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[Groovychook]

So sorry OSH

xx

[Minnie&Moose]

So sorry quickcluck and OSH. xx

[beach chick]

our pets are kind of like the best in every relationship aren't they? they never get crotchety, or have financial/business worries, they're not teenagers and hormonal, they are just there and always ready to accept what we can offer them. so really it's no surprise that their loss is such a pain - because they give you unconditional love which no other human, except perhaps small babies do. (not to say I love my pets more than my human family, but its special and different!)

[Olly]

So sorry to hear about Cooper - and about your dog, OSH - and I think you are doing the right thing to take some time off work. It is terribly hard losing a much-loved pet at any time, and this probably also isn't just about Cooper, it's about remembering the difficult times after your divorce when he first came to live with you, and about everything that's happened since then.

 

Don't beat yourself up - take the time off, take time to think and relax and come to terms with your loss. As others have said, if you go back to work you'll be no good to anyone and it'll take you longer to get over it. Every time I've lost a pet, I think 'never again' but they bring so much to our lives, it's worth the pain. I hope you start to feel better soon.

[Blackrocksrock]

First of all big hug from me for the loss of the love of your life Cooper. - it is dreadful how we take them into our families and hearts and they are only there for but a short time compared to us.

On Thursday 12th May my sons beloved 9 year old collie Woody was diagnosed with lymphoma = I just knew he was off and as I work in the vets pushed for him to get tests etc = we started treatment but on 20th we had to let him go and I had to make the decision to put him to sleep - his liver was huge and he was vomiting - my son was in Turkey on holiday and the guilt was and still is with me. He was brought up with us so I do know what you are feeling.

I also go into the hospital tomorrow for a breast operation from an unsatisfactory mammogram 6 weeks ago and subsequent biopsies . It gets no better huh?

Take care and take all the time off you can do. Just try to remember the good times. OSH I sympathise with you too - thats was a great age too. Life is hard sometimes.

[sadietoo]

I really shouldn't read these posts because what with you and OSH I am absolutely in floods of tears.. I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Cooper, all of us that have had any animal touch our lives are both richer by their presence and poorer by their loss, and like all grieving it takes time to recover. When we lost our little Rocket Dog last year, I missed her dreadfully, and still do to this day. Give yourself a break and allow yourself to grieve, but as part of that process remind yourself regularly about the fabulous life Cooper had with you and how fate brought you together for your mutual benefit. I think if Cooper could talk, he would think he had a life very well lived. Sending hugsxxxxxx

 

Also hugs to Blackrockschick...sorry to hear you too are having such a rubbish time. Thinking of you bothxxx

[Seagazer]

Blackrockschicks, sorry you're having a horrible time at the moment too. All the very best to you and sending lots and lots of positive thoughts and hugs.

[Old Speckled Hen]

Blackrocksrock fingers crossed you'll be good

[quickcluck]

Blackrocks, best of luck for tomorrow, fingers crossed for you. Life will seem brighter soon!

[craftyhunnypie]

I can absolutely totally sympathise with you! When we have no children ( like me also), we pour all our love into our animals. So when we sadly lose one - it really truly is like losing our baby! I cried for weeks after my little cat Holly. I cry every time over my chickens. It is perfectly normal.

Big big hugs to you.

Emma.x

[chickencam]

I think that you are doing the right thing taking a little time out to adjust and come back to yourself.

 

I work with someone who recently lost her old dog, he died on her birthday and she was in bits, it is very hard for anyone who has not experienced that situation to empathise. People are split between those who have pets and sypathise and those that don't and don't understand. You just have to do what is right for you.

 

Thinking of all of you who are going through difficult times at the moment.

[quickcluck]

Hi Guys, just a quick update.....

 

have been to see Occ Health. Any I am truely astounded as to how understanding some people can be. I was there for ages while he listened to me rant and cry. He thinks I am greiving as you have all said, and has signed me off work. He has written to my GP and manager to let them know, which relieved me, as I wasn't up to that kind of conversation.

 

He thinks I've made huge steps forward, and agreed that another pup may lessen the pain, as I can now understand that it is not a replacement for my Cooper, but someone else to love and nurture.

 

We look the plunge today and have a little pup. I've been hugely anxious today, but I think that must be 'normal', and am hoping that it get better with time.....

 

Thanks to everyone of you for your support

[Ain't Nobody Here]

I've been in tears reading through this thread . I'm just imagining how I'm going to feel when we lose Riley .

 

I'm so pleased things are looking up for you and what wonderful news that you have a new puppy . I'm sure it'll help you get through the sad times after losing lovely Cooper .

 

You are planning on letting us see photos, I trust ? Edit: I've just spotted your other thread .

[chickencam]

It sounds like life has taken a positive turn, take care and enjoy your new friend

[quickcluck]

Just a quick update for anyone that's still following.

 

Have been back to GP today as increased pills are having no effect accept side effects, so after seeing a useless registrar yesterday, I took my mum today and saw a GP. She has changed the pills completely and given me a limited supply of low dose valium for the times when I can't cope with the anxiety. I seemed to have taken a backward step over the last few days, so hopefully the tides will turn.

 

My counseller this morning also called the GP for me - she is sooo brill....

 

Fingers crossed.

[clootie]

My fingers are crossed for you too - have a cross-fingered hug

[Seagazer]

Sending you a big ((((hug)))).

[Couperwife]

sending big hugs from me too.

 

cathy

x

[freddie]

How are you going with a new pup? I really struggle with any of my zoo reaching their time, and really do sympathise witjh you, it does get easier, time heals, more than anything else

[quickcluck]

I think he's doing better than I am!!! I'm struggling mostly with leaving him, but making myself go out. Leaving him crying is hardest, then I just hope he settles while I'm gone. I know he's fine, but the rational side of me seems to have done a bunk!

[The Dogmother]

I've just picked up on this thread and sympathise with those of you who have recently lost a pet. It's very hard, especially when they have been a huge part of your life for so long. Be reassured that they are at peace now, healthy and whole.

 

I was in bits when I had to let my last lurcher go - she'd been with me through so much and I'd nursed her too; I spent a whole day in tears which is most unlike me.

 

Take time to remember the happy times with them, perhaps collage some photos of lovely moments, grieve and most of all cuddle that adorable little puppy of yours.

[bluekarin]

You have my huge sympathies too. We lost our cat of 8 years in January to cancer. We had a few extra weeks with him, but it was really unhappy. He was so ill, and just wanted to lie away from everyone. His last night he was at the top of the stairs with my DS in tears brushing him and talking to him. Even now I am welling up typing this. The first few weeks were incredibly hard. Hubby almost made a faux pas when an orange carrier bag blew past him when repairing our fence and he almost said "oh hello there Oliver!", and I thought I saw him when walking back from dropping YD off at school, sat by the fence like he used to, waiting for me It is very hard to lose a pet, especially one so close to you. I can't imagine what it's like for you, as he was a huge part of your life, at a very emotional time. I think this will take time for you to feel more yourself. It's very important you take the time to grieve properly, and if the pills help, then it's what's needed.

Big (((hugs))) to you and feel free to keep thrashing me at Scrabble

[Chickendoodle]

You have my greatest sympathy. It is so unbearably awful when you use a pet - it is the only time I have ever seen my OH cry (didn't cry at the death of either of his parents)

I guess you have to weigh up whether the grief that you know will be there when you lose your pet is outweighed by the incredible amount of pleasure and companionship you get from them during their always too short lives. I would say yes every time. It doesn't make the grief any less but the alternative to the grief is never to have had a pet in the first place which for me is not an option. I cried for days when we lost our lovely chocolate lab, Toby ,but I would rather have that then to have never known him.

You will feel better eventually and be able to look back on your time together with joy. Hang on in there x