Grieving over the passing away of my 4yr old 3 pound baby yorkie Ace

[nicky wells]

Iam so sorry for your loss of little Ace, I've only had my Molly for a few weeks but the bond is already very strong. Take care and just remember the good times, I'm sure that's what Ace will want.

[Charlies Mamma]

I am so sorry for your loss, you will be in my prayers

[acesmom79]

Originally Posted by LunasMomma

I am so very sorry for your heartbreaking loss. I went through a similar situation with my baby Starr. She was almost three years old, and 5 pounds of pure love. She got sick in the same way your Ace did, and it took 5 days of running her to the vet every day before they finally figured out that she had an obstruction. It was a bunch of wood mixed with hair (she'd chewed up a colored pencil that I later found under our bed ) The hair was from my daughter and me, we both had very long hair at the time and I guess she was eating it. They did the surgery and sent her home with us. Later that night, I was cooking dinner (still can't eat spaghetti much because of this) when my then 10 year old daughter ran into the kitchen and said Starr is making a weird noise and i'm scared. We now know that it was her last breath, the death rattle We rushed her to the ER vet anyway, where they confirmed that she had indeed died They said that she bled internally, and the next day I was picking up her little bed and saw that it was soaked with blood.

I wanted to go after the vet that did the surgery as well, but was too heartbroken at the time to do anything. A few months later, I found out that they went out of business.

There are no more understanding folks in the world than right here at YT. A lot of us have lost a little one unexpectedly and know how you're feeling. It's horrible, and my husband and I literally just laid in our bed that night and bawled like little babies, not sleeping at all. The very next day, my hubby was on a mission to find another Yorkie baby to love, while I hated the idea. I was never going to have another dog, ever, my heart was raw. He had me looking for breeders online and that's when I stumbled upon YT and the wonderful people here BEST thing that ever happened to me, and my two Yorkie girls that I've got now. We did end up with a pup (and then a second a couple of months later) and they helped our hearts heal so much. When you are ready to love again, you'll be amazed at how much that can lift your heart. You'll know when the time is right. My husband forced me into it, but I'm kind of glad that he did, because the new puppy (Luna) was sickly and it forced me to focus on keeping her alive, and not on my grief.

I hope that you are able to find some peace in time. You did everything you possibly could do for your baby. You trusted in your vet, as did I, after all they are supposed to be the professionals, right!? It took a long time (this was almost 6 years ago now) but we can now talk about Starr and laugh and smile at her memories. She taught us what real love is!

My heart goes out to you.

I'm very sorry this happened to your little baby. Our vet surgeon said Ace consumed a huge hairball all at once. My husband and I thought maybe he had been eating hair a little bit each time but our vet said it was all at once. This is what has my husband and I so confused, becasue we have no idea where he would've gotten a hairball that size. Did your little one eat the hair at once or was it something consumed gradually? I guess I have to trust in the surgeon becasue he specializes in small animal surgery and was one of the best. I know it something husband and I will never know 100 percent, and I think that is one of the toughest things.
My husband and I are getting a new puppy on 8/20/12. I think the only was I can try to get through this is by bringing some yorkie love into our life.
I'm the kind of person that needs to look after a loving little pup because the love they give back is unconditional, as we all know I tend to be a little insecure at times with everybody, except yorkie babies. They make me feel loved and safe, there is just something about these guys that is so special, I know I always need them in my life.
I know nobody will ever replace Ace, and that's not what I'm looking for. Ace will always be my first baby and my pride and joy. I will always keep his memory alive.
We actually had been looking at different yorkies the past couple days, however none seemed to workout. Then, we stopped by a breeder to look at a little male yorkie. He's only 7 weeks old so he's still a baby, so cute. We weren't allowed to get Ace until 6 months because he had hypoglacemia, so seeing a little yorkie this young is very different. Husband and I thought he of course was adorable. But, the deciding factor was when we were on the back porch and my husband went inside to talk to the breeder. It was a beautiful sunny evening and I though of Ace, while I was holding the pup in my lap and hands. I breathed in feeling the need to explain about Ace and he just looked up at me. And I said, "I don't need to say anything, you already know." Then he rested his little head on my arm, and I knew he was the one. So to make a long story kinda short, we are getting him. Is it weird to feel like maybe Ace picked this little guy for us?
We have about a month to get to get everything puppy ready and finalize our Ace memorial. His memorial is in the living room, his favorite place. We are going to a candlelight memorial, on Aug 9, at a place called Animal Friends. It's a celebration of our fallen pets, in our case, baby because he wasn't a pet. The purpose is to celebrate thier life, talk about your favorite memories, and what make you smile thinking of them. Then we pass around pictures. Husband and I are working on a piece we have to read at the celebration about Ace. Everyone has to write something on what did your pet bring to your life. I have to honor Ace that way. Like I said before, Ace was my life. I'm trying to get through this but it is the hardest thing I've ever done. The waves of sadness, anger, loneliness, and disbelief wash over me. But, I have no other choice but to go on.
Our little angels in heaven know each other now, and I know my Ace is causing all kinds of mischief. He was such a young soul. Ace is an eternal flame burning ever so brightly.
Thank you for understanding and all your kind words!

[chestermama]

Im so sorry for your loss, they do leave big paw prints on your heart very quickly, hugs from sandy and chester

[EllieMae1028]

Reading this just made my heart hurt for you! I am so sorry for your loss! Rest in peace little Ace!

[kam2490]

I am so sorry for your loss. Reading this has made me so upset. You're supposed to be able to trust your vet and in this case they didn't listen. I lost my field spaniel that I've grown up with my whole life in April. She was old so it was expected but I was still very depressed and it still gets me sometimes. I can't imagine what you must be going through since he was so young. Good luck with your new love <3

[MikaTallulah]

RIP Ace

Losing my young ones has always been the hardest.

[acesmom79]

Originally Posted by MikaTallulah

RIP Ace

Losing my young ones has always been the hardest.

When I lost my first yorkie, Smokey Joe, he was 15. We knew he was sick and had lived a full life, so it was somewhat expected. Losing him was really difficult though. I feel like you can never really be prepared though. When we lost Smokey it was so tough to lose a memeber of the family who had been there through thick and thin for 15 yrs. He was an amazing, loyal, sweet, brave boy. I do know what it is like losing a wonderful yorkie, but this is somehow different.
I feel like Ace, who only lived until 4, got robbed of his life. He didn't get to grow old with hubby and me and be with us when we decide to raise children. He was supposed to be there through Christmas's and when we got home, and cuddling on the couch. This is such a terrible blow that I can't make sense of it. I guess sometimes you can't in life.
I'm trying to face each day but it's hard. Sorry to go on about this grief but it helps communicate with people who have had similar circumstances and who know how special little yorkies are.
Each day I wake up hoping it's a dream but it's not. My baby is gone and why i don't know.

[hnybun128]

I am so sorry for your loss.

[acesmom79]

thank you everybody for your kind words.

[lovinmayorkies]

Hi I am so sorry to hear about your untimely loss of little Ace. In answer to your original post.. yes i have experienced losing a baby.. last year was just so awful.. first my beloved love of my life Jamie became ill and we lost him at age 11, yet like you, i felt i was robbed as he'd been so well and I thought we'd have him till 15+. Then we had a lovely puppy.. he became ill and we found out he'd been born with insufficient kidney function.. we had to let him go at just 17 weeks. I was still grieving terribly for my Jamie, then this happened to a baby! I was just in shock. A year on.. two rescues and a puppy later and I still have my moments of tears, and I'm still so missing my Jamie, but life is good and I do wonder if Jamie has sent these new babies to us.. and as for the puppy that we lost.. well I just can't tell you how wrong that feels to this day. I know it's little comfort, but though your love for Ace and your deep pain in losing him will probably always be with you somewhere, somehow these new babies find themselves corner of your heart just for them. I read that you have your new little one lined up.. and I'm absolutely sure that Ace has sent him to you x x x x x

[acesmom79]

Originally Posted by lovinmayorkies

Hi I am so sorry to hear about your untimely loss of little Ace. In answer to your original post.. yes i have experienced losing a baby.. last year was just so awful.. first my beloved love of my life Jamie became ill and we lost him at age 11, yet like you, i felt i was robbed as he'd been so well and I thought we'd have him till 15+. Then we had a lovely puppy.. he became ill and we found out he'd been born with insufficient kidney function.. we had to let him go at just 17 weeks. I was still grieving terribly for my Jamie, then this happened to a baby! I was just in shock. A year on.. two rescues and a puppy later and I still have my moments of tears, and I'm still so missing my Jamie, but life is good and I do wonder if Jamie has sent these new babies to us.. and as for the puppy that we lost.. well I just can't tell you how wrong that feels to this day. I know it's little comfort, but though your love for Ace and your deep pain in losing him will probably always be with you somewhere, somehow these new babies find themselves corner of your heart just for them. I read that you have your new little one lined up.. and I'm absolutely sure that Ace has sent him to you x x x x x

Thank you, for your sweet words You have been through a lot as well. I can't help but feel maybe Ace did pick this new little guy for us.

[LunasMomma]

Originally Posted by acesmom79

I'm very sorry this happened to your little baby. Our vet surgeon said Ace consumed a huge hairball all at once. My husband and I thought maybe he had been eating hair a little bit each time but our vet said it was all at once. This is what has my husband and I so confused, becasue we have no idea where he would've gotten a hairball that size. Did your little one eat the hair at once or was it something consumed gradually? I guess I have to trust in the surgeon becasue he specializes in small animal surgery and was one of the best. I know it something husband and I will never know 100 percent, and I think that is one of the toughest things. Yeah, the not knowing will eat you up if you dwell on it too long. We just have to accept that our babies are gone, and carry on, hard as it is. I think Starr was gradually eating hair, but I never saw her do it. I am a neat-freak of sorts and I don't know where she would have found a hairball
My husband and I are getting a new puppy on 8/20/12. I think the only was I can try to get through this is by bringing some yorkie love into our life.
I'm the kind of person that needs to look after a loving little pup because the love they give back is unconditional, as we all know I tend to be a little insecure at times with everybody, except yorkie babies. They make me feel loved and safe, there is just something about these guys that is so special, I know I always need them in my life.
I know nobody will ever replace Ace, and that's not what I'm looking for. Ace will always be my first baby and my pride and joy. I will always keep his memory alive. I am so glad for you that you will have a new baby to love Of course Ace cannot be replaced, not ever! But while he holds a piece of your hearts forever, there is always room for another. They each are special in their own ways and they will all hold their own little pieces of our hearts!
We actually had been looking at different yorkies the past couple days, however none seemed to workout. Then, we stopped by a breeder to look at a little male yorkie. He's only 7 weeks old so he's still a baby, so cute. We weren't allowed to get Ace until 6 months because he had hypoglacemia, so seeing a little yorkie this young is very different. Husband and I thought he of course was adorable. But, the deciding factor was when we were on the back porch and my husband went inside to talk to the breeder. It was a beautiful sunny evening and I though of Ace, while I was holding the pup in my lap and hands. I breathed in feeling the need to explain about Ace and he just looked up at me. And I said, "I don't need to say anything, you already know." Then he rested his little head on my arm, and I knew he was the one. So to make a long story kinda short, we are getting him. Is it weird to feel like maybe Ace picked this little guy for us? That just gave me goosebumps! Ace definitely had a hand in guiding you to just the right pup!
We have about a month to get to get everything puppy ready and finalize our Ace memorial. His memorial is in the living room, his favorite place. We are going to a candlelight memorial, on Aug 9, at a place called Animal Friends. It's a celebration of our fallen pets, in our case, baby because he wasn't a pet. The purpose is to celebrate thier life, talk about your favorite memories, and what make you smile thinking of them. Then we pass around pictures. Husband and I are working on a piece we have to read at the celebration about Ace. Everyone has to write something on what did your pet bring to your life. I have to honor Ace that way. Like I said before, Ace was my life. I'm trying to get through this but it is the hardest thing I've ever done. The waves of sadness, anger, loneliness, and disbelief wash over me. But, I have no other choice but to go on. That all sounds so wonderful and healing! I'm glad that you have this group for you all to support each other. A lot of times I was told that Starr was "just a dog", and it's nice when you find folks that understand how stupid that statement is! They are our children with fur that walk on all fours
Our little angels in heaven know each other now, and I know my Ace is causing all kinds of mischief. He was such a young soul. Ace is an eternal flame burning ever so brightly.
Thank you for understanding and all your kind words!

It makes me smile to think of Ace, Starr, and all the other Rainbow Bridge Yorkies all hanging out together, waiting for the day when we will be together again. I imagine an all-you-can-eat buffet of scrumptious things that they weren't allowed to eat on Earth, full-time doggy masseuses, and green grass and flowers

[MamaZiggy]

I am so sorry for your loss. I can't even imagine what you are going through.

[Tam_Fen]

I had a similar situation, a beloved Parrot, who's last words to me were "Hey You"... I'm praying for healing peace to you, and forgiveness to all who did not listen to you.

Rest in Peace Ace!

Tam