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After 15 years of companionship the vet said within a month I have to put Jasper my dog down............Has anyone have to do this? I am not looking forward to this being my birthday in a couple of days. He has always gone fishing and camping with me all the times.(http://)(http://i980.photobucket.com/albums/ae290/jodycanfish/JASPER/100_0579.jpg)(http://)(http://i980.photobucket.com/albums/ae290/jodycanfish/100_0584.jpg)
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you gave him a good home and a good life man. a buddy of mine just had to do the same w/ his black lab, oddly enough also named jasper...it'll be hard for a couple days but time heals all wounds. take care & tight lines.
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so sorry to hear this.... enjoy the time you have with him now
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I put my yellow lab (Atilla) down 3 days before deploying to Iraq back in 2004 - Very, very tough. The vet was nice enough to come out to my house for the task, and then took Tilla away with her. Made it somewhat easier, but still tough. Got a new partner in crime when I came back - A great dog, but not Tilla.
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atleast you gave him a good life icefishing instead of sitting home waiting for you all day to come back.
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BEEN 3 YRS, SINCE I HAD TO PUT MY GIRL MISS BLOSSM DOWN, SHE WAS A rescue dog, but a great dog had her 9 yrs.---- had her creamated, her ashes and pic are sitting right next to my puter as i type.
PS, still waiting for her to come to the door, after she goes out.-- i know it will never happen, but thats how much i miss her. its TOUGH, I KNOW
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I have had to do it several times over my life and it sucks.
Do yourself a big favour, when you go to take him in Don't Stay.
It is much easier if you don't have to watch them go through it.
It's not terrible but the fact that your best friend slips away in you arms takes much longer to deal with. Just writing this brings a tear to my eye remembering my German Sheppard that I stayed with as she passed. That was back in the 80's.
My other dogs all I can remember are the good times not the bad.
That is my best advise for dealing with having to say goodbye to a good friend.
That and go to the shelter and find a new friend. I did!! ;D
I picked this guy up from the shelter when he was 12 or 14 weeks old.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/1003/DRIFTER_016/Sahtu/PB290103.jpg)
Now he's 2 1/2 years old and loves fishing.
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(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/1003/DRIFTER_016/Sahtu/Flash.jpg)
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That sucks JJK. Like others I've had to do the same thing. Wishing you all the strength in the world to help you deal with it.
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Been there a few times and it hurts. They are unconditional. Put my roadie down a year ago. Best bird dog I ever had. It gets better but you never forget the good ones. Got a new s#@teater a month ago. She's already getting to me. Still think about him alot. Damn Dogs anyway.
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Good luck JJK. Mines shepards almost 9 and am not looking forward to doing that.
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After 15 years of companionship the vet said within a month I have to put Jasper my dog down............Has anyone have to do this? I am not looking forward to this being my birthday in a couple of days. He has always gone fishing and camping with me all the times.
To be honest with you, this is going to be one of the toughest things you"ll have to do in life. :( I had a dog for 14 years , she went everywhere with me , and definitely was my bestfriend but in 1997 I had to have her put down due to her health . To this day
I can picture her looking at me as the Vet walked away with her. She knew that was going to be our last goodbye. But as someone said, time does make it easier but the memories will stay with you forever. I am sorry that you have to go through this and remember its ok to shed some tears, anyone whose been through this knows how tough it is! We're here for you , if you need a friend to talk to! Brenda aka icewoman
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Sorry to hear the sad news JJK, I have had to do this more than I care to remember. There is no easy remedy, only a moral duty to a good friend. Everyone has their own way of dealing with the task. I stay with my dogs when they are put down, the first dog I had to have put down I did not stay and I kicked myself in the butt ever since that day as I was not there for my best friend in his final moments. I also do not let the vet have the remains, I build a box (coffin) and put several items that the old boy liked (an old decoy or a fechin' stick) in with him. I am lucky enough that I own property along the Missouri river so I bury all my friends along the river bank, that's just my sappy little way of dealing with it. Some may think it's silly but if ya read my sig you'll know how I feel about other people's opinions. I have a good friend that owns a funeral home and he always told me that a funeral is for the living not the dead, it helps the living move on from that point and put perspective on what has transpired. I've always had at least 1 Lab and sometimes as many as 3 at one time, I probably always will have Labs. At least I always have someone to talk to, good luck and you'll be fine when it's all said and done. A new friend is a puppy away. Like the others have said it's okay to shed a tear, I am right now.
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My first Rottweiler was so big that it took my dad and myself just to carry her and put her in the back of the van. At the vets office the only vet on duty was a lady who only weighed 95 pounds so she had to do it in the van.. My dad was at home digging the grave with the backhoe...Now 14 years later I have another one that I hope she will at least last till summer and I will have to go through it again... Its not easy so all you can do is think that you gave them the best life you could..... I feel for you....
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AMEN Madpuppy well put
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Thank you from my whole family, I have decided to take him fishing one more time this weekend and treat him like a king. I know I am not suppose to do this but Jasper loves beer when he can sneak a can thats left unattened when we are camping, so as a treat he can have some with his favorite meals. Thanks again everyone for the support
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Its a tough thing to do. I had to put my shepherd down 10 years ago. his hips went. One of hardest things in life to do. just try to remember the good times.
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We have had to put five of them down over the years. The last time we said no more dogs. The girl in my avatar belongs to my son, but lives with us. I guess one more time is in store for us. :(
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Sorry about your loss brother; been there myself numerous time and it still hurts. Al you can do is think that you are making them safe and comfortable as they move onto the rainbow bridge.
Best of luck and get yourself another fishing pal as soon as you can. You are not replacing him only the void in your house and they will fill a missing piece in your heart.
Dan
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I grew up on a farm, in my 30 years I saw 3 dogs pass on. The last one was a mean border collie, one day I came home from work and he wasn't around, so I searched for him and I found him in an old play house out back. I berried him in the bush. But the next day when I got home from work I knew we had to have another dog, my dad and sister must have agreed, because we only went one day without a dog. That was 8 years ago, now we have a little mutt named scooter (nicknamed "shyster"), we sold the farm and she went with my parents, my dad passed away and my mom moved into a condo and she came to live with my wife and I, she will be a hard one to let go of, and I can see it will come too soon.
A new dog will help, it won't solve everything, but it will take your mind off the hurt.
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I am sure there will be a few of us this weekend having a beer with you both ... enjoy your fishing trip
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So sorry to hear about your companion. I have had to put 2 of my last dogs down before they were 3 years old. Harder to lose a dog, than some people. Do an online search for Rainbow Bridge Pet Poem. A friend had sent it to me when I lost my 1st dog. Hope it helps a little bit, everyone that has lost a dog will think about their companion when they read it
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i am not looking forward to that day.......i love my dogs so much and i know i will be a mess when the time comes......good luck and i assume you did everything in your power to make it a great life for your pup.....my condolences....jibbs
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I had to do this twice so far my chocklate lab Barney had cancer what i did was a kindness for him he was in pain and was going to suffer my lab Suzi also chocklate had a major heart attack . now i have sadie--Kelli--Drake--and Sampson all labs all hunting and fishing buddys . just remember when you cross the bridge they will be waiting i REALLY believe this i have to
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On the farm, we used to do it ourselves....feed em a great meal...take them for a nice walk/run/limp....play with them, pet them....take em for a walk at sundown as if we were going rabbit shooting....I know they died happy, quick, clean and never saw it coming.... here in America...things seem to be a little different. I was with my wife and her faithful black lab when he got his shot at the vets.....she cradled his head as he slipped away.....that affected me more than the ones I did or witnessed on the farm.....how humane are we really when we go "by the book"? Just a thought, not looking to start a flame war. By the way, all your stories about your buddies brought a tear to my eye as well....the saying goes "The dog is a gentleman; I hope to go to his heaven, not man's." ~Mark Twain, letter to W.D. Howells, 2 April 1899
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Thaks again to all of you,your replies have been soothing,this is harder on me than my family but I will keep an upper stiff lip while I can through this.Time to go home and have a stiff one with Jasper,take care everyone talk to yo tomorrow.
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It's tough, brother. But, unlike an earlier poster, I would definitely stay there as the vet puts your dog down. I always have for mine. Wouldn't you want someone you love by your side as you slip away? Stay with Jasper, hold him, talk to him, remind him of the good times you had together. It's going to be hard, don't get me wrong. But remember, your doing it for him...
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After 15 years of companionship the vet said within a month I have to put Jasper my dog down............Has anyone have to do this? I am not looking forward to this being my birthday in a couple of days. He has always gone fishing and camping with me all the times.
I haven't had to put one down in about a decade but I did just loose my best friend of 5 years the day after christmas to kidney failure, the pain is still horrendous and the nightmares are worse. They say that in time things get better and while I agree with them, the "time" they talk about is different for everyone. I am not even close to being comfortable with the fact that my best friend is gone but I deal with it, I cry alot (good thing I live alone) laugh some, and remember every second of being out with her that I can possibly remember and things are getting better but it is SLOW.
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I still tear up when I think about putting down my Beagle named Bandit down and its been over five years.
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I don't know what else to say that others haven't already said except I'm sorry and it sucks. I too had to do this and don't know if there's right way, a better way or an easier way but do what YOU think YOU should do and don't worry about what others think. Someone in this thread said happiness is just a puppy away. There is some truth to that. Good luck and remember the time when............
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I am sure there will be a few of us this weekend having a beer with you both ... enjoy your fishing trip
amen
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I'm sorry you have to go through with this. i have a couple time and i know that nobody looks forward to that day. a new puppy will definitely help but wont heal you fully. Best wishes to finding a new beer drinkin, ice fishin buddy.
JBN. :-[ :icefish:
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It's a tough thing to deal with I feel for you all had to put down 2 already, and I'm don't know how I'll be able to handle doing it again . The dog I have now(German Shepard) is the smartest and best dog we ever had.kinda hope I go first. :( :'( :'(
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Lost my male rottweiler in Sept 2009.(avatar) Lost the use of his rear legs and I had to put him down. Vet came out to the house. Toughest thing I ever had to do. I still expect to see him when I come home and crack the door. Not to be. I feel for ya. They are the best friends you`ll ever have after all is said and done.
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My german shepard is 13 and i know the day is coming for me soon so i can feel your pain man. Im taking her out with me and my buddy this weekend ( he has a german shepard also) and i promise you this at noon the 4 of us are going to have toast to you and yours. some people dont understand how much our dogs mean to us, they are better friends then most humans could ever be.
ps i consider my self to be pretty tuff but that was the hardest thread iv ever read i can tell you that much. :'(
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Wish there was something to say or do to make this an easier moment for you. Take heart in the fact that you were loved and respected by Jasper and that Jasper will be waiting for you when the day comes that you are back together. Just remember to bring a six-pack and a good stick. If you'll excuse me, I gotta dry my eyes and blow my nose. So sorry...
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Next to my chair, as I type this, is a collage of pictures with a pencil sketch (by my son) of our departed family pet, Miss Beasley. A good hunting beagle and loved family member. She's gone many years now, I can't replace her. We had to put her to rest with debilitating cancer. As difficult and emotional act as I've had to perform. The vet was kind and understanding. We said our goodbyes while she was alive.
I don't envy you your task, I envy you your memories.
RG
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Sorry for your loss I too put our dog down almost 2 yrs ago. This thread made me cry. We all feel your pain/ :'( :'( :'( Patches is next to me on the mantle. :'(
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Dogs are the best.
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Amen!
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JJK I would stay Hold Jaspers paw and SAY good bye. I've been there a few times not easy madpuppy got me filled up Fishgut got it finished. What is it about dogs that rip your heart out My best advise get a puppy wouldn't replace Jasper but will fill a void. I know the pain ART
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here is that rainbow bridge poem that was mentioned in the thread before. it holds hope for me in the fact that when its my time, i will be reunited with all the dogs that ive loved in the past. especially the one that i lost just recently, a lil beagle puppy, she was my lil lap dog.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....
Author unknown
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I'm sorry you're going through this. I had to put my German Shepherd down when she was 13. She was the best family dog I've ever had - Intelligent, loyal, protective, but GREAT with kids. Every child in the neighborhood knew and loved her. She used to get on the school bus every morning as if checking to make sure it was safe before letting the kids leave. The day I put her down I cried so hard I couldn't tell the vet why we were there - my Daughter had to do that. I stayed til the end because I felt I had to be there with her in her last moments - I owed her that much. I feel for you, but you'll get through it. The best advice I can offer is don't rush get another dog thinking he/she will be the same. Dogs like that come around once in a lifetime.
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Just got my first dog 9 months ago and he is my best friend anywhere i go he is right behind me could not imagine looking back and him not being there sorry it is the end for your dog but with the end its the beggining somewhere else now he will be fishing and camping forever!! :'(
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Have had one dog put down when i was younger that was the hardest she always accompanied me to the creek down by my house. I did have my best friend stolen one time too that was hard too she was a great hunting dog and loved to sit in the canoe and fish with me, someone from out of state offer to buy her form me, I declined went to school come back and she was gone. I feel for ya
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Just a story and some dog wisdom to help you along your journey:
Being a veterinarian, I had been called to examine a ten-year-old IrishWolfhound named Belker. The dog's owners, Ron, his wife Lisa, and their little boy Shane, were all very attached to Belker and they were hoping for a miracle.
I examined Belker and found he was dying. I told the family we couldn't do anything for Belker and offered to perform the euthanasia procedure for the old dog in their home. As we made arrangements, Ron and Lisa told me they thought it would be good for six-year-old Shane to observe the procedure. They felt as though Shane might learn something from the experience
The next day, I felt the familiar catch in my throat as Belker's family surrounded him. Shane seemed so calm, petting the old dog for the last time, that I wondered if he understood what was going on. Within a few minutes, Belker slipped peacefully away. The little boy seemed to accept Belker's transition without any difficulty or confusion. We sat together for a while after Belker's death, wondering aloud about the sad fact that animal lives are shorter than human lives.
Shane, who had been listening quietly, piped up, "I know why." Startled, we all turned to him. What came out of his mouth next stunned me. I'd never heard a more comforting explanation. He said, "People are born so that they can learn how to live a good life -- like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?" The six-year-old continued, "Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don't have to stay as long."
Live simply.
Love generously.
Care deeply.
Speak kindly.
Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like:
When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.
Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy.
Take naps.
Stretch before rising.
Run, romp, and play daily.
Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.
On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.
When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
Eat with gusto and enthusiasm. Stop when you have had enough.
Be loyal. Never pretend to be something you're not.
If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.
When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and nuzzle them gently.
Do me a favor and give Jasper a good rub behind the ears for me and tell him that he has friends in Wisconsin thinking about him.
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Well put Icedog
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Man posts like this literally hurt the heart
When I was 19 Years old my old man got sent to 9/11 to assist at ground zero. I quickly became the man of the house. We had a purebread german shepard names "Travis". He was about 120 lbs and had one ear that never stood up straight but was the nicest, best guard dog around with the best tempermant. Make a long story short, I had to put him down while my pops was in NYC. By far the hardest thing ever. Balled the whole way to the vet and home. I couldnt bring myself to stay with him in the room. I wanted to remember him in his best form and not layign on a table. He was having 4-5 seizures daily and out family at the time couldnt afford the meds for him. Still think about that day often......still hurts....
When I hit the hard water this weekend, I will have a swig of Wild Turkey American Honey for you both. It sucks bro, no reason to sugar coat it........and Im sorry. :tipup:
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Shedding a tear thinking about the day we had to put our lab down, but also smiling thinking about her and the happiness she brought our family. I didn't think I could stay with her on that day, but I did, and am glad I did. My wife and I comforted her as her suffering ended and she slipped peacefully away to a better place. If you choose to stay with him, try to take care of all of your paperwork with the vet ahead of time, this way you minimize your time dealing with people during this difficult time. So sorry for your loss!!
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JJK, I am very sorry to hear of your impending loss. Pets become as much of the family as anybody else it seems. They always seem to be there for you. As long as you keep Jasper in your heart he will always be your best ice fishing buddy, and I'm sure you will. I wish you nothing but the best.
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here is that rainbow bridge poem that was mentioned in the thread before. it holds hope for me in the fact that when its my time, i will be reunited with all the dogs that ive loved in the past. especially the one that i lost just recently, a lil beagle puppy, she was my lil lap dog.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....
Author unknown
Thank you for the poem..... it was very touching. Cheers JODY
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Just a story and some dog wisdom to help you along your journey:
Being a veterinarian, I had been called to examine a ten-year-old IrishWolfhound named Belker. The dog's owners, Ron, his wife Lisa, and their little boy Shane, were all very attached to Belker and they were hoping for a miracle.
I examined Belker and found he was dying. I told the family we couldn't do anything for Belker and offered to perform the euthanasia procedure for the old dog in their home. As we made arrangements, Ron and Lisa told me they thought it would be good for six-year-old Shane to observe the procedure. They felt as though Shane might learn something from the experience
The next day, I felt the familiar catch in my throat as Belker's family surrounded him. Shane seemed so calm, petting the old dog for the last time, that I wondered if he understood what was going on. Within a few minutes, Belker slipped peacefully away. The little boy seemed to accept Belker's transition without any difficulty or confusion. We sat together for a while after Belker's death, wondering aloud about the sad fact that animal lives are shorter than human lives.
Shane, who had been listening quietly, piped up, "I know why." Startled, we all turned to him. What came out of his mouth next stunned me. I'd never heard a more comforting explanation. He said, "People are born so that they can learn how to live a good life -- like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?" The six-year-old continued, "Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don't have to stay as long."
Live simply.
Love generously.
Care deeply.
Speak kindly.
Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like:
When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.
Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy.
Take naps.
Stretch before rising.
Run, romp, and play daily.
Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.
On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.
When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
Eat with gusto and enthusiasm. Stop when you have had enough.
Be loyal. Never pretend to be something you're not.
If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.
When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and nuzzle them gently.
Do me a favor and give Jasper a good rub behind the ears for me and tell him that he has friends in Wisconsin thinking about him.
Thank you all and I will give him many scratches behind the ears for you
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JJK, I have just sat here for the past 15 minutes reading through all the posts that have been added , shedding some tears and thinking back through all the pets I have had in my life. It is never easy to help a friend leave this world, yet a true friend would do all they can to make that easier and be there for them. I for one would be with my pet right to the end as I know they would be with me if I am to go first.
I love the way you said you were taking him out on the ice with you and going to treat him like a king for another day, bless you, you are a great person for thinking of him and I am sure that is just where he wants to be, not at home waiting, but out with you living and sharing in your love for one another, the time will come for the tears let now be for the time to make more happy memories. When it is all said and done, and the next out with out him, set your next round of flags for him, let me know and I will to the same for you and say a prayer for you and your friend.
Got2fish
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JJK, I have just sat here for the past 15 minutes reading through all the posts that have been added , shedding some tears and thinking back through all the pets I have had in my life. It is never easy to help a friend leave this world, yet a true friend would do all they can to make that easier and be there for them. I for one would be with my pet right to the end as I know they would be with me if I am to go first.
I love the way you said you were taking him out on the ice with you and going to treat him like a king for another day, bless you, you are a great person for thinking of him and I am sure that is just where he wants to be, not at home waiting, but out with you living and sharing in your love for one another, the time will come for the tears let now be for the time to make more happy memories. When it is all said and done, and the next out with out him, set your next round of flags for him, let me know and I will to the same for you and say a prayer for you and your friend.
Got2fish
Thank you and I will do this and let everyone know when he leaves......
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I had to do that to my old pal boots this last spring. She was 18 years old and it was time. I talked to the vet about it and he said: make a list of things Boots use to love to do and then make a list of things that she still can do. That hit home with me because the latest list wasn't even close to the same has her old list. It was still hard to do but the list made it make more sense and made it a bit easier.
(http://i981.photobucket.com/albums/ae296/slabhunter1/boots.jpg)
Good old boots is on the right. Picture from Dec. of 1998.
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I am very sorry for you. I too, have a Black Lab named Jasper that is almost 7. Not much more I can say..... Im sorry.
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this post is killing me . my brittney is 14 and i'm DREADING that day , i'll keep her with me as long as she's not in any pain . but how do i know if she's hurting . she's had minor injuries in the field that i know were painfull, and never showed it . i want to be there with her when the time comes . i wasn't with my last dog , a springer , and it's bothered me ever since . dogs :(
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this post is killing me . my brittney is 14 and i'm DREADING that day , i'll keep her with me as long as she's not in any pain . but how do i know if she's hurting . she's had minor injuries in the field that i know were painfull, and never showed it . i want to be there with her when the time comes . i wasn't with my last dog , a springer , and it's bothered me ever since . dogs :(
AS with Jasper every day things he use to do was very limited,look for signs like slowing down in activities, goes pee alot,blood shot eyes, loosing hair thats all I can tell you but these were the signs Jasper was having. Hoping the best for you
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Been there, done that, JJK. Part of having had the time to share is having to do the right thing. It's tough to do.
Know this: there are many more companions waiting to be chosen. Let your self have another one. They help us live longer, listen to our every word and don't talk back. My condolences.
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listen to our every word and don't talk back.
At least most don't, mines always lipping off at me and rolls his eyes when he doesn't want to do something I ask him to do. ;D
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Was in your shoes a year ago , my lab had kidney failure due to a Lyme complication. You will never forget him. To top that , you will mostly only remember the good times. Got a new Pup and i constantly call her by the old dogs name. Hang in there, you will know when it is time, ya just know.
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Do yourself a big favour, when you go to take him in Don't Stay.
It is much easier if you don't have to watch them go through it.
It's not terrible but the fact that your best friend slips away in you arms takes much longer to deal with
I totally disagree with this statement.Five years ago i had my rottie put to sleep.My wife went with me i was not going to go in the room with him.My wife looked at me and said you selfish ***** he was your best freind and always was there for you .Now act like a man, go in and hold him so his last memory is of you.It was the hardest thing i have ever done.But not a goes by that i dont thank my wife for telling me to go in there.If i would have let him go without me i would have regreted it fover ever. That being said i feel your pain and im deeply sorry.Remember we will will see them again on that big chunk of ice in the sky.
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MY BLOSSOM--,WHEN THE VETput the needle in her arm I HAD MY FACE,right in hers, . the last thing she seen was me. looked to me like she was thinking, i'm tired, and i want to go to sleep just like when she was a puppy. no regrets on that decision. She had kidney failure. and was very sick. i did all i could to save her, with the week long visits to the vet, it was worth the money spent, to try to get her better. vet said- there was nothing he could do to make her better.--his reputation-here was excellent. in the end she gave me a lick on the nose- and the vet said, SHE'S GONE.
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JJK,
Been there. Sucks. The next time I'm on the ice and running a string of jacks, I'll skip one...leave a gap. That will be the "missing mans best friend formation". A salute to your Jasper.
Sorry.
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Thats a good idea Vt. Piker, will do the same. For all our best friends that can't be there, until we can be together again.
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I just put down my Brittany last Nov, he was 12, he suffered quite a bit the last 12 month's but dreaded taking him to the vet as I knew what the outcome would be,but looking back it wasn't fair to the dog as he suffered to much, you will know when its time, you can see it in their eyes, but Mac was a great companion for me as I trialed him and hunted over him and then the last couple of years he accompanied me and my other Brittany fishing thru the winter and summer, he was quite the thief as he would wander around the ice visiting other fellow fisherman and steal the odd fish and bring it back to me and was proud as punch as he would drop the find at my feet looking for a pat on the head.
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sorry about the loss. i know its hard but just remember the good times you had with it on the ice, and everywhere else, give it time things WILL get better.
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to us 14 ,maybe 16 yrs isnt long to a dog or any pet its a life time ..i now what its like to lose close people at a young age ..but when youget a animal like these i read about you reallyhave to figure it will be in youor life for a short period...thats there life span...i am sorry to hear this because its almost like your just getting attached...to watch anythng suffer is alway and will be a drag ...sorry again
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JJK,
I can not tell you how bad I feel for you. Three weeks ago monday, I had to put down my best friend Reba. She meant everything to me. I knew the day was coming, but it came apon very quickly. It was best for her as she is not hurting anymore. I spent almost 13 years having her as my best friend and riding partner. The nite she died, I had a fire in the back yard in her honor and toasted her memories with a few beers and part of a bottle of Jack and cried like a baby. I think of her alot and will continue too. We had her cremated and have her ashes on the mantel of our fire place and I have her collar on the rear view mirror in my truck. I have tears in my eyes now thinking of Reba and you being in the spot your in. Enjoy Jasper now and do the right thing for him when the time comes. As for being there when the time comes, only you can decide. I was there with Reba and do not regret it. I was there to kiss her goodbye and share her last breath. God I loved that dog !
Good luck to both you and Jasper.. I will be thinking of both of you.
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MY BLOSSOM--,WHEN THE VETput the needle in her arm I HAD MY FACE,right in hers, . the last thing she seen was me. looked to me like she was thinking, i'm tired, and i want to go to sleep just like when she was a puppy. no regrets on that decision. She had kidney failure. and was very sick. i did all i could to save her, with the week long visits to the vet, it was worth the money spent, to try to get her better. vet said- there was nothing he could do to make her better.--his reputation-here was excellent. in the end she gave me a lick on the nose- and the vet said, SHE'S GONE.
I agree wholeheartedly. It's the right thing to do and I'm really glad my Daughter and I were there for her last seconds. I know it was comforting for her to see us holding her as she slipped away.
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After 15 years of companionship the vet said within a month I have to put Jasper my dog down............Has anyone have to do this? I am not looking forward to this being my birthday in a couple of days. He has always gone fishing and camping with me all the times.
sorry to hear it.ive had to do the same several times.ive spent more time with my labs the my friends over the past 20 yrs. and it never gets any easier.the vet told me with my last lab,baron,not to put him down just let happen what is meant to be.i was torn as i didnt want to see him suffer.in the end i was glad i didnt,there was a 3 day period 1 day before he passed that he was himself again running retrieving,acting like the pup he always was.im glad we had those couple of good days! WE AS DOG LOVERS KNOW FROM THE BEGINING THAT OUR FRIEND WILL LIVE ONLY A SHORT WHILE,COMPARED TO OURSELVES,BUT WE WILL NEVER STOP CHOOSING THEM AS OUR FRIENDS !
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I have had to do it several times over my life and it sucks.
Do yourself a big favour, when you go to take him in Don't Stay.
It is much easier if you don't have to watch them go through it.
It's not terrible but the fact that your best friend slips away in you arms takes much longer to deal with. Just writing this brings a tear to my eye remembering my German Sheppard that I stayed with as she passed. That was back in the 80's.
My other dogs all I can remember are the good times not the bad.
That is my best advise for dealing with having to say goodbye to a good friend.
That and go to the shelter and find a new friend. I did!! ;D
I picked this guy up from the shelter when he was 12 or 14 weeks old.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/1003/DRIFTER_016/Sahtu/PB290103.jpg)
Now he's 2 1/2 years old and loves fishing.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/1003/DRIFTER_016/Fishing%20Reports/East%20Arm/P7050022.jpg)
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SORRY DRIFTER I HAVE TO DISAGREE WITH YOU.ID NEVER LET 1 OF MY PUPS BE PUT DOWN WITHOUT BEING THERE WITH HIM.I WOULDNT WANT TO BE ALONE WHEN IT HAPENS AND NEITHER DO THEY.THEY HAVE ALWAYS BEEN THERE FOR US AND WE SHOULD BE THERE FOR THEM.IT IS VERY DIFFICULT AS YOU SAID BUT HE WOULDNT LEAVE YOU.JUST MY THOUGHTS
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Thank you all and I will give him many scratches behind the ears for you
DAM JJK,STARTIN TO TEAR UP SITTING HERE OM THE COMPUTER.
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SORRY DRIFTER I HAVE TO DISAGREE WITH YOU.ID NEVER LET 1 OF MY PUPS BE PUT DOWN WITHOUT BEING THERE WITH HIM.I WOULDNT WANT TO BE ALONE WHEN IT HAPENS AND NEITHER DO THEY.THEY HAVE ALWAYS BEEN THERE FOR US AND WE SHOULD BE THERE FOR THEM.IT IS VERY DIFFICULT AS YOU SAID BUT HE WOULDNT LEAVE YOU.JUST MY THOUGHTS
Everyone is different and has their own thoughs on this sad subject.
Of the 3 pooches I have had pass on in my life she was the only one I stayed with. The first I was still very young and my folks took care of her and the last was left with my folks when I moved up north. She lost the use of her rear legs and my folks took care of her. I'm still haunted by the thought of the memories of my sheppard I stayed with until the end. After she was gone I was a complete wreck for 2 months and could barely function. No I know my pets will forgive me if I don't stay with them because it causes me too much pain to watch them expire. Of my pets that I was not there when they passed the first and only things I remember are the good times such as my first pup Susie going to fetch a stick and brining me a 3" diameter 8 foot tree. :)Sadly the first thing that comes to my mind when I think of Mary my sheppard is her passing, I have a hard time getting past that even today nearly 20 years later. :'(
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Man this is brutal you are going through this, I am crying and its not my dog but I have been there, Like another lad said, we will all meet again, I had to do this many times and it sucks every time. Its not easy going in there with them but I also believe they deserve that, So sorry for you bro, Jiger (pete)
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Everyone is different and has their own thoughs on this sad subject.
Of the 3 pooches I have had pass on in my life she was the only one I stayed with. The first I was still very young and my folks took care of her and the last was left with my folks when I moved up north. She lost the use of her rear legs and my folks took care of her. I'm still haunted by the thought of the memories of my sheppard I stayed with until the end. After she was gone I was a complete wreck for 2 months and could barely function. No I know my pets will forgive me if I don't stay with them because it causes me too much pain to watch them expire. Of my pets that I was not there when they passed the first and only things I remember are the good times such as my first pup Susie going to fetch a stick and brining me a 3" diameter 8 foot tree. :)Sadly the first thing that comes to my mind when I think of Mary my sheppard is her passing, I have a hard time getting past that even today nearly 20 years later. :'(
i totally understand and fault no one for how they deal with these types of situations.i just wanted to share my thoughts and im sorry for your loss
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I guess on my part I am being selfish not realizing what is best for Jasper but now I know what I have to do.......... for Jasper not me.....
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Everyone is different and has their own thoughs on this sad subject.
Of the 3 pooches I have had pass on in my life she was the only one I stayed with. The first I was still very young and my folks took care of her and the last was left with my folks when I moved up north. She lost the use of her rear legs and my folks took care of her. I'm still haunted by the thought of the memories of my sheppard I stayed with until the end. After she was gone I was a complete wreck for 2 months and could barely function. No I know my pets will forgive me if I don't stay with them because it causes me too much pain to watch them expire. Of my pets that I was not there when they passed the first and only things I remember are the good times such as my first pup Susie going to fetch a stick and brining me a 3" diameter 8 foot tree. :)Sadly the first thing that comes to my mind when I think of Mary my sheppard is her passing, I have a hard time getting past that even today nearly 20 years later. :'(
Hey I'm with you, I don't want to be there with my dogs when they pass either. But I come from a farming back ground, and I won't be taking my dogs to the vet to do it either. If its up to me (and I think my wife will be with me on this), I will put them down myself. I know I could ask my father inlaw to do it and he would, but I would have a hard time forgiving anyone but myself for putting my dogs down.
It is a dog, as emotionally attach as we get to them, they are just an animal.
(I know I will be hated for this comment, but you can't go through life allowing emotions to control your life, and it sucks sometimes)
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Well its my 50th today but dont feel like celebrating but for a B-present I have decided to be with Jasper when I take him in and treasure that moment forever of him being with me......
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went back and read every post on this topic n started thinking too much.everybody that replied to this subject knows what its like to have had a pup as a friend and family member,and to have lost them.the people that im even sadder for are the ones who leave their pups tied up outside 24/7 365 and never relize what they have,theyll never know what its like to have them jump on the bed and wake you up or to spend a day on the ice with them.it amazes me every time i think back how many memories i have from all of my pups,both long gone and present.just wish they knew what they were missin.DONT WORRY JJK,BUCKSHOT ,BARON AND GUNNER WILL BE THERE TO GREET JASPER.
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JJK, YOU WILL NEVER REGRET being with your dog, in the final moments, as i was with mine. be prepared, if there is such a thing, when the moment comes.. it will be TOUGH. like i prevously posted, been 3 yrs fo me, since my MISS BLOSSOM HAD TO BE PUT DOWN. (still miss here to this day) she will be waiting for your dog, to say hi.-- DUKE 31.
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JJK glad to see your going with jasper. Had to do the same a few times always was with the dog when they were put down. Very hard thing to do but you have to take the good with the bad. Sorry for your loss. Hang in there it gets better with time and Happy Birthday.
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heavenly father please help jjk deal with the sorrow of losin jasper. JJk remember there will always be ice for jasper to run on and the fish have to be bigger
i hurt any time a brother fisherman hurts i will be thinking of u. i know u will be when i will have to do this with my lab magnum some day
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12 years ago, we had to put down our Westie, his name was Duke,
he was the greatest dog to our family, I have 3 kids and they loved him of course we all did,, he got cancer in the bladder, I can still remember taking him for a walk the day we took him to the vet to be put down, he was in pain,was bleeding, he knew it was his time, he dug a hole for himslelf in the backyard to make himself more comfortable that day, as hard as it was we had to do it for him. After Duke died or Vet informed us about another Westie that was abused and needed a home, we took him home and named him Cubby, he's 10 now and we just got another one from my wifes Aunt--named Charlie he's 7 months, so as the saying goes Life goes on. You have good memories that will never be forgotten, and Jasper and Duke are in a better place.
I guess on my part I am being selfish not realizing what is best for Jasper but now I know what I have to do.......... for Jasper not me.....
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a legend i heard, attributed to the iroqouis people, tells that after you die, you have to make your way "up the mountain" to the happy hunting ground.
on the way is a great gorge you must cross by means of a fallen log.
all of your dogs that passed before you are waitng on the other side, holding the log steady in their teeth.
if you treated them well, they hold the log steady for you.
if you beat them, they will growl at you and let go of the log.
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I'm sorry to hear about your buddy. I have a 9yr old Retriever that is getting unhealthy and I'm fearing the day is coming sooner then I want to admit.
I've had to put one other dog down because he got mean and we have children. Nobody wanted to take him so I didn't have a choice and wasn't taking a chance with the kids. (Shepard/coyote mix) He was still a loyal dog to me and when I took him in I stayed and he fought the drugs hard, he was healthy. I'll never forget it and I'll have to live with that the rest of my life. It was hard man, I balled like a baby.
People saying stay and go, that's your choice but with my retriever, he's my boy.. I'd definitely stay no matter how hard it is going to be. I wouldn't want to do it if the dog has any strength though because they just don't lay there and die. I would rather keep them comfy at home as long as possible and give them morphine or something to ease the pain until they are too weak to fight "the shot". Maybe that's selfish, but having your buddy getting up wanting you to help him knowing something aint right will tear your heart to pieces. It's not always like the "Marley and Me" movie so go prepared.
I'll pray that he goes peacefully, I'm sorry for your loss.
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I'm sorry to hear about your buddy. I have a 9yr old Retriever that is getting unhealthy and I'm fearing the day is coming sooner then I want to admit.
I've had to put one other dog down because he got mean and we have children. Nobody wanted to take him so I didn't have a choice and wasn't taking a chance with the kids. (Shepard/coyote mix) He was still a loyal dog to me and when I took him in I stayed and he fought the drugs hard, he was healthy. I'll never forget it and I'll have to live with that the rest of my life. It was hard man, I balled like a baby.
People saying stay and go, that's your choice but with my retriever, he's my boy.. I'd definitely stay no matter how hard it is going to be. I wouldn't want to do it if the dog has any strength though because they just don't lay there and die. I would rather keep them comfy at home as long as possible and give them morphine or something to ease the pain until they are too weak to fight "the shot". Maybe that's selfish, but having your buddy getting up wanting you to help him knowing something aint right will tear your heart to pieces. It's not always like the "Marley and Me" movie so go prepared.
I'll pray that he goes peacefully, I'm sorry for your loss.
Thank you and all the other members,so this weekend when I take him fishing for the last...........time I am going to plan the date for the Vet
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Sorry to hear about your dog, I hope you two have a great day of fishing together. Make sure you bring him a nice steak and a cold beer to wash it down, he deserves it...
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Sorry about your friend I feel your pain
I held my Jackson with my wife we made sure he knew we loved him
That was 6 years ago and I still choke up when I think about it
He was a shelter dog that shared our home for 14 years
Pirk
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JJK....May the two of you have the best fishing day ever!!
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JJK, I hope you and Jasper have a blast together. And you won't regret being with him at the end. He has always been there for you, and now you'll get to repay him for all his loyalty. I have a 10 year old Golden who is like one of the kids to us. I can't imagine life without him, and his time is slowly coming to an end. His health has been in a decline for about 7 months. As long as the vet tells me he isn't suffering, we will cherish every day with him. But when the time comes, we have decided we won't prolong it for him. He deserves the best from us, and when he needs us, we will be there for him. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
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JJK I hope he shares in not just your company in his last fishing days, but in the company of all your family that loves him and all the other fishermen/women that have gotten to know him through out the years, make this weekend a celebration of Jaspers life, then keep celebrating his life after that, just like you would do for a friend of the 2 legged kind.
May god be with you, you are in our prayers.
Got2fish
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I grew up with an Australian Shepherd named Casper. We got him when I was 6 years old. We lived in new york on a farm and had some great times together, exploring, fishing, getting into trouble. He was my best bud. My parents and I moved to Florida when I was 11 and the dog came too. We lived there for three years and then moved back to the farm. I was 21 years old when age started catching up to Casper. It happened so quick. It was more than losing a friend. It was like losing a very close family member. He was around for most of my childhood. I will miss him forever. I know another dog can never replace him, but when you do get another dog, you will eventually get attached to them too. Sorry for your loss, remember the good times!
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I have had to do it several times over my life and it sucks.
Do yourself a big favour, when you go to take him in Don't Stay.
It is much easier if you don't have to watch them go through it.
It's not terrible but the fact that your best friend slips away in you arms takes much longer to deal with. Just writing this brings a tear to my eye remembering my German Sheppard that I stayed with as she passed. That was back in the 80's.
My other dogs all I can remember are the good times not the bad.
That is my best advise for dealing with having to say goodbye to a good friend.
That and go to the shelter and find a new friend. I did!! ;D
I picked this guy up from the shelter when he was 12 or 14 weeks old.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/1003/DRIFTER_016/Sahtu/PB290103.jpg)
Now he's 2 1/2 years old and loves fishing.
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I beg to differ,I could'nt leave my best friend to die with strangers and bail on it the minutes of it's life.You should bone up be a man and suck up the pain and stay withem'
I'm so sorry to hear about Jasper......
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JJK sorry to here about Jasper I started reading what everyone said and ended up with tears in my eyes .DAM DOGS I had to put 2 down and it sucks.
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JJK.....whatever you decide to do this weekend just remember that you'll have dozens of us on this list thinking of you during this difficult time. Push forward my friend.....you'll get through it. I'm sure Jasper appreciates everything you've done.
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everyone who has read this thread is thinking about you this weekend man. and i think you should all join me in toasting a down icefisherman at noon tomorrow while your on the ice.
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I won't be on the ice but I can sure give a toast to a friend.
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Sorry to hear about Jasper. I had to put Mable down this past fall. My wife and I took her to the vet and stayed while she passed. Then we brought her home a buried her in the back yard. It wasn't an easy thing to do but I am glad we did it that way. My thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and Jasper.
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Good luck to you and your pooch man, its so hard to go through but you gotta be there for your buddy. I gotta take my little guy to the vet today and I'm just praying its not bad news, its crazy the bond a person can have with an animal. A good pet really is mans best friend.
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been over a year for me and i still cant bring myself to get rid of the doghouse out back you have my deepest sympothy
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I beg to differ,I could'nt leave my best friend to die with strangers and bail on it the minutes of it's life.You should bone up be a man and suck up the pain and stay withem'
I'm so sorry to hear about Jasper...... it will not be EASY, "BUT, it will not be REGRETFUL.. --- from one who , "HAS BEEN THERE AND DONE THAT."
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After 15 years of companionship the vet said within a month I have to put Jasper my dog down............Has anyone have to do this? I am not looking forward to this being my birthday in a couple of days. He has always gone fishing and camping with me all the times.
Sorry to hear about your difficult decision. I have, in the past lost a dog, that was my faithful companion.
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Well we went icefishing,set the shack up but for the whole day we didnt even take out the rods to fish. We just sat outside admiring the frost on the trees and bushes, went for a little walk and had a great lunch and a few pops. Next thing you know its supper time and time to go. For not fishing at all it was one of the best days I have had in awhile. Jasper was tiried but enjoyed it, I think. so like I said I have decided unless something great happens to go to the Vet on Sat. Feb.27............ He is going to the Vet this weekend to see if the Vet thinks he is in alot of pain and we will go from there.My whole family cant believe that for a fishing form the response from all of you made her cry, and me also.Thank you everyone and I will keep in touch of whats going on. Cheers JODY
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I read once, maybe here, that dogs are really gods creatures and he only loans them to us for a little while, then takes them back. Good luck with your situation.
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Well we went icefishing,set the shack up but for the whole day we didnt even take out the rods to fish. We just sat outside admiring the frost on the trees and bushes, went for a little walk and had a great lunch and a few pops. Next thing you know its supper time and time to go. For not fishing at all it was one of the best days I have had in awhile. Jasper was tiried but enjoyed it, I think. so like I said I have decided unless something great happens to go to the Vet on Sat. Feb.27............ He is going to the Vet this weekend to see if the Vet thinks he is in alot of pain and we will go from there.My whole family cant believe that for a fishing form the response from all of you made her cry, and me also.Thank you everyone and I will keep in touch of whats going on. Cheers JODY
Also Jasper did have a steak and a beer with the other old man
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Also Jasper did have a steak and a beer with the other old man
i was thinking of you and jasper on sat. at the derby.left an open hole for him and my past pups.stay strong.
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i was thinking of you and jasper on sat. at the derby.left an open hole for him and my past pups.stay strong.
I have a fishing derby myself this Sunday and if the Vet doesnt think Jasper is in much pain he is going to come with me. I told all my friends and they cant believe how people on this form I have never met in person can be so understanding. They admire you all for your support, most of my friends have known Jasper since I got him as a pup and are also upset for him.
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This ones a true heartbreaker... I was reading through this yesterday but couldn't bring myself to post a reply...... I have lost 3 good dogs over the last 30+ years and my 4th one is about 11 yrs old (we adopted him as a stray in our neighborhood about 9 years ago..). He is my best friend in the world. I almost can't think of being without him.. I know I will have to deal with his loss someday not too far off... Just know you have alot of support and company in sharing the loss of your Jasper in the coming days or weeks..
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I've been reading this for the last week and didn't know what to say. Five years ago we had to do the same with my best friend midnight.He is buried out back and every day i go out and talk to him i miss him so much. Just want you to know that jasper has been in my prayers every day. God bless him.
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Any chance you can post a picture of Jasper?
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Any chance you can post a picture of Jasper?
I was thinking the exact same thing.
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Sorry to hear about your beloved friend. Back in 2003 my wife and I rescued a beautiful 115lb. American Bulldog, Roxie. She was a sweet loving and VERY protective part of our family for 4 happy years. Then one day she just changed. Not happy, wouldn't eat, almost depressed. We took her to the vet's, and after a large bill, we got the news. Roxie had cancer. We took her home, let her live her life in comfort until one day in September when we had no choice but to have her put down. One of the worst day's of my life.
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Yea...I've had to go through this about 4 times in my life and it really sucks. I have a little JR terrier right now that thinks the Sun rises and sets on my @ss... (that's her in my avatar staring down the hole) she is that much attached to me. I don't know if I will be able to stand it when her time comes and I know it will. I hate losing a dog they are just so loyal and loving.... :'( :'(...WK
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Any chance you can post a picture of Jasper?
I will post a picture of him tomorrow or Friday
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Sorry to hear about your best friend jjc.Last march 7,2009 we had to have our baby girl beth put to sleep,she was a seven year old bassett hound.We took her to the vet to have her shots and to be checked out,and the next morning we woke up she was paralyzed in her back legs.The vet didn't no what was wrong, but i think she had a reaction to the shot.We tried everything to keep her alive,we even had to use a towel around her back end so she could try to walk.She slept with me and my girlfriend since she was a puppy.I feel your pain brother,i still think of my baby girl.... :'( :'( :'(
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Let his loyalty & devotion, be a lesson to us all.
I have had to go through this many times, and can attest to it being no easier than the first! :'(
The memories will live on forever... good luck
Flaggs!
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After 15 years of companionship the vet said within a month I have to put Jasper my dog down............Has anyone have to do this? I am not looking forward to this being my birthday in a couple of days. He has always gone fishing and camping with me all the times.(http://)(http://i980.photobucket.com/albums/ae290/jodycanfish/JASPER/100_0579.jpg)(http://)(http://i980.photobucket.com/albums/ae290/jodycanfish/100_0584.jpg)
This is what he looks like now and the second one in his better years.The pictures are on page one
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I have a fishing derby myself this Sunday and if the Vet doesnt think Jasper is in much pain he is going to come with me. I told all my friends and they cant believe how people on this form I have never met in person can be so understanding. They admire you all for your support, most of my friends have known Jasper since I got him as a pup and are also upset for him.
Well the doc says no to taking Jasper just in case something happens on the ice which makes sense I guess. So myself and my friends are drilling a hole for Jasper on Sat and at noon we are having a drink for Jasper so if anyone is also fishing this weekend have one for him also.Thanks everyone and I did post a couple of pictures of him on page one at the beginning
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He's a cute little guy. Looks a lot like the dog i had as a kid. i used to take him fishing in the summer and he would bark whenever my bobber started moving because he knew it meant I had a fish on. I would take the bluegill off - he would hold it down with his front paw - and eat the head only. Then he would watch the bobber til it started moving again. He's been gone 30 years now and I still miss him.
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this is my girl ella had her since she was a pup she always went on the boat and started going icefishing till she started having seizures the doctors tried different meds and nothing worked so after having 25 seizures one day then 42 the next we had to put her down one of the hardest choises i think i have had to make boy i miss her
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Very sorry to hear about your loss. If it's any consolation, I had to put my dog down when he was about 9 because of lung cancer. To be honest with you it was very peaceful. It helps to keep in mind that the dog falls asleep before they pass on. I'll be praying for you.
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Well I am set to go tomorrow on my fish tourney and trying to be positive without Jasper there but all my friends are going to drill a extra hole for Jasper and hopefully he will win the tourney. Celebration drinks will be happening at noon tomorrow to cheer Jasper.
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That's to bad...Sorry for your loss. :-\
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Well I am set to go tomorrow on my fish tourney and trying to be positive without Jasper there but all my friends are going to drill a extra hole for Jasper and hopefully he will win the tourney. Celebration drinks will be happening at noon tomorrow to cheer Jasper.
I'll be toasting you and jasper tomorrow on the ice.
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He was loved, lived a long n full life, its hard man, and I feel for you. My thoughts are w/ you and Jasper.
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One of the many gifts given to Man is memories that even death can never take away. You and Jasper are in my thoughts........
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my parents and i raised labs for 20 years. our dog that started it all was a yellow lab female (molly). when i was deployed to iraq, my mom actually brought her down to my unit headquarters so i could see her before i left. in april of 2004, molly finally passed away less then a month before her 17th birthday. when i called home my mom told me she had come home from work, and found the backporch door wide open, she went outside and found molly laying in her favorite spot under the maple trees in our backyard. i still tear up thinkin about how she knew it was time, opening the porch door and seeing the inside of the house for the last time. we decided to give up the kennel after that. a few years after, 3 of our hunting labs passed in the same year (wyatt, sunny, dixie). molly, wyatt, sunny, dixie are all buried on our property. the best thing to remember is that they go to a better place. they become part of the family, and our memories of them can never be replaced. i feel yer pain, and i wish you and yer family the best!
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Threads like this kinda suck.....my pup is going on 15 in April...he has been through hell with me. I've gone through addiction, recovery and the madness in between. But through it all, he was still there. He is in my profile pic. Today he spends his time chasing the squirrels, cats and other critters out of the yard. The yard isn't fenced, but he just doesn't have the spunk to chase them any further then out of the yard. Back in the day he would have been down the road. BUT when he day comes I have made the decision to be there holding him when he goes. He was the one that went and got the people when I was in a alcohol induced coma, he saved my life in doing that. SO when it's his time I will be there for him, holding him when he passes.
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Losing your pets is supposed to be difficult. You'd be a lousy friend if it didn't bother you a lot. You can't just unplug several years of good friendship. Even after that dog is gone it will still be with you forever. The memories never go away. Just keep in mind you have a lot of good friends here that will always be with you too.
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NBG
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JJK,
Here's a little poem to help ease the pain. A friend sent it to me when I lost my best dog ever Thor a great duck hunting black lab. Hope this helps. Ed Auman / Maine
Rainbow Bridge
Just this side of Heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together
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As far as Im concerned the best thing god put on this earth is the dog,there angels with tails.Theres been a long line of dogs in my life and I enjoy the memories of them all even from my early childhood.Me and my wife raised a beagle and schnauzer together and they were with us for many years and we had to put them down 6 months apart and it was by far the hardest thing Ive ever done,we were both there for the whole deal and I carried them both home and buried them in the yard with their own little markers.Went a few years with out a dog mostly because I was grief stricken,but time went by and I got a new buddy now and I guess that in its self was the best medicine.Good luck to you and your family and pray we all get to see our friends again on the other side.
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After 15 years of companionship the vet said within a month I have to put Jasper my dog down............Has anyone have to do this? I am not looking forward to this being my birthday in a couple of days. He has always gone fishing and camping with me all the times.(http://)(http://i980.photobucket.com/albums/ae290/jodycanfish/JASPER/100_0579.jpg)(http://)(http://i980.photobucket.com/albums/ae290/jodycanfish/100_0584.jpg)
i lost my first wife to cancer at 36 in june of 97 and my blk. lab onyx of 14yrs nov.24 the same yr.it almost killed because of being severly depressed.my dad told me i better do somthing soon besides lying on the couch.in jan.99 my dad brought me the morning paper.they showcased a dog from pound.i couldn't belive when i went down there and saw"bubba".i said is that the dog in the paper,she said yes.i said i'll take him.she said don't you want to take him for walk?i said to bubba hey boy he sat down and wagged his tail.i said nope i'll take him.he dragged me out of my depression. his real name was simba but when i remarried it was easier for my kids to say bubba.2yrs. ago he got a lump on his hip.i took him to the vet.she took x-rays came back and told me he had bone cancer and was very aggressive.what should i do?she said i would be back in less than a week and that he would be in pain.this is not what expected that i would be putting him down.when it was onyx's time it was old age i left him with the vet and went home i never forgave myself.i stayed with bubba till the end.i went home and wailed like a little baby it hurt so bad.these companions give us unconditional love to leave them alone in thier last moments to me is not right.the vet gave him a shot when his heart slowed she put a towel over his eyes because they don't close.within 3 min. he was at peace.