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Dearest Dasher
I'm writing this now because later I won't be able to do it. In a couple of hours, vet will send him to the RB. My heart is shattered. I never thought I'd lose him to cancer, too. He can't eat and is having trouble breathing. Last night he was able to eat baby food. I love him too much to let him suffer. He's still got his happy outlook and that makes it harder. We went on a short walk. He let me know when it was time to turn around and head home. I can't imagine my life without him. This apartment is going to be so cold and empty.
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:( {{{hugs}}} As hard as it is, you are doing the right thing. With a cat we had, we didn't want to wait until he was sick and miserable - we knew what the end would be.
Just know that many hearts and thoughts are with you. :love:
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Valerie, you will be held in our thoughts and prayers all day today! Tell Dasher when he gets to the Rainbow Bridge, look for Gracie, okay! She was another bid (mostly) black dog who went grey early in the silliest way, and never lost her wag. She will know where there are bunnies to run with, and where to find goodies.
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I'm so sorry that Dasher has to leave so soon - and no - it doesn't seem fair. But he will leave knowing happiness and love, and will wait patiently for you and those that he loved over the years. If he likes little playmates, I'm certain that Myndi and Sparky will be first in line to meet a new buddy.
{{{Hugs}}} to you at this sad time, and may you find your surroundings not staying too cold for too long. I personally find the sound of silence here to deafening. I feel your pain, just as so many others here in the PT community have experienced also.
RIP Dasher - fly free with those new wings of silver and gold. And don't forget to drop in on Mom occasionally - it will help her to feel better knowing that you are still watching out for her. :love:
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I'm so sorry for your loss! Prayers for you as you deal with the pain and emptiness. Goodbye Dasher! RIP! :love:
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You and Dasher are in my thoughts and prayers. My heart breaks for you. It is very courageous of you to let him go before his suffering increases with the horrible cancer. Sending you hugs and kitty purrs of comfort.
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Sending enormous hugs to you, Val and Dasher. ((((HUGS)))
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{{{Hugs}}} and prayers to you. RIP dear Dashed - you go with much love.
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Oh Valerie, I am so sorry to hear that Dasher's time has come. Such a hard decision for you. You are both in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
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We love you, Dasher~
Oh Valerie, dear friend for so many years, I'm hearbroken, in tears, reading this. Your beautiful, precious baby...I'm so sorry, so very sorry. Such a beautiful boy, and how blessed he was to have you as his mom. It's the hardest thing imaginable, making that selfless decision.:( There are no words, except that you and your precious Labbie boy are in my thoughts and prayers. I'm so sorry, Val.:( *tears*
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I'm so sorry Val.:( I remember when you adopted Dasher. What a great life he had with you. You gave him a second chance.
He will be with you forever in your heart.:love: (((hugs)))
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My heart aches for you. I'm so sorry for your loss. You did the right thing in letting him go. Hugs and comfort sent from TX to you during this most difficult time :( Goodbye handsome Dasher, rest well sweet boy.
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I'm so, so sorry Val. :( (((hugs))) RIP, Dasher. :love:
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I am so sorry. :(
There is no doubt that Dasher lucked out when your two paths crossed. You made him one very happy dog, and I know he made you a very happy human in return.
((((((HUGS))))))
Rest easy, Dasher. :love:
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Val, for this dog, you made a difference. Remember that! Dasher, for this humom, you made a difference! With the wisdom of dogs, I think you already know this, Dasher.
I am sorry for your loss, Val. Thank you for loving him, to the end.
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Oh Val my heart breaks for you :(. Sending massive hugs from across the big pond xxxx.
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Oh, Valerie. I am so sorry to hear this. Dasher was a beauty, and you were so loving and much loved by him. Thoughts and prayers to you.
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Oh no, I'm so sorry to read about Dasher. I didn't even know he was sick! He was always a favorite, and he always seemed so healthy for his age. Rest in Peace, precious Dasher! You will be missed by all, especially your mommy.:love:
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I am sorry to read of Dashers passing. He was a gentle old soul for sure.
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I have been postponing posting on this thread because I just don't know what to say.
I joined this forum after your beloved Duke was already gone and I remember you getting Dasher.
If I recall correctly he was already 10 years old and had heartworm.
He was one lucky dog to have found you. You helped him recover from the heartworm and gave him MANY more wonderful years.
I am so sorry for your loss.
RIP Dasher :(
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Thank you, everyone. It's really hard. I'm at peace because I knew it was the right thing to do but wish that made it hurt less. When it was time, I hugged him close and kept telling him how much I loved him and what a good doggy he was. Vet made experience so much easier. Still hurts like hell. Hubby works tonight so I'll come home to empty apartment. I can't imagine life without him.
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I am so sorry about Dasher's passing.:( Words seem so little comfort when your world changes at times like this. In time, the
happiness you both shared will outweigh the sadness. Wishing you a peaceful heart knowing how much you loved him and that love
really never dies. Rest in peace sweet boy.
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Dearest Val,
For some reason I thought to stop by PT tonight even though I have not visited in some time. My eyes immediately saw Dasher's name as a topic in Memorial and my heart sank. Oh I know the pain is so crushing, beyond words to try to describe. My heart hurts for you more than I could possibly express. I am just so very, very sorry. I hurt for you and I know it can only be a fraction of the pain you feel. He was your special angel and always will be. I know you gave him an incredible life, you gave him a chance most people never would. I still remember the separation anxiety issues you had at first. I certainly can't blame him for being afraid of losing the best human he had ever known. Please know my thoughts are with you. You had a precious and unique bond that will be a part of you forever. Much love to you, Val.
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Val,
I don't stop by often but here I am to see that your precious Dasher is gone. I am so sorry, Val. It seems like all of us old timers are losing our sweeties. I remember when you lost Duke and adopted Dasher. How lucky he was that you found him. You gave him a great home and a great life! RIP Dasher!
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These past days have just about been unbearable. My heart feels dark and heavy. I keep begging Dasher to visit me like Duke did. I just want to know he's ok. Tuesday night when I was going to bed, for a split second, I thought about calling him. I always showed him the way to his bed in the dark. Then I remembered :( Yesterday, I couldn't wait to get off work and to my car so I could cry. I did better tonight but still cried all the way home. I miss him so much. I've ordered a clear dog bone locket that I'm going to put his hair in. Maybe that will help me to feel closer to him. I'll be glad when this pain goes away. I'd have done anything to save him.
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Dear Val,
I'm in tears for you. The pain only seems to get worse for a while. I know for a while sometimes I could call to Tommy even though I knew he wouldn't come anymore. My heart breaks for you. :(
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I'm so sorry for your loss.:( RIP sweet Dasher.:( Please take care. (((HUGS))
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Oh Val :( I'm so sorry to hear about sweet Dasher :( He was so beyond lucky to have you and you really gave him a truly amazing life! Sending lots of love and hugs to you all during this time. :love:
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Thank you, everyone. It is getting a little easier but I still miss him terribly. I guess that will hang around a while. But I do have some sunshine in my life again. This sweet soul is a gem of a dog. The people that passed her by didn't know what they were doing. http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthre...08#post2479508
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:love: RUN FREE AND KNOW YOU WERE LOVED SO MUCH SWEET BOY.:love:
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Dearest dog of mine, it's been a week since you've been gone. My heart is still with you. I miss you :(
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So sorry to hear about Dasher, you gave him a good life in his senior years.
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Strange how you can be fine and then the pain hits you again.
Tears keep falling from my eyes
Like the heaviest of rain from the skies.
You can't bring them back, they say.
How I wish I could prove them wrong today.
To be able to stroke your soft black fur and look into your eyes so brown.
My heart would be light again,
Having you around.
I did the right thing by setting you free
But the pain is very deep.
If only I could turn back time, forever, you I'd keep.
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so sorry I'm late to this - please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Godspeed Dasher!
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I'm so sorry to hear about Dasher. Hugz. Dasher be free at the Bridge! Miaow from my crew and say hello to Maggie and Rose.
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Yesterday made three months since w had to part. It's getting closer to Christmas. I miss you :(
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Oh, what a beautiful photo, Val; brings tears to my eyes. Dasher was such a precious boy, just as Duke was, and I know how much you miss them both, especially with the holidays approaching.:( But Diamond Rose is there for you now, and I'm sure Duke and Dasher are comforted knowing their mommy has opened up her heart to another deserving pup, that she's able to smile again. (((hugs)))
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Yesterday, 9/3/14, was a year without you :( Thank you for sending me Rose. Without her, I'd not have been able to go on. I miss you *tears*