I do not know if this information will help but maybe if I share it will.
When Bunkey passed away suddenly last year,his twin and only litter mate Buddie was so lost without him. They napped together,they even pottied in the same place in the yard. They were both 9yrs old at the time and had not ever been apart for more than 2 or 3 hours. Buddie was heart broken and depressed and so was I. It may sound weird but I would hold him in my lap and tell him how much I missed his brother. Bunkey was MY baby. Buddie never cuddled with me before, he belongs to my daughter. I took the time to explain to Buddie and our other poodle Skittles (half brother to the twins) what had happened,why the Dr couldnt help,and again how much I hurt too.
I know that people say dogs dont understand but I think that they do. I believe deep down that Buddie and Skittles started to understand and they have healed slowly. A year has passed and I dont catch Buddie looking for his brother anymore. Skittles doesnt get in my lap and just stare into my eyes anymore.
My heart hurts so much for all of you and I truely hope that time will bring some healing to each of you. |