Grieving

[EZS]

I havent visited the forums for a couple of months and during that time, I (we, my wife and I), had to put down my (our) beloved companion Fonzi. I have him in my avatar picture and it breaks my heart.
This may not be the best place to post such things, but this group has been very supportive and positive since joining.
Many of us have furry loved ones and you know how deeply special they are in your lives.
My boy has been with me through the most trying of times. I loved him more than most people. He was so very special.
In memory of Fonzi.

 

[Brett]

Such a handsome guy! There's no doubt that you gave him a great life and that he experienced all that life could offer him, through you and your family. Condolences to you all, and I hope that you guys find peace in knowing that he knows how much you love him and he's running (and most likely) chewing the shit out of some toys on the other side.

 

[Gordo]

Great name. It's a heavy, heavy thing to put down a pet. You know you're doing the right thing, and they count on us to do that for them, but it's super hard to do.

Wishing you peace.

 

[jubal81]

Condolences, bud. It's a hard time.

I had a pet portrait commissioned when my dog Sizzles died. I had it framed and it makes me feel better seeing him in the hallway every day.

 

[giovanni]

So sorry to hear that. That’s gotta be really hard.

 

[Laundryroom David]

Ah fuck that’s a heartbreaker. I am so so sorry you had to put him down. This month is 5 years since we had to put our (my) girl down. To paraphrase another saying, I don’t want another dog, I just want that last one again. I feel for you. Hang in there and be kind to yourself.

 

[KR Sound]

Sorry man, it’s one of the worst things to have to do. Looks like a great pup and I’m sure he had a great life with you.

 

[szukalski]

My condolences my man. Just think of the good times he had, he seemed a happy one from the pics.

 

[Feral Feline]

Sincere condolences.

We've been there, too, and know it's never easy to let a family member go.

I found it does help to post here, lightened the load; so thank you for being strong enough to share here and I hope it helps in some way.

 

[PapaBear]

He was a handsome fellow, so sorry for your loss.

 

[steviejr92]

My condolences man, I bet he lived such an awesome life. I’m sorry for your loss. I hope you feel better soon.

 

[Fingolfen]

That's a great looking dog, and I'm very sorry for your loss. We've lost a couple of our furry friends over the past year, and it's never easy. Hang in there man...

 

[Phil hodson]

So sorry for your loss. I had to do the same to my two boys about a year ago. Both in quick succession too. Like you they were there through all the ups and downs of the 16 years they were with me. And they were always the best of friends to me. Solid and steady and always there with a wag of their tail.
Just having them with me always made life so much better.
Remember the good times. They will always be with you.

 

[mdc]

RIP sweet boy.

Pet grief is real grief, and I'm truly sorry for your loss.

 

[EZS]

Lots of love flowing, thanks for all the kind words. And yes Im sorry for everyones furry friends as well. My boy finally lost the ability to walk and I know he isnt in pain anymore.

 

[Harry Klippton]

Sorry for your loss @EZS. I'm having a similar kind of weekend. Not the same as a pet, but a bear killed all 4 of my remaining rabbits on Friday and destroyed all my cages. I got nothing left

 

[jimilee]

Oh man, my condolences as well. I cried like a baby when I had to do that. I feel your pain.

 

[EZS]

but a bear killed all 4 of my remaining rabbits

Oh no. I love rabbits, we raised rabbits as a kid. So gentile. Im sorry.

 

[Gordo]

WTF!!! I didn’t know bears would do that.

 

[PapaBear]

WTF!!! I didn’t know bears would do that.

Bears and Coyotes!