Recent Loss, Grief stricken
 

My sweet baby girl died in my arms last sunday morning. In looking for support I found this site. I am at a loss to describe my grief and seem to be "just going through the motions" at the moment. My Gertie was 14 and a diabetic and she suffered from seizures all night long until she died at 5:00 am. I don't know if it is wise to get a new Yorkie or wait a while, but I don't even like being at home right now. Thanks for giving me a forum of people that understand my grief.

I am so sorry for your loss... My thoughts are with you.

I am very very sorry for your loss and your pain.

I am so terribly sorry for your loss. God bless you and heal your broken heart.

I am so sorry you lost you sweet baby. They do dig into our hearts...don't they?

So very sorry for your loss. Perhaps a new little one to love would help you with your grief. Just be open if an opportunity presents itself...that's how my Gracie Ruth came so quickly to me after Annie passed. I wasn't sure I wanted another so soon either, but all the pieces just fell into place and it was as though Annie knew I needed Gracie and sent her to me.

Feel free to share stories about your sweet Gertie. I know it helped me to get over the pain and remember the good. :)

So sorry flor yhour loss, I know how much that hurts.

Some people need to wait and take their time to grieve. Other people get a new one right away.

It all depends on the individual.

For me the only way I stop crying is to start shopping for another one. It will take a while so by the time you find one you might be ready.

I am so sorry for your loss. For me getting another baby to help heal my heart, provide some joy and keep you busy helps. Everyone is different, but if you feel the time is right to open your heart to another baby, then it is right.

i am so sorry for your loss.

I am so, so sorry! I lost my baby girl, Sunny, who was 13 years old. I was devastated. I waited about 7 months and got a new baby. In no way does Ginger replace my Sunny. They are 2 completely different dogs with completely different personalities. Looking back, I'm glad I got Ginger and think I probably should have done it sooner. The house was way too lonely. I wish you the best. Trust your heart. It will tell you when you are ready.

I am so sorry for your loss. R.I.P. Ginger.
Everyone is different. If you feel the need to get another
do it. You won't be replaceing Ginger, that could never happen,
you will helping your broken heart heal and Ginger would not
want you to be sad or lonely.
Good luck in your decision,

I'm so sorry for your loss and RIP sweet little Gertie. I think everyone deals with the loss of a pet differently. I lost one the end of July last year and thought I never wanted to go through that pain again. The house was so quiet and lonely without Scooter that I started looking for another one about a month later. On Sept. 19th we brought Bailey home and what a joyful year it's been.

I am so sorry for your loss, our prayers are with you. When the time is right, the right furbaby will come along to fill the hole in your soul.. Until then, grieve with all your heart and then let it go. She is being taken care of by a power far greater then you can ever imagine.

Im so very sorry for your loss..R.I.P. Sweet babie :love:

I am so sorry for your loss. It is always hard to lose a pet but when they have been with you for 14 years it really makes the loss hard to bear. I think it is good to get another soon, not right away, but soon. You have a big hole in your heart and although Gertie will always be there, there is room to love another in honor of her.

I waited a short while after I lost my first yorkie. My husband actually wanted to get another almost right away, but I needed a little time to mourn. It is different for everyone. Just do it when you feel right.

You will always miss your little girl, but having another to love helps a little too. Best wishes in your quest, don't hurry. You will know when and which one is just right.

I am so sorry for your loss. When you are ready, you will know. You will never replace your baby but to have another to love and need you may be just what is you need. Take your time and when the time is right, you will know. Hugs to you.

I too am so sorry for your loss. I can understand your pain as I just lost my poodle that I had for 14 years. We lost Priscilla Aug. 1. I didn't want to be at home either but you see, I had made the decision to foster a year ago in July. I foster for the Oklahoma Yorkie Rescue and had to be here for my fosters. I don't know what I would have done without then and the 2 that I have adopted. There was still a huge void in the house as Priscilla was the Sr. here and welcomed every foster that I ever had with an open heart. She led them around and made them feel at home. I think you will know when it is time to get another. You will never be able to replace your baby and will remember her forever. Bless your heart as I know your heartaches.

RIP little Gertie

I just lost my baby Coach and trust me having more furbabies helps I dont know what I would do without Heff and Holly.

:rose: Sorry for your loss.:rose:

I'm so sorry for your loss of sweet Gertie. It's so hard to lose an old friend. I feel your pain and send prayers that you can move on to make new friends ...

So sorry about the loss of your baby...i lost my first Yorkie almsot a yr ago, we met Dudley almost 3 weeks later, he was the best addition in our lives and has helped so much with the void left behind.
I hope your heart heals and that you will "just know" when the time is right....god bless you

I am so sorry for your loss. It is very hard to lose a pet. I had a Yorkie for about two weeks and she died in my sons arms. It was so hard for my family. I did not want another dog.it was good for the kids but not me I missed my Lacey so much and still do. I felt like I was being a traitor. A puppy was given to us about a week later, I ended up sending that puppy back because she had a bone sticking out of her chest. We waited a few months and got another Yorkie that I love so much, her name is Sophie .You will find a lot of people on this site that is and will be here for you. they were here for me. I wish I COULD TAKE THE PAIN AWAY!!
its up to you if you want a new puppy you have to make sure you can give to that one like you did the other one good luck I am here for you.
Enlighten60

So sorry to hear of your little one going to the Rainbow Bridge. I had 3 leave me in a 6 week period Jan-Feb 08. It was very hard. Cherish and keep the memories of your Gertie close to you. It may happen unexpectedly but, you will know when it is time to let another furbaby enter your life. Give yourself a little time then think about fostering for a rescue group.

Wow
 

I am overwhelmed with all of your words of comfort and encouragement. I have lost pets before, but this one is really different. I don't know if it was Gertie's personality and our bond, or the fact that the kids have grown and left and she stayed to fill a void. I am a professional and feel like I am just hanging on by a thread in functioning right now. Most of my coworkers would describe mew as being really strong, but this has really rocked my world.

I am so glad I found this sight as it has brought me immeasurable comfort to know that there are so many caring folks that understand what I am going through. My husband has a Cairn Terrier that is a real dear but it makes me so sad to see them together right now. I feel like I did when I was pregnant with my second child and was sure I couldn't possibly love this baby as much as I did my daughter. I will heed your advice and wait for my heart to tell me the time is right. Thanks so much!!!!!!

you may feel like that right now but when you see them baby's you will love them. believe when I tell you I understand your pain. I cremate lacy and I have her ashes in my room and I put a picture of her on t. YOU will get though this.
Enlighten60

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I'm sure Ginger meant the world to you.

I lost my 14 yr. old Crystal at the age of 14 back in June 2008 and sometimes I feel, I may be ready and then I know I am not. I'm getting closer to that moment for me and yet I don't think that 'when' question is something we can answer but you will know. Hugs and Prayers that your days get easier.

R.I.P. sweet Ginger

im so so sorry for your loss,, i can only imagine your pain,, hugs sweetie.
you will know when the time is right. god bless your broken heart

Hi; I'm so sorry you lost your baby. There is nothing that can prepare us in getting ready to lose one's precious companion, even if they're old, or sick. They always make us smile, so it's unthinkable to be able to see ourselves without the joy they bring us.

I lost my bunny Mimi in June (I had her for 6 yrs); she was so healthy and all of a sudden got a tooth infection and because of her liver and kidney values and her size (she was about 1 lb and 6 inches long- a Dwarf bunny) they couldn't operate to make her better, so instead I tried everything I could to see if I could make her well, when instead I had to watch her get so bad that my husband made the hard decision of putting her to sleep during a 2 day business trip. It was such a hard experience for me, because she was my baby, and nothing or no-one could understand her meaning to me, she was not just a pet that could be replaced.

I cried every single night for hours, this lasted about a month and a half, and then I thought of getting the puppy I had wanted to get for years. I found Chloe, and everything has turned bright again for me.

She does not erase the pain I felt for Mimi, nor the memories, but she does fill the void and emptyness I felt when my home was empty without my little Mimi.

I believe a new puppy will help you cope through this experience, and re-live all of the wonderful , beautiful moments you hd with your little one.

I hope you find peace in knowing she will always be your little girl, and I'm sure no one else could have given her a happier, better life than you did.

Hugs,
Meli & Chloe

I am so sorry for your loss.