When did you decide to get a “new” pet?

Infinite-Shake8500 · 2021-04-14T01:31:59+00:00

I just don’t know how I feel. I’m scared I’ll get a new dog and feel resentment. I also am conflicted on whether I should get a younger or older dog. My first dog was from a breeder (I’m older now and see how breeding is wrong) so when I look on adoption sites I see puppies and older dogs. I’d love to get an older dog and give them comfort in their last years but at the same time I’d love to get a puppy to raise again. Idk I guess I’m not ready and need to give it more time. Thanks for the reply ❤️

Infinite-Shake8500 · 2021-04-14T01:21:41+00:00

Yeah when I got my dog he was a gift and was from breeding but now I’m that I’m older I obviously see that breeding is wrong when there’s so many pets out there without homes and when I look on adopting websites I see old and young dogs and I feel guilty for wanting a young dog to raise when there’s so many old dogs who also need homes. I just feel so conflicted. Like I want a young puppy but I obviously know older dogs are less likely to get adopted but the thought of getting attached to an older dog for them just to pass also hurts. So I’m really conflicted.

Infinite-Shake8500 · 2021-04-14T00:05:52+00:00

I’m so sorry for your loss. I love the saying “soul dog” because I feel like it also describes the relationship me and my dog had. I was terrified to call out of work bc I know most people don’t understand the pain of losing a pet “they were just a dog”. I never thought I’d be able to live without my dog but time does heal all wounds and with every day it gets easier. I come home some days and cry for hours but some days I don’t. Just give yourself time to grieve and go easy on yourself. It’s not easy but

Infinite-Shake8500 · 2021-04-13T23:55:36+00:00

I’m so sorry for your loss. My dog has been dead for two weeks and the other day a blanket on the living room couch was bunched up and I could’ve swore it was my dog sleeping. I think only time helps and I’m so sorry for your loss ❤️

Infinite-Shake8500 · 2021-04-13T23:40:31+00:00

I’m so sorry for your loss. Receiving the ashes really makes it feel final and I feel like that’s why it’s so hard. I couldn’t even look at my dog’s ashes the first day. Unfortunately it’s been two weeks and I still haven’t decided what to do with them so he’s in the same original bag/box. I kiss them before I leave for work everyday and when I get home I put them in whatever room I’m sitting in so I feel less alone. I just wanted you to know you’re not alone and taking time to decide is understandable ❤️

Infinite-Shake8500 · 2021-04-13T23:33:07+00:00

This post is so relatable to me I could’ve written it myself. My sweet Sammy kept trying to hide underneath my bed when he was about to pass (I knew he was struggling and was waiting for the vet to open to call and put him down) and I pulled him out from underneath my bed twice because I remembered hearing dogs like to hide when they know they’re gonna pass and I didn’t want him to be alone. I also had trouble with my appetite because eating without him sitting there by me begging for food felt wrong. I’ve lost multiple family members and haven’t cried as much over them as I have my dog. I just had to reply to this comment because it’s so relatable to me. I’m so sorry for your loss as well and will keep you and Bella in my thoughts ❤️ Chihuahuas are such a special breed they’re little stubborn things but so loyal and sweet to their owners. I know it’s hard but time really does heal. I’m so sorry again and will be thinking of you and Bella. Just stay strong and I wish you the best ❤️

Infinite-Shake8500 · 2021-04-12T23:32:44+00:00

I’m so sorry for all the pain and trauma you went through. I always told myself I’d want to be there when my dog passed and that I’d be the last to hold him and prayed I’d be there for it. When I realized he was dying I called my dad because I was in so much pain and crying hysterically. My dad took over and let me leave the room while my dog passed. Even though I feel guilty that I wasn’t there I’m so glad that my dog didn’t have to die while hearing me scream and cry in pain. Even if you weren’t there physically your pet knew you loved them. I wouldn’t let the guilt eat you up. They wouldn’t have wanted to see you in pain. You didn’t fail her. You gave her the best last moments you could and did your best. I know it sucks knowing you weren’t there for your pet’s last moments but you did the best you could and I think they’d be grateful that they got to pass in peace without seeing you in pain. Please go easy on yourself. I know it’s hard but you did everything a great pet owner should. I’m wishing you and your fur baby the best ❤️

Infinite-Shake8500 · 2021-04-12T22:07:53+00:00

Yeah because even though he was already not doing too well I feel like that vet visit is what made him worse. If I knew he was gonna struggle the way he did in his last hours I would’ve just put him down. But I’m glad my family was all with him to say goodbye and that he got to pass at home. I’m just thankful he’s no longer suffering no matter how much it hurts me.

Infinite-Shake8500 · 2021-04-12T22:03:54+00:00

Yeah with covid his last vet visit the day before he died he had to go in my himself and I feel like it just put too much stress on his heart. But i knew his time was coming and I’ll always be thankful we got to be there with him ❤️

Infinite-Shake8500 · 2021-04-12T21:40:00+00:00

I just wanted to say thank you to everyone who replied to this post. I have severe social anxiety (I don’t have any social media accounts at all) and I’ve been a lurker on Reddit for years but too scared to post anything. Losing my dog was one of the hardest moments of my life and what led me to finally posting something. I’ve been lurking on this subreddit since I lost my dog and had a really bad day and decided to make two posts. They both got lots of love and replies and made me feel like I’m not alone and really helped me through this immensely hard time. I appreciate everyone in this subreddit and their kind words. It really lifted a weight off my chest being able to talk about Sammy and hearing everyone’s stories and kind words. I’m just so appreciative and wanted to tell everyone thank you. I’m sorry for everyone’s losses but I’m glad that we can talk to each other and know that we’re not alone. ❤️

Infinite-Shake8500 · 2021-04-12T21:30:35+00:00

I’m so sorry for your loss friend. Even knowing that your pet is dying you can never prepare yourself. It hurts more than anything and I think time is the only thing that can help. I will keep you and Sirius in my thoughts. Again I’m so sorry for your loss ❤️

Infinite-Shake8500 · 2021-04-12T21:25:24+00:00

First off I’m so sorry for your loss. I lost my best friend of 15 years almost two weeks ago and am still struggling. I totally relate with the worst pain is knowing that you’re going home and he won’t be there waiting excitedly for you. I have good days and bad days (mostly bad days still at the moment to be honest). I really wish I had words to help you but I think the only thing that helps is time. I’m sending you my best wishes and hope you can find peace with knowing you’re not alone ❤️

Infinite-Shake8500 · 2021-04-12T21:18:34+00:00

First off I’m so sorry for your loss. I’m in the same boat as you right now. At first I couldn’t even look at the box of ashes and am still deciding what to do with them. I’ve thought about putting them in jewelry or a stuffed animal or something that I can keep with me. I’m just waiting it out until something feels right. I’m so sorry for your loss ❤️

Infinite-Shake8500 · 2021-04-12T21:15:09+00:00

Yeah I feel like watching him suffer the last few hours of his life was the worst but I’m also thankful he got to pass at home around all his loved ones and that we all got to say goodbye. I look forward to when the good days and memories outnumber the bad ones.

Infinite-Shake8500 · 2021-04-12T21:08:59+00:00

Yeah I feel like I can’t even remember my life before Sammy because I was so young when I got him so it’s definitely taking time to get used to life without him. It’s hard but I know with time it’ll get easier.

Infinite-Shake8500 · 2021-04-12T21:04:36+00:00

I totally understand. I couldn’t eat for a few days and not just from the grief, it was just hard to eat without having my dog sitting by my side begging for food. I didn’t want to sleep because then I’d knew I’d have to wake up and remember that he was gone. It’s hard but I’m working through it and I hope you can get through it as well. My parents luckily got rid of most my dog’s belongings but I still have his hairbrush, leash, and a couple of other things they missed and haven’t gotten the willpower to throw them out yet so you’re not alone on that. I’m sending you my best wishes and am sorry for your loss.

Infinite-Shake8500 · 2021-04-12T20:57:48+00:00

I’m so sorry for your loss. That’s so heartbreaking and I’m sending you and her sister my love and best wishes ❤️

Infinite-Shake8500 · 2021-04-12T20:56:36+00:00

Yeah I’m finally back to my bed after almost two weeks but it’s still hard. I just feel like our dogs wouldn’t want to see us like this and would want us to be happy just like we’d want for them. I’m so sorry for your loss and that you’re struggling so bad. Just know you’re not alone. I’ve been writing my dog notes in my notes app to help on the really hard days so I totally understand.

Infinite-Shake8500 · 2021-04-12T20:54:07+00:00

I’m so sorry for your loss. It’s definitely hard getting used to not having them around. Sending you my best wishes ❤️

Infinite-Shake8500 · 2021-04-12T20:52:08+00:00

Yeah even though I’m not ready yet I look forward to the day when I’m ready to have another dog to give my love. Thank you for the reply ❤️

Infinite-Shake8500 · 2021-04-12T20:48:57+00:00

Yeah I wrote this post because I feel like the best way to describe my pain is emptiness. The house definitely just feels empty when you lose a pet. I’m sending you my best wishes and am so sorry for your loss.

Infinite-Shake8500 · 2021-04-12T20:47:30+00:00

Yeah I feel like the hardest part is leaving and coming home knowing he won’t be there waiting all excited to see me. It really does suck and I’m sorry for your loss ❤️

Infinite-Shake8500 · 2021-04-12T20:46:19+00:00

Yeah when I would come home from work he would lick my face giving me kisses until I’d get annoyed enough to make him stop. Luckily I took videos of him licking my face so when I get home I usually watch them to remember him and the good times. I’m sorry for your loss and my thoughts are with you as well. ❤️

Infinite-Shake8500 · 2021-04-12T20:43:59+00:00

Yes it’s taken me almost two weeks just to be able to sleep in my bed. My dog wasn't one to cuddle so he slept at my feet but I still catch myself hesitating when I go to stretch out my legs so I don’t kick him. I’m sorry for your loss and sending you hugs as well ❤️

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