Sorry that I wasn't up to reading blogs yesterday. We had to take our dog, Pepi, to be put to sleep. The vet thinks he probably had a brain tumor and he was so much worse yesterday morning and was literally failing before our eyes. Luckily, we have two very good friends who were there for us.....both named Linda (and neither one with a blog). I don't know what we'd have done without them. We know it was the "right time" and we know he had a good life, but it still was very hard for us..... and the tears keep coming. I know we will smile, eventually, as we recall the 12+ years of happy memories we had with him. We have already smiled as we recalled how he had been rescued from the streets of Brooklyn (where he was found wandering when quite young) and then was lucky enough to eventually "retire" with us to the beach. The funny part is, he HATED the beach and would shake terribly if we tried to get him to walk on the beach, so we rarely did that. I am going to put a few of photos here of him.....just because it will make me feel a bit better.
Lounging on a beach towel in May.......but the towel was on our porch and FAR from the beach, so he was okay with that.
Pepi loved to be underneath blankets.....and here he is after being carefully covered by two of his favorite "blankies" and with his favorite squeaky toy. Our granddaughter, Jessi, covered him like this and put the toy by him when she was here on Mother's Day weekend.
At the beach but not happy about it (taken in 2007).
He used to love fetching tennis balls.....even though he could barely fit them in his mouth.
And this is one of my all-time favorite photos of him.....when we first got him and he was quite young. He never totally lost that puppy cuteness, either.
Run free now, Pepi....with no more pain and suffering. We miss you, little guy....and we are glad to have had you as a part of our lives for the past 12+ years.
Pepi loved to be underneath blankets.....and here he is after being carefully covered by two of his favorite "blankies" and with his favorite squeaky toy. Our granddaughter, Jessi, covered him like this and put the toy by him when she was here on Mother's Day weekend.
At the beach but not happy about it (taken in 2007).
He used to love fetching tennis balls.....even though he could barely fit them in his mouth.
And this is one of my all-time favorite photos of him.....when we first got him and he was quite young. He never totally lost that puppy cuteness, either.
Run free now, Pepi....with no more pain and suffering. We miss you, little guy....and we are glad to have had you as a part of our lives for the past 12+ years.
51 comments:
My heart goes out to you, It is heartbreaking to lose a pet. Sounds like Pepi gave you a lot to smile about. He lucked out when you found him.
Elaine
I'm so sad for you. RIP sweet Pepi. Sewing is good therapy, relax and play with your fabric today!
Pat
He will not suffer anymore. I know it is hard but I had to do it too many years ago. I decided then no more pets. It is a joy when they are with us but a very real loss when they have to be put to sleep. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
I am so sorry, dear Pat...many hugs, and I know he is at peace now. What a precious little guy!
I am so sad for you. I sit here with tears in my eyes as I know how you feel. Pepi was truly a member of your family and I am sure he knew how much you loved him. He is definitely in a better place now and you will have all those wonderful memories to cherish.
Gentle Hugs my friend
Crispy
What a sweet boy! You did the right, but difficult thing in letting him go.
Peace be with you.
So very sorry Pat.
so sorry Pat, xoxo
Sometimes the right thing to do is the hardest thing to do. Thinking of you.
Hugs,
Lola
My heart goes out to you. Thank goodness for technology and the photos that can give you even more happy memories.
hugs
Miche'le
Losing a beloved pet is never easy, is it:-( Sending you big hugs across the miles.
Thank you so much for having visited my blog, the Flat Princess is here now and I very much look forward to showing her around my area! hehe I received an email from a gal in Australia who is interested in entertaining her as well so she may end up there after I'm done. I will make a post on my blog about her visit and will let everyone know then where she's going to next. xox
I'm so sorry for your loss. The pictures made me smile though! Especially the last one! Sending hugs for you!!
It's amazing how these little guys get into our hearts, and give us so much. Hugs and prayers for you and your husband.
I am sad for you Pat. Remember the good times, and I hope it will ease the pain of losing your dear little friend.
I'm so sorry you're having to deal with this loss, but you know you've done the right thing for him. Hugs.
Oh this brought tears to my eyes. I am so sorry. I am praying for you. People that have never had a pet as a part of their family do not have a clue. I feel for you.
awwww sweet baby.... Sending you hugs and love, my friend.
Sorry for your loss of Pepi there Pat... I know that pain you are felling... You have wonderful memories and pictures to look back on in the years to come...
My friend is going through the same X two. One of her dear fur-friends had to be put down in April, and her other just this week. They were siblings and only 5 years old... All of a sudden very sickly...
Take care Pat...
Dear Pat, my heart goes out to you all this morning. Your Pepi looked like a darling friend and companion, and I'm sure you'll miss him tremendously. You post and the pictures of Pepi were fun to scroll through; I'm glad you have such sweet memories! *Hugs!* :)
Hugs....
Oh my, we will all miss sweet Pepi. Brandon and Katie were quite surprised and upset. I'll call u later
Oh Pat...I am so sorry... I could never make that trip to the vets with hubby.... I wanted to remember the pets at home...
I am so sorry for your loss of such a sweet little friend! He was truly fortunate to have been found by his right people on the streets of Brooklyn when he was a little fella! It's so sad that pets have such finite lives. It's so worth having them in our lives for the time we have them, but so painful when we have to let them go.
So, so sorry for your loss. What a darling pup, just a sweet face. May you find peace.
Pat I am so sorry to hear about Pepi. It is never easy to say good bye....
Thank you for sharing the pictures, Pepi was an adorable boy and you were both lucky to have found each other...
hugs
SheilaC
Feel my hugs for you Pat...I am so sorry and I know how hard it is to say goodbye to a wonderful pet. Thanks for sharing the photos.
Thanks for posting the photos of Pepi. That last one is just so sweet and so is the one where Jessi covered him up and gave him his toy. Our grandson does that with our dog. :-) Jessi will miss her little friend, too. Sending you a hug and a prayer. :-)
I'm so sorry for your loss. I've had to go thru this twice and it is never easy. My prayers are with you and your family over your loss. I'm sure Pepi is up there running and fetching that tennis ball with ease now! Take care, Jenn
I am so very sorry for your loss of Pepi...What a sweet little dog...
Hope the memories will help your heart heal...
I'm sorry you lost your pet, a member of your family, really.
Pat, I am so sorry. I have traveled that road twice in the past two years. He certainly was a sweetie. You are in my prayers.
I'm so sorry Pat. Pepi was the cutest. It is like losing a very close friend/family member. I know how much we adore our dog. It is hard to realize we just don't have them forever, well not in this life anyway.
So,so hard to lose a pet..You have our sympathies..I had a yorkie 15 years, he was like one of my children.
Maggey
sorry to hear abt your special family member. What cute pictures you have to remember Pepi.
Oh Pat, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your little furbaby. Pepi sure was cute and had a great life with you. (((HUGS))) for you. I hope the pain eases soon. Winona
Sorry to hear about Pepi. Losing a pet is not easy. My heart goes out to you. Glad you took lots of photos. They are a good way to remember Pepi as he was in life - very cute, I must say.
Sending you hugs.
Sorry for your loss. Good that you have photos and your memories.
Sorry for your loss. Good that you have photos and your memories.
I'm sorry for your loss. They are beautiful photo's and Pepi looks so sweet. xo
I am so sad for you Pat. Remember the good times, I hope time will ease the pain of losing your dear little friend...Remember the good times,i'm sure he was part of the family, but he is a rest now!
Julia ♥
I'm so sorry Pat! Hugs to you and your DH. Pepi is now at peace, pain-free.
Oh, Pat , I am so sorry. We lost our little Jessica to a tumor just two months ago so I really do know how you feel. And I still cry when I think of Agatha, who died 10years ago. You and your hubby are in my thoughts and prayers.
Pat, I really feel for you. I'm a dog lover and understand your feelings of loss. Gita
I'am so sorry, Pat. You did the right thing even though it is very hard. I wish you and your family the best. God bless.
Pat, I know the pain of losing a beloved pet. My heart goes out to you and your family.
What a precious little guy. I'm sending you warm thoughts.
I'm so sorry to hear about Pepi, Pat. I know it must be hard. Big hugs to you. He sure was a cutie and I'm sure he loved you just as much as you loved him.
My heart cries for you and your family. I know how huge the hole is right now. And I know you're thankful for the time you did have together even though it was much, much too short. ♥
Pat, having met Pepi several times, I know what you are going thru. He was so special and so smart. They live in our hearts always. And remember, Pepi is only a breath away
I am so sorry for your loss....he is adorable.....
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