My dog died and it's been so hard on me

My dog died and it's been so hard on me. King was my only friend, literally, and he had such life and personality. I loved him so much and I know he loved me. I've been training him and loving him everyday, and I've never been so attached to an animal...

before in my life. This is so unexpected. I've already buried him but what else can I do? I don't have any friends to help me through this my dog got me through everything, he really was my best friend. I don't think getting another dog would help I think it would only hurt worse. I can't stop crying and everywhere I turn I'm being reminded of him, I'm even dreaming about him. Please help I can't function. He was the best thing I had in my life (as pathetic as it sounds) and now he is gone

Oh honey...look how many here, can feel your pain...who know EXACTLY what you're going through...It always seems unfair, that a dog's or cat's life is so much shorter than our own lifespan. Talking about King; telling stories about him...sharing your love for him...that will help some. Time is the healer here...you'll always remember him, and the actual pain will lessen as time goes by.

As for getting another dog...everyone has their own timing for diving into another puppy. This is something I know from experience...don't wait a LONG time. Getting another pup wouldn't be replacing King...you know that can't be done...BUT, a youngster keeps a person SOOO busy...housetraining, learning the ropes of his new mistress, general obedience...all VERY time consuming things. Having a new baby keeps us busy with less time to dwell on our grief...and they DO fill the hole that's been left in your heart...

Hugs, honey...you will get thru this, but that doesn't make it less painful.

phrannie

Aw !

My dog is like my best friend too.
I feel so bad. I'm really sorry.
I agree with nirvanafan, cry let it all out.

I hope you start feeling better.
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I toaly understand how you feel, lost my dog about 4 weeks ago an I trained him an he came everywhere with me I cried for about 2 weeks I made myself ill because I cudnt eat or sleep or drink, his death was very unexpected an he died in my arms an it hurt so much I just cried and cried an cried an cried I cudnt stop,in time you will feel better trust me time is a great healer!! you may think its the end of the world wich is how I felt when my boy died, he was only 2 he was ful of life an had a great personality he came EVERYWHERE! with me an it it really hard to come to terms with loosing a pet because there part of your family I cried so much that in the end I cudnt cry any more I stil cant look at his photos now because I cry an im cryin while I type this but time will heal im very sorry 4 your loss xxx *lots of hugs* xxx

I think we often ask ourselves why we get so attached to our pets and why it hurts so much when they're gone.

It really does seem to be one of the most painful things in life. I wonder if its partly because of the limited communication we have with animals... they know we care, but we can't ask them how they're feeling or tell them when its going to be ok. I think I've spilled more tears over animals than I have over people.

Please do consider getting another dog, because you have lots of love to give it, and it won't lessen any feelings you had for your favourite. Trust me, it WILL fill a spot in your heart and make you smile again.

it sounds funny to me.. I love pets but I won't feel lost out becos my dog is dead... I'll miss the dog because dog's are wonderful pets.but permit me to say this, american's cherish their animals way too far

im very sorry about your dog its terrible but try to keep ypurself occupied it can really help with somepeople but I agree with the others to if you want to cry all you need!

I am so sorry. I lost my dog a long time ago and still feel sad over it. I have two dogs now that I coulnd't imagne losing. I know the pain of this. but just think, you will be having a baby soon...you will be so busy and occupied with that little radiant spirit. I know you will still miss your pup, but you will have a new life to love. I hope you regain your strenght and happiness soon. Find the sunshine and create your own happiness!!!

ameena...I don't think the love of dogs is a nationality thing...it's a personal thing...

This discussion was to help someone who is feeling an great personal loss...how YOU feel about Americans and their dogs doesn't even belong in this discussion...

phrannie

I am going through this right now. Mine passed a little over 3 weeks ago and I can identify with the loss of a dear and beloved friend. They are more than a friend, and after 14 years mine was family to me. Know that there is no pain where they are and the way I look at getting another puppy is this. If you have the capacity to love a puppy like that there are so many out there that need that kind of friend. It sounds to me like you need a friend like that, so if you haven't already please get you one. I'm picking my pup up tomorrow morning and I can't wait to build that special bond again with someone new.

My dog died a week ago..he was almost 14 and a gold retriever..my best friend..my sons child hood dog.. I cant stand him not being here..he is everywhere I look..he had some leg problems but we were working on that..then last sat we thought maby he had a stroke...not many dogs do have strokes..so we took him to the vet after the holiday weekend..I knew she saw what we didnt.. she gave him a check up and said he had a tumor onhis spleen..we sked if we could keep him for a couple of weeks..she said probly not the best thing..yu dont want it to rupture..well we took him home for one more nite..spent every second with him..I could tell he was unconfortable..s we took him in the next day and put him down..hardest most terrible thing I everhad to do..worse then when my grnadma died.. the tumor was already leaking. nothing we can do.. I cant eat, sleep or do anything that has to be done..this time of year was our favorite..outside time all the time.. I miss him so much I want to die..I feel like it will never get better.. I miss him so..

I know exactly what you feel, just numb and empty. I lost my dog 2 weeks ago and like most, I cant stop crying. every thing I do some how brings memories of my sheppard. He was alomst 16 and had a great life, I had him since he was 7 weeks old, he most definetly was my family and dearest friend. I dont know how to get over this, it's killing me. I ordered a stone with an engraved picture of him and plan to create a rose garden around it in my yard, hopefully that will bring some sort of peace.

Ameena is an idiot! I just lost my dog, and he was much better looking than ameena and had a better personality on top of it. Dogs are mans womans best friends.

I just found my dog this morning dead. I knew it was coming because this week he hasn't been able to move or eat anything. We were planning on putting him down today, but he went on his own terms. He hated the vet anyway. It is very tough on me. I got this dog when I was 8 and he lived for 13 years. I feel for you and know exactly how you feel. Its not easy at all.

My dog died 2 days ago. He was my second child, my buddy. He was 8 years old, and came down with cancer. I visited him at the hospital before we knew what was wrong. I sat in his cage for 2 hours. When it came time for me to leave (only because I had to go to the bathroom and my back hurt)he barked at me and wanted to leave with me. I had to make him stay. On my way home, I got the call stating it was cancer. I told them to put him down. I feel very guilty because I did not stay longer as I really did not NEED to leave. I feel like it was the last thing he was asking of me and I didn't give it to him. I miss him so much, I can't stop crying.

I'm so sorry. we had to put my dog down in june and I feel the same way. So far I just keep thinking how happy he is now (if you believe in that stuff)and how this opens up a new beggining. I know it dosn't help but it makes me smile sometimes. What I'm doing is making a scrap book and possibally a pond since he was a lab and loved water. I felt like he was my big brother and I have never ever lived without him. Just hang in there

I woke up for work today at 7:00 am, as I just started a new job this week. Being the first one up in my house and I was doing my normal routine when I looked downstairs and notice my beautiful yellow Labrador Retreiver, Simba, of almost 13 years of age lying there, still and silent, surrounded by fesces and vomit. I yelled his name a few times, only to quickly come the realization that he was gone. My heart broke into a million pieces. I'm 24 right now and bought this dog when I was only 12. The relationship I had with him and the love he gave back to me and my family was undescribable. He was the best dog we could ever want. His memory will live in my heart for all eternity... I know exactly what all of you went through. Be strong everyone, we'll get through this together... Stay strong