Goodbye, Annie.

[rem]

Yesterday morning, I euthanized my loving little dog Annie. About a half hour ago, I buried her. She is the lovely little creature whose picture represents my name on the Forum. I had her for 10 short years, until a hot, metastatic mammary cancer attacked her a few weeks ago.


You dog people out there will get it.


Please don't reply to this post. I just wanted to tell you that I will be away for a little while. Just not up to doing much of anything for awhile. This too shall pass, but damn ….. I sure did love that little dog. Still do. It gets tougher every time.


Let's be careful out there. R

 

[Paul466]

I know U asked not to post but couldnt help it Sorry! All I wanted to say is: Im sure U gave ANNIE the best life she could have.Now its time to rescue another scared little furball and give it LOVE and good home that she enjoyed Passing the torch. thats what I tell myself when I got to face this Sad time KEEP YOUR HEAD UP REM!! TAKE CARE.

 

[Dmcleane]

They really take up residence in your heart quickly. I inherited my father's little miniature poodle 3 years ago. When I brought her home I was saying, "what am I going to do with this little dog?" About two months later I actually said out loud, "what would I do without this little dog?"

She's been across country twice now on my ST1100, crossed all the passes in the Sierras, ridden the coast from San Diego to Seattle, gone to Moonshine, and become a regular camper with me. Couldn't imagine life without her at this point.

So I feel ya, rem.

 

[creggur]

How could a dog person not respond to this. They are wonderful beasts, and I know how you feel right now. I still miss my Bassett, Dusty from time-to-time after a year without him. Spent nearly 15 wonderful years with him so there are a lot of great memories to cherish.

Chin up, Rem, it gets better...of course you already know this...but here's to all the joy Annie brought to you - nothing can take that away.

 

[rem]

Howdy, boys. I went into the Forum this morning to respond to a couple of spam alerts. Jeeze, you'd think these people could find something better to do than abuse other people's Forums.


I noticed that my post had received some attention. Just wanted to thank you guys for your thoughtful and much appreciated comments. The reason I said "no replies" was just because I didn't want my post to be a request for sympathy. There are thousands and thousands of awesome dogs that have a very special bond with their Dogfathers and Dogmothers. Annie was no more special than the rest of them. But she owned me, heart and soul. As does every other awesome doggie out there. They are all so very special. It's been a tough couple of days, but a lot of you have been there and done that as well.


I've been through this about 6 times now, and each time I promise myself I will never do it again. But ….. I can't imagine my life without a dog. We still have Annie's best bud, Holly. We'll see what happens.


Thank you again for your comments, and a couple of PM's from some of you. Here's to those magnificent, loving, selfless little creatures …. and here's to those of you who share a special bond with them. ::003:: ::003:: R.

 

[snuffcityrider]

Since the rule has been broken just wanted to say I'm sorry for the loss of one of your best friends. I was with my 5 year old boxer when he was put down several years ago when he went into renal failure. I wept like I was at a family ( human) members funeral. Like you, I said never again. I still have his buddy, a 13 year old Jack Russell. We'll see how my oath holds out...

 

[Ramseybella]

Sorry for responding bother..

I know your sorrow I had to do the same a few months back our loyal husky chow mix Jady.
She Loved the mountains fearless little dog but after 16 years we had to make that decision as well.
Now She go's with me every place I ride in a small container under my seat.
It took me sometime to stop seeing her in the house and faint barking in the distance as well as stop being cautious about stepping on her at the side of the bed.
They are always with us loyal to the end.. O
God Bless my friend..

 

[rem]

I'M BAAAAAAACCCCCKKK !. Just when you guys were about to get all rowdy. Well, I'm here now, ready to kick some rowdy butt. Well, probably not, but Vinny and Guido are at the ready to be dispatched. Looks like a lot of folk have signed on as new members. I'm sorry I missed greeting all of you.


I also found out that the new Bell Canada monopoly is going to cost me more to have Internet that it did with the local Northwestel monopoly. So I don't know how long I'll be able to continue with this. I realize the entire Forum will collapse without my sage input. The U. S. financial situation will worsen and stocks will drop. Mostly, I'll miss my ample stipend and the use of the Forum jet. And of course the power …. the old bar maids will never look at me the same again. Probably not at all. We'll see.


Anyway, thank you all again for your comments and thoughts. I'm more or less functional again. Working at about 47% … most of you won't notice the difference ::025:: . A hearty welcome to all of you new members I missed. Welcome to the Forum. Go kick some road butt … and let's be careful out there. R ::020:: ::022::

 

[hANNAbONE]

Ah Rem : sorry to hear this.
I've too have had to do it way too many times in my life.
Sorry for your loss, friend.

Be blessed : hANNAbONE

 

[Donk]

Rem, Sorry for your loss. Leaves a big hole in your heart. Whoever said you can't buy happiness forgot about dogs. (even though mine are rescues)

 

[BravoBravo]

I am very sorry for your loss, rem. This is the worst part of dog ownership. They capture our hearts, then leave us far too soon. I get teary-eyed thinking about the great dog companions I have known and loved over the years. I always go through the "never again" feeling too, but like you, I can't imagine life without a dog. Take care.
Kindest regards,
Bruce

 

[rem]

Six months ago today ….. and I still miss her BIG time. Little Holly is doing very well. Hope all you dogpeople and your doggies are doing well. Ain't nothing like 'em.


Be kind to a dog today !!!!!!


R ::008::

 

[justbob]

I feel your pain, we lost 2 dogs in September, 2 weeks apart, a 10 yr old and an 11 yr old , both to cancer.
We had to made the decision to end their lives rather than allowing them to suffer any longer, hard decision to make but the right one.

 

[Ramseybella]

My wife want's another dog or cat!!
I can't do that guys it was to painful to part with my buddy, still is lingering!!
I have had cat's in the past sort of like the Tenere a little easier to maintain, but again another playful pet I don't want to get attached to.
If I owned a piece of land Maybe.

::021::

 

[~TABASCO~]

I've contemplated posting anything in this thread because the pain is still deep.. I lost my 'daughter' last Sunday morning.. Two weeks ago Thursday, came home and she was in the ozone. She was acting very strange and wouldn't move. Her eyes looked as if she was spaced out. The next day I took her to the doctor to find out what's going on. They did blood test, Etc. Her blood count was pretty messed up but looking "OK"....

Fast forward, in 7-8 days we where in the doctor four more times for blood test. She was bleeding out. The last we did the test was this time last Saturday... She woke up my wife and I at 5:20 am and she passed away at 5:30... This week has been terrible, it has totally broken my heart as you other 'parents' know. Its been really hard.

She had a very aggressive cancer they said can come on in 3-6 months and you will never know your kid-O has it until its to late. Ironically that's not what killed her, she bled out into her belly.. Absolutely devastating.. We have pit-bulls.. :'(

 

[snuffcityrider]

Sorry to hear that Jaxon, I know its tough. I have a 14 year old Jack Russell and I'm dreading when she goes. Its amazing how much a part of the family pets become.

 

[XtreemLee]

Heart-break times bombs guaranteed to go off... Worth every bit of sorrow...

 

[~TABASCO~]

Sorry to hear that Jaxon, I know its tuff. I have a 14 year old Jack Russell and I'm dreading when she goes. Its amazing how much a part of the family pets become.

She just turned twelve, her brain was 100%. Everything was pretty good till three weeks ago Thursday. It's still been really difficult. I've gotten a few personal emails, I appreciate the support.

 

[rem]

ANNIE

It's been a full year since my sweet Annie died
But just barely a month since the last time I cried
I was right there beside her, right up to the end
When her pain finally ended, and my pain would begin

She died with such elegance, in dignified beauty
Knowing somehow I did my loving duty
She knew it was something for her I must do
Forgiveness was mine with the last breath she drew

I think of her often, and my heart skips a beat
I'm so incredibly lonely, and so incomplete
I loved her beyond what mere words could express
Without her beside me, I am so much less

The tears well up gently as I write this verse
I know I'll feel better, but first I'll feel worse
My love is eternal, I'll never forget her
Not a soul on this earth could have treated her better

Thank you, Sweet Annie, for the ten years you gave me
Perhaps your life's mission was simply to save me
Perhaps we were destined to share our life forces
As fate and good fortune collided our courses

But what would I give for one more day to share
To show her I love her, and lay my soul bare
To see her shy smile as I call her name
To pour out my heart, upon which she has claim

The way that she touched me has long made me wonder
My life's not the same, like a storm without thunder
I speak her name softly, and with each passing day
I'm so tragically sorry that she couldn't stay

Such a marvellous spirit, none other was sweeter
My day incomplete 'til I knelt down to greet her
A gentle, sweet creature who knew not how to growl
A goodness encased her like a radiant cowl

A sorrow engulfs me, that time will not quell
She was with me so briefly; goddammit to hell
Her life cut so short, what a terrible shame
I know I will never again quite be the same

I know she is peaceful, I know I'm forgiven
But my poor broken heart has severely been riven
The sadness her absence has left deep inside
Will for ever and ever within me abide

I hope that the goodness that riddled her soul
Was released to find yet one more life to console
The uncommon love that we shared was uncanny
I cannot express how much I miss my Annie


Ok boys, that’s the last you’ll hear about Annie.

Go hug a dog today. R

 

[cochise325]

Beautifully said. I just gave my little pooch a gentle rub out of gratitude.