Annie
 

Annie I am so dreadfully sorry for your loss, I know Teddy meant the absolute world to you. I read your post with tears streaming down my face. My heart aches knowing what you are going through right now.

One of the hardest things as the owner of a beloved pet (that term doesn't seem to encompass the love we have for these creatures) is to know when its time to say goodbye. Its the hardest decision in life that many of us will ever make and I applaud your courage.

Teddy will live on in your heart. I like to think that all our beloved animals are playing together in the sunshine in a glorious meadow, just waiting for us to join them again when our own time comes.

You gave each other 8 glorious years of unconditional love, remember that and hold on to it.

Sending you so much love

Rach:grouphug:

So sorry for your loss
 

Annie,

I wanted to let you know that I am so sorry for the loss of your dear friend Teddy. I know what it is like to loose a furry child, my husband and I have been married for 31 years and our children have always been dogs and cats (by choice). Over that period of time we have said goodby to 10 children and now we have 6 children (2 dogs and 4 cats). My life would be so empty without their unconditional love, especially with my MG condition. My dogs are 16 and 13, both came from very unloving homes, and the 13 year old (Ginger) usually follows me through the house like she needs to protect me. Two of the cats are often in my lap or laying close by. During the 2 1/2 months I spent in the hospital at the onset of this train reck, I missed their company so much. I went into the hospital in 2009 with two dogs and two cats and came home to an additional 2 month old kitty that my husband rescued and we have added another kitty rescued from our neighborhood last fall.

Teddy will always be with you in your heart. Take comfort in the things you see that remind you of him and when you're ready, please consider opening your home and heart to another furry child that needs you as much as you need him or her. I speak from experience that there are so many animals that people treat as throw aways for what ever reason - our 16 year old dog (Samantha) was taken to the dog pound and dumped at the age of 12 because the family had started having children (the two leg kind) and didn't want to be bothered with her anymore. She is one spoiled baby after 4 years with us.

Take care,
Southern Bell
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I want to thank all of you for your thoughts and kindness. I would normally thank each of you individually but I'm sure you understand that I am completely overwhelmed right now with grief.

Teddy was my last pet. I can't physically or financially afford another one. I'm not even sure I could have another anyway, since Teddy was so unique.

I am quite lost without him.

Annie

Sounds like your little one was blessed to have you. I am sorry for your loss. The photos are so sweet.

Annie59

I don't know when this will get better. It's pretty empty around here. I miss Teddy so much I can hardly deal with it. Thanks again for your support.

Annie,

just to let you know that my husband and I have been thinking of you.

Its a cliché but with the passing of time the pain gets to a level that you can deal with. My heart breaks for you, its very early days at the moment. Allow yourself to grieve properly.

Sending you so much love

Rach:hug:

So sorry for your loss
 

I had to put to sleep my beautiful 14 1/2 year old German Shepherd in July 2008. Not day goes by still I don't think about him. I still feel him here with me daily. When he died a part of me died too. I can feel your pain. There is a beautiful website ** where I was able to set up a memorial for my sweet Major. You might like to set one up for your Teddy.**. My prayers will be with you. Teddy will always be there with you in Spirit. God Bless You.:hug:


If you would like the link email me.


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