Missed everyone

My name is Anna, but I use Dasie for everything else.

I talked to my husband about a different breed for the same reason - I don't want to feel like I'm replacing her.  Maltese is  the  only breed my husband prefers.  Dasie would only sit in his lap when traveling..never mine.  The same when we sat on the sofa.  He said it was because I was always messing with her.  But other than those instances, she was at my heels no matter where I was.

I sincerely appreciate all the kindness I've been shown.

 

 

Sorry for your loss !

Thank you and congratulations on your amazing weight loss success.

I have missed seeing your posts on here.  The loss of a pet can be so profound and deep.  My dad's dog died almost 2 months ago and he said that he did not grieve over his parents like this.  With time it gets a little easier.  Please know how much love you had for your sweet pup and that this love will always be with you.  If you decide to get another dog you are not dishonoring Dasie buy honoring her spirit by loving another animal.  Only you will know when the time will be right though for you.  I often tell my sweet Gracie to send me another one when she has gone on to pet heaven and to send me another sweet doggie.  Their love is unbelievable.

Blessings being sent your way....hang on!!!

Jennifer

I can relate to what your Dad said.  She was my first real pet.  When growing up we had 2 dogs, but they were given to my brother & sister; I  was the youngest.  The unconditional love we receive from a pet is deeper, in many ways, than what we receive from others.  They don't judge us - they just love and want to be loved.  Thank you for telling me about your Dad.  I hope he is doing better too.

I'm so, so sorry for your loss.  I lost my 12 year old Chihuahua earlier this year and I know how hard that is.  While I still had 3 other dogs, Tazzie, his mate and Princess and Pepper, their babies, I felt a void, too, and I rescued Winston.  He is a very lively boy, a contrast to JJ who was sick his last few years and very sedentary.  Winston is always running around and hyper vigilant about everything.  He is a clown who makes me laugh all the time.  I also got a cat, Larry.  At first I was just going to get a cat but then Winston came along.  They have helped fill the void and I recommend it for you, too.  It isn't disrespect to Dasie, it is a tribute to the love she brought you and want to share with another animal.  A new pet won't replace Dasie but it will give you a place to give your love that she gave you.  A puppy is great because they need so much attention it will make you feel like a new person.  That puppy will be so lucky to experience all the love you have to give.

Thanks Tazz...I know you are right.  I need another dog to keep me company and to pour myself into.  Everything happened so fast.  The night before she passed she was running around and behaving like a 2 year old.  The kind of tumor she had is aggressive and eventually ruptures and bleeds.  That is what happened the night I bumped her..  I didn't see her and the mass began bleeding.  We were sent to a cardiologist who was going to drain the fluid, but we got to the clinic late in the evening.  They were not going to do the procedure until the next morning, and I would not leave her. When we returned the next day her body had started absorbing the fluid, and she began getting better.  They warned us she could go at any moment, but I guess I did not believe them.  Then she went Down very quickly.  The tumor ruptured again,when  I was alone with her.  She passed on the floor but came back. My husband rushed home to get us to our Vet.  She passed again with our Vet.  Her heart stopped completely and she stopped breathing but again came back.  Our Vet said it was amazing how she kept fighting.   She finally euthanized her.  She just kept fighting till the end.  She was an amazing pet.

Hi Daisie, I'm so sorry to hear about your pooch and am sending you a BIG ((hug)).  BTW I don't think it's too soon to get a new dog.  I think you'll probably find that it's a long couple of weeks 'til 10th Jan and you may kick yourself for not taking the opportunity.

The breeder said the same thing.  She is actually a middle-man to breeders and supplies to the Houston and surrounding areas.  Her dogs are adorable and all have that typical Maltese face and markings.  Thank you for the Hugs.

Sorry for your loss. Animals are more than family. They are loyal and loving even when our families desert us.
If you are an a imal lover and your pet-friend has passed (or Gd Forbid Bernard killed) you need a "replacement" - but only when you are ready. Maybe a different breed or opposite sex. And maybe the litter due soon is just the right timing for you as pooch as it grows is there as your visual aid even if not trained as such.
Best wishes on however you choose.
Mikimi in Israel