Today my dog died…
by GrowingFlowers
And I had no idea it would be so hard. Ernie has been a part of our family for more than eight years. We got him on Treska’s ninth birthday he was so tiny and, well let’s just say, he wasn’t planned! We took one look at brought him home. Surprise!
And we became a dog family. I was initiated. It was my first dog, my daughters’ first dog and Falko’s first REAL dog. His own, sozusagen!
And he’s been with us ever since. And he died today of Cancer – quick. Painless – I hope. And so loved.
And man it hurts SO badly. Hard to admit it. I have had a lot of hard grief this year. Death. And I know we have more to come. So I wasn’t expecting my dog to bring me down so deeply. But we are all in it together and he had the sweetest last night.
Falko slept with him on the floor all night. He spooned him. Like his very first night with us. Ernie cried and whimpered throughout his first night with us – he was separated from his mom and was scared. Falko got down on the shiny tiles with him and cuddled him. Falko loves telling the story. “Ernie was on a pillow under our bed, so little he didn’t even indent it!
The girls lay with him last night and this morning, stroked him. We fed him bacon and steroids while he could still eat. Dropped water into his mouth and waited for his appointment.
Man. Man oh man.
So sorry to read this.You’ve literally got me crying at the keyboard. You can see in those pictures how much personality he had. What a hard thing to go through. At least he had a good, love-filled life.
Oh, so sorry
I know all too well the grief of losing a furry soul mate. We are so blessed to have these beings in our lives.
Earnie had a great life with you. I’m sure he will be with you, watching you from the dog’s heaven.
I’m so, SO sorry, Kiersten. It’s supposed to hurt. It means he touched your life, changed it, in a way. It means you loved. Loved deeply and passionately. It means he really WAS part of the family…not just a pet. He is beautiful, btw. And Falko’s actions warmed my heart, so much. Sending you all love and peace as you make your way through this difficult time. xo
Such an empty space is left…Glad to know that he passed quickly.
Awful, just awful, we had a lab cross for near on 16 years! His departure still leaves a huge hole in my heart (6 years ago) I feel your pain, I really do. You like us were blessed with the love of an extraordinary dog! Take care, all the very best from New Zealand …..
I’m so sorry for your loss.
Oh, so sorry for you. What a loss, but how lucky he was to be so loved.
Reading this I have tears in my eyes, lump in my throat. You said it, man o man it hurts but I wouldn’t be without a dog. So many benefits.
My heart goes out to you. Dogs are family. Hugs.
Thank you everyone for sending SO much love! It was stunning how painful it was and good to know that so many people understand it. Love to you all sweet readers – so glad to know you are there!
Oh, so sorry. Such a painful time. Pets have such a special place in our hearts it truly is like losing a family member.