I woke up today to find my Rottweiler was not able to standup like usual... He's been around longer than any other friend in my life at this point, he's been thru alot in his life, I even had to give him cpr at one point when a stranger wrapped a chain around his throat in a parking lot while I was in Sams club, eyes rolled back, pooped himself, pee'd himself....he was gone....but he came back for me. I havent heard from the Vet yet.....but from reading and talking to the vet at first, it just doesnt sound good. I've lost my entire family in the past 8 months, aunts, grandmother who raised me, mother, friend.......now my best friend seems to getting taken away... Its just me, my daughter, my lady and my lil Pitbull, the house isnt the same without my buddy here Im hurtin like Ive never hurt before Why? I feel like ive done something wrong in some way.. Still searchin.. Thanks for a place to vent GK, pot or not, we all have a story, this is mine asssit:
No wonder you and I have been butting at it like billy goats, same here seCrete. On top on my Uncles deaths, new child, moving, deciding to buy a house (thread to come), job changes and blah blah, life is a fucking bitch. Our ten year old lab was having pains for a week in her neck. Luckily she just slept wrong and it went away after a little aspirin and some normal rest. I was literally two minutes from taking her to the Vet at one point. I talked to two Vet-Tech friends before I decided to give it another day. She was fine till we left for a long work day and decided she wanted some molded bread on the counter meant for the outside. She was fine again in a few days. Didn't get the bread. Not saying that is the same problem, but scared the shit out me with my old lab.
My Dogs 14yrs old and the other day my Dad was out walking it and an old woman was telling him how strong and fast the dog looks for its age,my Dad said the Dog had been coughing up like the way a cat does with furballs.She went on to tell my ad thats what her dog did then its back legs went and it had 2 types of cancer. So now my Dads freaking thinking the Dogs gonna go. Be a sad motherfucking day when it does.That dogs lived many adventures by my side.Keep the chin up CC:sad4:
Yo CC I'm really sorry to hear this. AS you probably know I'm a dog guy. My wife and I have never been able to have kids so we have a lot of dogs and this year just before Christmas ... literally 3 days before Christmas we had to put down our oldest girl. She was 14 years old and was in a bad way. She couldn't stand on her own or move around at all. She had hip dysplasia that we managed with supplements and pain meds for a long while but in the end it was cancer that set in throughout her body that did her in. It was the hardest thing I have ever had to do. We had the vet come out to the house and put her down where she was most comfortable and the wife and I buried her in the yard. I'm still grieving her loss. She was literally my best friend for most of my adult life. She'll always be in my heart. I know how bad it hurts when they get ill and leave us. Just as much as any person I have ever lost in my life. They are our family members just with 4 legs and fur. I hope you get good news from the vet but if not my thoughts and prayers are with you.
CC I am incredibly sorry for your pain. My avatar says all i need to about my love of man's best friend. Give way more than they ever take and its always unconditional. Im sure the lil pit will be suffering as well. I hope you can find peace somehow and somewhere.
Aw dude, had no idea it piled up on you like that. Familiar with the background on your grandma. Heartfelt condolences, that had to be a tough one. Pooches pass. Miss every one that shared a bit of it's life with me. As men we probably share more with our dogs than even our wives which makes them page markers of events and emotions for us. Sucks when the page turns. Take care, feel for ya man.
I just going to say it sucks buddy. I cried like a baby when we lost our last one. I don't look forward to the day we go through it again. You in my thought buddy. :redbong:
to hear that... Just 5 min. ago, I saw on FB where someone near here has to get rid of two Rotty sisters due to divorce. I'd never move somewhere I couldn't have my boys. Take comfort in knowing that eleven yrs. for a Rott is a full life.
Bone cancer.. FUCK YOU cancer, you've ruined my life for the past 7months. Now my dog too? WTF The vet said he couldnt have had a better life, he said my boys blood test showed the body of a 3yr old dog. Just that the bone was getting eaten and destroying him from the inside of his bones on out. Otherwise he had many years left. He never yelped, limped or cried.....he was a tough badass strong pup till the moment I had to walk away. I remember a few days in the winter of 2003, cold...in the 20s during the day. I was a dumbass kid and decided to party away my paycheck. So my gas got shut off. I came home to a freezing house that night. I mustered up the balls to take a cold shower and jump in bed right after...I had chills like none other.....until my Rottie jumped up in bed with me, he lay'd and we snuggled like he was my savior. That dog kept me warm thru a few of those nights, in bed, like a best friend would've done and did do. In all my depressions, he was something to hold onto and pour my heart out to. We swam together, ate together, he was my only protector for many years, my only friend at times. All he wanted back was some attention and a good meal. I gave him the best I could and he shaped my life for years to come. I purchased homes that were only dog friendly first and good for me after that. He meant more to me than I meant to myself. I also remember my 5'0 tall 100lb 80yr old grandmother walking him up and down my road. People thought she was nuts. But he loved her more than life and only slowly walked at her pace. He laid by her side as her body broke down from the cancer that took her life as well. I took care of my grandma in my home till that day, the moment she was gone, he was there laying by her side, as he always would for her and me and my girl and my daughter.......he made sure we were safe. Always... Thanks for all the kind words everyone. This is beyond what i would have thought it wouldve been. Heartbroken:eusa_eh:
You're gonna make me cry. My 1st Rotty was a female stray. Nobody claimed her. Between places, my GM boarded her. She would walk on leash every day. MomMom loved her! If Dookie growls when playing with me, Bull is right there, ready to fuck him up. My bff's Mastiff got bone CA. Talked him into removing right front leg. Dog got around great, but the chemo got to him. I feel for you Chris. Sometimes I look at my boys and dread the day, but it's all part of life. I'd rather face the day than never have the joy :thumbsup:
I am so sorry man He sounds like he was a wonderful loving friend. Dogs are the best and they are the worst. We get so close to them and then they leave us it seems right when we love them the most. He took a piece of your heart but left you all of his. There are so many dogs that do not get as lucky as he did. When the time is right get another one. They will never replace him but your heart needs a dog in your life, I think we all do.
i feel you cc our dogs are our family. it never is easy to say good bye. thoughts are with you through this..peace,b4e
Isnt any easier today.....he always slept by my side, on my side of the bed. I usually had to put my feet in between his legs as he slept his bed, just to get up....its was a pain in the butt, but damn do I miss it now. Im goin to get tattoo'd in a few days for him, its how I heal I guess. Too say the least, ive gotten a lot of work done recently, unwanted but deserved ya know... I thought Id be able to get another pup but...the more I think about it, this is too painful to knowingly repeat again. Im a softie I guess....I lead with my emotions sometimes and on this one, I just cant. When my dogs were pups, I had 2 special collars handmade from a local old leather craftsman.....he did an amazing job, they were always complimented and almost looked "classy" when they wore them. When I took him to he vets, I went and got his collar for him, as soon as he saw it, he perked up and i saw him overjoyed as usual. It was tough to pull it off and only walkout with that in my hand. He looked saddened and unsuspecting of the future. We'll meet again ole' boy....in due time....and Ill have your collar waiting for you. I love you Juice...
Dude Much love your way man. Scotch is glued to my side when we sleep. I cant imagine not waking up next to him and his big red nose in my face. There may come a time when you can accept another pup. Or maybe a special rescue. Until then enjoy the memories and be thankful for the time you had. Getting ink is a great way to remember. Thats why i got scotch's portrait done while he is still here.
I am late to the show here CC, but hang in there. We have four dogs and they are family. Know what you mean bout having to maneuver out of bed cause our 70 lb Lab is usually glued in by my knees. Hopefully ,in time, a new best friend will come your way. Take care. BBT
sucks my dude...no words to tell you that will make you fell better hopefully all returns to somewhat normal for you and your family soon....word of advice, don't go out and get a replacement right away, i tried that before and it didn't turn out so well. give a proper mourning time
