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losing a pet

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middleagespread Mon 27-Jul-15 18:22:33

Lost our beloved collie this week.He was only 11 and one moment he was running around like a 2 year old and then he got very sick very quickly. The GC called him Nanny Rigley because he herded them , licked them and stole food out of their hands. We always said he would be our last dog due to our ages but ............ When are you too old to own a dog?

NanaandGrampy Sat 30-Jan-16 19:32:14

So sorry for all that have lost a beloved pet/friend . They do take up such a large part of your heart.

Jane10 Sat 30-Jan-16 19:32:17

Aww. So sorry to hear that downtoearth

annsixty Sat 30-Jan-16 19:33:21

*downtoearth" flowers be good to yourself in the coming days.

Alea Sat 30-Jan-16 20:52:08

downtoearth big {hug} and every sympathy.
Grace has now turned 13 and I am treasuring every moment.

downtoearth Sat 30-Jan-16 21:26:04

Bless her wondered how she was from my Nellie days...thank you all for your kind words it has been a rapid decline.Just 36 hours,she has many health problems and her major organs are all affected and closing down,fortunately she hasn't suffered before last few hours,always a happy waggy girl,with the sweetest nature

Iam64 Sat 30-Jan-16 21:40:17

sincere condolences downtoearth, the loss of a much loved canine companion is a blow. the last loving thing we can do is to make the tough decision and hold a paw as you did x

wot Sat 30-Jan-16 21:53:08

So sorry. You did a brave, generous thing. Thinking of you.

annodomini Sat 30-Jan-16 22:27:14

So sad for you, downtoearth. It was the kindest thing you could do for her, but there will be a big hole in your life. ((((hugs))))

numberplease Sat 30-Jan-16 23:37:15

So sorry at your news Downtoearth.

WilmaKnickersfit Sun 31-Jan-16 00:04:39

My heart goes out to you downtoearth. flowers

downtoearth Sun 31-Jan-16 15:57:19

thank you all for your kind words....just cleaning cushions and rugs,and carpet as she could be a bit whiffy at times,but it hurts and feels like I am trying to get rid of all trace of her...we still have food,lead,toys etc to deal with..but having been there you all know and understand how I feel,and how to give me comfort and I am so grateful for your comments xxxx