Please think of my folks, they lost their doggy today

[Delster]

Dear all, could I please ask for warm soothing thoughts and prayers for my folks. They had to have our beloved doggy put to sleep just half an hour ago and they are in bits.

We don''t know how old he was but he was maybe two or three when we got him and that was in ''96 so he was maybe sixteen. He''d been in the shelter for nine months before we adopted him because no-one wanted such a big dog. They couldn''t think of a name for him when they first got him so they called him ''the dog that''s just in''. It stuck and he was always Justin after that. The first two days we had him he hid under a desk and wouldn''t come out, he was that scared of people. We didn''t think even a cat would fit under there, never mind a great big rough collie German shepherd cross.

He''d been slowing down for a long time and the last couple of weeks he didn''t seem to be able to hear any more. We''d taken to waving at him and he''d wag his tail when he saw us. The vet thinks he had a stroke yesterday and there was nothing more that could be done. He was a total dote and we are all very very sad. My parents'' wee terrier is bewildered.

I''m sorry if I''m rambling a bit, it''s still very raw and I''m on my own, I''m not with them. Please think of us and send wishes/prayers for acceptance and peace. Thank you.

 

[Skippy123]

Oh Delster, I am so sorry; sending a huge hug to you and your parents.

 

[Lorelei]

Del, I am sending out my strongest thoughts and prayers to you and your family. I am so terribly sorry, it sounds like they did the only thing they could for Justin, but I well know how much it hurts, as many of us do. It takes time...Please know many of us do sympathise and are here for when you want to talk, or need any support.

God bless precious Justin.

 

[Miranda]

So sorry for your family. Your parents did the best thing they could. That doesn''t make it any easier for them, does it? You guys will be in my thoughts.

 

[dani13]

So sorry to hear this, Delster. I know how difficult it is to lose a pet...they truly become part of our families.....Hugs to you and your family....

 

[ladypirate]

I''m so sorry to hear this, Delster. He sounds like a great dog, and I''m sure he''s watching over your family now. *hugs*

 

[coatimundi_org]

So sorry Delster...(((HUGS)))to you and your parents.

 

[Kaleigh]

Delster,
I am very sorry. Sending prayers to your parents and to you.

 

[FrekeChild]

I''m so sorry to hear that Delster. I''m sure he had a wonderful life with you and your family. Losing a pet is always very difficult.

 

[scarleta]

Delster:So sorry to hear that.Thinking of all of you and praying for acceptance and peace...

Justin came to such a nice house and he is now in peace.Your parents gave him everything and more.
Nobody could have offered Justin a better home..Hang in there dear...

 

[Dogmom]

(( Justin )) (( Delster )) (( parents ))

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....

 

[FireGoddess]

I am so, so sorry for their loss. Even when you know it''s the right thing to do it is still devastating. Thinking comforting thoughts for them...

 

[Tacori E-ring]

Sorry to hear this. My thoughts are with your family.

 

[Madam Bijoux]

My prayers and condolences to you and your parents. Please find comfort in knowing that you did the kindest thing for Justin.

 

[btrflygrl23]

Oh Delster I am so, so so sorry. I totally feel your pain something very similar happened to my little girl 2 years ago this August and the family and I are still not over it.
I feel so very sad for you and your parents my thoughts are with you. You did the best for the old man you put him first even though is was heartbreaking for you guys. He isn''t in pain but I know it me saying this does nothing when you have lost a beloved pet, companion and family member.
Hugs and more hugs to you.

 

[Linda W]

Delster,

I am so sorry to hear this. This is one of the hardest things to have to do. Loving prayers and wishes coming to you and your parents.

Love,
Linda

 

[PugLover]

I''m sorry, Hugs to you and your parents..

 

[Sabine]

Sending hugs your way...I''m so sorry.

 

[Delster]

Thank you so much everyone. Skippy, Lorelei, Miranda, Dani, ladypirate, coatimundi, Kaleigh, FrekeChild, scarleta, dogmom, FireGoddess, Tacori, Madam Bijoux, btrflygrl, Linda, PugLover, Sabine, you are all so kind.

dogmom, that poem made me start crying all over again. It''s so sweet and such a lovely thought. I know we''ll see him again, and our other pets we''ve lost in the past too. Thanks for sharing it. I''ve sent it on to my Mom.

BF and I went for a long hike this evening and it was the best thing I could have done. We went up into the woods in Clare and sat on a bench and stared out over the Shannon estuary. It was so beautiful and peaceful and we talked about Justin. BF never knew him when he was still young and hyper (and boy was he hyper!) so I was telling him what he was like. It was lovely.

 

[Keepingthefaith21]

Oh Delster! I am so sorry to hear this! It's so hard when you can not be with your parents.

When my mom's cat had to be PTS my father had to call and tell me the following day because my mom was just too upset to call. I felt so bad not being there to hug her.

I'll keep Justin in my thoughts as he crosses over the Rainbow Bridge.

 

[bee*]

I''m so sorry to hear that Delster. Sending best wishes to you and your folks.

 

[Diamond*Dana]

I am so sorry to hear about your family dog, that is so sad. I have had to say goodbye to a few pets and it is such a difficult time. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.

 

[diamondfan]

I am so sorry. I love animals and losing a beloved pet is so hurtful. But your parents rescued him and gave him a wonderful life.

 

[Deelight]

Sorry to hear about that Delster

Sending hugs and well wishes to you and your folks

 

[Skippy123]

Delster, I am thinking about you and your family today, huge hug outgoing.

 

[Delster]

Thanks so much Keepingthefaith, bee, diamond*dana, diamondfan, Deelight and Skippy.

I talked to my folks again last night and they were still very shook but they know they did the right thing. The poor wee terrier was still searching for him, she didn''t understand. We''ll all just need some time.

I wish I could show you a picture of him but the silly dog used to turn his head away whenever anyone produced a camera! He was just gorgeous. He had such a big mane he looked like a big black and grey lion. He had this tail that was bigger than he was and when he wagged it his whole body shook - I got that on video once on my mobile phone and I''m so glad now I captured it

 

[Dandi]

He sounded like such a handsome boy. Kudos to your parents for taking him in and giving him a wonderful life.

Thinking of you and your family (and their wee terrier!) today. The hurt from losing an animal is like losing a part of yourself. Do take care xo

 

[LegacyGirl]

Oh no! Poor thing

I''ll keep you and your family in my thoughts.

 

[krisvrn]

Date: 4/8/2008 11:58:05 AM
Author:Delster
Dear all, could I please ask for warm soothing thoughts and prayers for my folks. They had to have our beloved doggy put to sleep just half an hour ago and they are in bits.


We don''t know how old he was but he was maybe two or three when we got him and that was in ''96 so he was maybe sixteen. He''d been in the shelter for nine months before we adopted him because no-one wanted such a big dog. They couldn''t think of a name for him when they first got him so they called him ''the dog that''s just in''. It stuck and he was always Justin after that. The first two days we had him he hid under a desk and wouldn''t come out, he was that scared of people. We didn''t think even a cat would fit under there, never mind a great big rough collie German shepherd cross.


He''d been slowing down for a long time and the last couple of weeks he didn''t seem to be able to hear any more. We''d taken to waving at him and he''d wag his tail when he saw us. The vet thinks he had a stroke yesterday and there was nothing more that could be done. He was a total dote and we are all very very sad. My parents'' wee terrier is bewildered.


I''m sorry if I''m rambling a bit, it''s still very raw and I''m on my own, I''m not with them. Please think of us and send wishes/prayers for acceptance and peace. Thank you.

Sorry to hear this! Take care.

 

[Delster]

Thank you so much DandiAndi, LegacyGirl, and krisvrn. All the warm wishes really help, you''re very good.