I’m utterly devastated.
I’ve been debating wether or not to make this post. I’ve waffled back and forth about it for weeks and ultimately decided that I need to. There is no easy way to say this. An unthinkable tragedy has claimed the lives of my dogs.
They were just babies and gone too soon.
Whiskey was two; my little (giant) chihuahua. He lived for hiking and fetch, was terrified of thunder, and was the most cuddly of creatures. He always had to wear his jammies at night because otherwise he got cold. There were few fences that contained him, but he chose not to escape our yard. I watched him bound over a 6 foot fence with ease and from then on shorter fences were only minor inconveniences to him. More than anything he wanted to be by our sides and was a loyal companion all of his days.
Birdie wasn’t even one. She only graced us with her presence for 6 months, but those were a spectacular 6 months. She was the perfect pup. She absolutely loved the water and splashed around in her water bowl daily. So much so that I had to put all of the water bowls outside. Her favorite activity was playing with Whiskey though. She was so ferocious when playing with him that we almost renamed her Honey Badger. It was of course adorable because she was half his size and he was so gentle with her; always being extra careful not to step on her.
They were absolutely wonderful dogs. They were both so smart and silly; my constant companions. My babies. There is a hole in my heart that can’t possibly heal.
I’m trying my hardest to reestablish routines to pull myself back together, but it all feels so impossible right now. Staying busy helps, but I’m downed in waves of despair at the most random moments. I truly cherish the memories I have of them, but it will never be enough.
I’m truly sorry for the loss of your dogs. They are never with us long enough and losing them too soon is awful. They loved you and were happy to be with you for the time they had.
Thank you Laci. They were truly the best and I don’t think I’ll ever really recover.
I am so sorry for your losses – sending condolences
Thank you.
Im sorry hun it’s been a hard loss for us, but I’m glad you decided to post this it was helpful for me to see this. Love you.
I love you too and I’m glad this helped you. This is the hardest thing I’ve ever endured. Today has been especially bad.
So very sorry to hear this.
Thank you. 🙁
I am so very sorry to hear about your tremendous loss! Losing a beloved pet truly leaves a hole in the heart and an emptiness in the house. My heart aches for you and will pray for you and your family.
– Yolande
Thank you Yolande, I appreciate the prayers. The emptiness and quietness of the house is the first thing that really struck me and a constant reminder of their absence.
I’m so sorry Amber.
Thank you Dawn.