My sweet little sheltie died in my arms today...

[SayitAintSo]

Her name was Deva. She was 16 years old. She died of heart failure. She was the sweetest little dog I've ever had. Someone once said our pets are just little tragedies waiting to happen. That was mine today...

[gWbush is Mabus]

1. I am so sorry for your loss.

[Tripper11]

2. So sorry for you.....

:grouphug:

[molly]

3. I'm so sorry

you will see her again some day. :grouphug:

[SayitAintSo]

6. Thanks - I believe that too ...

[izzie]

4. I am so sorry. I had a dog for 16 years and know how you feel.

He also died in my arms like a good dog he had always been.

[SayitAintSo]

15. They are like family members ...

[myrna minx]

5. I am so sorry for your loss.

:hug: Do you have a favorite memory of her?

[SayitAintSo]

13. Oh... many .....

She loved to chase a ball, play with toys. My favorite is the way she looked at me, like she knew my heart, could read my mind. She was a very old soul - a great comfort. I will miss her.

[Robb]

7. So sorry, SayitAintSo...

...Dogs we love are proof we're good people. :hug:

[livetohike]

8. I'm so sorry SayitAintSo

"Blessed is the person who has earned the love of an old dog."
- Sydney Jeanne Seward

I hope the good memories you have of Deva will lighten the pain you are feeling right now.

[carolinayellowdog]

9. They are so adorable and sweet

my condolences

[proud patriot]

10. Sorry for your loss

:-(

[LDS Jock]

11. I'm so sorry

I lost my 15 year old dachshund a couple years back. His name was Dudley. How I loved that dog!!

Group hug everyone :grouphug:

[Blue-Jay]

12. Sorry to hear that.

After only four months, I can safely say that I'll be completely heartbroken when little Ash decides to check into his litterbox in the sky. If it's any consolation, I'm sure Deva passed as a happy dog knowing that you loved her.

[MuseRider]

14. Oh no!

I am so sorry. I am glad you were able to be there with her though, can you imagine how much comfort that was for her? I will think of you and Deva today and send good thoughts. It is so hard, hang in there, again I am so sorry.

[Maat]

18. So sorry.

Her energy will form a protective shield around you from now on ... when you are ready, adopt another little soul. Her energy will be there too!

[SayitAintSo]

23. Thanks ... I believe that ... and yes I plan to...

This is the 2nd Sheltie I've lost ... I have another Sheltie that's sitting with me now - Miss Maggie.... and I really need to find another companion for her, in due time. She's so sad. We both are.

[Lorien]

82. So sorry, I know how hard it is

I lost my favorite kitty Peewee last year due to heart failure. He was 15 years old. I think I cried on and off for three weeks, I missed him so much. My remaining cat, Miro, also wandered around the house wailing, and wouldn't eat. I got not one but two kittens in the following months, and our home is much happier now (Miro loves his new friends!) I still miss my Wee, but I feel fortuate to have had such a loving and devoted "fur kid" in my life. I'm certain that your sheltie felt the same way about you. You are obviously a loving and devoted "fur parent".

:hug:

[mmm]

16. shelties are very good indeed

When my sister is out of town she leaves her sheltie with me.
Once in a while he herds my cats, and they seem to get a big kick out of it.
At night, they all sleep with me.
The loss of a 'pet' is the loss of a trusted friend.

[Robbien]

17. She has a piece of your heart

and her love lives on through you.

I am so sorry for your heartache.

[ewagner]

19. I am so sorry to hear that

We lost our Border Collie Misty three weeks ago yesterday. The pain is still overbearing.

My heart goes out to you :hug:

The Life of a dog is entirely too short, their only fault, really.

:cry:

[SayitAintSo]

20. Thanks All ... For all your kind words and thoughts.....

It really helps ...

[roguevalley]

21. I will think of both of you today. You were with her when she went to God

and there could be no better place for her in her heart
than to be with you at that moment. I am so very, very
sorry, honey. Hugs to you.

[SayitAintSo]

26. Thanks so much

[Padraig18]

22. I'm sorry. You'll meet again, though...

Rainbow Bridge

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....

Author unknown...

May she rest in peace. :hug:

[SayitAintSo]

30. Oh that was so nice ... Thanks ...

I've never read that before. Thanks so much.

[Padraig18]

34. You're welcome, love.

I believe it, or something like it. :hug:

[SW FL Dem]

53. Rainbow Bridge gets me everytime

My vet sent me a lovely framed copy of the poem when I lost my Maggie.

[GoddessOfGuinness]

24. She was a lucky doggie

to have someone like you to make her life wonderful.
I'm so sorry for your loss. :hug:

[ronnykmarshall]

25. Say it ain't so, Sayitaintso!

:grouphug::cry:

So hard to say good by to our little ones.

[Nikia]

27. I am sorry for your loss

I know how attatched we can become to our pets. It does seem unfair that they don't live longer.

[Mikimouse]

28. I am very sorry about your loss...

but I also believe that our fur children never really leave us. They are always there, we just can't see them.

[SayitAintSo]

33. I think you are right ...

We do feel their love and presence.

Thanks

[Mr_Lefty]

29. I'm sorry for your loss

I have a Sheltie, his name is Chuck- he's 9 years old. He's starting to show his age now and I dread going through what you did today. I'm glad you were able to hold her at the end. Seems every time I go to the vet there's sombody having there dog put down- it's terrible to watch. Chuck is always so scared at the vet that I really hope his last is at home.

[SayitAintSo]

35. Another sheltie lover ! Aren't they wonderful little fur kids ?

I was just grateful she didn't suffer too much and she passed before I had to put her down. She actually died while I was carrying her in the door to the vet. She spared me the rest ... God bless her ...

[Devil Dog Dem]

31. My heart goes out to you.

We just lost our cat of 14 years. It is very difficult to lose a long time pet.

[finecraft]

32. I'll have my best friend meet yours at the Rainbow Bridge

I lost my lab JJ about a month ago. He loved other animals, so I'm sure he would be happy to make friends with Deva. I'm so sorry for you....I know you must miss her terribly.

[SayitAintSo]

36. Thanks ... That's a deal....

[Dudley_DUright]

37. I lost my very first dog,

a Sheltie named Sparky, about 4 years ago. Although we have another Sheltie now, I still miss Sparky and think about him often. My sincere condolences for the loss of Deva.

[SayitAintSo]

39. Thanks so much ... another sheltie lover ...

[JohnLocke]

38. My condolences, SIAS.

:hug:

[DeposeTheBoyKing]

40. so sorry

for your loss. I like that saying, but I'd rather not dwell on looking at them and wondering when they'll leave us. I'd prefer to enjoy every day with them and realize how lucky I am to have them in my life.

My condolences to you. Give Miss Maggie lots of extra love - I'm sure she'll return it a hundredfold.

[SayitAintSo]

41. Thanks ...

I agree with you ....Miss Maggie is sitting here with me right now...

[DeposeTheBoyKing]

46. My Fergie died last August

I still grieve every day for him. He was the best cat ever, and I had him for 17 years (he was 19 when he died).

I have a sterling silver sitting cat necklace my husband gave me years ago. I've been wearing it every day and try to control my sadness over Ferg by touching the necklace and remembering some sweet memory of Ferg. Sounds stupid, but it does seem to help.

[yellowdawgdem]

42. I'm sorry for your loss

but glad you could be there till the last minute. Hope things aren't too bad with missing Deva for awhile.

[mvd]

43. Very sorry

It's extremely difficult to lose pets. It is too bad that all great things must come to an end. :-(

[DemExpat]

44. So very sorry for your painful loss......

I still can't believe my 14 year old Jack Russell Mikey has been dead now 6 weeks.......

I cried for weeks, now I just think about him a a lot with sadness, loneliness and years of wonderful memories.

All the best,

Barb

:hug: :hug: :hug:

[SayitAintSo]

45. Thanks...

So sorry for your loss too. It's so hard when we lose our 'fur kids'. They are just like family members.

[thebeaglehaslanded]

47. That blessed little Deva has warmed your heart so many time

that you will have memories for the rest of your life that will always bring a smile and a happy feeling. Let the sadness pass, but never, never let go of the fond memories. Peace in your heart from me and the beags.

[RebelOne]

48. I'm certain that she was happy in the years she was with you.

I'm am so sorry for your loss. I feel your pain. It's like losing a child. If it is any consolation, 16 years is a long life for a dog. So in human years, she was over 100. We humans should live that long.

I lost a Rottweiler in 1999. She was almost 12 years old and my heart was broken. I have another Rottie who is 6-1/2 and I hope to keep her around for another 6 years.

I hope that if you get another doggie, you will consider a dog from an animal shelter because you will be saving that dog's life.

[LeftCoast]

49. Really sorry to hear of your loss

:hug:

I'm sure she was comforted in having you there during her passing.

[Bat Boy]

50. I understand entirely.

Yesterday I took our sick cat, Spartacus, to the vet. We were given several options. Thousands of dollars worth of surgery, some slightly less expensive procedures that may or may not help, or euthanasia.

I brought him home while we tried to decide what to do but, ever the smart and dignified cat, he has taken the decision out of our hands. He has stopped eating and gone into a quiet place in the closet. We're just trying to make him as comfortable as possible and waiting.

Sue got Spartacus the first year we were dating, and he's been with us ever since. She can't stop crying. Neither can I.

It's a small price to pay for their lifetime of love. Our grief won't last nearly as long as our joy has. Neither will yours.

[SayitAintSo]

57. I'm so sorry...

It's amazing how our pets handle us during these times. Thank you for sharing.

[SW FL Dem]

51. I am so sorry,

I lost my Maggie to heart failure in 1999. It is always painful to lose a beloved member of your family

[blondeatlast]

52. I'm so sorry. Blessings to Deva and to you.

[Cuban_Liberal]

54. I'm so sorry.

:hug:

[NMDemDist2]

55. Oh I'm so sorry!

My sheltie decided to take a leap out of the back window of my SUV tonite as I got in the garage. I was terrifed, but she didn't seem hurt. She will be a hard one to say goodbye to, she is so loyal and sweet and willing to please.

My deepest condolences, I had to put a beloved pet to sleep last year and it was devastating. Deva is waiting for you in a beautiful garden meadow with other pets until their "people" can join them again. <weeping now>

[SayitAintSo]

60. Another Sheltie lover ... Thanks so much ...

They are the sweetest little animals. My little Miss Maggie keeps going to Deva's favorite spots and laying there - I think she is looking for her ... it's so sad.

[LisaM]

56. Oh, gosh, it's so tough

Zelda and Gordie (my dogs) and I will think of you tonight. My eyes are watering.

[ScreamingMeemie]

58. Our Sheltie Jessie send puppy hugs and kisses to you...I am teary

eyed hearing of your loss. This breed is such a soulful, loving and selfless animal...it just leaves a huge loss when they go. I am so truly sorry. Take gentle care..

:hug: :cry: Laura

[SayitAintSo]

62. So true ... Thanks so much

[m-jean03]

59. My condolences to you too

I love my dog like crazy, it is so sad when we lose these perfect friends.

:hug:

[agates]

61. I'm sorry

I'm sorry for your loss. hugs to you

[UrbScotty]

63. Aww, too bad. Here are my condolences.

My dog died in June.

Whoever said that about 'tragedies waiting to happen' was wrong, though.

[SayitAintSo]

65. Your right, ... they are blessings beyond measure ...

It's just what I thought of today. The tragedy is that we always out live them have to manage the loss.

[SayitAintSo]

64. Thanks again everyone for your kind thoughts and hugs

You know, it really does help - you guys are beatiful.

:loveya:

[Autobot77]

66. I'm sorry for your loss

I had a beagle named Blackie who died 2 weeks ago. She would've been 16 on June 2. She was my best friend :( and I still miss her.It helps to think of the good times and that she had a long and good life.

[LividLiberal]

67. *sniff* I know that was hard. I'm so sorry.

:hug:

[GOPisEvil]

68. My condolences.

We had a sheltie that lived to about 15 or 16 before we had to put him to sleep. :hug:

[kodi]

69. gracious. blessings to you and Deva.

it was good that you were there for her at the end.

treat each pet today the way you know you wish you would have after they are gone.

[mitchum]

70. I am so sorry for your loss

[Lindsey]

71. sias -

I've been crying my eyes out thinking of how utterly devastating it is when we loose our precious furry critters. I'm so sorry for your loss. I lost my Haley in 2001 and still think of her often. I'm also a fan of The Rainbow Bridge and I know that Deva,Haley, and the other DU critters are romping together having a wonderful time. My Haley was a devout democrat as I'm sure Deva was!!! I bet all of the DU critters find each other over there and hang out. The Rainbow Bridge has a great website where people honor their pet's lifes with pictures and stories. For a fee of around $25 you can do the memorial (the proceeds go to an animal shelter). Be forewared though, it's a tear jerker but also comforting. Peace and you're in my thoughts.

[SayitAintSo]

72. Thankyou so much ...

I tell you , the emptiness is just staggering right now. I lost my first Sheltie, Simon, several years ago and I thought I would never get over it. Deva was there and helped me through it. Now I have Miss Maggie - shes as lost as I am - sweet little thing - she keeps running around looking for her. It just breaks my heart. Thanks for the reference to the website.

[mvd]

76. Another point

It really hurts to know our pets will die someday, and the time goes way too quickly. But I feel that the good times, love, and companionship are worth what we'll go through. It's nice to know your dog died feeling loved. :hi:

[latebloomer]

73. I know how much this hurts

When we lost our kitty our whole family was in deep grief. Two years have gone by. We have her ashes in a little shrine, and every morning my daughters says goodbye to her and our 2 living pets before she goes to school. We do have a sense she's still here with us.. .

[Lindsey]

74. sias -

the website is www.rainbowsbridge.com. It helped along with the grieving process which involved a lot of crying. I'm so glad you have Maggie to be with you and they say (a vet friend of mine) maybe some extra little treats for her might comfort her also. Peace and love.

[SayitAintSo]

78. Thanks ... and yes , I've tried the treats ....you're right ...

I'm just going to baby her ... it seems to be helping.... both of us !

[Bride of Cthulhu]

75. I'm so sorry for your loss.

:hug:

[DS1]

77. I've no doubt that in her mind there was not a better way for her to pass

:hug:

[Piperay]

79. Sad

I know how it is to love your pet and have them die, you have my sympathy. :hug: I believe that if there is a heaven, it wouldn't be heaven without our beloved animals and you will be reunited one day.O8)

[Raenelle]

80. I am so sorry.

Take comfort in knowing that you gave her a very good life.

I decided a long time ago that, if there is a God, then God has to love our animals as much as he loves us, i.e., if there's an afterlife, then there has to be one for them too. I believe (acutally, hope is a better word here) that my departed pets will be there waiting for me when I die.

Let me tell you something Mark Twain said--maybe to bring a little smile to you. He was discussing the theological issue of whether souls go to heaven through merit or through election. He said it had to be election, because if it was merit, then it would be dogs, not people, who went to heaven.

[welshTerrier2]

81. little tragedies waiting to happen

perhaps not so little but that's only because of the limitlessness of how we love them and how they love us ...

i am truly sorry for your loss ... what a cruel design that we live longer than our pets ...

i am sure that when you're ready, you will once again share your appreciation for those of the canine persuasion ... my kindest thoughts are with you ...

[Dying Eagle]

83. Dogs are so much better then people

sorry for your loss :grouphug: