I know we feel like any words we offer seem empty. But they are so full, because we've either been there already or know we will be there one day.

Big hugs to you. And you will definitely be together again one day.

So very sorry about Zack. You will be in my prayers. God welcome your sweet little boy to Rainbow Bridge.

That tragic story brought tears to my eyes. I am so sorry. The pain will pass eventually. It will take time. RIP Zack.

I am so terribly sorry for your loss of your handsome little boy. I pray, in time, you will heal and be able to celebrate all the wonderful memories of such a long and happy life. God bless and comfort you.

I am so sorry about your losing Zack. As you know, I lost my Zack nearly a year ago, but he was much younger (nearly 2). The paid never fully goes away (at least not for me), but as time went by, I was able to remember Zack and talk about him without crying. I hope you feel better. If you need someone to talk to, feel free to PM me.

Allan

Rest In Peace Zack, and know that your mommie cares a lot about you.

My condolences to you.

he was a beautiful baby! You gave him a good life.

Thanks everyone for your kind comments - godbless Yorkietalk it has been a good way of expressing my grief at his loss with like minded people to turn to who understand how you feel.

I woke this morning at around 5.40am and wept tears as it came back to me that he was gone. Our youngest dog was laid on my bed on the outside edge and I heard his wagging his tail against the bed suddenly and then stopped, which the dogs only do when someone is awake and walking around the room. I knew immediately he'd seen Zack. He loved him and Zack was like a surrogate grandfather to him. I turned over but couldn't see anything but I felt it was him. It's said that animals and children can see things that we cannot. I spoke to my mum later that morning about it and she said she'd woken up around the same time and heard the birds singing outside then she heard a tinkling sound in her room then it was gone. That was so like Zack he would go from room to room to see where we were and what we were doing. My mum thinks he's come home as he knows I'm grieving to give me comfort and it did give me some comfort in a way that I feel he's still with me in some way and that he's at peace. Maybe some people might think it was in my imagination but I felt that was what had happened.

It's been a week since I lost my Zack and it's been the longest week I've ever endured. Normally time seems to fly by but not last week to me. The world feels so strange without my little Zack in it anymore. I had a phone call from the vets to collect his ashes on Friday. As I turned into the road where the vets are located tears welled in my eyes but I took a deep breath and told myself to be strong but inside the surgery it was main surgery time and I had to wait a minute and I couldn't help but start crying as one of the nurses brought me his ashes. They sent me a sympathy card from there which I thought was really kind of them. I've placed his ashes on a shelf in my bedroom next to his photo and when I'm ready to I'll scatter them in some nice places we used to walk together. I found this poem below on the Animal Samaritans website today and this poem is so hard to read but so touching and something that we have to face when we know our pet is suffering.

If It Should Be

Sharon

If it should be I grow frail and weak,
And pain should keep me from my sleep,
Then you should do what must be done
For this last battle can’t be won.

You will be sad - I - understand
Don’t let your grieve then stay your hand,
For this day, more than all the rest,
Your love and friendship stand the test.

We've had so many happy years
What is to come will hold no fears,
You'd not want me to suffer, so
When the time comes - please let me go.

Take me where my needs they'll tend,
Only stay with me to till the end,
And hold me firm and speak to me
Until my eyes no longer see.

I know in time you too will see,
It is a kindness you do for me
Although my tail its last has waved,
From pain and suffering I've been saved.

Do not grieve that it should be you
Who has decided this thing to do
We've been so close - we two-these years
Don’t let your heart hold any tears.

Sweet baby boy rest in peace. I am so very sorry for your loss :( Sending warm healing wishes your way...

I am so sorry for your loss... I can tell he was loved and lived a wonderful life.. may he RIP :(

I am so sorry for your loss:cry8:

So so sorry for your loss :(

Dawn

I am so very sorry for your loss

R.I.P. sweet Zack.

I don't think it was your imagination. There have been times in my life, when I can feel my Mothers presence, as surely as if she were in the room with me. I believe it is true of animals that have loved us, as well.

I know you're grieving...I've been there, and I wish I could tell you that you'll feel better soon, but when we have had our furbabies a very long time, it takes a long time. But I can tell you, there will come a day, when your pain will be gone and you will find comfort and joy in your memories of Zack.

Sheila

It's been 3 months now since I lost Zack and I thought it had got easier. I've dealt with his ashes scattered some and then put the remainder in the back garden where he used to like to lie in the son. I still miss him everyday and talk about him each day.

I've been having problems though just recently - I can't cope at work - everything seems to much, and I have pressure going on at home with my mum being ill and I cry over the slightest thing. I've just been reading about grief and depression - The bargaining stage where you think could I have done something more - I've done that and then it mentions Depression which I feel reading the article is where I'm somewhere in between with Anger as I'm so angry at my manager at work at the moment - I don't want to be there - he makes these comments and I would normally think you idiot but now they're getting to me and it has me in tears and then I'm angry. I did phone a free confidential service today at work as I don't feel I'm coping. It made me realise what I'm going through is still grief but I really don't know how else to get through this. I think some people just think it's only a dog but he was real and I loved him and it really hurts.

Thanks for listening to me.

I am so sorry for what you are going through. I understand so well. Sometimes, things pile up and it becomes very hard to cope. I think it was a good idea that you called someone. It might be a good idea to continue with that for awhile until you feel better. We are here too...keep on talking with us. (hug) Jeanne

I am so sorry for your loss. How wonderful that you had 16 years with him. Rest in peace, Zack.

Sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family. My heart is broken for you all!

Zack wasn't 'only a dog', and those of us who have been blessed to have a wonderful creature share our lives understand your pain. I had to PTS my dog Beau a few months ago and there are still days I can hardly cope with the loss. I know we will never foget our beloved pets but I do know time will help ease the pain. I'm sending you a hug and hope today is a better day for you.

aww sweetie, im sending you hugs too.:hug:

Hold on to the memories
 

I'm sorry for the loss of your little man. They always remain in your heart. Hugs to you and yours:(

Yorkiegirl16..My heart breaks for you. I am so sorry for I know how you feel. I lost My Grizzley Bear in October. It is still like yesterday to me. I still cry every a day and he is always on my mind. Talk about him too. Please know you did the best and gave Zack a wonderful life. He will always be in your heart and mind. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. If I were in your presence I would give you a great big Grizzley Bear hug to comfort you. Since I am not. Please accept the ones I am sending your way.

Mary

Thanks everyone for your lovely kind messages. It does help to talk and know that you understand what I\'m feeling. I had a great big cry last night and I think it helped me a lot to let it all out. Thanks

Time will help you thru this ~ take one day @ a time. When You really feel uptight try taking a walk and LISTEN TO SOME MUSIC ! AND COME AND POST HERE WE ALL ARE HERE FOR YOU ! HUGS KATHY