We had him put down today. It was time. He’d been sick with kidney disease for a long time, and in this past week it became clear we weren’t doing him any favors by keeping him around.
The house is weirdly quiet. No nails tappity tapping across the floor.
I don’t have it in me to eulogize today. He was a sweet dog. We loved him. He’s gone.
Goodbye, sweet old man.
Never an easy decision. I know his heart was filled with your love.
I’m sorry. It sounds like you did the most loving thing for him.
I’m very sorry, Cari.
i’m so sorry, cari. diego was a real sweetie. xoxo
so sorry, I still have a soft spot for my Shawna, whom I put down in 2001. You’re allowed not to tlk about him, we know.
You did what was best for him, and that came straight from your heart. Be proud of your time together.
xxx
I’m so sorry. We made that same decision over a year ago and while it wasn’t easy, it was for the best. Diego will live on in your memories. He knew that he was loved.
Cari, I’m so sorry. It’s hard to lose a friend – enjoy your memories.
I’m really sorry, Cari; even though it’s the right, caring thing to do, I know it’s so hard. Love to all of you.
I’ve lurked for nearly 3 years and Diego has been a favorite of mine… When you’re ready, he’ll be at Rainbow Bridge for you ^_^
So sorry to hear. But he had a wonderful life with all of you. Thoughts are with you.
What a beautiful creature he was. So sad. So sorry.
I’m so sorry. Thinking of you.
No matter that it was the right thing to do, it still hurts. He was lucky to be so loved, and so are you. His memory will be a blessing in days and weeks to come.
Oh, lovey. I’m so sorry to hear he’s gone. Ouch. I wish I could make you warm brownies or scones or something. Damn and blast geography.
i’m sorry for your loss. you are in my thoughts.
Ach, that is sad. You took good care of him.
I’m so sorry, it’s so hard to lose a dog, I send you hugs
I’m so sorry. You loved him very much.
I’m sorry, Cari.
I’m so sorry. Even if you know it was time, it still sucks.
I’m so sorry for your lost. (((Hugs)))
I am so sorry for your loss. It’s brutal, but when it is time, it’s the kindest thing that you can do.
Goodbye, Diego, my first internet love.
(sad face)
I’m so sorry for the doggy-sized hole in your lives. Good-bye Diego, rest in peace little man.
I’m so sorry for your loss. It is difficult to make that final decision, I’m glad you felt able to do it for his benefit. They leave such a hole when they go – hugs
I’m so sorry. We’ve been where you are and feel for you. It’s hard.
I am so sorry.
I’m so sorry Cari – he was a good dog, and he knew he was loved.
You have done one of the hardest things a person can do. I am sending you love. Although our house is quieted from the mews of Etta James, she has never gone. Did I mention I love you?
-H
I’m so sorry for your loss. Hugs from Florida.
Oh, sweetie. I am so sorry. Those are bad days.
I’m so sorry for your loss. It is always painful to lose a family member even if they aren’t human. You were so blessed to have had and cared for him for so long, as was he.
I’m so sorry Cari.
Oh, honey, I’m so sorry! Losing a pet is so hard.
You know, it was the absence of the sound of toenails on the dining room floor that really got me after Rudy died. Strange the things that really affect us.
Peace to you.
I’m so sorry for your loss.
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss… pets bring so much joy into our lives and losing one is so hard. Sending warm thoughts your way.
Please know you are in my thoughts. I am so very sorry for your loss.
That sucks – I dread the day we have to make a call like that with ours. Well done you for being brave enough to take the call. You loved him and cared for him, and it the end you were strong enough to do what was best for him and you can’t do better than that.
Much love form everyone at our house.
I’m so sorry for your loss.
oh – so sorry – I really understand how hard it is to make the decision – I’ve just made the decision for my Molly and we go this Saturday. Taking Thursday and Friday off to spend time with her. Only you can ‘feel’ when the time is right. I’ve had a few friends question my decision but we who live with them everyday know when it’s right. It was always obvious when you spoke of Diego here, how loved he was.
Sorry to hear about Don Diego. He was very much loved. Hope you all are doing well.
xoxo. love.
I’m so sorry to hear about Diego. I’ll be thinking of you guys. I know how hard it is to lose a much-loved pet.
Oh, that hurts. I’m in a very down mood today, and that doesn’t help. I’m so sorry, Cari.
Very sorry to hear it…but I think you made the right decision.
He was a good dog. I hope your sadness lifts soon.
I’m so sorry.
Oh, that is sad, but I find that when the time comes you just know it. Cherish the memories, he looks like he was a lovely dog, and well loved!
Cari, I’m sorry. Know you made the right decision for Diego, although it doesn’t make it easier, I know.
So sorry for your loss. I know how hard it is even when you know it’s coming and that it really is the right decision to make.
I am so sorry Cari. I have two sweet old men of my own about ready to make their journey, and it is damn hard to put into words the feelings you have. All I can say is, you were a great friend to Diego, and that love goes on forever.
So sorry– he was a sweet old man. Big hugs to you.
I’m so sorry to hear that. It’s so hard for us to finally make that decision when they need us to; but it’s the best thing we can ever do for them. We let them go when they’re ready; not when we’re ready. ((hugs))
Hugs to you, it is a hard decision and some tough love to go through. Wishing Diego all the best on the other side of the Rainbow bridge.
Hugs. There are no words.
ugh, i am so sorry for your loss. I hope your happy memories of Diego and the lovely life you shared with him will soon feel fresh again.
I am so sorry.
I am so, so sorry.
We did the same thing with my old girl, Roxy, today. My family cried quite a bit that morning. So sorry.
I am sorry to hear of your loss. That is such a painful thing to go through.
I’m so very sorry for your loss. Seeing him reminds me of our (full sized) greyhound, Thunder, who died 5 years ago.
I am sure you have lots of wonderful memories of Diego. Treasure those!
Oh Sweetie, I’m so sorry. It is beyond difficult. We love the little guys so much. Take some comfort in knowing that he felt loved. That is a wonderful gift to give each other.
Oh, Cari, I am so terribly sorry. Even when you know it’s time, it is never, ever easy.
so sorry to hear about your pup. I’ve had to put a dog to sleep and one that died on her own about three years ago. Thankfully it gets easier, but it’s never a fun time. Be kind to yourself and enjoy the wonderful memories you had with him.