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Very nice post, Allan and so glad you are able to open your heart to another precious pup. Warmly, Deborah |
:cry8: I am so sorry you lost your beloved Zackie. When I read this I just began weeping........what a tragedy. :hands: :hands: :hands: I pray that God will comfort you and heal your broken heart. Rest in peace, sweet furbaby. |
I just saw the pictures of your "little" Yoyo.......what a beautiful lab. That dog looks like he's got it made! |
Memories...will help get you through each day...remember Zack, always. But just look at Yoyo...so happy...so content, I am so happy you found each other. |
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A dog's purpose I am sorry for your loss and hope this will help you find some comfort. A Dog's Purpose Being a veterinarian, I had been called to examine a ten-year-old Irish Wolfhound named Belker. The dog's owners, Ron, his wife, Lisa, and their little boy, Shane, were all very attached to Belker. I examined Belker and found he was dying of cancer. I told the family we couldn't do anything for Belker, and offered to perform the euthanasia procedure for the old dog in their home. As we made arrangements, Ron and Lisa told me they thought it would be good for six-year-old Shane to observe the procedure. They felt as though Shane might learn something from the experience. The next day, I felt the familiar catch in my throat as Belker's family surrounded him. Shane seemed so calm, petting the old dog for the last time, that I wondered if he understood what was going on. Within a few minutes, Belker slipped peacefully away. The little boy seemed to accept Belker's transition without any difficulty or confusion. We sat together for a while after Belker's death, wondering aloud about the sad fact that animal lives are shorter than human lives. Shane, who had been listening quietly, piped up, 'I know why.' Startled, we all turned to him. What came out of his mouth next stunned me. I'd never heard a more comforting explanation. He said, 'People are born so that they can learn how to live a good life-- like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?' The six-year-old continued, 'Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don't have to stay as long.' Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like: * When loved ones come home, always run to greet them. Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride. Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy. Take naps. Stretch before rising. Run, romp, and play daily. Thrive on attention and let people touch you. Avoid biting when a simple growl will do. On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass. On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree. When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body. Delight in the simple joy of a long walk. Eat with gusto and enthusiasm. Stop when you have had enough. Be loyal. Never pretend to be something you're not. If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it. When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and nuzzle them gently. Be always grateful for each new day. ENJOY EVERY MOMENT OF EVERY DAY! |
Cobird2, I absolutely loved your post. Even though Yoyo is just a baby (she is around 9 months old), at times, I can't help but think how hard it is one day (hopefully far far far away) when we lose her. She (like Zack before her) is such a part of our family, that I can't imagine life without her. I am still having trouble without Zack and he died nearly a year ago. Mariana, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. If you would like to talk about it, please send me a private message. I know how hard it is to lose a loved pet who was so young. Allan |
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How are you? I can't believe it will be 1 year in may that i lost my Heidi..and what a year it has been...Pixie is almost 10 months old now and the light of my life. YoYo is just beautiful...stay in touch..its good to see you still pop in here to say hello.:) Kerry & Pixie:aimeeyork |
Hi! :sad: I'm so sorry... :cry: |
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4 Attachment(s) Hi Kezza (and everyone else), I actually still visit Yorkietalk every so often. For some reason though, I tend to only read the In Memory Of section. I could never fully leave this site, as the members here were so warm and comforting when Zackie died. Since this thread was revived, I might as well post a short update. Zack died nearly two years ago. I still miss him tremendously. Luckily, he is buried in my parents backyard, so I still visit him. The hardest part though is that I am finding it hard to remember his personality. He was nearly 2 when he died, and it has been 2 years since then. So, my memories are getting foggy. That absolutely kills me. But, I do remember that he was a super loving, friendly, playful pup that always had a smile on his face. Anyway, Yoyo is now almost 2 and an absolute doll. About 6 months ago, we moved to the suburbs and now have a big (fenced in) yard for Yoyo to play in. She absolutely LOVES being able to run around and play fetch virtually every day. Yoyo is super friendly, and outgoing, and loves everyone. My wife is heads over heels in love with yoyo as well, and Yoyo sleeps in our room virtually every night (either on her bed or in our bed with us). She is fully housebroken and alwasy barks when she has to go out. We have a cat and a kitten, and the three of them get along so well. (Yoyo and the kitten tend to nap in the kitchen in Yoyo's second bed all of the time. They are really cute together and best friends). Not much else to report. But, again, I do want to thank everyone on here for the help they gave me when I needed it most. Losing a pet is so very difficult, and no one can truly understand it unless they have gone through it themselves. Lastly, I have attached a few pics of the pets! -Allan |
I just read this post.... Allan, Thank you for your update. I'm glad to read you had a new baby and things are well. I'm sorry for your loss of Zack, Like you, i have experienced my first loss of my ture love (JULZ) on Halloween. I am beginning to wonder if "that feeling" will ever subside within.... We got our new baby about 4 weeks after, DUDLEY has filled the void that Julz left behind and we love him so much. I didn't know it was possible to love another "as much" with so much pain still inside, but i do. Your new baby is a doll, love the kittens too!:) |
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