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shelbell77 · 10-24-2007, 03:31 PM

I'm so sorry for you, I'm crying just thinking about what you are going through and remembering being in your shoes. Making the decision is the hardest thing you can do, but I also think its the best gift you can give an ailing animal. The attached really helped me when I had to decide to let my Chloe go. Elphaba and I have you in our thoughts and prayers.

ANNIE'S LETTER

Dear Susan,

I just want you to know how happy I am to be in doggy heaven. It is great up here! My legs work fine, and I only go to the bathroom outdoors, just like I used to, before I got real old. Also, I can hear again! The other barking dogs here are all very friendly, and once in a while I even bark back at them. It feels real good to bark again.

The views are spectacular. I can see all of Winnetka, Deephaven, Tonka Bay, Bloomington, and all points in between. I can see the work going on in our back yard... it is shaping up and will stay beautiful now. At the end of my time there, I could not see the yard or anything very clearly. My mind is inquisitive again, too. I am sticking my nose in to all the new nooks and crannies here. Exploring used to be a big part of my life. Remember me tugging you in all directions on our walks, except for the last year or so. And I like being real mobile, nimble on all four feet, again. I want to thank the whole family for taking care of me for 15 great years (well, really, 14 great years---my last year of real advanced age was not so great, for me at least).

You may think you rescued me years ago after I was abandoned, but that is not quite right. You see, I selected you guys, not the other way around, because I knew you were a great family that would take really good care of me! And did you ever take really good care of me!! Really, really good as you would say. Especially you, Susan. You were the one who usually put my food in my bowl, took care of my water, too. That is all I ever really needed. And you kept the bowls clean, because you knew that was important to me. You were my very best special friend. Thanks.

You took me to the vet for my check ups, and had me fixed when my spleen went bad on me. Remember when my ear filled up? You nursed me through that too. Even though you laughed at me, you knew how stupid I felt walking around with that lamp shade device on my head and you were able to comfort me through that difficult time. By the way, would you please throw out all the photos of me bumping into walls and chairs with that stupid thing on my head... it just is not in keeping with my lady-like personality!

The affection shown to me by Maggie and Katie was awesome. I felt like their sister, except I liked them so much I could never fight with them like some sisters do sometimes. I just tried to return their affection to thank them for cuddling with me on the floor and petting me so gently and stuff like that. I know they loved me so much, even when I got old and even though I could not show them the attention the way I did when I was younger and full of it, like I am again now.

But you, Susan, meant the most to me because you did the most for me and we spent the most time together. You really favored me with so much care and love for 15 years. I know I was helpful to you when it was just the two of us at the end of our time in Minnesota, and how glad I am for that---just to be able to repay you a little bit for all that you did for me. How many piles of my poop did you pick up? How many thousands of times did you open or close a door to let me in or out? How many bazillion hairs did you sweep up? How many hours did you spend vacuuming? Thank you so, so, so much. (Regarding the poop, I apologize for my little problem in cars---and boats---but I just got so excited that, well... you know.)

There is NO way I could possibly thank you enough for the help and joy you gave to me during our 15 years together. I was sorry I had to go when I did, but I was so old. I did not want to be boarded any more. I had zero energy for that, or any other activity either! It was definitely time. Like Uncle T. said, I was having way more bad days than good, many more bad hours than good hours. I really was not happy at the end, and now I am happy again. Remember me with a smile on your face because that is the way I remember you and Maggie and Katie and Paul. I have a big smile on my face now. My ears are sometimes floppy and sometimes (as you would always say) "precious". I get hamburgers any time I want. My head is way out the window when I go riding around with my furry pals. There are no fences or leashes here. I go for walks often. Life is great again! It really was time for me to go, and I thank you for your help in making it dignified and easy.

I love you, Susan, and Maggie and Katie and Paul, and always will.

Annie

P. S. I really liked being a girl, in a house with three other girls. It was especially fun when we ganged up on Paul. Ha!

LoveMyJake · 10-24-2007, 03:33 PM

I am so sorry. I will keep you in my prayers.

IluvLucy · 10-24-2007, 04:23 PM

God bless you. I'm so sorry.

yorksters mom · 10-24-2007, 05:27 PM

From all of us that have been through this...please know that you and your precious one are in our thoughts and prayers.

We are given these little guys for only a part of our lives and it is so hard to make the decision that you are having to make.

Max, Maggie and I are thinking about you tonight.

yorksters mom

puppy_Love08 · 10-24-2007, 06:33 PM

Oh, I am so sorry!! We just had to do this three months ago with our Maltese. It was the most painful thing I have ever been through. I will be thinking about you and praying that God will comfort you.

Monday · 10-24-2007, 08:12 PM

myyorkies8 and ShelBelle, Annie's letter made me cry ...
not just tears of sadness for you both, but happiness for the new "life" your babies were able to get ...
I prefer to believe it is like that in people heaven as well as in doggie heaven ...

your love for your babies shines through ...
I would have gone back for that last cuddle also ....
I wish I had that opportunity with my mom, dad and husband ...
If we only knew then what we know now ....
You both are an inspiration

forgive me for condensing this note to both of you ... just did not want to repeat the same sentiments ....

scrapindee · 10-24-2007, 08:25 PM

I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers and thoughts.

Mari-Lou · 10-24-2007, 08:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by myyorkies8

i have to put my oldest yorkie to sleep in the morning and i have never had to do this before...need some suppot fellow yorkie talkers!!!

I'm so sorry. It's one of the hardest things we have to do but also one of the most loving. We are able to end suffering that aging or sickness brings to our best friends. The good memories will come back over time, grieving is healthy but limited to time. Allow your other yorkies time to grieve also, they also will miss their companion. Crying with you. Strength and courage.

Rae Rae · 10-24-2007, 08:53 PM

You'll be O.K. It's one of the hardest things to ever have to do, but remember that your baby isn't suffering, and is playing at the Rainbow Bridge. A lot of people on here are giving really helpful posts to you also, just remember the good times with your baby.

AVERYxo · 10-24-2007, 10:01 PM

im so so sorry!! stay strong.. XO. ill keep you in my prayers.

NewYorkieMom52 · 10-24-2007, 10:12 PM

God gives us all as much as we can handle. When my dogs time came it was a surprise. No time to prepare for it...not last memories to make...just took her to the vet and they said it was time. So God has given you a notice....take the time to make your dog comfortable and express yourself and how you feel about your dog. Tomorrow will be very hard and I won't lie to you that its easy. It is very hard...but you have to be strong for your dog because they look to you to comfort them through it. God will give you the strength....it comes when you need it....trust me...I did not think I could do this for the longest time.....I was so afraid...but somewhere you find the peace in knowing that your dog is at peace and not suffering. Remember your dog at its happiest time and you will know that right now life does not compare. That helped me. My vet said remember her in her most happiest time and think of the quality of her life now.

I hope this helps. Find solice in prayer and take the time you need to heal.

myyorkies8 · 10-25-2007, 05:58 PM

thank you everyone!!!!!! ]your support hes been wonderful. i have been keeing busy taking care of my 13 yorkies and it gets a little better each day. one of my female puppies goes to her new home tomarrow....then 12 yorkies. i love this site and everyone take care and your kind words have touched my heart.

tricia

BamaFan121s · 10-25-2007, 06:02 PM

I am so sorry.

I will be keeping you in my thoughts. Hugs to you and just know that you have a wonderful family here for you.

yorkiecrazy · 10-25-2007, 06:18 PM

I'm so sorry for your precious lost. Our thoughts and prayers
are with you. Lots of hugs.

laurenr · 10-25-2007, 06:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by myyorkies8

thank you everyone!!!!!! ]your support hes been wonderful. i have been keeing busy taking care of my 13 yorkies and it gets a little better each day. one of my female puppies goes to her new home tomarrow....then 12 yorkies. i love this site and everyone take care and your kind words have touched my heart.

tricia

Tricia,
I've been wondering how you are doing. I cannot think of better medicine for a bruised heart than nurturing Yorkie Puppies. The circle of life starts once again....

Hugs to you,

Lauren

10-24-2007, 03:33 PM	#62
LoveMyJake I love Jackson too! Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,905	I am so sorry. I will keep you in my prayers. __________________ Selina, mommy to Jake and Jackson. RIP baby Lily Coming soon: Gracie

10-24-2007, 04:23 PM	#63
IluvLucy Lovin' Lucy & Rebel Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Georgia Posts: 4,438	God bless you. I'm so sorry. __________________ Kim , Rebel ,and baby Dixie RIP my sweet Lucy

10-24-2007, 05:27 PM	#64
yorksters mom Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Houston Posts: 11	tears from Houston From all of us that have been through this...please know that you and your precious one are in our thoughts and prayers. We are given these little guys for only a part of our lives and it is so hard to make the decision that you are having to make. Max, Maggie and I are thinking about you tonight. yorksters mom

10-24-2007, 08:12 PM	#66
Monday AND Friday also! Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Long Island Posts: 3,371	how inspiring ... myyorkies8 and ShelBelle, Annie's letter made me cry ... not just tears of sadness for you both, but happiness for the new "life" your babies were able to get ... I prefer to believe it is like that in people heaven as well as in doggie heaven ... your love for your babies shines through ... I would have gone back for that last cuddle also .... I wish I had that opportunity with my mom, dad and husband ... If we only knew then what we know now .... You both are an inspiration forgive me for condensing this note to both of you ... just did not want to repeat the same sentiments .... __________________ Like dogs, we should sniff butts, not kiss them. Dogs have more friends because they wag their tails, not their tongues. http://music.clevver.com/video/25815...ersion-300.php

10-24-2007, 08:25 PM	#67
scrapindee Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Redlands Posts: 4,842 Blog Entries: 2	I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers and thoughts. __________________ Scrapindee--Team Furry & the Biewers www.houseofwags.com

10-24-2007, 03:31 PM	#61
shelbell77 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Normal, IL Posts: 157	I'm so sorry for you, I'm crying just thinking about what you are going through and remembering being in your shoes. Making the decision is the hardest thing you can do, but I also think its the best gift you can give an ailing animal. The attached really helped me when I had to decide to let my Chloe go. Elphaba and I have you in our thoughts and prayers. ANNIE'S LETTER Dear Susan, I just want you to know how happy I am to be in doggy heaven. It is great up here! My legs work fine, and I only go to the bathroom outdoors, just like I used to, before I got real old. Also, I can hear again! The other barking dogs here are all very friendly, and once in a while I even bark back at them. It feels real good to bark again. The views are spectacular. I can see all of Winnetka, Deephaven, Tonka Bay, Bloomington, and all points in between. I can see the work going on in our back yard... it is shaping up and will stay beautiful now. At the end of my time there, I could not see the yard or anything very clearly. My mind is inquisitive again, too. I am sticking my nose in to all the new nooks and crannies here. Exploring used to be a big part of my life. Remember me tugging you in all directions on our walks, except for the last year or so. And I like being real mobile, nimble on all four feet, again. I want to thank the whole family for taking care of me for 15 great years (well, really, 14 great years---my last year of real advanced age was not so great, for me at least). You may think you rescued me years ago after I was abandoned, but that is not quite right. You see, I selected you guys, not the other way around, because I knew you were a great family that would take really good care of me! And did you ever take really good care of me!! Really, really good as you would say. Especially you, Susan. You were the one who usually put my food in my bowl, took care of my water, too. That is all I ever really needed. And you kept the bowls clean, because you knew that was important to me. You were my very best special friend. Thanks. You took me to the vet for my check ups, and had me fixed when my spleen went bad on me. Remember when my ear filled up? You nursed me through that too. Even though you laughed at me, you knew how stupid I felt walking around with that lamp shade device on my head and you were able to comfort me through that difficult time. By the way, would you please throw out all the photos of me bumping into walls and chairs with that stupid thing on my head... it just is not in keeping with my lady-like personality! The affection shown to me by Maggie and Katie was awesome. I felt like their sister, except I liked them so much I could never fight with them like some sisters do sometimes. I just tried to return their affection to thank them for cuddling with me on the floor and petting me so gently and stuff like that. I know they loved me so much, even when I got old and even though I could not show them the attention the way I did when I was younger and full of it, like I am again now. But you, Susan, meant the most to me because you did the most for me and we spent the most time together. You really favored me with so much care and love for 15 years. I know I was helpful to you when it was just the two of us at the end of our time in Minnesota, and how glad I am for that---just to be able to repay you a little bit for all that you did for me. How many piles of my poop did you pick up? How many thousands of times did you open or close a door to let me in or out? How many bazillion hairs did you sweep up? How many hours did you spend vacuuming? Thank you so, so, so much. (Regarding the poop, I apologize for my little problem in cars---and boats---but I just got so excited that, well... you know.) There is NO way I could possibly thank you enough for the help and joy you gave to me during our 15 years together. I was sorry I had to go when I did, but I was so old. I did not want to be boarded any more. I had zero energy for that, or any other activity either! It was definitely time. Like Uncle T. said, I was having way more bad days than good, many more bad hours than good hours. I really was not happy at the end, and now I am happy again. Remember me with a smile on your face because that is the way I remember you and Maggie and Katie and Paul. I have a big smile on my face now. My ears are sometimes floppy and sometimes (as you would always say) "precious". I get hamburgers any time I want. My head is way out the window when I go riding around with my furry pals. There are no fences or leashes here. I go for walks often. Life is great again! It really was time for me to go, and I thank you for your help in making it dignified and easy. I love you, Susan, and Maggie and Katie and Paul, and always will. Annie P. S. I really liked being a girl, in a house with three other girls. It was especially fun when we ganged up on Paul. Ha!

10-24-2007, 06:33 PM	#65
puppy_Love08 YT Addict Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: AL Posts: 465	Oh, I am so sorry!! We just had to do this three months ago with our Maltese. It was the most painful thing I have ever been through. I will be thinking about you and praying that God will comfort you.

10-24-2007, 08:53 PM	#69
Rae Rae YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Illinois Posts: 4,823	You'll be O.K. It's one of the hardest things to ever have to do, but remember that your baby isn't suffering, and is playing at the Rainbow Bridge. A lot of people on here are giving really helpful posts to you also, just remember the good times with your baby. __________________ Owned by Rocky and Bella

10-24-2007, 10:01 PM	#70
AVERYxo Lovin' my Girlies!! Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Orange County, CALIFORNIA Posts: 3,609	im so so sorry!! stay strong.. XO. ill keep you in my prayers. __________________ Meg & my baby girls Avie & Gemma

10-24-2007, 10:12 PM	#71
NewYorkieMom52 Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 201 Blog Entries: 1	My Condolences God gives us all as much as we can handle. When my dogs time came it was a surprise. No time to prepare for it...not last memories to make...just took her to the vet and they said it was time. So God has given you a notice....take the time to make your dog comfortable and express yourself and how you feel about your dog. Tomorrow will be very hard and I won't lie to you that its easy. It is very hard...but you have to be strong for your dog because they look to you to comfort them through it. God will give you the strength....it comes when you need it....trust me...I did not think I could do this for the longest time.....I was so afraid...but somewhere you find the peace in knowing that your dog is at peace and not suffering. Remember your dog at its happiest time and you will know that right now life does not compare. That helped me. My vet said remember her in her most happiest time and think of the quality of her life now. I hope this helps. Find solice in prayer and take the time you need to heal.

10-25-2007, 05:58 PM	#72
myyorkies8 Donating Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: illinois Posts: 333	update thank you everyone!!!!!! ]your support hes been wonderful. i have been keeing busy taking care of my 13 yorkies and it gets a little better each day. one of my female puppies goes to her new home tomarrow....then 12 yorkies. i love this site and everyone take care and your kind words have touched my heart. tricia __________________ ~Just 4 Pooches Grooming~MONKEY,ZAINEY,TINKERBELL Emma,Myah and Chester

10-25-2007, 06:02 PM	#73
BamaFan121s Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Alabama Posts: 11,432	I am so sorry. I will be keeping you in my thoughts. Hugs to you and just know that you have a wonderful family here for you.

10-25-2007, 06:18 PM	#74
yorkiecrazy Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Houston area Posts: 2,672	I'm so sorry for your precious lost. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Lots of hugs. __________________ Jamie - Gracie's Katie's and Chloe's mom : Gracie 11-12-99 11-1-2012