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Post by Funk The Revival on Mar 22, 2017 11:07:03 GMT -5
I like reading this board to see people's experiences outside of wrestling, never really posted but just wanted to write this. I'm sure this thread has been posted before but perhaps I'll find it cathartic, writing myself. This morning around 6am, we had to put our dog of 10 years down. I work from home so I spent pretty much every minute round this big bugger and man I'm just heartbroken. One minute, I'm sad but okay, the next a blubbering mess. As I'm sure a lot of you have sadly gone through this, I'd like to hear some stories about how you managed this loss and just in general stories about your fallen friend. I know some people won't understand the imprint a pet can have on some people, so no need to tell me you don't, just those that do understand. Would go a really long way hearing from some of you guys RIP Oscar, you bloody beauty
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Post by Tank2420 on Mar 22, 2017 12:01:09 GMT -5
Sorry to hear about your loss. Loosing a loved pet is never easy, but time will help and eventually you will be ready for a new best friend. You have to be happy knowing that you provided him with a great life with lots of love. I personally always try to adopt or rescue. My big guy just turned 10 and I've had him since he was a pup, hoping to have lots of good years left with him.
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Post by TheSystem 1.5 on Mar 22, 2017 12:03:05 GMT -5
Sorry for your loss
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Post by drifter on Mar 22, 2017 12:56:25 GMT -5
I've always said, there is only one bad thing about being a dog lover and that is that you're guaranteed to outlive them. Like anyone will tell you, it sucks for a while after their gone, but like with other loss, eventually when you think of him, a smile will be more common then sadness, thinking about all the good times with him.
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Post by Grumpyoldman on Mar 22, 2017 13:20:16 GMT -5
So sad to read this. I hope the memories of happier times you had with Oscar will lessen the heartache you're feeling. I imagine you gave him the best life possible. A dog is part of your life, but you are everything to a dog's life.
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Post by Funk The Revival on Mar 22, 2017 13:40:10 GMT -5
Really appreciate it guys, means a lot to me. <3
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Post by mikey1974 on Mar 22, 2017 14:02:00 GMT -5
There's really no advice to give other than time will eventually heal your broken heart. In my life, I've had to have 2 dogs and 2 cats put to sleep. Wish I could say it gets easier, but every one still hurts fresh. Had to put my last dog down a little over a year ago, and it took several months to get over it. Like others have said, you will have this heartbreak, grief, and sadness at first. The worst is when you expect them to be there and they're not - forgetting and getting ready to take the dog for a walk, fill it's food bowl, wait for it to jump on the bed with you at night, etc.You'll not think about it, and just expect or start doing it, then you'll remember, "Oh,wait, I can't do that anymore", and it will hit you hard. Took me months to stop expecting my dog to be laying behind the door when I came home from work, and to be careful not to hit her with the door (sometimes she'd be lazy and not move). These are the worst things, and will hurt for awhile, til eventually you get into new habits of not doing or expecting these things. Eventually pain will turn to memories, memories will turn to smiles, and then eventually all you'll remember is the good times. But it WILL take time. Wish I could tell you how much, but of course it's different for each individual.
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Post by Mongo Bears on Mar 22, 2017 15:21:32 GMT -5
Sorry man I hope you feel better. I remember putting down the dog I grew up with it was rough but that was long ago
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Post by Deleted on Mar 22, 2017 15:34:30 GMT -5
Really sorry to hear this sort of thing.
Just be positive. Dogs > people
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Post by TheLastDude on Mar 23, 2017 21:27:58 GMT -5
Very sorry to read this. The only advice I can give you is that time will lessen the sting of the wound, but you can be grateful that his memory will always be with you. That's a wonderful gift that gives a little bit each and every day.
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Post by Nivro™ on Mar 23, 2017 21:34:59 GMT -5
My lil doggo is only 2 with a life expectancy of 12-15yrs. This is something Im already scared to death of. The 3 things in life Im absolutely terrified to lose are both my parents and my dog. I feel bad for you man. If and when the time comes for Cesar, if Im still around these parts, you all will probably see me lose it completely.
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Post by Funk The Revival on Mar 23, 2017 22:38:50 GMT -5
My lil doggo is only 2 with a life expectancy of 12-15yrs. This is something Im already scared to death of. The 3 things in life Im absolutely terrified to lose are both my parents and my dog. I feel bad for you man. If and when the time comes for Cesar, if Im still around these parts, you all will probably see me lose it completely. Yep, it's one of those things that always plays on your mind as they're getting older. But even though it's only been about 36 hours, I would 100% do those 10 years again regardless of the grief and pain of losing him. I'm already thinking back smiling to myself when he was around 2-3 running round on the field and will never lose those memories. Love/Life will always trump the feelings of Grief/Death.
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Post by Funk The Revival on Mar 23, 2017 22:39:27 GMT -5
Very sorry to read this. The only advice I can give you is that time will lessen the sting of the wound, but you can be grateful that his memory will always be with you. That's a wonderful gift that gives a little bit each and every day. Thank you sir, it really is
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Post by garbagemon on Mar 24, 2017 1:40:52 GMT -5
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I cannot think of a single dog or cat I have known or had since my childhood that did not hurt deeply when they passed away. Time heals the hurt, but sweet memories help in the long run. Knowing they had a good life with you is important, dogs don't have it so good in all parts of the world. There are a couple of sayings that I think about when I look at my own pups and make me glad they're in my life. The first one makes me grin: "Lock your wife and your dog in the trunk of your car, then come back and let them out after an hour, and see which one is happy to see you." A bad joke, but it's got one seed of truth, dogs are completely loyal and without boundaries for our friendship, and are so happy to be in our pack with us no matter the circumstances. The other one makes me a little sad: "Our dogs look at us and say 'They are ageless elves, never changing, even as I age, and my joints stiffen.'" That's why we get to spoil them rotten, and give them the best we can all along. We'll be able to remember them, and not regret their journey with us.
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Post by ET had AIDS on Mar 24, 2017 8:44:38 GMT -5
Man, I understand 100%. I had to have my cat age 9 put to sleep because of the condition she was in (collapsed lung from god knows what... indoor cat, still not positive to this day). Still hurts and that was in 2001. I have a cat who is about 12, 13 years old now, Jello. He means more to me than most humans... I've had him in my life as long as anyone else at this point, since I stopped speaking to an old flame for good.... Save for family of course... Just 20 minutes ago I woke up really sick, and one thing that calms me down in the morning is curling up next to him and it has a calming effect that nothing else can really touch when I'm having anxiety and stomach issues right out of bed (to the point I'd have to plug my anxiety med up my ass just to keep it down, but I digress). Animals are really helpful for me... especially cats. I can't even fathom and my cat is overdue some shots--$200 to get them that I simply don't have. I hear him sneezing and get nervous, because he's had this lingering cat cold or something forever, but he's generally been healthy and gets along with his little step-brother (who has his shots up-to-date).... I try not to look down the road and always tell myself when the time comes, maybe I'll get a dog (a switch from cats), or if I need something simpler, a bird. I love animals... tough stuff... Have you considered whether or not you may look into getting another pet? :/ Sometimes it's hard to think about at first but can really help. I lost my cat of 20 years old when Jello would have been 9 or 10 and if not for having multiple cats, that would have hurt so much more than it did already. I mean, he was 20 years old...legitimately. Not cat years. And pretty healthy right to the end when he fell and it kinda went fast from there. It's never fun to lose animals. Wishing you the best friend.
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Post by Funk The Revival on Mar 24, 2017 9:53:16 GMT -5
Thanks for the post. Like you said, I think the companionship and love you feel from your pet really is special. Somewhere down the line, I'd be happy to welcome in a new friend. We got a little picture and candle for him next to the fireplace where his bed was and when we get his ashes, I think having that closure will really help. Hope your cat is okay!
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Post by Mr. Old School™ on Mar 26, 2017 22:23:34 GMT -5
Truly sorry for your loss. Just know they are in a better place without any suffering.
Just remember all the good times & memories and hold onto them forever and never forget.
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Post by Valbroski on Mar 27, 2017 18:41:12 GMT -5
Sorry to hear that, man. I've lost enough animals to know how hard it is.
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