Goodbye for now, my little friend :'( Gracie hadn't quite been herself the previous few months but I was keeping an eye on her. It was on Sunday, August 12th that she gave me a look that I had not seen before. In hindsight, it was as if she was saying, "Dad, something's not right." I didn't know what to make of it at that moment except that she was being more adorable than ever. That night she began panting heavily. I got her to the vet the next morning. After a blood panel, it was apparent that her kidneys were failing and she had a sudden spike in her blood sugar level. They suggested she stay overnight. One night turned to 4. I was there with her every minute that I could be. She was on a drip IV the whole time. Friday afternoon they sent her home with me with plenty of saline/dextrose solution and needles. She wouldn't eat a thing except for a few nibbles of shredded chicken. The smell of a piece of McDonald's cheeseburger caused her to vomit. I knew she was feeling very nauseated. By Monday I knew it was time to say goodbye to my little one. Gracie went with the angels on August 21, 2018. She was 12 years old. I miss her terribly but I know she's not sick anymore which is my only comfort. I will see you again, sweetie.:luvu::littleang |
I am so very sorry for the lose of your sweet little Gracie. She waits for you, pain free, at Rainbow Bridge. |
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I am counting on seeing Gracie again in that beautiful place where we can cross the bridge together. For now, I must simply keep her in my broken heart. 💔:animal-pa |
Our thoughts are with you. You wrote, "It was on Sunday, August 12th that she gave me a look that I had not seen before. In hindsight, it was as if she was saying, "Dad, something's not right.' I didn't know what to make of it at that moment except that she was being more adorable than ever." Brought a loving tear to my eye. Bless you for the love and care you showed little Gracie. I pray that your broken heart will slowly become flooded with the happy memories a proud papa deserves. --KatysMom |
I am so very sorry and wanted to send you my sympathy. |
Thank you, KatysMom... The happy memories are coming and they make me smile and laugh but sometimes I just wish I could feel her fuzzy warmth in my lap. You know how it is. :) |
Many thanks, Lisa and Pic... It helps to hear from people who "know". |
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I am so sorry for your loss of Gracie, I know what you are feeling big hugs to you |
I am so sorry to hear this sad news, and know the pain that you are feeling. Please know that she felt your love everyday that she shared with you! May you soon reach the place where happy memories of times spent with Gracie bring you peace and comfort. |
I am so very sorry. :( |
So very sorry |
Dave, I am sorry to hear of Gracie's passing over the Rainbow Bridge. I, too, recently lost my Golden Retriever to kidney failure at the age of 18. He was a good dog and faithful companion. I know that Gracie will be waiting for you on the other side as will my Sunny. Ron |
Sad today... Thank you, Ron. So sorry for your loss as well. Today is one year since Gracie flew away with the angels. I'm feeling like I was too hasty to have the doc put her down. By the time we got to the vet that day she had finally eaten something and was actually perking up. It's too late now but this thought haunts me on this day. Thank you again for your support. |
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He endured his saline treatments like a trooper, but it was heartbreaking to see how confused and listless he was and know that he was enduring it only to make us happy. He no longer played, and we could seeing him fail each day. After consulting our vet, we made the decision to give him a few last meals of his favorite food with his packmates, and try to bring him some final moments of happiness. He only lingered with us for a few days, but he cuddled, and wagged his tail. He slept on our bed with his brothers, and shared his final hours surrounded by those who loved him. He had a small seizure, and we took him in to the dr. one final time to help ease him on his way to the rainbow bridge. Although we could have kept him with us, it would have been more about us than him. We did question our decision to let him go, but as time went on, we are secure that we did the best for him. I sincerely hope that you are able to know that you let your beloved Gracie go because you loved her enough to say goodbye and free her from her fear and suffering. |
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