• For users coming over from tmlfans.ca your username will remain the same but you will need to use the password reset feature (check your spam folder) on the login page in order to set your password. If you encounter issues, email Rick couchmanrick@gmail.com

The Official Pet Hall of Love/Fame for photos of members' beloved animal friends

Here is Presley!

y7e4u6ug.jpg

 
LittleHockeyFan said:
TheMightyOdin said:
I want a dog so badly I might quit my job.
Click to expand...

what does one have to do with the other???????????? :)
Click to expand...

I live alone and my work hours are terrible. I would be leaving the dog alone a lot. Also working during the night some nights and then coming home and sleeping during the day would be sucky for the dog as well.
 
TheMightyOdin said:
LittleHockeyFan said:
TheMightyOdin said:
I want a dog so badly I might quit my job.
Click to expand...

what does one have to do with the other???????????? :)
Click to expand...

I live alone and my work hours are terrible. I would be leaving the dog alone a lot. Also working during the night some nights and then coming home and sleeping during the day would be sucky for the dog as well.
Click to expand...

okay that makes perfect sense. And you're right. You need to quit your job and get a dog! :)
 
This may the best place for this, but it's 2:00 a.m and I can't sleep because my family cat just died in my arms.

188377_4764832151_9829_n.jpg

Sly was very timid with strangers but very loving towards myself and the rest of the family.  He was a terrific family pet.

From the sounds of what my parents described to me (when I moved out, I left him there since most everyone was there and he was used to the house), it sounds like he came down with a urinary tract infection...when I got there to get ready to take him to the vet, I think the stress led him to having a heart attack (he has a history of heart murmurs).  I tried to resuscitate him, but had no luck (I never really learned how to give mouth-to-mouth to a cat).  By the time I got him to the emergency vet, he was already gone.  He was only 7 years old.

I'm not sure why I'm rambling or posting this on a board where I've only met a handful of people, but I do feel a certain bond with you guys, and from this thread I know you guys know how I feel about my pet, so it feels like a good place to ramble.

But yeah....tonight was a rough night, and I imagine it will be a rough few days too.  My girlfriend is telling me to think of the happy times, but all I can think about is his limp body in my arms.  Do you guys have any tips on getting through the first few days?  Especially sleeping the first night (or should I simply accept that it's probably not going to happen?)
 
louisstamos said:
This may the best place for this, but it's 2:00 a.m and I can't sleep because my family cat just died in my arms.

188377_4764832151_9829_n.jpg

Sly was very timid with strangers but very loving towards myself and the rest of the family.  He was a terrific family pet.

From the sounds of what my parents described to me (when I moved out, I left him there since most everyone was there and he was used to the house), it sounds like he came down with a urinary tract infection...when I got there to get ready to take him to the vet, I think the stress led him to having a heart attack (he has a history of heart murmurs).  I tried to resuscitate him, but had no luck (I never really learned how to give mouth-to-mouth to a cat).  By the time I got him to the emergency vet, he was already gone.  He was only 7 years old.

I'm not sure why I'm rambling or posting this on a board where I've only met a handful of people, but I do feel a certain bond with you guys, and from this thread I know you guys know how I feel about my pet, so it feels like a good place to ramble.

But yeah....tonight was a rough night, and I imagine it will be a rough few days too.  My girlfriend is telling me to think of the happy times, but all I can think about is his limp body in my arms.  Do you guys have any tips on getting through the first few days?  Especially sleeping the first night (or should I simply accept that it's probably not going to happen?)
Click to expand...

Sorry for your loss.

My cat is laying in my lap right now. I got him when I was 12 and he's 19 now and I know it's coming soon.

Remember the good times but just know that you were there at the end and that comforted him even if he didn't show it.

Love them while we have them.
 
ohmygod Louis :-( I've lost animals before, but never like that! So young and right in your arms. I'm so sorry for your loss. And I'm also sorry I have nothing helpful to say. Only thing I can think of is hang on to the happy memories, and always remember you were there for him at his end, and he knew it and felt your love.

*hugs* and I wish I could do more
LHF
 
So sorry louis. I don't know if there are any tips; it'll simple take time. While it's good to think of the good times, it's ok to let yourself be sad and to mourn.

I remember when my cat Sunny passed away. He had a particular spot where he'd always lie in my bedroom. It took weeks to stop looking there when entering my room.
 
It'll be tough, but my wife and I have come to the realization that it's probably Oliver's last summer. Oliver's our dog, a lab/shepherd mix. He's 9 1/2 but his health is starting to deteriorate quickly. He has hip displasia and bad arthritis in his hips and knees. It's been tough to watch but many times during the day he can't lift his body off the ground. He has very powerful forelegs and can lift his front end, but the back end just doesn't follow. We have to lift up his back for him. He's also got a massive tumor in his groin the size of a grapefruit. Unfortunately it's attached to his vital organs so there's nothing we can do.

I'm hoping he'll last the summer, but he hasn't been eating much in the last few days so I fear the end may come sooner then hoped. We won't let him suffer though.
 
Bullfrog said:
It'll be tough, but my wife and I have come to the realization that it's probably Oliver's last summer. Oliver's our dog, a lab/shepherd mix. He's 9 1/2 but his health is starting to deteriorate quickly. He has hip displasia and bad arthritis in his hips and knees. It's been tough to watch but many times during the day he can't lift his body off the ground. He has very powerful forelegs and can lift his front end, but the back end just doesn't follow. We have to lift up his back for him. He's also got a massive tumor in his groin the size of a grapefruit. Unfortunately it's attached to his vital organs so there's nothing we can do.

I'm hoping he'll last the summer, but he hasn't been eating much in the last few days so I fear the end may come sooner then hoped. We won't let him suffer though.
Click to expand...

That may be one of the toughest decisions in the world - you love your animal and want to maximize the time you spend with them, but at the same time, you don't want to see them in pain or suffer.

Here's to you and your family in these difficult times BF.  All the best.
 
Well, things have gotten worse in the last couple of weeks. His tumor has increased in size and it's now bleeding. He's lethargic and he's having troubles moving around. He's got a look in his eyes like he wants to go. Though that's probably just my subconscious trying to ease the guilt.

We've booked an appointment tomorrow to have him put down as we don't want him to suffer. And based on the speed of his deterioration, he'll be suffering soon.

Yesterday was really rough -- it's the day we made the decision. Today is a good day. We're hanging out and I'm going to take him for a short walk later. Tomorrow's going to be hell.  :'(
 
oh Froggydude, so sorry. I know how rough this is. Please know as difficult as it is, you're doing the right thing. My heart goes out to you, thoughts and prayers with you and poor puppy.

*hugs*
 
It's never easy, but holding him and comforting him when it happens, letting him know it's okay, that's the last great thing you can do for your friend.

I'll be thinking of you and yours today bud, truth be told I'm somewhat choked up just writing this, memories, take care.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

About Us

This website is NOT associated with the Toronto Maple Leafs or the NHL.


It is operated by Rick Couchman and Jeff Lewis.
Back
Top