My beautiful boxer Casey passed away peacefully in her sleep at 5pm on tuesday, she was 10 years old and had been battling cancer for 2 months, seems like she just had enough and gave up, only 10 minutes earlier she was playing in the garden. We've had her cremated and brought her home, I feel happier knowing she's close. I'm just wondering how other people cope with the loss of a pet, I can't seem to stop thinking about her and it keeps hitting me like a ton of bricks that she's not coming back, I've cried solidly since she passed. The house seems so quite without her init, she was such a big part of our family, I don't know how we are going to cope with out her.
I've just lost my beloved boxer to cancer
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Kellou ~ I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. It's always so sad & the house feels so empty without them. I'm sure everyone here knows you feel & sympathises with you.
I know it won't help now, but things do get easier over time. You won't forget Casey but as time passes you'll start to remember the good times, & what a lovely life you gave Casey & you'll always have the special memories.
I know it won't help now, but things do get easier over time. You won't forget Casey but as time passes you'll start to remember the good times, & what a lovely life you gave Casey & you'll always have the special memories.
I am so sorry to hear about your dear boxer. It really is very hard to lose a much loved pet and the feelings can be quite alarming. Give yourself lots of time, it will take a while for you to realise your loss and adjust to it. It is like a huge hole in your life...it's early days yet though, so take it easy and don't feel ashamed to be sad/cry etc. All the best.
When our 18 month-old terrier was hit by a car two years ago, I couldn't stop crying. I cried myself to sleep for two weeks. Eventually I realised the only remedy was to get another puppy. We searched for a puppy of the same mixed breed ( Border x Parson Jack Russell Terrier) and eventually found this one. He is the love of my life and is now 2 years old.
Thank you every one for your kind words, It's nice to talk to like minded people who realise that an animal can be more than just a pet but part of your family, Alot of people are finding hard to understand why i am so upset over a dog but Casey wasn't just a dog to me, she was a loyal and loving part of family xx
Originally Posted by burton07:
“When our 18 month-old terrier was hit by a car two years ago, I couldn't stop crying. I cried myself to sleep for two weeks. Eventually I realised the only remedy was to get another puppy. We searched for a puppy of the same mixed breed ( Border x Parson Jack Russell Terrier) and eventually found this one. He is the love of my life and is now 2 years old.”
“When our 18 month-old terrier was hit by a car two years ago, I couldn't stop crying. I cried myself to sleep for two weeks. Eventually I realised the only remedy was to get another puppy. We searched for a puppy of the same mixed breed ( Border x Parson Jack Russell Terrier) and eventually found this one. He is the love of my life and is now 2 years old.”
Your new dog is gorgeous, and I'm glad he has helped you get over your loss, My husband has already thrown the idea of getting a new puppy around, but I feel to raw at the moment to even seriously consider it, but I'm sure it won't be long before I am ready to welcome a new puppy into our family, like i said the house is so quite without Casey, maybe in time a new puppy could help xx
R.I.P. Casey.
We recently had our 10 yr old collie x PTS due to arthritis. The house is so empty and we even have a dog still. I dont want to go through the heartbrake again of letting them go so at the moment i still feel i would be unable to have another dog once Maggie has gone too. I hope you feel a bit brighter soon, we couldnt afford to bring Jessie home after cremation, leaving her on that table was the hardest thing ever. Sorry for your loss.
We recently had our 10 yr old collie x PTS due to arthritis. The house is so empty and we even have a dog still. I dont want to go through the heartbrake again of letting them go so at the moment i still feel i would be unable to have another dog once Maggie has gone too. I hope you feel a bit brighter soon, we couldnt afford to bring Jessie home after cremation, leaving her on that table was the hardest thing ever. Sorry for your loss.
I lost one my cats some time ago and still have dreams where he is with me and I always wake up happy that the pets that have moved on can come and be with me at any time. Take the time to remember your pets and shed your tears if that is what happens and their love for you will be always in your heart.
Really sorry to hear about your loss. What a great way for your dog to go though, playing one minute, gone the next.
Big hugs.
Big hugs.
Originally Posted by kelly82:
“R.I.P. Casey.
We recently had our 10 yr old collie x PTS due to arthritis. The house is so empty and we even have a dog still. I dont want to go through the heartbrake again of letting them go so at the moment i still feel i would be unable to have another dog once Maggie has gone too. I hope you feel a bit brighter soon, we couldnt afford to bring Jessie home after cremation, leaving her on that table was the hardest thing ever. Sorry for your loss.”
“R.I.P. Casey.
We recently had our 10 yr old collie x PTS due to arthritis. The house is so empty and we even have a dog still. I dont want to go through the heartbrake again of letting them go so at the moment i still feel i would be unable to have another dog once Maggie has gone too. I hope you feel a bit brighter soon, we couldnt afford to bring Jessie home after cremation, leaving her on that table was the hardest thing ever. Sorry for your loss.”
aww so sorry for your loss RIP Jessie. Thanks for your kind words xx
So sorry to hear of your loss - take care of yourself and remember all the happy times you had together xx
i am really sorry about you loss but remember that she is in a better place now. my dog died today as well so i know how it feels. I feel really upset at the moment. but i will get through the pain and you will to.
R.I.P. Casey and Vinnie. I hope they are playing together in heaven.
R.I.P. Casey and Vinnie. I hope they are playing together in heaven.
I'm so sorry for your loss
We had our beloved boxer for 13 years before he passed away (Cancer) 3 years ago
We still talk about him all the time,remember all the soft silly traits he had....
18 months ago we felt the time was right to have another pet, this time we chose a shihtzu and we love her dearly.
Remember all the good times and the fab life you gave him
((((((hugs))))))
We had our beloved boxer for 13 years before he passed away (Cancer) 3 years ago
We still talk about him all the time,remember all the soft silly traits he had....
18 months ago we felt the time was right to have another pet, this time we chose a shihtzu and we love her dearly.
Remember all the good times and the fab life you gave him
((((((hugs))))))
Also sorry to hear of your loss. I don;t think you ever forget them or get over it, just kind of get used to living with the loss.
We had two dogs the same age as eachother - a staffie and a bull terrier, and sadly, staffie died aged 6 (brain tumour). It was all very sudden - he fell ill on xmas day and we had to take him to the vet's the first day they opened after xmas. We had him put to sleep the following day and the worst thing was, he was still quite lively and looked in the peak of physical health - muscly, good size, really shiny coat. Even the vet commented how fit he looked. It was awful waking up that day knowing we had to take him to put him to sleep, and I took him for a last walk. He was suddenly very ill during the walk and although he looked ok, he looked very unhappy and under the weather. He played with the neighbour's dog in the garden then we took him to be put to sleep, as the vet said there was nothing she could do and he would start to get very ill.
We decided to bring him home and bury him in the garden. Although Mr H was reluctant at first he realised we had done the right thing soon after. We'd got Harry on my son's birthday and my son is autistic - the dog had been his life, basically. We planted an apple tree over him and to this day when my son goes out anywhere, he always goes to 'Say hello to Harry' at the tree, first. Sometimes he just says he's going out to 'check Harry'.
The grave gave us a place to focus and my son did come to terms with it. He also gave a donation to a staffie rescue charity in the days after Harry died and that gave him something positive to focus on.
Our surviving dog is now 10. I think of Harry every day though as he used to run upstairs, wake me up by standing on me, then sit at the end of the bed looking out the window. So every single morning, 4 years on even, we wake and he's not there and we miss him. But it gets easier.
We lost another staffie years ago, aged 6 too. (Also cancer). We have her photo in a frame in the living room alongside all the family pics, and never forget her, and still talk about her.
You could plant a tree in Casey's memory. My son finds it really helpful, visiting the little apple tree.
We had two dogs the same age as eachother - a staffie and a bull terrier, and sadly, staffie died aged 6 (brain tumour). It was all very sudden - he fell ill on xmas day and we had to take him to the vet's the first day they opened after xmas. We had him put to sleep the following day and the worst thing was, he was still quite lively and looked in the peak of physical health - muscly, good size, really shiny coat. Even the vet commented how fit he looked. It was awful waking up that day knowing we had to take him to put him to sleep, and I took him for a last walk. He was suddenly very ill during the walk and although he looked ok, he looked very unhappy and under the weather. He played with the neighbour's dog in the garden then we took him to be put to sleep, as the vet said there was nothing she could do and he would start to get very ill.
We decided to bring him home and bury him in the garden. Although Mr H was reluctant at first he realised we had done the right thing soon after. We'd got Harry on my son's birthday and my son is autistic - the dog had been his life, basically. We planted an apple tree over him and to this day when my son goes out anywhere, he always goes to 'Say hello to Harry' at the tree, first. Sometimes he just says he's going out to 'check Harry'.
The grave gave us a place to focus and my son did come to terms with it. He also gave a donation to a staffie rescue charity in the days after Harry died and that gave him something positive to focus on.
Our surviving dog is now 10. I think of Harry every day though as he used to run upstairs, wake me up by standing on me, then sit at the end of the bed looking out the window. So every single morning, 4 years on even, we wake and he's not there and we miss him. But it gets easier.
We lost another staffie years ago, aged 6 too. (Also cancer). We have her photo in a frame in the living room alongside all the family pics, and never forget her, and still talk about her.
You could plant a tree in Casey's memory. My son finds it really helpful, visiting the little apple tree.
So sorry for your loss, its awful when we loose our beloved to cancer, I know what you are going through and its very hard. Stay strong, thinking of you.
Wow, that's sad. I'm at work & have just had to say i've got something in my eye!
I feel for you. We have a Boxer and he is a MASSIVE part of our family. Only people that have owned a Boxer will understand. They are more human than animal.
I feel for you. We have a Boxer and he is a MASSIVE part of our family. Only people that have owned a Boxer will understand. They are more human than animal.
My cat George died years ago when he was hit by a car. I was so upset I cried for days.
My other cat Timmy is 17 years old and as he has heart problems and fluid in his stomach I fear he may not live to see summer.
My heart goes out to anyone who has lost a beloved pet, they become so much a part of a family that to lose them the grief can be just the same (if not more) if it were a human.
((((hugs))))
My other cat Timmy is 17 years old and as he has heart problems and fluid in his stomach I fear he may not live to see summer.
My heart goes out to anyone who has lost a beloved pet, they become so much a part of a family that to lose them the grief can be just the same (if not more) if it were a human.
((((hugs))))
So sorry to hear about this. My cat died in November from cancer and I didn't get to see him before the sanctuary put him down 
I know what you mean about how it keeps hitting you, I felt exactly the same but it will start to get better.
I know what you mean about how it keeps hitting you, I felt exactly the same but it will start to get better.
So sorry to hear about Casey. All of our families boxers have succumbed to cancer at 10 or 11 years old. I don't know if it's more prevalent in that breed or we just had bad luck. Fortunately they all went downhill very quickly, rather than enduring long illnesses. All our dogs were very much part of the family and we loved them to bits.
I was just as bad when my first cat died and I had to take some time off from work because I was so upset. Personally, I've always brought another pet into the home as soon as possible because I miss them so much, but it's different for everyone.
I also pick out a nice photo of my pet when I lose them so I can be reminded of them everyday.
I was just as bad when my first cat died and I had to take some time off from work because I was so upset. Personally, I've always brought another pet into the home as soon as possible because I miss them so much, but it's different for everyone.
I also pick out a nice photo of my pet when I lose them so I can be reminded of them everyday.
Originally Posted by kellou:
“Your new dog is gorgeous, and I'm glad he has helped you get over your loss, My husband has already thrown the idea of getting a new puppy around, but I feel to raw at the moment to even seriously consider it, but I'm sure it won't be long before I am ready to welcome a new puppy into our family, like i said the house is so quite without Casey, maybe in time a new puppy could help xx”
“Your new dog is gorgeous, and I'm glad he has helped you get over your loss, My husband has already thrown the idea of getting a new puppy around, but I feel to raw at the moment to even seriously consider it, but I'm sure it won't be long before I am ready to welcome a new puppy into our family, like i said the house is so quite without Casey, maybe in time a new puppy could help xx”
I'm so sorry kellou, such bad news. It's very distressing to lose a pet and you're not alone in feeling such deep upset, especially as you were her 'mummy'. I sobbed for weeks and weeks, and felt quite disorientated when my dog died. Then I also got upset because no-one else seemed to be quite as traumatised as I was!
It made me feel disloyal even thinking about getting another puppy, but my kids really wanted to so I agreed. We got one six weeks later and it turned out to be the best thing. She was adorable and we all had something to look after and talk about together. And she kept me very busy which helped a lot. So please do think about another pup to love when you're ready.
I was so sorry to hear your sad news Kellou and also yours Cricket as you lost your dog today too.
Whenever I lose one of my dear pets I always read the "Rainbow Bridge" poem and everytime it brings me a little comfort. It's a beautiful poem about the beloved pets we have all lost, please spare a few minutes and google it, the animated version is the best. I would give you the link but I am not sure whether links are allowed on here.
Allowing another unwanted pet into your heart and home when you are ready will help you through your grief.
All the very best. x
Whenever I lose one of my dear pets I always read the "Rainbow Bridge" poem and everytime it brings me a little comfort. It's a beautiful poem about the beloved pets we have all lost, please spare a few minutes and google it, the animated version is the best. I would give you the link but I am not sure whether links are allowed on here.
Allowing another unwanted pet into your heart and home when you are ready will help you through your grief.
All the very best. x
Originally Posted by Hogzilla:
“Also sorry to hear of your loss. I don;t think you ever forget them or get over it, just kind of get used to living with the loss.
We had two dogs the same age as eachother - a staffie and a bull terrier, and sadly, staffie died aged 6 (brain tumour). It was all very sudden - he fell ill on xmas day and we had to take him to the vet's the first day they opened after xmas. We had him put to sleep the following day and the worst thing was, he was still quite lively and looked in the peak of physical health - muscly, good size, really shiny coat. Even the vet commented how fit he looked. It was awful waking up that day knowing we had to take him to put him to sleep, and I took him for a last walk. He was suddenly very ill during the walk and although he looked ok, he looked very unhappy and under the weather. He played with the neighbour's dog in the garden then we took him to be put to sleep, as the vet said there was nothing she could do and he would start to get very ill.
We decided to bring him home and bury him in the garden. Although Mr H was reluctant at first he realised we had done the right thing soon after. We'd got Harry on my son's birthday and my son is autistic - the dog had been his life, basically. We planted an apple tree over him and to this day when my son goes out anywhere, he always goes to 'Say hello to Harry' at the tree, first. Sometimes he just says he's going out to 'check Harry'.
The grave gave us a place to focus and my son did come to terms with it. He also gave a donation to a staffie rescue charity in the days after Harry died and that gave him something positive to focus on.
Our surviving dog is now 10. I think of Harry every day though as he used to run upstairs, wake me up by standing on me, then sit at the end of the bed looking out the window. So every single morning, 4 years on even, we wake and he's not there and we miss him. But it gets easier.
We lost another staffie years ago, aged 6 too. (Also cancer). We have her photo in a frame in the living room alongside all the family pics, and never forget her, and still talk about her.
You could plant a tree in Casey's memory. My son finds it really helpful, visiting the little apple tree.”
“Also sorry to hear of your loss. I don;t think you ever forget them or get over it, just kind of get used to living with the loss.
We had two dogs the same age as eachother - a staffie and a bull terrier, and sadly, staffie died aged 6 (brain tumour). It was all very sudden - he fell ill on xmas day and we had to take him to the vet's the first day they opened after xmas. We had him put to sleep the following day and the worst thing was, he was still quite lively and looked in the peak of physical health - muscly, good size, really shiny coat. Even the vet commented how fit he looked. It was awful waking up that day knowing we had to take him to put him to sleep, and I took him for a last walk. He was suddenly very ill during the walk and although he looked ok, he looked very unhappy and under the weather. He played with the neighbour's dog in the garden then we took him to be put to sleep, as the vet said there was nothing she could do and he would start to get very ill.
We decided to bring him home and bury him in the garden. Although Mr H was reluctant at first he realised we had done the right thing soon after. We'd got Harry on my son's birthday and my son is autistic - the dog had been his life, basically. We planted an apple tree over him and to this day when my son goes out anywhere, he always goes to 'Say hello to Harry' at the tree, first. Sometimes he just says he's going out to 'check Harry'.
The grave gave us a place to focus and my son did come to terms with it. He also gave a donation to a staffie rescue charity in the days after Harry died and that gave him something positive to focus on.
Our surviving dog is now 10. I think of Harry every day though as he used to run upstairs, wake me up by standing on me, then sit at the end of the bed looking out the window. So every single morning, 4 years on even, we wake and he's not there and we miss him. But it gets easier.
We lost another staffie years ago, aged 6 too. (Also cancer). We have her photo in a frame in the living room alongside all the family pics, and never forget her, and still talk about her.
You could plant a tree in Casey's memory. My son finds it really helpful, visiting the little apple tree.”
Thank you that's a really nice idea, we had Casey cremated and have had her cremains returned to us, We have them on the fireplace in the living room, and my daughters insist on kissing the nameplate each and everytime we leave the house, I on the other hand can't look at them without Crying yet, and my husband thinks it might be a good idea to move them somewhere where i don't have to see them all the time, I might bury them in the garden and plant the tree in the spot, it will be something to always remember my precious girl by.
I too find getting up in the morning the hardest, she was always there by the side of our bed to greet us, or on the bed standing over us (if she got impatient waiting for us to wake up) every morning even when she was so poorly she had to drag herself up the stairs and my husband had to carry her back down without fail, so now when i open my eyes and shes not there it hits me hard she's gone.
Thank you so much for telling me about your dogs, and i'm sorry for your loss. xx
Originally Posted by The Lost Boy:
“Wow, that's sad. I'm at work & have just had to say i've got something in my eye!
I feel for you. We have a Boxer and he is a MASSIVE part of our family. Only people that have owned a Boxer will understand. They are more human than animal.”
“Wow, that's sad. I'm at work & have just had to say i've got something in my eye!
I feel for you. We have a Boxer and he is a MASSIVE part of our family. Only people that have owned a Boxer will understand. They are more human than animal.”
Arn't they just, they are a great breed and Casey was so good with our 3 children, I think she actually thought she was one of them, she used to love joining in when they were playing. Hide and seek was her favourite, although they didn''t think so, she used to give them away to the finder every time!!!.
Thank you xx
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