is running and jumping and chasing butterflies with all of our GA kitties. She can now help to stand guard over them and they will cuddle with her as they all wait to be reunited with their beans at the Bridge.
 
((((Angela)))) I am so sorry for your loss of Goldie. I do believe you made the best decision for her. It was the right decision when their quality of life is so affected. She is now running free, no pain, and protecting all that she loves. Fly free sweet Goldie. rb_icon
 
Tears and condolences to your family as you deal with the loss of your cherished friend, and admiration for your courage in knowing when it was time to allow Goldie to no longer feel pain.

My heart goes out to you.
 
Dear (((((Angela))))),
So very sorry you had to let Goldie go, but you did the most loving thing. Cherish your memories of all the good times. Goldie will always be with you. Fly free, sweet Goldie, you are much loved. wings_cat

In deepest sympathy,

Ella & Rusty & Chef Stu (GA), who welcomes Goldie to the Bridge with a dish of her favorite food.
 
I'm so sorry for your loss ... Im sure goldie was greeted over the bridge by all the GA's and is waiting till you meet up again ...
 
Big Tears coming down my face. I am sorry for your loss, Angela and DH.
Goldie is happy and waiting for you at the bridge. She knows you love her very much.
 
Ladies, thank you so very much for your words, thoughts, prayers and most of all, your *HUGS*. My husband came home last night in tears. He told me that while he was working, he was ok. Preoccupied, and busy at work, which left him with very little time to dwell on the pain. As he started to come home, he started remembering. He told me that he bypassed the gas station to get his cigarettes because he was crying too much. He told me that as he got to the gate, the tears were rolling even more. He misses his "Goldie-girl" immensely. She used to greet him at the gate when he came home. Heck, she used to greet us both whenever we came home. As I was making dinner last night, the tears started flowing for me again. He hugged me from behind and told me, "don't cry in your burrito". We're going to be tearing down Goldie's doghouse either today, and/or tomorrow. I want to remember her in better, happier times. Not the last times before we had her PTS.

Again, thank you so very much. I, too, cry very hard when I read about someone's beloved furbaby who's GA. I know what it's like being on your end, reading stories like these. Knowing all too well that one day, your furbaby(ies) will have to leave your loving arms.

Please, please treasure all of the little idiosyncrosies (sp), their bad habits, and whatnot with all your heart. As much as those things annoy the crap out of us, they'll be gone forever before we all know it.
 
So sad a time for you. Our tears & hearts are with you & your family. Goldie sounds like such a sweetheart, how wonderful to have her for so many years. Take care, Susan & Lanky
 
My heart just breaks to hear about your precious baby, Goldie. We all know the terrible pain of losing a beloved part of our family. I hope the good memories you have of Goldie and how much joy she brought to your lives will help you through this sad time.
 
Angela, my deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved Goldie. These droolers leave such a huge void in our lives when they are gone and my heart goes out to you and your DH and all who knew and loved Goldie.
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(((Angela & DH)))) I'm so sorry for your loss. I know how heartbreaking it is to lose your best friend. I hope in time your happy memories will ease your pain. :YMHUG:
 
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