Depression After The Loss Of A Pet | Ways To Cope With Grief | Rainbow Bridge | My Story of Pet Loss
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- Hi Friends,
I recently lost my cat, Hero to cancer. Depression after losing a pet was something I had to overcome. I also had to help my other living pets cope with grief. I'm sharing 11 ways to cope with grief after the loss of a pet. I hope this can help you recover and somehow help mend your broken heart.
Sending much love and light,
Elaine & Gatsby
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My cat passed today, it’s the hardest thing I’ve ever had to go through so far. She was my world, my pretty girl & I’ll always miss her.
I’m so sorry Jasmine. 🙏 Please take care of your self. ❤️🩹
😢So sorry for you loss. I know how you feel.
@@JustVibingFullStop it’s triggered my anxiety, I’ve had a heavy feeling in my chest ever since, most times it’s hard to breath. Everywhere I go in my house i think of her cause she was always with me. I never knew a feeling like this, but it gets easier little by little day by day. I still have a kitten we had gotten for her to have a companion & everything she does reminds me of my angel. I have to hope that she is at the rainbow bridge happy & healthy ❤️
I lost my boy Buddy a year and a half ago. I cry everyday. I truly feel for you.
This is so sad , I'm so sad for you and for myself too as I face imminent loss of my beloved pooch xx
My cat passed today. He was 18 years old and without a doubt the hardest thing I've ever experienced in my entire 41 years of life.
@samcyr7314 Oh no, I'm so sorry for your loss. I felt the same way. It's so hard. My first night without Hero was a disaster. I hope you take care of yourself. Sending you much love, light and healing tonight. May your kitty RIP and watching you from above as your protective angel. 🙏
I’m so so sorry for your loss. I’m in it as well- lost my boy of 20 years last month and it’s the hardest thing still ever
So sorry for your loss. It's never easy.😢
It’s hell isn’t it. I had to euthanise my cat in March and I’m broken x
I still gag when I eat because I’m broken and I can’t swallow
Loosing a pet is by far the most painful and emotional stressful experience I have had to endured. Is a very gutting and heart shattering experience. I do know my faith kept me sane. 😢
I’m so sorry @kandycandy1 😔🙏
@@elainelinle Thank you. I’m sorry too. Sometimes we wish we could have done a million different things to protect our babies but I come to realize they are a gift to show us unconditional love and joy. May they all be resting in peace waiting for us to meet again.
All I could think about is million different reasons i could’ve saved her. I miss her
I put down my best friend yesterday, it's been a wave of emotions. Going from extreme sadness, to numbness, to relief, over an over. He was sixteen, he fought for me over the last few weeks because he knew I wasn't ready. Yesterday he came and laid on me, he put a paw on my hand and looked back at me and gave me his last head bump.
My baby girl passed away last night in my bed right in front of me. This may be one of the hardest deaths I have ever gone through. She was my baby and my best friend. I feel so empty without her now….I miss her more than words can describe…
I lost my cat 10 years ago. You never FULLY get over it but animals are so worth it if you want to really experience love and life in my opinion. His picture by my bed still chokes me up but makes me happy at the same time. With love comes sadness, but videos like this really help. I think I’m finally ready to get another one now.
@madams989 Thank you for taking your time to watch this video. I am also happy to hear that you are ready for another one. It's always so heartwarming to hear another animal about to get a forever home and about to be showered by so much love. 💖💖💖
This morning my wife and I lost our first baby, our cat Ronnie, our 3 year old British Shorthair. He died suddenly and unexpectedly overnight. He looked like he was still sleeping, curled up on his perch. I've never felt pain like it, the sense of loss is unbelievable, not just for the last 3 years, but for the 10+ years more we were meant to have with him. He was meant to meet our children, grow up with them. Now we will just have to tell them about him. I am broken.
I completely understand your feelings.. my cat died 3 days ago all of a sudden after 7.5 years and he was perfectly healthy before his death. I have always dreaded that moment but was also expecting it to happen further down the line. I’m distraught over this abrupt loss, but a small part of me is happy for him that he got to live his whole life happy and healthy.
We also just lost our baby boy who was 4. He had a very sudden and unexpected medical condition pop up. We thought we had another 10 years at LEAST. It would have hurt just as badly 10 years down the road but losing them so young... It just doesn't feel fair. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Big hugs 🙏🏻🩷xxx i found my Girl on the bathroom like she was sleeping 😢 a month ago Its the hardest thing ever. What a blessing they where. Unconditionally loved 🥰
My cat just passed away today. It is easily the hardest thing I've ever dealt with. I have spent almost my entire life with her. It hurts so, so much
My cat passed away 5 days ago, and yesterday's night was the worst because I cried and weeping for hours n' hours. I'm afraid to tell people that I'm going through depression about it because some of them might never care or will just laugh at me. It's still painful. I feel like I can't enjoy life again.
@gwynalison I’m so very sorry about your cat. 😔 people who don’t care or laugh at you are not your true friends. No matter what you go through in life, whether your friends understand it or not, they will be there to support you and love you and want to see you thrive. During the toughest times in our lives, we see the true colors of others. Just remember that tough times don’t last. Tough people too. You will be ok. Try to breathe and meditate. Sending you much love, light and healing. 🙏🙏🙏✨❤️🩹
That's so true that people who laugh or make sarcastic remarks aren't worth your time or energy. Please accept my condolences for the loss of your beloved cat. Rest in Peace 🕊️ little angel 💗🐈⬛!
i m lucky my wife sharing same grief with me, my sister also was very emphatical but generally people really dont under understand. cry, dont worry, we all crying
I felt the same when my Abesch died on September 15 this year. I was like paralyzed and passive suicidal and I thought I could never get over it. I made a trip to London though I didn't want to go but it distracted me a little bit. Abesch is with me all the time in my heart and thoughts and I know he would not want me to be so sad. His buddy Nemo needs me bc he is so sad, too. Seek professionell help bc a depression can really get worse! I know how you feel.
My parrot died today suddenly there was nothing I could do to save him but just hold him in his last moments. I can’t stop crying my heart is broken 😔
hi @fatemaq363 how are you holding up? I am just seeing this now and I am so sorry for your loss. Sending you much comfort and healing. Things will get better. Please take care. 🙏
@@elainelinle hey sorry I never saw this response until now. Honestly my heart is still absolutely broken, in fact I’ve been crying just this past hour. I miss him so badly I can’t even describe it in words. He was like a little child to me 😔😔
10 years ago God gave me this little beautiful Siberian husky , to help me , to guide me , to be my best friend for 10 years and i had to put him to sleep last week cuz he was sick . When i go to heaven i will meet the angel who lived on this earth with me for 10 years .
My cat passed away 2 days ago. She was fighting to stay alive. I cried for an hour straight with her lifeless body in my arms. Thank you for this video 😞😞
@dxllrious I'm so very sorry about your cat. I know, and I understand. Thank you so much for watching and I hope it helped you in some way. Sending you much love and healing. 🙏🙏
So very sorry my friend. There are no words to take away the pain, but I truly believe we will see our beloved pets again. Rest in Peace 🕊️ little angel! ❤️🐈⬛🕊️
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That was me last night and I still can’t believe I can’t see her anymore
@@sherinmadre I'm sorry for your loss (((hugs)))
My 18 year old soulmate kitty died 3 weeks ago. I went to a cat cafe today just to be around cats. I miss him terribly. Thank you for this video.
Totally agree on not running out to get another pet. It will be a different pet. It won't replace your old pet. You won't treat it right. Let another pet find you.
I just got home to find out that I lost my beautiful maltice dog Teddy passed away TODAY. He was such a good dog. I am so broken. I had him for 12 years. So many memories. This is too hard for me. 😢
I lost my puppy Charles yesterday😢😢😢😢 he was only 7months and he was just a baby and had a life ahead of him 😭😭😭😭😭 I miss him so much
😢My cat Buster died today, he was 12 years old. I Love you SO MUCH 💞
I'm so sorry for your loss. Its harder to lose a pet than a relative.
I’m sending you condolences, and some hugs. I lost my baby boy soulcat this month at 11 years old. I hope they can meet and play together. Sending you love, it’s so hard but we can get through this.
I agree,no more pets! No other can replace my baby boy! NEVER!
I'm sorry for your loss, Elaine. My 15-year-old dog, Melody, passed away yesterday from a sudden heart attack. I'm devastated and crying uncontrollably. I miss her deeply and stumbled upon your video, which truly cheered me up. Thank you so much. I will definitely create an altar for her and write letters to honor her memory. I have a 14-year-old pug to take care of so I will be present for him. Once again, I'm sorry for your loss.
@melody-cu5nf oh no. I am so sorry for your sudden loss!! 😔 That is extremely tough. I know my words can’t bring your dog back but all I can do I send you love, light and comfort your way. Please take care. 🙏🙏🙏❤️🩹
I cried when I watched the montage. Our cat died last week. I'm so sad. She was beautiful and our friend.
@douglashughes I'm so very sorry about your cat. 😔 Please take care of yourself. I understand the pain you are going through. Sending you much healing and comfort. 🙏🙏🙏✨
Good advice. My cat, my sweet girl, died in my arms on Tuesday morning - naturally & suddenly, end stage lymphoma. Diagnosed the week before, she was paralysed with lethargy. Two weeks ago, she was fine - it came out of the blue. I spent her last days holding her & giving her every kiss she could feel, while she could still feel them. Said goodbye & told her I loved her. Gave her window time, to watch the birds & feel the sun & breeze - she loved her window sill. She was with me for nearly 20 years - two decades of harmony & content domestic simpatico. Most of my adult life. I am sick with grief & guilt for the lost seconds I could've loved her more. Even as she was dying, she would reach out with her paw & meow in response. Feel like I've lost the other half of my heartbeat. Feels unreal. She was a stray I took in, around 2006 - the sweetest, most emotionally intelligent animal I've ever known. Always present & loving. Everyday, her happy place was cuddling on my chest. I loved her more than anything. I miss her & never want another cat. I plan to get a tattoo of her paw prints.
@swansinleather I am so sorry for your loss. 😔 The time we have with our soul animals is never enough. Not even two decades. Please take care of yourself. Your soul cat wouldn't want to see you sick. Sending you much love and healing. 🙏💖
@elainelinle I still can't get over my 6 year old kitty Sweetie dying 2 weeks ago and 2days. I had to put him down because he had cancer. It makes me feel like a murderer. I'm such a mess. I miss my buddy so much!
Same thing happened to me. Over two weeks she went from fine to sick to passed (breast cancer). In a way, that's the best way to go. RIP.
Our pets really are the best companions.
My cat was an outdoor cat, we adopted a random stray kitten, she grew up and she didn't want to stay at home, she used to come once in 2 days. And when we locked the doors she used to scream to let her go out. So my parents convinced me to leave her near a domestic shelter where it had a lot of fields and Greenery. Once I opened the car door she ran into the bushes, when I called out her name she came close to me a few feet away and then she left. She didn't turn back... I hope she lives a happy life. I just want her to be happy.
I had to give away our family cat because I couldn't take care of him on my own. Firstly, two family members moved out. Then after some time, my dad had to move to my grandparents to care for them since they are 98 and 101 years old, can't do anything on their own and they got sick. Since I'm working, our cat was at home alone most of the time and he was getting very depressed. He usually needs a lot of attention and love from us, his owners, he was very clingy. He stopped wanting to play, became sad and often meowed with a sorrowful voice. So, due to lack of time and chronic fatigue syndrome, I'm not able to take care of him as much as he would deserve. It breaks my heart and the grief is so big although I know that he is in good hands now. I just want him to be happy.
My 16-year-old dog crossed the rainbow bridge on June 30 at 12:15pm and I am still broken. He was pure joy, and we thought of him as the energizer bunny. And he was until just a week before he left us. He was always on the move, curious (translation: nosey), and with me always. He slept curled behind me every night and I'm so lonely without him. We had pictures of him all over the house before this devastating loss, and now I look at the pictures and cry because I know I'll never again feel his cold nose on the back of my leg while I'm fixing dinner - letting me know he was there just in case there was a carrot or bit of cauliflower I could spare for him (I always did!). What this has taught me is that we never know when the 'last time' something will happen might be - the last time he would bring me his favorite toy to play with, the last time he'll bark to call the family to dinner because he could tell by what I was doing that dinner was ready (he was so smart that way!), or the last time he would cuddle under my arm on the pillow while I watched TV in the evening, just because he loved being there. His sweet, loving face is etched in my heart, and I will miss him forever. His sister (also 16) is still with us, so for her we've had to dial back the crying because she was struggling. The day after he crossed, she started throwing up and had a runny belly. Unfortunately, she has kidney disease and dehydration is terrible for her health. So off to the vet we went and were told that after being together for all their lives (16.5 years) she would grieve for a month or more, and can feel our upset and anguish, and the best we can do for her is to be more upbeat around her so she can more quickly adjust to being an only fur baby. I will do whatever it takes to help her over this, and can't imagine how awful it will be when it's her time to go. I'm 63, and grew up with dogs in the family, so this is not the first time I've said goodbye to a beloved pet. But Kiko (and Missy) have gotten us through the loss of my parents and my in-laws - they always knew when we needed a special cuddle and would gently lick of the tears from our faces, while helping us to know that things would get better. What I wouldn’t give for more time….
I lost Gumbo two weeks ago. The knot in my stomach is the worst. I have lost many pets over the years and try to assure myself that the pain will eventually lessen. I'll never forget any of them, but I know that someday I'll be ready to adopt another fuzzy one who needs a home. That's what Gumbo would want me to do. In the meantime, lavish love on Missy. It'll help both of you and take care of yourself also.
May God grant you a beautiful reunion with your animal companions when you return Home
I am very sorry, we are never ready for a pet loss, it is always too early. And, yes, we dont know time or hour of having the pet for the last time....😢
I had to put my best friend down yesterday. I never thought it would happen and I am devastated. I feel empty and so alone without him. I don’t know how I will ever get through this.
I also had to put my sweet boy to rest two weeks ago suddenly. I’m here for you and I’m sending hugs. The pain is SO strong, but so is the love for our babies. ❤️🩹My condolences
Love to all who have lost our beloved companions ❤💔❤
I'm so sorry for your loss. I had a beautiful black cat named Salem she passed away almost a year ago from stomach cancer. Putting her down was the hardest thing I ever had to do. It was the worst pain I've ever felt. I was stuck in a terrible depression as well. I eventually was blessed with a beautiful kitten another little girl. I named her Violet like the flower Violet. And she is perfect. I love her so much already. She's my shadow.
I came home from work yesterday to my 17 year old cat dead. And I feel so crippled by guilt because my baby was right by the door as if she had been waiting for me. I keep replaying yesterday in my head wishing so badly that I stayed home with her.I had just took her to the vet the same day, and was waiting on the results of a blood test so they can come up with a diagnosis and treatment plan. I thought I had more time and that I had to work so I can afford her treatment. But I but now I wish I got her euthanized so that she would've been out of pain sooner and wouldn't have died alone. Thanks you so much for making this video. It makes me feel less crazy for being so devastated. I just keep seeing that image of her by the door and it feels like I have a spear in my chest.Also I'm sorry for your loss. You seem like the most amazing cat mom and an amazing person. 💛
@TheHaHaEnigma Oh no! I'm so sorry you had to come home and see your cat passing like that. Please don't blame yourself. You did the best you could. We can only learn from what happened and do better in everything we do the next time. Your cat knows you loved her. Animals know. Keep your head up and take care of your heart. Write to her. Light a candle so she sees the light from the heavens above you are thinking about her. I'm sending you much love and healing and comfort. 🙏🙏🙏
@@elainelinleThank you so much!❤ your words and along with this video are very comforting!I definitely will follow this advice. It also just nice to find people who can relate and won't just say "It was just a cat."
That's so sad my friend. So very sorry you had to come home and find your beloved cat had passed. Please know you did your best ...you can't see the future, and yes, unfortunately we don't have a choice about having to work. I believe you will see your beloved cat again someday. Rest in Peace 🙏🕊️ little angel ❤️🐈⬛.
@@PattyandWillie Thank you 🙏🏽 ❤️
@@TheHaHaEnigma Are you doing okay sweetie? I know you will never forget your previous little angel that you lost, but hopefully 🙏 your heart is healing a tiny bit each day. And...just maybe your beloved kitty 🌈🐈 has led, or will lead when you are ready, a new furry friend into your life. I truly believe my Garfield 🌈🐈, who passed in 2012, set in motion the chain of events that led my current cat, Willie, into my life. Please know I truly care....and I know our fur babies 🐈⬛🐈❤️ are never "just an animal". They are incredible living beings who truly bless our lives with happiness! ❤️ Let me know if I can help you in any way. Much love and comfort from Willie and I! 🤗❤️
my sweet boy was put down today. i have never felt such pain, i am absolutely empty and heartbroken. he was 14 and his liver began failing. he lost his appetite and went from okay to in critial condition incredibly fast. he was my childhood pet and i miss him so much
Lost my boy just 3 days ago the same way for the same reason 😭 he was just 3 years old, I feel so robbed❤️🩹
@@Blasiiana i'm so sorry for your loss. i couldn't imagine losing a pet so young, i would feel robbed too. i still cry every day for my boy, but at least we know they both lived amazing lives. hope you're feeling better ❤
My beloved cat, my baby boy passed on May, 13th at the age of 10. Reasons of death are still not clear for 100%, but food intoxication is first among them. I feel incredibly guilty not only because I was feeding him with ready-to-use crap, but also, because I didn't rush to hospital while he started to show symptoms. I should have go directly to vet. Will live with this feeling till the end of my life, I know it very well. The only thing Im thinking of is that I will see my boy again one day. Not afraid to die anymore.
it’s been over a year and i’m still in such a deep depression. he was my entire world and my best friend.
@elfgirl2009 I'm so very sorry for your loss. Losing our beloved pet can take some time to heal. Try to ficus on the good and how you can honor your pet. Please take care!
It’s hard to lift oneself out of depression. Maybe a new baby?
My 18 cat passed away today for the same type of digestive cancer. I’m devastated. I came home and drank a bottle of wine to numb myself and passed out. When I woke up and realized she still wasn’t here I cried so hard. Tomorrow I’ll try meditating and exercising instead of drinking to help deal. Thanks for the video.
I lost my 7year old cat last day. I was away when when she died, since my college university is too far from my hometown. My parents took her to the vet, I paid the bills, but them she didnt make it. Im in a deep grief, it really pains me that I didnt get to have her in my arms when she took her last breath. It still breaks me, to my core. I’ll truly miss her. She was a family and a bestfriend. I hope she’ll spend her 8 more lives wt me.
@nicolecatacutan4219 I am just seeing this now. I am so very sorry for your loss. I understand your pain and how deep it can be. I hope you are doing ok, and feeling a bit better now. It will take time. Please know that we are all here for you on this thread. Please take care. Sending you much love. 🙏
My dog passed away today. I'm still crying its so hard to get over the loss of my pet. I'm crying so bad rn cause i know during the last days of his life he wants to be with me...
I've lost my cat today, had her for 11 years...think I really needed to see this.
So sorry for your loss! I know how you feel.
@@anettehartmann8588Thank you so much, so sorry to hear that also. I lost her in July and it's October, still can't cope with the loss..
@@cristinat.8639 pet loss grief has no time schedule. Its different from person to person. Speak a lot over your loss with family and good friends. And seek help from a therapist, dont be ashamed of that!
Also had my cat for 11 years. He died last night, couldn’t sleep afterwards. He had kidney failure, and I couldn’t help but think had I put more effort in mitigating that, perhaps I wouldn’t have had to euthanize him. But I know these thoughts are self inflicting and it doesn’t do any good in the healing process. He was so energetic just two days ago and yeah…that was it. I’m burying him later today and the thought of him rotting is so absurd, I’m absolutely in denial of this.
My dog died today, i can't able to handle pain😢
My dog died two days ago. I can't breathe. I really don't want to live. He was with me everyday for 14 years, through surgeries, heart aches, disability. I don't know how to go on. And I am so sorry about your cat. Thank you for the video.
yes I feel your pain right now as after 17 yrs with my wee girl she passed 8 weeks ago today :-( came home from work today and began to bawl my eyes out !! THE PAIN HAS EASED A WEE BIT !! I began to meditate as many have told me it really does work !! so far they have been right !! sometimes it makes me feel worse but found out its just the pain leaving my body !! THE PAIN WILL EASE EVEN THOUGH IT FEELS IT NEVER WILL !! IT WILL I PROMISE YOU !!!
Im over 3years out from my soulcat Fireball passing and I was bawling 2 nights ago. Ive never been the same person again.
Had to unexpectedly put my Aussie down 3 days ago and I've never felt so alone. He was 9.5 years old and I got him when I was stationed in VA at 8 weeks old and he was my best friend and I haven't lost a parent yet at 38, but I don't know how much more someone can hurt. He was my entire world for the last 10 years. Where I went he went and was my constant companion in everything. I have another dog a female Aussie and I still feel completely alone, because regardless of how much I love her to death he was my world and my everything.
Sucks that it was so sudden too I never had time to prepare. Left for work and when I got home he couldn't come to me he kept falling over and rushed him to the emergency vet to find out he had a tumor in his spleen that had burst and his abdomen was filled with blood. I had the option to have an 8.5K surgery to remove his spleen, but the vet told me when a tumor causes the spleen to burst the way that it did it was probably an 80% chance it was cancerous and even with a successful surgery he would maybe have 5-6 months to live. So I made the decision to put him down as I didn't want his last 6 months to be spent recovering from a major surgery then dying of cancer. I will miss him for the rest of my life and no dog will every be able to take the spot in my heart that he holds...........................I would give anything to have him back. I wouldn't wish this kind of pain on my worst enemy. Being single with no kids he was my whole world. I'll never forget you Maverick.
Thanks for this. I’m so devastated by my baby girl, almost 16, being euthanized on 7/11. It’s so painful :( sending love to all those in similar scenario
My baby dog passed away this morning of advanced congestive heart failure. She was 14.5 years old. We fought the battle with meds, diet, fluid drainage, regular cardiologist visits and made it through 3 years paw in hand vs her 6 month prognosis. Everyone said to euthanize her but I prayed to god for her to go on her own time before she started to suffer too much and she did…. I loved and love her more than words can describe. She was my rock… the most kind, fair, protective and family oriented girl with the strongest spirit and character that pulled me through so many ups and downs. I can’t imagine life without her, I feel like an empty shell and can only pray that her soul is in a beautiful and happy place… I feel relief that she is no longer in pain and hope she knew how much mommy loved her back.
@mgm579 Oh no. I'm so very sorry. 😔 There is no doubt that you loved your pup. She knows this. Animals feel our energy. They see and feel the love. Sending you so much healing and comfort during this difficult time. Please take care of yourself, ok? 🙏
@@elainelinle thank you so much for responding…. Your words are so very kind. Taking care of myself seems meaningless right now but I will try to get it together bc that’s how she remembered me. And I have two more dogs to take care of. They started to grieve over their big sister with me and we need to pull through it all somehow together. Thank you and god bless 🙏🐾
Same situation so sad right now
@@valeenpineda4890 I am so sorry for your loss. It’s sooo hard. Hang in there.
I lost my sweet lil panther boy in August 2022. He had been sick with kidney disease for 2 years, but it was his hind legs giving out on him that became his demise. He was my roommates cat, but he quickly bonded with me back in 2018 and the rest is history. I miss him so much still and never thought I'd have such heartache over an animal. But, he was more than an animal, he was my baby boy, my soulmate - alas, he was my everything. I run a small business and I named it after him in his honor - to which I proudly share when I do craft fairs. Just remember: Not All Soulmates Are Human.
I found a very meaningful quote yesterday and it really hit home. “Grief, I've learned, is really just love. It's all the love you want to give, but cannot. All of that unspent love gathers in the corners of your eyes, the lump in your throat, and in the hollow part of your chest. Grief is just love with no place to go.”
So sorry for your loss, I lost my guy after 14+years on 06/17/23. I pray for all of us and yes its been really rough ever since.
@lons5472 I’m so sorry 😞 please take care. Sending you healing vibes 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏✨
@@elainelinle , Thank you for sending and re-sending to all the others on here as well, 🥺😿
Lost my cat yesterday as this has been an especially difficult time for me. Thanks for sharing this video.
The little montage at the end is very sad but beautiful. My cat died in January and she was almost 16. Elaine has some good suggestions if you're dealing with a loss.
@j.r.3981 Thank you so much for watching until the end for Hero's tribute. I am so very sorry for the loss of your cat. 😔 Sending much healing and comfort. 🙏
Sorry for your loss of your cat Hero! All pets goes to heaven ! 💐✝️🙏
3 weeks ago I lost my beloved Abee, 12 year old amstaff girl, from a massive stroke, I can't stop crying, I feel like I in a black pit of unending heartache & drowning in my tears. I feel guilty over rushing her to the vet coming home without my beautiful girl by my side. Abee & I raised a Bengal mix cat, girl, Chevy, who is 6 years old & she is mourning too. I don't know how to comfort her when I can't find comfort
lost my doggo today, this was by far the most painful things i have ever experienced, been crying for 2 hours straight. I've had him since i was 7, i'm 15 now, i don't know if i'm ever gonna get over this
@natsumi7534 I am so very sorry for your loss. 😔 I understand your pain. It's ok to cry. Let it out. It's part of the healing process. Try the guided meditation and remember to breathe. I am right here grieving with you. Sending you much love, light, and healing. Take care of your heart. Your doggo would want to see you smile from heaven. 🙏🙏🙏
Lost my senior girl, Chloe, 14 yrs old to congestive heart failure. She was hiding a murmur and had worsened her cough from collapsed trachea.
Absolutely heartbroken.
To all the pet moms and dads who lost their furry kiddos and are watching this video too, my deepest sympathies for your loss. We are in it together, you're not alone and this top shall pass. ❤ our kiddos are ok , suffering is over ❤
@KittyCatMo I am so very sorry for your loss. I hope you are feeling a bit better. How are you?? Please take care of yourself ok?
Lost my 16 year old chihuahua Stylz last month from the same thing. I’m still devastated and heartbroken. I cry almost everyday. I am so sorry for your loss. This does help me to know I am not alone in my feelings.
We lost our beloved dog and have never experienced such intense emotional pain, despite considering ourselves as resilient and pragmatic people. We both fell into unexpected depression with insomnia and a complete lack of appetite. If this pain happens to you, it is an expression of the love you and your pet shared and needs to be expressed. Take your time. Be honest with people. Be kind to yourself. There is no easy fix when this happens as the pain can feel unbearable but listening to your true emotions, crying, slowing your breathing down and being honest about your grief with others will ease the intensity. If you have no appetite, drink plenty of water
My precious cat passed away at October 6, 2023 at age 18 cat age. She was having difficulty getting up on her feet and trouble breathing. The moment I saw her behavior, I had to take her to the vet. The doctor informed us she had respiratory distress, fluid in her lungs, dehydration. Then, my fear came true. It was very painful to see my cat go. For the past 17 years, she was like a daughter to me and we took care of her very much in great health! The last thing I wanna do for my cat is to cut off her thick fur ball for free, which is very pricey these days. I'm still in deep depression after her passing, it was the hardest choice for us to make.
I had to have my cat Bindy put to sleep yesterday with those same issues as your kitty had. I'd had bindy since she was 8 weeks old in 2006 so same time aswell. She was really old and even though it was the hardest decision to make I know I made the right decision for her and she knew it too. I'm litterally broken so I'm feeling your loss, truly I am 💔
What a wonderful tribute to Hero. I lost my cat just over 9 months ago. I've had many pets in my life come and go but none hit me as hard as Tasha's passing. The ferel kitten that turned into a loving and caring cat. She got me through a lot in her 7 short years. Two surgeries, the loss of my lifelong job, and the pandemic she was there for me.I should add she also got me to quit drinking. I just wish I could have been able to save her she sure saved me. I will be watching this video again soon. These tips are going to help. Thank you.
im losing my little doggy and the pain is unbearable. i will never get over it.
Lost my dear cat PRETTY, got to know today my family kept it from for a week, my neighbours poisoned her. Uuh my baby, I am all sobbing missing her a lot. I love you Pretty...
Lost my boy 10years ago - am still grieving for him ,all my boys,but as I had Patch for over 14 years the loss has crippled me - 🏴
I found out that my my dog Maximillian passed away last night in his sleep. He was my first pet and I only had him for 2 years. I wish I could have had him for longer but I’m so thankful for the time we had together. ❤
I don’t think you understand how much you touched my heart tonight, I just lost my pug of 10 years. Unfortunately, it was the Sunday in Minnesota and unless you have $500 they won’t even look at shit.😢 I walked in to an emergency vet, where there was two people waiting for their pets to be seen, however, when I told the lady my dog is dying in my arms, the only thing she did was tell me I had to go somewhere else!!!! WTF is wrong with these people! Some of us love our animals, as if though they were our own children! And for a veterinarian to turn down a dying animal is some thing I never thought could happen! I am dying inside. I still cry every night, I wake up crying I hold his ashes next to me. What hurts the most is the I could’ve’s and I should’ve’s… But like my daughter said when it’s third time mom is just their time. I held him in my arms and told the little guy you can go to God no baby, he looked out the window and his body jerked… Almost felt like his soul was leaving his body. After that, he lost his bodily fluids, I was in so much pain, the people that we took him to after we’re so great to me, but I can’t help but think?? If I gave him some more water, or if I gave him pain medication, maybe even begged for anyone to help me more than I already did then maybe he’d be like today😢
After Praying I scrolled up and found this video. I want to say thank you very much for understanding. Seriously these rules for animals not being human. Need to change not everybody is rich, I am pending disability right now and because of that my dog is dead I know it sounds terrible, people say it’s just a dog, and I swear I wanna slap them, because I’ve never had a furry little guy. Love me as much as he did.. we’ve been through so much together, and every time I cried, he would jump in my lap… As if to tell me, everything’s gonna be OK mommy ❤ I honestly don’t think I’m gonna get over my little girl life for a long time. He has a little brother name Zeke, and all he does is mope looking out the window and when he hears me talk about Bentley he looks for him everywhere.🥹 anyway sweetheart I just wanna say thank you🙏🏼💕 and yes, we will see them again I believe that with my heart and soul👍💕🙏🏼😍😭
@deniseperez3156 I just read your story. I'm so sorry for your loss. And the fact that the vet refused to help your fur baby breaks my heart. You still have Zeke, so focus your energy on him. I know it's hard. I feel your pain. But, please take care of yourself. Zeke needs you to lead by example. I'm sending you prayers and lots of love and light. 🙏✨
I'm sooooo sorry to see what you went through! I just lost my 16-year-old dog exactly a week ago today. We were up with him all night as he vomitted and cried and I was heartbroken that there was nothing we could do for him except hold him and love him until I could call the vet in the morning to make that awful appointment. They tried to tell me that they were fully booked and couldn't see him, but to their credit, when I explained the situation, they squeezed us in at noon. I could rant about this vet office, but what good would it do? He was very sick and we knew it, and in the end they did what needed to be done with kindness and compassion. Again, I'm so sorry for your loss. I also have another dog who is struggling with our loss and she is also 16 (they were never apart for all that time) and for her we've had to try to act more 'normal'. She looks for Kiko and seems so very sad and we can't explain it to her. So we're spoiling her and not leaving her alone while she makes the adjustment to her life as an 'only' pup. Give Zeke a squeeze and know that we understand your grief and I know you'll be with him again someday 💔
I'm sorry about your loss. Pug is with God and at peace. Things couldn't have been any different as this is how it was destined to be and you did your best. I was haunted for decades about my first cat when she returned Home but I now realise that was our test. I loved and cared the best I could for her. Prolonging life of your animal kindred spirit when they are suffering isn't always the right solution although taking a decision on euthanasia will always be equally tormenting.
We will all eventually return Home as this life is temporal. May God grant you a most beautiful, blissful reunion with your beloved Pug in heaven. You were a good, loving mother with a compassionate heart. I'm sorry you had to experience the lack of compassion from money oriented vets. Be kind to yourself and fully have faith that God is over all things and you did the best that you could under the circumstances. Be at peace, let it go and leave him in the care of the almighty Creator of the heavens and earth and all of creation 🙏🌺🩷🪴
Your Hero is a beautiful boy. May God bless your heart with peace until you are reunited with him one day.
On July 10th I had to put down my sweet cat, Brody. She was around 20 with all sorts of ailments, mainly kidney disease. I had her for a long, lucky 17 years. The pain is absolutely unbearable and I miss her every second of every single day. I unfortunately will have to make the same decision soon with my sweet baby boy, Timmy, who is also in his 20s with kidney disease (among other ailments). I feel like I am going to shatter into a million pieces when I lose him. 17 years is a long time and I've bonded so deeply with my babies. They're my world and now that one of them is gone it feels like a piece of me is missing. When Timmy goes, another piece will be gone and I know I'll feel hollow and completely empty. My condolences to everyone here who commented about their pets and their loss. "Grief is just love with no place to go."
@m0nstaar_ I'm so very sorry about Brody. Wow, 20 years. You gave him 20 years of pure love and joy and I am sure he knows this. Sending you much love, light and comfort. 🙏
I lost my cat yesterday. His name was Dash he was the best cat he turned 3 a week ago. RIP Dash
I lost my dog 6 months ago to the same kind of cancer as your Hero did, and I’m so sorry for your loss. This was the literal worst pain I have ever felt, not a day goes by that I don’t think about my buddy. I’ve been struggling so much with my grief and this video has given me so much insight and I want to heal so badly. I had him for 10 years (2013-2023) and I swear my childhood died with him since I got him when I was 8. I’m 18 now, I’ll be turning 19 exactly a week before the 1 year anniversary date. I spend as much time as possible with my other dogs because i know they’re grieving him as much as i am. Not a day goes by that I don’t think about him and miss him. I’ve now started keeping a journal and writing letters here and there just giving him little updates about what he can’t experience with me as we did everything together for 10 years. He never left my side for a moment and that won’t start now. Thank you so much for this video.
@ezekieljames5564 my heart aches for you. I am so sorry for your loss. Please be kind to yourself and allow time to heal. Hero passed in April and I still cry about him. Our furry best friends are here to guide us and teach us lessons in their lifetime. Your childhood memories with him will always live in your heart. I'm not sure if you believe in reincarnation, but I do. I hope you and your pup will see each other again in this lifetime. If not, the next. For now, please take care of yourself. Sending you and your pack much love and healing. 🙏🙏✨
I feel your exact pain. Even had medication.
My Dog Coco died Tuesday, it was a sudden death, he was only 5 years old, and my only consistent companion, we had so many things to do. I was so mad with pain that I fought with many people just so I didn't had to think about it. I saw your beautiful video Today and now I understand better the loss of a pet. Thank you so much, and like you, will find a way to honor my pet by being a better person. So sorry for your loss...
@charmanderuno I am so sorry for the sudden loss of your furry companion 😔🙏 Even when our pets have left us, they still have such an influence on us to be better. Sending you much love and comfort. 🙏🙏🙏
my four year old cat, pumpkin died suddenly a few months back. i understand the pain your feeling and im so sorry. im sure he knew how much he was loved.
My cat passed away yesterday. I still try to get deal with this. It's hard. I still cry every times. I always denial if he didn't in the world again.
I just lost my 17 & 1/2 year old cat today. I am lost without her. I knew there were fewer days ahead of us than behind because math, but I’m not ready to be without her. She was perfect and sweet and beautiful. I'm a cat person, have had them my entire life, and I truly don't think once our 14 year old cat follows her that I'll ever get another cat. My heart is just broken.
Thank you for your words and tribute to your beautiful animal companion. My best friend and soulmate Brooklyn died May 8th. He was a 100 lb. Goldendoodle. He did everything with me. We shopped together, went to the parks, bank, Starbucks and more. Everyone called him the most well behaved dog they ever met. He loved people, cats, dogs, and life. Today was difficult without him due to being a holiday. I have been attending pet loss support groups. I am allowing my grief. There is a neighbor cat that is not being taken care of very well. He would follow me and Brooklyn on our walks. I feed him daily and spend time with him outside. He looks through my window and I talk to him I feel Brooklyn sent him to comfort me. Thank you.❤
I am so sorry about Brooklyn. 😔 I don’t know if you believe in reincarnation. If you do, I hope Brooklyn makes it back to you in this lifetime or the next. Sending you love and light. 🙏✨✨✨
We put our dog to sleep last night. Hardest decision I made and I miss him so much 😢
I really needed this video because losing my beloved puppy has been life altering and yet everyone around expects me to move on. I keep on saying this but our pet's love is purely unconditional and genuine.
@tommyhanvev I am so sorry for your loss. I know and understand what you mean. Many people expected me to just move on. It's not easy. Their love is unmatched. Sending you so much healing right now. 🙏
You never move on I lost my 15 year old dog Jacky 4 years ago, and she is always on my mind.
Ppl who say move on, really have no heart.
I am so so sorry for your loss 😢🐶🌈💔💙💙
I lost Rico 2 days ago. I had him for 15 years. He was my handsome man, my best friend, and my soul animal. I miss him so much. He sent me this video. It came up on my youtube home page. Thank you so much. I will be writing a letter to my handsome man Rico Suave tonight.
@teacherjess580 I am so very sorry about your Rico. 😔 Thank you Rico for sending you this video from the heavens above. 🙏
My cat died today after she got bit by a big pit bull yesterday. I have had her since before COVID started. Usually I don't cry about deaths but this one made my heart break into a million pieces..
I lost my beautiful 7 year old cat last week. . He was such a character and my heart is breaking. I was not prepared for this grief and I will miss him forever God bless him. 😢🙏🌈💫🤗
Thank you, my 17 year old baby angel cat left this world in my arms two days ago, and I’m not sure how to even go through my day without him by my side.
@cynthias1120 I am just seeing your comment now. I am so very sorry for your loss. I know, It's so hard. Nothing feels right or the same. How are you holding up? Sending you much love, light and healing tonight, 🙏✨
So glad I found your video. So sorry for your Hero. Cancer really is a hellhole, for both pets and people. My Indy (my soul horse) passed away 1 year and a half ago after battling melanoma for 15 years or longer. She lasted out of sheer will and resilience and that's what I will remember of her. My soul dog passed away last december, right before Christmas. She was my companion and my baby's best friend, she only had love in her soul, not a drop of resentment even though she was a rescue. Animals really do teach us the most valuable lessons, if only we listen to their message.
@sarat.1744 I am sorry about the loss of your Indy and your soul dog. Yes, cancer sucks. I truly believe that our pets are dying from cancer from the diet they have. Like feeding kibble to cats and dogs. I agree they teach us valuable lessons in life too. I hope you are feeling a little better these days. It's hard. I thought of Hero today and just cried in the kitchen while I made breakfast. Sending you much love and comfort. 🙏
You will meet again ❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏. It's not a goodbye...
Thank you for this video. I lost my soul cat so suddenly last week. My roomate called me while I was at work and told me he cardiac arrested, and it was the worst day of my life. Every day following that has been surreal. I am a huge fan of meditation as well. It is nice to know that we are not alone in our grief and others share the same feelings and survive.
@trivityart4636 I am so sorry 😞 🙏🙏🙏🙏 sending you love and light at this difficult time.
Yes , it helps to know we are not alone in our grief. I'm so sorry for your loss 💔 I'm facing imminent loss of my beloved pooch 😭
Oh no.....that's so sad that this happened while you were away at work 😭. I am so very sorry. I do believe you will see your beloved cat again. Rest in Peace 🕊️❤️🐈⬛ little angel.
Thank you Elaine for sharing your story. I lost my 2 old ladies - Mia at 15 and CC at 20. Mia passed right before Christmas and CC the day before Valentine's Day. I still carry so much guilt about not recognizing when it was their time earlier. I said I would never get another cat - I was done, got rid of all the cat stuff and bought new furniture. I baby sat for one of my neighbors while they were on a 2 week vacation, spending time with their senior kitty. I started to feel something nibbling at my heart and began searching online. Suddenly 2 older cats (a mom and daughter) appeared in my search needing to be re-homed. Now it's 4 months later and Gemma and Miss Fluff seem like they've always lived here. I truly believe the universe will let you know when it's time and guide you towards your next animal companion. ❤
@marybethr7146 first, I am so very sorry for your loss. Thank you for taking your time to watch this video and also sharing your story. Gemma and Miss Fluff is so lucky to have you take them in to experience love from a human.
I lost my 18 year old pomeranian yesterday at 9:20am. I feel like I can't breathe. My heart hurts. I can't go to work. I barely made it to the shower this evening. I'm so glad I found your channel. Thank you.
@jkc8407 I am so very sorry for your loss. It will take time. But please take care of yourself. Try the meditation video. Do breathwork to help. It will get better, I promise. Sending you love, healing and comfort. 🙏🙏
@elainelinle thank you so much. I'm going to try the meditation and deep breathing. Your reply really helped this morning. Mornings are the hardest, I think. I wake up and go right to get his breakfast. I know you completely understand. 💔🐾
I've probably never felt worse than today. I brought a stray cat home half a year ago and found him unresponsive on the front porch this afternoon. I'm devastated by his passing, but even more than that, it pains me to not know what caused this to happen. I keep feeling guilty, thinking I could've done something to prevent it. He always made me feel happy, and we loved cuddling together. Now, it feels like the part of me is gone, even though it lasted for less than a year.
Hello Elaine, I just lost my beloved and beautiful 16 year old kitty Simba last week 11/27/23. I had him since a month old. I am asthmatic and allergic to cats and dogs, but my asthma is very controlled and Drs wanted me to get rid of them. Thank God I never got rid of both cats and took care until the end. In 2019 I lost my other kitty Kassandra at 15 years. I love my cats so much. I am in so much pain, I cry, but I tell him how much I love him. My boyfriend and I always told him “we love you Simba” everyday, we cuddle with him.
Lost my sweet boy of 20 years last month and it’s still the the hardest thing everyday without him. I feel like I’m walking around with a huge hole just empty waiting to hold him again. I’ve had him almost my whole life, 12-32, every home. I don’t know how people ever not miss their babies 😪
Yesterday I had to put my baby Billy to sleep. He was suffering and in pain because of cancer. I’m devastated. He was my love and my best companion. Can’t find enough words to describe the feeling of losing him.
I put mine to sleep yesterday too. Kidney and intestine metastasis cancer. Last days he started suffering and yesterday I gave the final word. I am sorry for your loss, for our loss. Putting to sleep and taking their life was the hardest thing and responsibility to do. They are not suffering anymore and are healthy and happy over there ❤
I lost my baby so unexpectedly.. he was only 2.5 .. something bit him.. i still don’t know how.. I took him to so many places to save him.. I lost him .. my angel .. I had so many plans with him .. I thought he would be with me at least till 14
I also lost my baby unexpectedly (2 days ago) she was only 5. The reason of her death was because of too many furrballs in her stomach, i hate myself for not brushing her.
May we meet again with our beloved pets in heaven. Stay strong!
I'm so sorry for your Loss... it is true what you said it's worse than losing a human in more painful then you can imagine I just lost my dogs 2 weeks ago and I'm still devastated but it's a process that I'll get better little by little it's the most painful process that I had to go through thank you for making this video.....❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
@publix19631963 I hope this video helped you in some way. I am very sorry for your loss and I understand the devastation. I'm sending you much healing and love. 🙏✨ Take care of your heart.
@@elainelinle thank you..
We had to put our 10yr old cat Sammy down after his heart suddenly started failing. The amount of grief I experienced from the loss was the most consuming soul wrentching feeling. I couldnt cope with it . It didnt feel real .He passed on 12.19.2023. forever loved and forever missed.
One of my 15-month-old kittens died suddenly tonight. I have no idea what happened. He was fine at dinner time and I found him 3 hours later. He hadn’t been gone long when I found him. The guilt and panic I feel is still ripping apart my heart. What if I had found him sooner? Was there something I could’ve done? Why did this happen? At the moment I’m cuddling his brother and “bunk mate” who seems to feel as lost as I do. I’m hoping if he can fall asleep maybe I will too. To those who have lost pets, your pain is real and it is nothing to brush aside. I see you and share in your grief. These little souls are precious and irreplaceable. Remember the good times with your sweet fur-babies. God bless you all.
I’m deeply sorry for your loss. Yesterday I came back from a short vacation and found my baby Blue had passed. He was my first budgie that turned 4 just a month ago. I wish I could have been there with him while he crossed the bridge. I know he wasn’t alone because he passed sleeping next to his brothers cage❤️ I’m so sorry to everyone else who is going through this pain. It is unbearable but I like to remember that he is always with me.
@kat6272 oh no! I’m sorry you had to find Blue like that and so very sorry for your loss. 😔😔 it must have been shocking coming home to that. I wish you much comfort and strength to get through this Difficult time. 😔🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
The pain of losing my cat a few days ago has broken my heart. My heart and soul cat had lymphoma, also diabetes and an immune disorder. I picked up his ashes yesterday and the pain returned. Hugs to anyone going through this.
My dog passed today, he got hit but we all thought he would be fine. The worst he had was a broken leg, but all of a sudden he just died. And I will miss him more than anything
My fur baby was put to sleep yesterday 02/04/2024. My heart is broken but I know he had a good life and he's now crossed over the rainbow bridge. I will never forget him. Goodnight Rio 😢
I lost my cat on November 25 2023 .Her name was Sushi ,My daughter brought her home to us ,She was in a awful state, so we fed her nurses her back to health. We had her for 8 and a half years .She suddenly started declining.We don't no how old she was.She passed away Saturday morning .She is in a safe place .I miss her so much .She was a special kitty.
My husband and I are dealing with severe depression after losing our sweet baby Maltese of 19 years. He was our life after the loss of his beautiful brother. These 2 were everything to us. Fortunately, we didn’t have to euthanize him because he died in the arms of my husband. We’d been praying and praying Father God would take him home naturally and he did. See we had to euthanize his brother a few years earlier and it was the worst experience we’ve ever had to endure. We lived with guilt and depression for years and vowed we’d never euthanize again. This entire experience has proven to us we did make the right decision at the time because of his health issues. After, watching my last one live up to 19 showed me we were forgiven by his brother and sometimes it is necessary. If you really love your sweet baby make sure they have no more life to live before making that decision. My 19 year old had a beautiful life of being spoiled and loved. So was his brother. 😢
My cat had a nasal lymphoma. He had chemo and radiation, and we got an extra 5 and a half years. He was the best cat I've ever had. He died last year, and he was the love of my life. My other kitty, William, has been so helpful in my healing.
My precious dog, Angel was put to sleep on Monday. She was my wonderful companion after I lost my husband four years ago. I keep seeing dog hairs, and her bits and pieces all over my house, and long for her. I am so sorry for you all.
ThNk you with all i am for making this…ill return today to her favorite place in the whole world…my brothers house…it is there shes buried….i have her side kick still and your 11 ways are so good…hit hard..i know i can be better by the rest❤️🙏🏻
My cat dies in a couple hours. I’ll always miss her and I’m trying to spend time with her as much as possible. I’ll love and miss her so much I hope she thinks of me ❤️ and she was turning 10 next week.
My dog just passed yesterday, I hope you're doing well
@@Earthyemz Aw man so sorry to hear that, I’m hoping you’re doing better. All this feels like a terrible dream she isn’t deserve to die like that she was so kind.
@@xv9990 my life has been completely flipped I feel so lost, what do we do now? I wished they lived forever & we didn't have to say goodbye
@@Earthyemz Everything is gonna be alright the first weeks will be hard. I’ve had an animal die before, another cat, but eventually I healed and became happy and thot about the good times. I’m sitting down and th chair next to me was the one she would always sit in. But don’t think about it like that distract your mind and I promise you that you’re gonna be ok. I’m very sad aswell for you and me but we’re gonna be ok. Don’t be sad that they’re gone but be happy they lived with you. Be safe
@xv9990 I am sorry. My heart aches for you because I remember that time when I scheduled the euthanasia appointment. My heart was already broke before Hero passed. Please focus your energy on healing yourself. Your cat will only want to see your best self from heaven. Take care of yourself. Sending you a hug, much love and light right now. 🙏🙏🙏
Elaine, you are such a beautiful, enlightened soul. Among all the vids I have watched regarding mourning the loss of a fur kid, your vid by far is the most helpful and spot on. My Apple Blossom, tiger cat, went to heaven last Thursday morning. I have lost many loves in my life, but this one hit me the hardest. Apple was by far the sweetest, most tender hearted, loving being I have known in my 61 yrs on earth. All of your 11 healing items are imperative. For me, number 9, helping other fur kids to mourn and heal. Apple was 14 yrs old, had a heart episode at age 11, they gave her weeks to live, she fought and made 2.5 more yrs. Her bestie was the 2nd love of my life Betty Boop the tortie with tude. They were together since kittens and truly bonded as sisters. Betty is missing her big sissy so much, but with all the love, attention, and treats Betty needs, this Cat Dad will help her mourn and heal.
Beautiful soul! Bless you!!!🙏🌷❤
I lost my baby boy, Maxwell, 2 days ago. It was hard to eat, and to even shower after his passing. Max passed at 8 years old. I had him for almost 7 years. Grief about your pet (more like family) is very real. We have to love our animals with all of our hearts while they are still here and to not take their time for granted.
@sierrasmith550 I'm so sorry about your loss of Maxwell. I hope you are eating and taking care of your well being. Maxwell would be sad to see you like this. Focus all your energy on honoring Maxwell. IS there something you can do on his behalf? Please take care ok? Sending you hugs and much love and light.
@@elainelinle I am honoring Max by feeding the strays in my neighborhood. I have been taking one day at a time as the best I can. I did start journaling as you have mentioned and even wrote a poem for him. Thank you so so much for this video, grief and depression is real after a loss of a pet.
How do people get through the pain, suffering, torment, torture and anxiety? I wouldn't want to make the decision to put down an animal, i don't know how people cope. My Yorkie Benji was taken from me by a coyote. He had another 3-5 years of life maybe more. I thought I was going to take care of him forever and didn't think much about him dying. I knew his time was coming as he would be 12 yo in October. But it was him and I together as best friends. And a family connection with my recently passed mother who was his caretaker for most of his life. Can't believe he's gone and never coming back like he never existed. Now he's a fading memory of a beautiful friend of unconditional love.
I lost my dog last week. I never did anything more difficult than burying my dog. He was my whole family, he was everything I had. I know he would have given his life for me and I have not been able to protect him. I will never pardon myself for that. His medal will stay around my neck forever.
I did not think it was possible to suffer that much. I lost a part of me that night.
I love you Shadow I'm so sorry
I felt massive amounts of guilt over my beloved angel Trey. She (yes I gave her a boy name lol, long story) was 17, my first dog (not counting the dog I had at 10 years old) that I was the sole caretaker of other than 9 months w my family when I had to travel. And I couldn't bring myself to euthanize. She was eating well, sleeping, etc but had dementia. And possibly other issues but she was terrified of vets so I put her through as little tests as possible. I learned a lot from that experience. Guilt is common in grief but we did our best with the knowledge, energy, time etc that we had. I'm here if you need to talk. I'm going through it rn facing another loss soon w our current boy. Been very sad. Edit: a part of me died too with Trey. I lost my daughter.
@@TheYazmanian I'm sorry for what you have been through with Trey and what you are living now with your boy I know how hard it is.
I'm not sure where your guilt is coming from I mean she was 17 you did everything you could. Vets are like doctors, their job is not to heal you but to keep you sick so you come back. She lived her whole life with you, which was her purpose and probably made her very happy you don't have to feel guilty for not euthanizing her.
In my case it is 100% my fault. I did not always tie him when I sent him out for 5 minutes because he was never running away. But that night he went like 3 feets too far in the road just as a car passed by.
He was only 4 years and 10 months. Shadow was MY dog, he lived for me, he would have given his life for me and I would have done the same for him. He really was the perfect dog like we were made for each other I almost never had to say a word it is like he was reading my mind.
It has been almost 3 weeks and I'm still crying everyday and I still go talk to him where I buried him every day.
It really was a traumatic experience for me burying my beloved friend in the frozen soil at -20 celcius in a snow storm almost standing in the fire to thaw the ground enough to be able to dig. At least I have been able to bury him decently. After that night I will never be the same, now I'm ready for the apocalypse I know I can do anything. I could have buried anyone in the world and it would not have been that painful
I am working on a montage with photos and videos to honor him but its hard I cry so much but I have to get through this or I know I will never be able to move on.
I don't know if you will read all that and it does not really matter that much, it feels good to say it anyway. Thank you and if you want to talk I'm here too even if my english is not very good. I know that not many people understand the bound that can form between a human and a dog so it can be hard to get any real support
@@paulbienvenu5494 That must be incredibly hard but we all make mistakes and we never intended to hurt our dogs but we look back and wish we had done things differently. I felt like Trey had a bad death because I was too afraid to make a decision and even the vet said she was fine but her eye was really swollen and they insisted on giving her the annuals vaccine and 10 days later she passed. The natural dying process is quite scary and I wasn't prepared.
I hope we can forgive ourselves because we certainly don't fault each other. We did our best with what we knew and had at that time. But I agree with you that there is nothing quite as dark and horrifying as burying our beloved dogs. It was pure Hell for me and I actually have PTSD from it. It's been six years and I'm not over it.
Take all the time you need to grieve and reach out for help if you can and I look forward to seeing that montage. We have to honor them.
My cat just died and I’m so alone. He meant more to me than any human has.
I let my other pets see the body when I have an animal pass. They can understand death but if the deceased pet just disappear, they don’t understand and continue to look for their companion. It’s heartbreaking but that is what I’ve found helps my remaining animals. Just a thought. Everyone has their own ways of coping.
Thank you so much for those tips on coping with pet loss, I had to put my beautiful girl cat Kyuss down two days ago and I am completely heartbroken, I can't believe she is gone,her and my boy cat Zephyr are my world and it hurts so much that one of them isn't here anymore watching this definitely gave me some perspective on how to get through this, to anyone else who has lost a pet I wish you so much love and peace,pet loss is one of the hardest things in life that anyone can go through.
@chrisburgio6822 I am so very sorry you had to put your love to sleep. It's so painful, I know. But just know that they are in nirvana now, free from suffering on this earth. Zephyr is counting on you to take care of him. But you can only do that if you take care of yourself. Please take care of your heart. Again, I am so sorry. Sending you so much comfort and healing right now. 🙏✨