Saying goodbye to your best friend

Sorry to hear that. We lost two in two weeks last month. The Boxer was down to old age and was expected, the Boston was a surprise but it was kidney failure so nothing we could do.

It happens. Got another wee fella to replace the Boston, but I'm not getting another Boxer - absolute lunatics!
 
That's very sad and I completely relate to the emotional support dogs can give. We have a two year old male border collie and whilst they traditionally have a long life span, I already dread life without him and can't imagine it. He kept my head on during the lockdowns and other tough times in life, and all he ever wants in exchange is to be fed and played with.
 
blueinsa said:
This time last Saturday, our oldest miniature dachshund Peppa suddenly lost use of her back legs due to what we think is IVDD, a common issue with the breed. She was still bright and seemingly not in too much pain and with the right pain medication and strict crate rest over a 6-8 week period, it is possible for them to recover in between 30-80% of cases in dogs her age (9) and with the level of paralysis she suffered, grade 3/4 out of 5.

Sadly this week things have got worse to the point she is now almost completely paralysed it seems and is obviously in pain despite the meds.

We are devastated but this morning we will have to say goodbye to her. She has been a magnificent friend to us as a family. She was bought as my support dog at a time when I was suffering through a bad mental health period and she was always there for me. A more gentle girl you would be hard pressed to find and whoever came across her, instantly fell in love with her due to her nature.

Sorry for unloading this on here about my dog.

We love you Peppa and always will x
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What a gorgeous dog, I feel so sorry for Peppa and all of you.

We lost Scamp a cocker spaniel who was as mad as a box of frogs in very similar circumstances over ten years ago. Could not replace him for over five years but now we do have Freddie who is a beautiful Border Collie.

Stay strong, you know it's what Peppa would wish for!
 
malg said:
Sorry to hear that. We lost two in two weeks last month. The Boxer was down to old age and was expected, the Boston was a surprise but it was kidney failure so nothing we could do.

It happens. Got another wee fella to replace the Boston, but I'm not getting another Boxer - absolute lunatics!
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Love boxers, I've had 2 and there's very few breeds as affectionate.
 
blueinsa said:
This time last Saturday, our oldest miniature dachshund Peppa suddenly lost use of her back legs due to what we think is IVDD, a common issue with the breed. She was still bright and seemingly not in too much pain and with the right pain medication and strict crate rest over a 6-8 week period, it is possible for them to recover in between 30-80% of cases in dogs her age (9) and with the level of paralysis she suffered, grade 3/4 out of 5.

Sadly this week things have got worse to the point she is now almost completely paralysed it seems and is obviously in pain despite the meds.

We are devastated but this morning we will have to say goodbye to her. She has been a magnificent friend to us as a family. She was bought as my support dog at a time when I was suffering through a bad mental health period and she was always there for me. A more gentle girl you would be hard pressed to find and whoever came across her, instantly fell in love with her due to her nature.

Sorry for unloading this on here about my dog.

We love you Peppa and always will x
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Dogs are part of the family mate,loyalty unbound don’t ever feel the need to apologise, so sorry for your loss i’ve been there its heartbreaking
 
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