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Coping With the Loss of a Fur Baby: Pet Grieving Support Group - The Local Show
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 8 พ.ค. 2013
- Anyone who has experienced the death of a pet knows how heartbreaking that can be. But for some, the loss of a dog or a cat can be so emotionally wrenching it actually affects their physical and mental health.
The tale of a middle-aged woman so devastated by her dog's death that she had to be put on a life support system is just one extreme example. But pet owners who even months after a loss still have trouble eating and sleeping are common and in Kansas City mental health professionals say they are increasingly treating patients for chronic depression brought on by the death of a pet. At the Struan Center in south Kansas City psychologist Dr. Raphael Smith runs a regular pet grief group therapy session. KCPT and producer Justin Bond got a rare opportunity to take its cameras inside to witness a recent meeting.
I don't know why so many people find pet grief so surprising or strange - losing an animal companion is just as painful, sometimes more so, than the loss of a fellow human. We have a unique and strong bond with our pets, they are friends that are always there for us, always pleased to see us. For many they are a focus and sense of purpose, so when they're suddenly not there anymore, it is really hard.
Exactly. My family and I had to put our dog to our sleep 3 days ago and I have been so sad and depressed. I don't think I've cried this hard and many times in such a short amount of time in my life. It really hurts.
For real. I lost my sweet cat January 3rd and today is the 8th month of her passing....I still miss her so much:((((((
I can relate to the comments
I just had to let my cat go and I'm really sad she's not here anymore. I believe since God created them and before man I also belive He loves and cares for each one as He loves us so much and many don't know that I believe they go to heaven and that brings comfort.
My whisper was a gift from God and I thought we would always be together.
I'm still morning my 10 year old black lab, Lou who we had to put down a year and a half ago
Those who don't have a pet can't relate. It is terrible because our cats and dogs, or any pet, are more than pets, they are our companions and family. I am crying right now while watching this because I just woke up after having a dream about my Madison. I am 23 and I had her since I was 11. She was my best friend and my sunshine, and in February of this year, we had to put her to sleep. I miss her so much and I would give anything to hold and kiss her again.
It's hard when we lose our fur babies. They're family.
They mean rather more to me :)
your insane.
@@speedmanxx you're* a prick
Yes they are. My baby girl passed away 3 days ago.
I agree. It is very difficult.
I lost my cat last night. Didn't know it was going to hurt this much. I get a few minutes of reprieve between sobbing and falling to my knees. Sending my love to any of you that have loved and lost an animal. I've never met a more beautiful, intelligent, playful cat in my life. She was my moment of peace in each day. This pain is pretty spectacular.
I lost my 3years old tom who left me because of too much roundworm infested and even though he was the dumbest among all the cats I had still he was the most handsome and unique cat I ever had in my 3 years of journey with him since he was a tiny kitten because all of his siblings died within a month because of the same worm infection but he was the only one who survived thats why he was a special part in my life
@@voodoo3668 Worm infection? Why wasn't that noticed in their stools? They have lots of dewormer for that.
I’m terribly sorry for your loss. I lost my dog best friend in January. Part of me is missing. Love from England 💞
sorry for the loss of your cat ❤
I know this pain
a pet is like family and it's like losing a child
And that’s where ur wrong tell a mother that a pet dying is similar to a child dying
Exactly!
@@tryhardgamer3198 I never had a child before so I can't truly know but in my opinion there are many pet owners out there who treat their pets just like if they were their kids and the pain can be really similar to the one when a mother loses her kid.
@@Snoo29293 no its not ..what is wrong with you guys!?
@@lanis57 Nothing is wrong with us okay! So what if we treat our pets just like our child, of course when they're gone the pain would be similar with if we lose our human child. Coz at the end of the day, pets are our children too
I like what the lady said about how our pets see us in our most intimate moments, in the bathroom, naked, whatever. It’s true, they know us so deeply yet never judge us.
Losing a pet is similar to losing a child, in that it’s a loved one that you have unconditional love for. You don’t argue or fight with them, you worry about them and their well-being, you raise them and teach them things, and they have an innocence about them. It’s all very childlike. This is why losing them is SO devastating.
I am 81and alone. I had to have my cat euthanized today. He was my family for 10 years and we were inseparable. I'm feeling shock, guilt, intense sadness and pain, and cant deal with not seeing him again. I am grateful for videos like this.
A year later i’m still grieving the loss of my dachshund. Why? BECAUSE SHE IS MY DAUGHTER and my life is empty. Meaningless. She was my everything. They are FAMILY.
I lost my Crocker spaniel last year. It broke my heart to put him down💔 I spent the whole day crying my eyes out. I will never forget the day when I brought him. Once you buy or take a pet in they become part the family.
I am here because of loosing my dachshund too
😢😢 how r u now .
@@sugansugan56 I'm here because of my little dachshund as well. I lost him on February 14th. The past few weeks have been the worst time of my life. I hope everyone has found peace after their loss, however, I don't know how that could be possible. Sending so much love!
@LazyPlumbob I'm so sorry 😢, I'm sending you healing love and light
I had to put my baby down today and I feel so sick. My chest and stomach hurts so bad. I'm angry and devastated at the same time. I keep thinking he is going to come home any minute and that's when it hits me, he's truly gone. I watched him take his last breath and that's the only thing giving me some comfort. Knowing we stayed together until the bitter end. He didn't expire in the woods like a stray cat. My baby passed with his family around him. He was the most playful sweetest cat ever. I truly hate it ended this way. I will never replace him. No other cat will ever be like him. You will always be missed Teddy!!!
Oh my gosh I feel the same way about My Babyboy Sammie!!! He was the sweetest, kindest and most loving little kitten I’ve EVER known. EVER!! Truly One Of A Kind Angel!!!❤️💔♥️
@@megibg890 I feel so relateable . My kitty was so kind and comforting one day she vanished and never returned. I can't forget her , reading your comments I realise I am not alone.😔
@@aadyanayan2604 my cat died last month.. I keep on thinking about him.. I miss him so bad...
I feel the same way about my baby lucky. She passed away today. It hurts me so much and my heart breaks
My sashimi put the sleep last Sunday. I’m very heartbroken. I felt something missing when I woken up it’s empty. I’m missed him so much I wanted to hug
My dog of 9 years died today and I’m devastated. I don’t know how I’m going to recover from this...
Lost my dog nov 2022 I’m still grieving for him, I totally understand how you feel
How are you doing now, Benji?
How are you feeling all these years later ?
One day at a time.
One week at a time.
One month at a time.
Will eventually be able to remember without tears
Its hard.
Pray, Pray, more Prayer. God will see you through.
Hugs, Blessings
I just remind myself that they could have been in an awful home instead of mine and what a good life they had with me....
That is a lovely day of looking back and remembering the wonderful life you had with your animals and how blessed you were ❤
I lost my cat today. She's twelve years old. Olive the cat RIP. I made the painful decision to put her down so that she would not suffer. She saved me from committing suicide, I almost hang myself and she meow so loud and demand me to not do it. She spent time with me so that I would not do something stupid
She sounds like an angel. I hope you are doing well.
LuWee passed over on May 27, 2023. I will see him again at the gate! I am blessed to have had him in my life. The grief is beyond words.
Rest in peace my little Trudy. 2 days without you and i miss you like crazy. My sunshine and my shadow. Thank you for a wonderful 15 yrs and 6 months. Ill never forget you x
My sly died Friday, I feel your pain. I miss her so much. She was 20 years old. I don't know what to do anymore. She's all I had...
ThatsWhatSheSaid I feel for you immensely, just lost my baby of almost 17 years. I can't even sleep because she would always be there, her purrs lulling me to sleep. I hope everyone's coping. Its so hard without them.
I lost my dear Samson on Monday , he was my soulmate for 15years. I am absolutely numb with grief X he was a beautiful cat X
How will I stop crying. My Chihuahua of ten yrs. I had to euthanize her in my arms and it killed me. I'm slowly dying and it's been a full day and night now and I need her so bad. Mac I need u baby girl. I miss u so bad
I am so very sorry for your loss. :( If you believe in Jesus, that He died for your sins, and that He rose to Heaven, then you WILL be reunited with her someday!!! ❤ Just believe!!
I lost my beautiful baby almost 11 months ago. Vet thought she needed a bad tooth removed but it turned out to be a mouth tumour. No cure, no medication, the vet gave her a couple of days maybe a week. Letting her go broke my heart. She was my baby. I had her from 2 weeks old. Bottle fed her, etc. She was just over 12 years old. I think about her everyday. Cry most days. The pain is unbearable.
I miss her so much.
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I just found out my much-loved cat Kai has inoperable tumours and will need to be put to sleep this evening, I can’t even fathom waking up tomorrow and him not being here to greet me 😢😢😢
Really wish I could find a group like this. It’s been exactly 2 weeks since my beautiful boy died of heart failure & ppl just don’t get the level of grief. I can’t even talk to those ppl.
I wish I could find a group to 😔
@sillym3xican there should be groups online please look them up .... 😢so sorry
I totally understand my heart is broken 💔
My gerbil died in an accident I wasn't home for. And I'm so mad at myself because if I was home, I could've saved him. I could've avoided this outcome if I just stayed home. My gerbil escaped his cage and my cat killed him, I found him when I returned from Walmart on the kitchen floor. I thought it was a rat but I saw the white on his chin and it was him. Rest in peace Scooter. I am so hurt
Thank you for all the comments , reading them helped me . My adult kids and my partner do not understand why I’m still so heartbroken from losing my girl, Cupcake. She was always My EVERYTHING!!!!! She’s was a very loyal, loving , 13 yo beagle. It’s been a year since she went to Heaven ,,, I’ve be lost pets before but I have never had such a hard time as I’m having losing my soul dog 🐶… I long for the day to be reunited with her ,,, this is why we I must believe in heaven!!!
I’m so sorry for your loss. Please become a Christian and get saved as Jesus is the only way to salvation and heaven. He created everything and knows your pain. Ask Him for a sign.
Yup, that's me...trying to eat, waking up and going to bed are amongst some of the MOST excruciatingly painful tasks. When someone you love is sick, you try to prepare yourself for eventually losing them. What you cannot prepare yourself for is what your everyday life will be and feel like, once they're no longer around. This pain hurts worse than anyone or thing that I have ever lost...and all of them combined, together. 😭🐩💔
This is exactly right! And when you come home from somewhere and they are not there I am so gutted it hurts so bad. My heart actually hurts I am absolutely devastated. But please know that our pets are in heaven they are watching for us and waiting for us. In the name of Jesus Christ I pray that everybody who reads this is a born again Christian, a follower of Jesus Christ. I cannot wait to get to heaven and see Jesus Christ and to be reunited with my precious dog Harley. I promised him that I would be there to wait for me. Oh what a glorious day it will be, my last breath here will be my first breath in HEAVEN. Thank you Jesus!
true...i'm feeling this right now. Can't put it into words until I saw your comment, thanks.
The hardest moment for me was when I saw my dog’s body go limp after he got euthanized in my arms. I knew in that moment that I can’t reverse my decision, he was gone and my heart broke into pieces!! I don’t know if I can ever get over the experience of the day my dog passed away. I miss him so much and there is nothing I can do to bring him back, 😢.
I feel you so much my little timmie just turned 9 the week before he died, he also died in my arms that imagine is torcher every single day ,it's 6 wks since my baby left me an I feel I cant go on no more 💔
My baby cat died today I still see his tail under the table or the form of his sleeping body at the end of my bed even though he's not here. He was only 4 but got a blocked bladder unexpectedly it absolutely tears me apart. I will always think of him as my baby and his breed a Bombay will always be my favourite. I got such a short time with him but it was the closest I've ever been with any animal ever. I'm glad I have recordings of his purring because I'm not used to sleeping without being purred to sleep.
KaylaNoelle1 We lost our bombay cat Monday. She had cancer and was 14 years old. We were going to put her down but she died peacefully with all of us together at home. Bombay cats are so smart and so friendly. Everybody loved her. I'm sorry for your loss. God bless you and our fur babies may rest in peace. 🙏🏽💔😢
I am so sorry, I know your pain so very well, I lost my kitten Ruby after a horrible accident when I was 18. I sill love with it to this day but I’ve some what healed
Sorry for your loss take care
I'm sorry for your loss. We lost our orange and white boy at age 17 yesterday to lymphoma. There is a hole in my heart and hoping I see him again.
@@user-uf9xj3wg9h My poodle died of Lymphoma a few days ago. How do you go on without her being here? :(
Pets are the faithful, loyal, and loving best friend you will ever have . They make our lives better in so many ways, and when they pass away to heaven, the pain is the same as losing a family member
I lost my lovely cat today,me and my kids are devastated as we watched her take her last breath. Been with her for 9yrs. I don't know how we'll cope without her.
So sorry for your loss of a beautiful 🐱
I have only had one cat that died in front of me that was not euthanized. I still feel traumatized if think long enough about that night. So sorry you and your children had to witness that moment. ❤🩹
Hi there, so sorry for your loss. Your cat will always be with you and part of your family 💞💐
I lost my cat Mr. Wiggles 4 weeks ago. He was just 4 years old. I found him in my backyard. His leg was injured and the. Mom would not feed him. I brought him in and bottle fed him. He grew to be a handsome little guy. We adored each other. My 11 yo cat Harriet did not readily accept him, but over time they became friends. She got sick and passed away. He stayed close to her until she died. Afterwards, He became very clingy and I grew to love him beyond belief. What a sweet baby. He developed renal failure and stopped eating. He lost 50% of his body weight and didn’t eat a bite for 8 days.
It’s true non animal lovers can say cruel things. “ it’s just a cat, get another one “ , “I don’t like cats”. The Vet was very compassionate and has called me a couple times and sent me a beautiful sympathy card.
I had to put my cat to sleep this past mondaynite. I know she was suffering but i still didn't want to let her go. I'm really sad right now especially living by myself.
Today we had to say goodbye to our furrrever princess. We rescued her when I was 5 and 21 years later, it was her time to cross the bridge. She was our only childhood pet that lasted as long as she did, and she was there through everything. She watched my sisters and I grow up, and she was there at our best and our worse. She was more than a pet, she was our sister and a daughter to our family. She was our princess❤️ rest in heaven bellyboo🐱
My best friend and side kick of 10+ years died today. I don't remember a time in my life that she wasn't around, I got her when I was very young and I'm 16 now. I knew in my heart she had cancer but I thought at the least I'd have another month with her. Today I came home from school to find her passed away in my room, where she spent most of her time. I'm so heartbroken so lonely already. I always loved being home because I never felt alone with her. RIP Zoey the most beautiful dog in the entire world, no other could compare.
My dog was put down today. She had congestive heart failure and could barely breath anymore.
Rest now Bella. You’ll always hold a place in my heart.😭
Heck, I'm still grieving over the loss of my beloved dog that I had from my mid teens to early 20's. It's been over 20 years of grief for me! I usually just try to suppress it. My young adult daughter got a dog from the pound about a year ago. He recently suddenly started showing signs of terrible illness and was diagnosed with an advanced stage of lung cancer. Previous owners probably smoked. He deteriorated quickly in one weeks time and we had to put him down. I was very close to this dog (I lived with him for two months, and after that, took him on outings often). I was in the room this time. The whole family was. So now I'm dealing with that grief, the past grief, and trying to help my daughter though it too. WHY does it have to be so difficult !
If dogs got lung cancer from people smoking it wouldnt be rare for dog lung cancer smoke does rise afterall
I never got over the death of my dogs over the years, but the dog i lost 8 days ago, i will never get over her passing. She was so beautiful, not aggressive, and it's just so difficult. Every day, i cry so much! I need some counseling. Definitely!
As long as you believe that Jesus died for your sins, and you have lived a pretty decent life, you will be reunited with your dogs someday, eternally, when your time on earth is up. Just believe!
I hope you are in a better spot today.
@@mylovesongs2429 Amen! 🙏
Shannon MacLean I think you are destined to meet that dog and be there for it and it's last days I know it sounds silly but life is like that .I'm not a believer too much in the afterlife but I do believe in destiny. Sorry for your loss. I just recently lost my little puppy except he wasn't a puppy he was 13 but he'll always be a puppy to me.
My dog Baby passed away this morning September 7 2021. She passed of pancreatitis and old age. She was my best friends. My only friend at times. She was MY baby. My reason. My everything. She gave me the gift of Unconditional love, forgiveness and support. I love her and always will. She carved me into a new person.
I had to make the choice to put down my cat Eddie after 13 years, two days ago. I’m 33 years old and this is definitely the saddest point in my life so far. I cried like a little kid. It happened so fast. In a matter of two weeks he went from a happy elderly cat to being syringe fed, taking multiple medications just to get him by. The day before he got put down he looked at me a certain way that made me realize it was time. He was ready to go to the rainbow bridge. It’s getting easier but I’ll never forget him and the impact he had on our lives. A pets love is unconditional. Cherish it.
It's been a month to the day today that I had to have my dog euthanized. As I watch this and write this, I can't stop crying, been crying all day. I miss him so much my heart literally aches all the time. I live alone and he and my other dog have been everything to me. I miss his sounds, his playfulness, his silly ways, his loving nature, his knowing when I needed to just hold and hug him when I was down, sick or sad. And I watch my other dog be so sad, she does nothing all day now. The guilt of having to end his life even though I knew he was suffering is very strong. I loved him with all of my heart and soul, and the house just feels so empty without him. I'm doing everything I can to help my little girl dog and myself, but it's so painful. I just miss him terribly. He was the perfect dog in every way, kind temperament, playful, funny, totally house trained, great with my grandchildren, and just simply loving in every way. My heart is simply broken. Thank you for this video, it helps me to know I'm not the only one who loved my dog so much that losing him has changed my life. 😭
Hey I’m going through something similar lost my boy max just 2 days ago and I’m really going through it I have another girl dog and they were best friends did everything together and I’m hurting so much I’m just wondering does it get better because right now me and her are the saddest we’ve ever been and I’m trying to be strong for her but he was my best friend
@@lindabelcher3351 I'm so sorry for the loss of your boy Max. It does get better with time, but I still cry for him at some point each and every day. At first the pain seemed unbearable, I felt like my heart had been ripped out of me. The pain was VERY intense. I struggled to just get through the day doing everyday things. Everything around me made me think of him and then I'd cry. Sometimes I felt like if I couldn't see him or hold him again, I'd fall apart. But over time, it gets easier, but it does take time. I went with my feelings and cried when I needed to and that helped a lot. I'm slowly getting to the point that when I think of him I smile because of all the love and joy he brought me, sometimes those thoughts are followed by tears, but sometimes not. Just love your dog and give her lots of attention. She's hurting and knows you're hurting too. It took my dog four months to get over the loss of my little Capone, her best buddy. She'd just lay around, didn't want to play, didn't want to go in the yard except to do her business and that was it. Now she's coming back to life again. The love of a pet is as real and sometimes stronger than the love for a human because they are so selfless and give us unconditional love. Be kind to yourself, love your dog, it WILL get easier to deal with. Sending love and hugs ❤️💐❤️
@nigella4me thank you for your reply and your kind words they mean so much right now I’ve been thinking of getting another dog because seeing my girl alone makes it hurt so much more I know I need to give more time to grieve and process what happened first but thank you crazy how a stranger can be more compassionate and helpful then friends my girl is in heat for the first time at the moment so it’s also making me wonder if her acting different has something to do with that I’m very sorry for your loss but it brings me great joy hearing you say it gets easier and that your dog is coming back to life thank you ❤️
My other dog can't understand where 'Spanky' has gone, he keeps running out in my backyard looking for him. I had to euthanize Spanky due to complications for congestive heart failure. I keep asking myself 'Couldn't you have given him a few more days?', even though he was slipping rapidly at the end and didn't have quality time left. With long term heart problems they lose all their muscle mass and the ribs and spine stick out-they also accumulate fluid in the abdomen and eventually diuretics and heart medicine won't reduce it-they have distended bellies. I had to do it and I hate myself for it, we both miss him so much. That's my little boy in my pic, I had him for 9 years after I adopted him from a Rescue group. Wonderful years while they lasted!
My boy had heart disease. It took 14 months for his illness to take him. He. Was 11 and a half. It was the most worrying year of my life as his illness progressed but I spent every moment with him so I would never change a thing. I hand fed him, walked him often, slept next to him on my bed, worked from home and went to the vet to stay on top of his illness and I cried all the time waiting for the inevitable. He passed away last night with the help of a vet, his time had come. His heart could not go on even though he was the strongest dog I know. I love you my baby. You were the best thing that ever happened to me. So brave through adversity you taught me how to be a better person. Can you imagine that. I will cherish and adore you until the end of time ❤️
I lost my pet rabbit, he is in a better place right now. I loved him with all my heart 😞
This is the baby that never grows up and moves out. She was my baby, and I miss her so so much.
Thank you Ginger for a wonderful 18 years 3 1/2 months of unconditional love.
This group is brilliant, I wish we had one where I live, talking to other's who feel the same helps a lot ,God bless you all.
My fur baby passed away two days ago. I had him for 15 years. He was a warrior. He wasn't supposed to make it until 15 since he had heart problems. But he fought hard and helped me through my darkest moments. I miss my baby Coco.
It's been two days i lost my pet.. I can't get over this. I'm devastated
I'm sorry for your loss. I hope you are doing a little bit better today.
Im so sorry. I lost my boy last night. It hurts so badly
@@shadowspond3488I lost my boy yesterday and I think my grief might kill me
Lost my Geuseppi boy last Friday 😢 he was my everything!
My dogs haven’t even passed away, but I still feel like I’ll go crazy once I loose them.
Pixie make memorable moments everyday with them don't have one wasted day then when you look back you'll realize what a good parent you were.
Spend as much as possible take lot of pictures. I kept telling myself "you'll lose him of these days." When that day came I just shut cry eyes the day. No one never ready thanks to stupid I didn't get to say goodbye to him.
Helped my dog reach the rainbow bridge yesterday. Close to 16 years together. There’s this empty hole in me now. It’s like I lost my will to live. I miss you buddy.
Took my chihuahua to the vet just two days ago they say they were going to do surgery until she’s strong and she past away yesterday, I really miss her so much, 11 years with her is a blessin, fly high Autumn!
I just lost my little sunshine, J girl on the 21 June night. She was 10 years old. Cannot believe she is no more. She was always with me..she was my joy, my strength, and my child. losing her is heartbreaking. she died in my arms when she suffered a sudden heart-attack. it is still a shock. my eyes keep looking for her in every corner of the house and the garden...my ears are waiting to hear her voice, her footsteps... we used to spend our days, our nights, our mornings together...she was always by my side. her sudden death, made my entire world collapse. i was a very active person, but all of a sudden, I have become nothing. since Thursday night, I haven't done anything..i didn't eat properly. i cry always...think of her. i have no strength and mind's focus to do anything. i canceled all my meetings, classes, and work...it seems as if my world has come to an end.... i cannot imagine moving on without her...the past ten years was my best years of life, with such a wonderful friend all by my side. this program and reading the comments below, made me realise that I am not alone in this.... thank u so much
IAM OVERJOYED TO SEE SO MANY PEOPLE WHO DEEPLY LOVE AND UNDERSTAND OUR FURRY FRIENDS IAM SORRY FOR YOU ALL, PLEASE FIND LOVE AND PEACE❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I've had my baby for 10 years and she died on the way to the vet today. I love you, you sweet little thing. And I miss you already my baby. RIP ROXY!
I can relate. I found my baby unresponsive two weeks ago - she was crashing and I rushed to vet - she was literally dying in my arms - she was put down. I’m so devastated and distraught. Every day is a struggle - sometimes I feel this is not happening; it’s all a nightmare 😢😢😢
hi just wondering how you guys are doing
@@kanelahkastro2302 I'm sorry to hear that. My sympathies are with you. My 16 y/o yorkie was euthanized yesterday because I was afraid she would collapse & be unresponsive again. I have peace over my decision but it doesn't make it easy.
I lost my red golden Desmond. He was the love of my life and even after 6 months the grief is still huge. I’ve never been loved this way , and our connection was so deep that I’ll never feel the same joy again.😢❤❤
I miss my doggie so much. I didn’t know I could love a dog so much it was the most precious experience in my life.
I miss my too putting him down just broke my heart. The worst part everyone keeps saying I made the right choice his kidneys were failing him. But no one has never ask how much I'm hurting on the inside.
Today I lost the love of my life, my orange tabby soulmate Wendall. He had bile duct cancer that took his life at age 13. I'm not sure how to go on, it's excruciating. Losing a precious animal companion just rips your heart out like nothing else
I lost my cat to kidney failure after twelve years together. It was particularly hard because of the COVID restrictions, and the vets in our area would not allow us to be with her inside the building. There seems to be no closure because of the separation, but the staff there made her feel loved and as comfortable as possible. This is the first time in my life that I couldn't be there, and it's the thing that's really making me feel guilty and confused. The pandemic has hurt us all in so many ways, and this is one of them.
I lost my dog to kidney failure too after 12 years together also. I was never told he had diabetes nor was never tested. He was just suppose to go for a check up. They call saying his kidneys were failing. Thanks to stupid Covid I didn't get to say goodbye to him I blame myself for his death. I miss him so much😢
I lost my Baby boy Kobe a yorkie two days ago, and I have no idea how I can keep going. I burst out crying randomly , I’m so lost and hurt . Had him 11 years. My heart feels empty right now.
🫂 hoping your pain has lessened a bit by now.
❤️
It’s horrible losing a pet. We need to grieve for our furry family members. I’m mourning the loss of my fur baby last week. I loved her so much.
I believe All Pets go to Heaven God made pets for humans pets are always there!!!!
amen.
+mike y WERD!!!
Brent atwater can help comfort you in your time of loss
Preach
mike y god didn’t make animals for human’s sake
My heart goes out to you people. In the past 5 months I lost two beautiful calico cats from aggressive cancer. My cat Sally in July and My cat Minnie two days ago. I know that sick empty feeling and how it takes a long time to adjust. I have lost people in my life, but I have suffered more from the loss of my fur babies.
It's 7 years later but thank you for sharing. I've just lost my beautiful furbaby cat this week to cancer too, so sadly I can relate to what you wrote. I am absolutely devastated and finding it hard to look after myself. Knowing how much she loves me makes me keep going, when I was sad she would always sit next to me on the bed and her presence was so soothing. She wouldn't want me to be in distress and suffering now. How are you doing now?
I lost my Aspen today... my heart is broken.. He was the light of my life.
I called my boss to let her know i wasn’t coming in because i had to put my dog to sleep, and when i came back later that week (after her funeral/burial) she asked how are you feeling? In the elevator like a normal convo. No hug nothing. People are so stupid and cold. Felt like yelling “ i don’t know my f*cking daughter just died, what do you think?”
I am in deep grief over the death of my dog Bogie. It helps to know I am not alone, that my feelings are not unique.
I just lost my beloved cat, Pumpkin, who was like a daughter to me on Thursday (9/11 of all days). The emotional toll is still fresh and heavy for me and my family. I miss her so much it hurts. She was so loving and we loved her. It's so odd not having her lay on my lap. I know she's happy and in a better place now. Still, her passing left a huge void in our hearts.
RIP Pumpkin. Daddy will always love you.
I lost my Cat Rebel who was a little over 18 years old yesterday and I have hardly stopped crying. He was a little special pet in my life that I will never forget. I had been his nurse, caretaker and comforter and even though deep down I knew he was going to die I still had hope to the end. I did everything I possibly could to save his precious little life but that was not meant to be. He will always be a special part of me.
He died in his home surrounded by everything familiar. The day before I had prayed in the name of Jesus that if he was not going to get better, God should take him. Rebel died yesterday morning. I know I will meet up with Him someday in Heaven but it still does not help at this point with my great loss. He totally trusted me as he was born in my apartment and I was like a second mother. But in this case I could not save him. I did everything to make him as comfortable as possible.
Elaine C
I am sorry about your loss :( you have done your best. you have given him a good life, love and care. It is just his time to go to heaven. We will meet them again at rainbow bridge. hugs ~
@@cliotise i wish I could be brave as you, how you cope up with trauma, pain and anxiety. My cat died last sunday, Jan. 31, 2022. He was only 3 years old and 3 months, I wish we live more but it happend he got sick and die young. I love him so much. I keep blaming myself, bringing him to the vet that he never had. Because he never get sick since birth, just a simple cough and sneezing. I missed him so much, everyday bonding with him, he’s sweetness and cuteness. I wish you could visit their channel under this name, if you wanna meet them. Plan to make a video of thanking him soon. Hugs to all who’s suffering and in pain lost of pets...
Children are meant to grow up and leave their parents. And sometimes kids can grow up and be real brats. But pets become increasingly devoted over the years, and more selfless in their love, sacrifice and generosity to their humans. So yes, animals don't have the same value as humans. But they should.
I've been talking about how my old orange tomcat is so loving, that cousin Larry and aunt Joyce both adopted cats.
Thanks. Yesterday I said goodbye to my sweetest, sweetest Saint Bernard, Holly. She was 130 pounds of pure love. Having a very hard time. 🐶🌈🐾🐾💔✨🌈
I know how you felt I just lost mine I know you never get over it but I hope you have a little peace now that it's been a little time having passed.
I'm 30 and am just now truly understanding the devastation of loosing a pet. Such a hard thing.
I wish we had a group to talk about this
Just lost my best bud, I'd love to have a group like this to discuss how I'm feeling. But with COVID I doubt they're meeting, even if you find one in your area.
I just lost my cat, Taylor. When she came into our lives I wasn’t much of a cat lover, but she made me into one. It hurts so bad losing her. I know it sounds crazy but I feel like I lost a (human) best friend.
Exactly the same situation here. I lost my cat and on the second day found her body moulded by stray dogs….her body covered by mud. Its been five days now and I am struggling so much coping with her physical absence. The feeling of guilt, regret and thought of how she was killed is tearing me apart. She was only a year and four months old. 💔😭
@@truthwisdom1824 Maybe EMDR could help you lessen those horrible memories. I ache for you. I can't imagine that pain but I know how to lessen it with therapy.
My sweet kitty was attacked and killed by a dog two days ago. I saw it happening and screamed at the dog and rushed it, and it slung my cat so violently against a pillar on my front porch I think I heard bones snap. The dog did run off, but the damage was done, and my sweet little girl died after about five minutes. I am beyond devastated. She was the most loving, unique little soul, bubbling with personality, stolen from her and from me by that dog. People, please do not let your dogs roam free. They may be sweet to you, but you have no way of knowing what they may do when you are not present. That dog’s owners would probably be shocked to know what it did.
The love of my life passed away the 29th of April 2020. He was a smart, bossy ♥, lovely little maltese. He knew when I was feeling sad, he knew when I needed emotional support and we understood each other just looking at each others faces. I miss him so much and I feel guilty. Even if he was sick taking the decision of making him sleep demolished me. In that moment I hugged him, rubbed my face on his head, told him that I loved him and that he was my baby. I just wanted to protect him. I would have given my life to save him. I'll always love him and I'd like to tell him that I'm sorry. I'm sorry for not being able to save you. I tried... We tried all the possible ways. You will always be in my heart, mind and soul. I miss you so much.
Beautiful, very moving words.
I lost my cat to cancer and my dad to cancer also and words can’t explain how painful it feels. 😭
RIP Rosey. :( I'll always love you.
My furbaby got out of the house and was run over and died yesterday and I want to die right now. My heart is shattered in a kazillion pieces 💔 😪
Amanda Miller I'm so sorry. I recently lost my little chihuahua. My initial reaction was similar to yours so I feel for you
I just lost my baby angel two days ago. The pain is unbearable.
I lost my pet Doberman 17 years ago. I had her from nearly a newborn puppy. Even today I still feel the loss.
Jason987262 I had a Doberman she was a lovely gentle dog when she died I was heartbroken now my dachshund has died so I’ve lost two in 3 years I know how you feel
Losing a pet is so painful. Last year, I lost my 3 senior rescue dogs. I will not remember 2020 for covid19, lockdown, remote working, but for that endless and deep pain! RIP, Argo, Gigi, Zoe
sorry for your losses 💔
I lost my 3 years old bunny two days ago and i just can't stop missing him! RIP my baby 💔🐇
I've been able to temporarily put aside my grief and grieve for these people just for watching this. Listening to others losses seems to be therapeutic
This is long... so you don't have to bother reading it, I just want to share it with someone.. I just want someone to talk to...
Just over a week ago, we found this small wild kitten at our house with nowhere to go. We brought it in, keeping it in a cage at first, careful not to overwhelm it... We eventually let it out of the cage 2 days later, but kept it in our main room, closing the doors. We booked in a vet appointment for the Thursday coming, since that was the earliest they could do it. It was Monday at the time. We fed it well, but it was still so skinny... Every time you pet it, you could feel the spine and ribs. We kept feeding it, not too much, but enough, and it was so happy... It loved being picked up and it'd rest it's head under your chin, and cuddle close to you. It was finally happy, and had a family again, as we assumed it was dumped by somebody. Then, on the Thursday morning of the vet appointment, my parents woke up (I'm only 12, if you're wondering), and there it was, in it's cage in our living room, dead. I was still asleep at the time, and it was fine when my brother got up at 1AM, but it went to the bathroom in the cage, and it was dead. It was the day of the appointment, we were going to get it checked for problems and fixed, find out it's gender, and find a name all that day... but we never could. We don't even have it's name, or gender, and we'll never know. It's buried outside our house now... It's only been 3 days since it died, and I can't stop crying. I didn't even know it for long, but it instantly became part of the family.. and I miss it.. It hurts... And I don't know how to make myself feel better... If we had've booked the vet sooner, it would still be with us... But we didn't...
R.I.P Ginger Kitten
16/03/18 - 22/03/18
I miss you, you little fluffball of happiness
my parrot just died. idk how to cope with it and i’m heartbroken.
My girlfriend and I lost one of our little pup boys 3 days ago suddenly and violently. He escaped the fence and ran in the road and was hit. He was only a year and a half and we didn't have enough time with him and the guilt is excruciating.
Our other pup is the same age and they were always together. Best friends. He is grieving hard from the loss as we are.
I believe we all feel like our hearts have been ripped out.
RIP Dougie Whippet
Lost my buddy yesterday didn't realize how hard this was going to be been together 11yrs strong through good and bad times and just feel empty without her just writing this has me tearing up
I'm thinking of you friend. We're all in this heartbreak together
Its very hard I just lost my younger cat, I cant sleep or eat, all I do is crying, I really wish here in Brazil they would have a terapy like that so I could go to, my heart hurts so much
IAM SO SORRY,PLEASE ASK GOD TO HELP YOU ONLY HE CAN RELIEVE YOUR SORROW FIND SOME ACTIVITY THAT WILL HELP YOU FEEL BETTER, NEVER FORGET YOUR FUR BABY ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
CHIP 2009-2015
As I sniffle and tear, my heart is broken. Grief is my reward for such a close and special relationship. Family tells me he was just a feral cat and I should not dwell on the loss, and I agree. But with my feelings now, comfort of any kind is fleeting. My hours of thought constantly interrupted by his conspicuous absence.
He came to us born of a stray mother who chose our backyard as her birthing venue. We acquainted ourselves to the litter for domestication reasons and in time found homes for all but him. Joining our then family of house pets (cats), his was a slow road to fully trust us. He was allowed to stay with his mother in the area as we fed and took a simple interest in there health. Over time we became closer, and closer. By the time he was 2 or so I decided to get even closer. He reciprocated, and our bond of friendship and his trust in me grew. It took time and some effort but, having had many great cats as pets, I was aware of the closeness we shared as special. He learned to ask for a belly massage (Chin to nethers, every inch), sometimes insisting. Any time he was upset, lonely, or just bored, I was there for him (I'm retired). A six year old tomcat who looks you in the eye and purrs and hyper-breathes while casually closing them. Well you are his person, his pet, and he loves and trusts you. There were many (special) things that made him a little different, you know quirks. Too many to list here. He passed three days ago after suffering the dreaded urinary blockage. I could not afford the cost of the procedures required to save his life, and this has muddied my post death feelings with guilt. (What price would I pay to have him alive and well beside me? What is the price, to have the pain removed from my heart. Cash in my hand does not even begin to take his place! ) But that chance has faded, forever, and I must learn to live with loss. Oh, how I feel the loss! My tears come and go, but he does not return. Hopefully, time will help stop the tears caused by saying his name aloud, CHIPPER ! . . . . no answers but from my memory.
I lost my baby Ouro 3 days ago. I have lost cats in the past whom I loved, but I have never been as affected as with my Ouro. They all hurt. But in the past I had other types of support. Now in my life I just had Ouro. Now she's gone and everything feels so empty and incomplete. I know that nothing will help me. I failed her, she tried to tell me that she didn't feel good, and I should have taken the time to understand. I will never procrastinate again with anything or anyone that I care about. I dont want to live without my girl
It’s the hardest when you have to put them down despite knows it’s the best choice but not one you want to live with
Thank God that all these people are blessed to appreciate the Love that animals give.
My little dog Zeusy got me through two heart procedures and the pandemic. She was constantly by my side and was a great companion during those lonely times at home. On the night before I was to return to work she passed away. I'm so thankful I had her for the past seven years. RIP, Zeusy-Girl. 09-23-2021.
I wish I could join this group. Everything they're saying and feeling and describing is exactly what I am going through right now. It hurts so much having just lost my adorable cat. She was my companion, my best friend, my child, and meant everything to me. She got me through all the hard days and tough times and gave me so much love and comfort. I held her in my arms while she took her last breaths only a few days ago and it broke my heart to pieces. I miss her so much and I'm back to feeling so alone and depressed. She took away a lot of my stress, depression, sadness, and thoughts of being alone. Now she's gone and I'm left grieving sad and hurting. I work longer hours, I work weekends, I don't go right home after work, all because it's hard to be there without her and our companionship and daily routines. I can't get rid of any of her things. I leave them right where they were. If I even look at her brush I will start to tear up and we'll up in my eyes. It really hurts and I'm thankful for our time together and the love we both gave to each other. I am glad that I found this video of this group of people to help cope with what I'm going through. Not everybody will understand unless you have lost a pet you loved. Pet grief from loss is so real. I didn't know exactly how much it would effect me, but I sure found out when she suddenly passed away unexpectedly. I hope she felt my love and comfort being held by me like she always was while she took those last breaths. I love her so much. I miss her so much 😭🥺
I lost my baby who was 18 3 weeks ago and the heart break I and my husband are feeling is unbearable. It just hurts so much.
+MOONSTAR 313 Hey my friend. EIGHTEEN !?! REALLY??? I envy yawl. That is so awesome! I bet you have discs of pics and reels of video. 18 years is a blessing but it doesn't make it any easier. Yawls baby lived 18 for you for sure. REJOICE! Bless you.
FUGYOO Thanks hun :)
MOONSTAR 313
Thank you MoonStar. My 15 year old Staffordshire crossed over December 25, 2015 @ 5;35 am while I was giving her stocking full of chewies. Hit me like a freight train but I was cognizant of the fact it might be soon. She's in a new body in a better place having a blast waiting for me. Have a blessed and prosperous new year MoonStar
FUGYOO Awww. It's been 9 months now and whilst I miss him so much, I can now smile when I think of him, so it does get better xxx All the best to you and I am so sorry for your loss *hugs*
+MOONSTAR 313 So true. It has been nearly 5 months since we lost our gorgeous Georgie, the hurt has subsided. We talk about her everyday. She brought great love & joy to our lives.
I lost my husky Maxy to cancer back in August unexpectedly. He had to be euthanised and i had the best 6 years with him. He was my best furry friend and baby brother. I felt he was the husky version of me. Now he passed, i feel a part of me has also died. the house is full of his memories and i miss his silly, adorable, quirky, loving personality. He was a beauitful dog inside and out. I know he's now in peace.
just buried my border collie in the woods he loved to run around in,3 days ago I woke up and he was outside the bedroom gasping for breath,i managed to get him outside for a walk,he did his ones and twos ,but with great effort,then he just stood there for a few minutes,finally got him to the vets,they kept him in for about 7 hours ,on my way to pick him up ,I got a phone call ,that his condition had deteriorated so much ,he was put to sleep,this as been the hardest 3 days I've ever had,tonight i went on his walk ,just to ......,I'm not sure,for a walk ,the routine ,I have done this for the last 11 years ,god I miss him so much,f or me the best solution is to get another rescue dog ,like CHIPS,humans at the end of the day are selfish,but also most of us have a lot of love to give and vice versa !!
Are you better? I ask because I just loss my dog
Yes, I strongly believe that would be a great decision in reference to adopting another rescue. It would only benefit YOU AND THE ANGEL YOU SAVE. Rest in Peace Sweet Puppy!! 🐶
I had to put my sweet eva down 9/22/2020. I was there till the very end I never knew how lonely I was going to be without my dog. She grew with me through my 20s. I had her for 12 years I always knew the time would come for us to part. I just didn't think it would hurt this bad honestly. I still cry 😢 I'm crying as I type this. I wish you all comfort and the best. She is and will always be my bestest friend.
I lost my 20 year old cat 2 days ago. I don't know how I can make it through the next hour, much less the next week. I'm 70 and have a chronic pain condition. I welcome the pain from it because it's much easier to handle than the pain of the loss of my cat. He was with me longer than my children, longer than my parents. I just sit and take the hours 10 min at a time, hoping I can make it through the 10 min. I sit in one place because if I walk around the house, I'll encounter something of his and I'll start wailing. The only thing that is saving me is that I have an electronic picture frame and I see pics of my grandchildren. But a pic of my kitty comes up and I'm off on another round of hysterical crying. Only the thoughts of my grandchildren keeps me going.
I'm so thankful for my neighbor who has lost not only multiple pets, but who lost her husband and baby in an accident has been taking me for walks with her dogs, who are so sweet to me. Without her, I'd be in a deep dark place now.
I'm so incredibly sorry for your loss. 20 years is such an amazing age! I'm sure you gave your cat the best life! Sending love!
82 hours now without my Buddy. I’m devastated. This video helped.
Cosmic Goddess the first 72 hours work excruciating it's been almost a week. I wanted to die for the first 24 hours
My dog was 17 years old. Picked him up when He was 9 weeks old. He passed Jan 10th, 2018. My pain is so overwhelming. The farther away from Jan the harder it is to deal with. I MISS HIM SO BADLEY!! He was with our adult daughters when they were in elementary school. Our three granddaughters knew him. My pain is so deep. I here love songs on the radio and I cry.
Cassandra Gatica I'm so sorry Cassandra . I'm going through the same. My baby collapsed and died on Sunday. I'm gutted and lost . You are not alone . X
I wanted to spend the rest of my life with you; but instead I am deeply honored knowing you spent the rest of your life with me.” -Camille Marcotte
This has been very helpful. I recently lost my best friend and companion, Spike the pug. I miss him dearly. I know he is in heaven and at peace. I love you Spikey. I know I'll see you again my friend. Love daddy.
My 18 year old cat passed away two nights ago. I feel hollow inside because she's just always been there since i was a baby and I feel i have taken her for granted in recent times. Cherish your animals, people.
I lost my African Gray Wednesday night and my Indian Ringneck Thursday night. They were also my therapy support birds. Nice to know others understand.
It’s just heartbreaking dogs come into your life when there gone it rips your heart out, dogs worry more about you than themselves.
Just lost my little Silky to Kidney failure.
Had to put her to sleep yesterday. She would have been 17 on January 1st.
I miss her so much, I know I did the right thing.
this is true it sucks so bad lost my bully with no warning and the guilt and everything else is beyond wrecking me its only been a week
Dose it get any easier to deal with? I'm im struggling like you were I'm lost without my boy
north sea low tide Has it gotten easier for you? I just had to put my Pitbull Jasper to sleep. Something in his spine basically snapped and he went almost completely paralyzed in his back end and legs. He was 15 years old. I could of kept him alive and on meds but there was a slim to no chance he would ever recover or walk again. My husband and I made the tough decision to put him to sleep. I haven’t stopped crying since. My whole body and head aches. I don’t know what to do with myself. He was perfectly healthy if that just didn’t happen! That’s what haunts me. He was still wagging his tail and putting his ears up when we were at the vets. But what life would it be if he couldn’t walk and was in constant pain 😔
lost my 4 month kitty a week ago she was hit by a car I cried and cried I'm still raw and the void she has left has been immense
My cat passed yesterday, we had her for 5 years and obviously the grief is killing me. It's eating me up from the inside out, and I'm thinking about adopting another cat, because I think that it'll help me carry on, and also because those pets deserve a good quality life.
I'm so afraid of getting another pet. I'm just barely surviving this pain of loss and regret and what I could have done differently. I hope you are alright now.
This just happened to me with my dog of 14 years. Now the house is still and silent and I am alone with his memories. Very hard. I am in the process of getting another dog immediately. Having a companion for 14 years while being alone hard to leave. The best I could say is that he knew I loved him and that I couldn't stand to see him in pain and distress anymore. I am glad that I got a chance to say goodbye to him. Incredible dog. Now for my new one(s). You all have my sympathies. I know what you are going through but consider getting another pet and giving it the same love. They will love you back.
+tallladyjay I have held off on getting another puppy. I am not getting another one until I make sure that I have a couple of thousand for emergency medical treatment. These animals are a lot more sensitive to whats going on then we think. Mine new he was going. He was faithful right up to the last minute for me. Give yourself some time to get over this. It takes time. All they want is our love and a want to feel needed. They are better than a lot of humans in that regard. I will be getting another one eventually but the time has to be right. You have my deep sympathies. I know exactly what you are feeling.
3 weeks ago I had to eurharize my poochie Domino , he was 16.5 years young, and we were glued together..... I think him more than I. I have his urn sitting amongst my plants, but I am scared not being able to control my emotions due to his loss. I've been crying more and more and just cant get over my loss
Every thing reminds me of my pooch, I k ow It will get easier eventually, but right now I I feel so empty and miserable, nothing I try to do brings me joy. If there was a way I would not hesitate to join my beloved boy......
@@estarsarioglu3258 I hope you are okay xx
I just lost my baby a few days ago and I have been crying for days! I have been ill myself from grief. And yes, my house is empty and silent and my mom and I are alone with her memories.
@@suzettekirby2455 I'm so sorry for your loss..I'm going thru that now...how are u managing ?..I don't feel like doing anything😪
I lost my 5 year old Lhasa Apso a week ago to mushroom poisoning. It all happened so fast.These past days have been the worst of my life. I don’t know how to deal with this. I considered him my baby boy. My sheets still smell like him. I can’t stop breaking down and wishing he was here. This is really really hard and painful. I feel like part of me died. I will always love him so much. Thank you for the best 5 years of my life ❤️❤️