Hi friends, we had a very tough weekend. Our beloved dog Hazel passed away. She was the perfect dog, she spent almost every minute of her day by my side so it broke my heart when my vet told us Friday that she only had a couple of days to live. We had taken her to the vet the week before because she was tired and suddenly did not want to eat, they did blood-work and an exam and they thought she had a cold/flu or had eaten something strange that had been hidden in the show like an old rodent (snow melt sickness is common in dogs I guess) but when she did not respond to the antibiotics and other medications they put her on I brought her back in and they re-did the blood tests that a week before were in the normal range and her levels were off the charts. We had x-rays and ultrasounds (cancer) and the only humane option was to have her put to sleep. We brought her home, with some steroids that would buy us a couple of days and made the most of the time we had. She got to have 4 good days, she declined a bit each day and today I knew it was the last good day and my sweet girl only deserved good days. Here is a photo from her woods walk Saturday, she spent the weekend with family and friends, yesterday was a snow day so the kids got an extra full day with her and she spent today with me trying not to be a blubbery mess because I did not want to burden her more. She was such a good dog.
My heart goes out to anyone who has lost a pet, Hazel was a member of our family. I am sad, heartbroken and shocked but at least we got 4 good days. Give your animals a hug for us and take care of each other.
The Frugal Crafter Blog 
Such a good Furry Mama – to make such a hard choice and give her that final gift.
I had to put down my cat “Baby” (short for “Baby what’s the matter” and “Baby where’d you go”) It was bar none the most emotionally painful experience of my life, and knowing I was doing right by her was not as much comfort as I had hoped.
You have absolutely done the right thing, bless you!!!!!
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thank you, I went through the denial and acceptance stage all weekend, when she was perked up from the steriroids I kept thinking “what if the vets are wrong?” I got a second opinion then I’d see her weak and think am I waiting too long. It just stinks to make that choice which really isn’t much of one. I appreciate your kinds words, it gives me comfort.
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Lindsay, my heart breaks for you and your family. It is so very difficult to loose a beloved pet. Bless you for giving sweet Hazel and wonderful life.
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I am so sorry for your loss. It’s hard to lose someone you love. I just said a prayer for you and your family.
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I and so sorry. I have been in your position and it’s not easy. Hugs for you and the fam.
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I send all mine and my husbands prayers we just lost our two dogs within the last few months my heart is with your family
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So very sorry for you heartbreaking loss. Dogs become such a huge part of our families,and it is devastating when we have to let them go, especially so suddenly. We went through the same thing with our ten years old Chocolate Lab, so my heart aches for you.
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I am very, VERY sorry for your loss. Our furry kids mean so much to us — they are definitely a special part of our family. Sending you huge hugs, lots of love, and prayers for you and your family’s healing and peace of mind.
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I am so very sorry you lost your sweet furbaby. They are such a huge part of our lives. We have 3 pugs and our oldest one is 11 we have been on borrowed time for a year and a half…I dread the day we have to make the decision you were faced with…sending hugs to you and your family.
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Tears, and hugs. The pain runs so deep when we loose our best friends. As you gasp for air, through the tears I sincerely offer my sympathy. She thanks you for those wonderful years, and 4 good days. Sorry…..
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I have been in your place many times I always feel where there is life there is hope. Sometimes it makes me hold on other times I had to know to let go. I always get another dog although I say I never will. I have 3 now that I enjoy, but my oldest is 14 and I know I will soon have to face this again.
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I’m so sorry for your loss. It’s hard to loose a member of the family. My thoughts are with you all.
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My condolences to your family in the loss of your lovely Hazel…I know how hard it is to go through this. Our pets truly do become a member of our family.
I made your peeps Easter bunny card …made two actually…and they turned out very nice so thanks for that. Wishing you a blessed Easter….
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Lindsay, I’m so, so sorry for your loss! I’ve lost 2 dogs in my life time, they were like my children, and it’s just heartbreaking. I wondered if she was ill when I saw the “live” art rerun Friday evening, since there didn’t seem like much else it could be. Cuddle with your family and do all you can to comfort yourselves and each other. You’ll be in my thoughts.
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Have been in that sad situation..looks like you have a golden and they are so brave and support you til they can not anymore. Be kind to yourself. Healing will take a while and you will never forget her.
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So very sorry about your sweet Hazel. Loving a pet is such a double-edged sword, but who would give up the joy because of the possible sorrow that may come at the end? Our pets truly are family, aren’t they?
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So sorry to hear of your dear dogs passing. I had to do that by myself a few years ago for our dog Annie (dachshund). My daughter had to do the same thing last weekend as her youngest daughter was returning from her honeymoon and moving away. It really hurts but be at peace knowing you treated him well and he was loved.
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Lindsay, so sorry for your loss. Hugs and kisses to you and your family.
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Lindsay and Family, So sorry for your loss of Hazel. Our furry family members leave their paw prints on our hearts. She will suffer no more after crossing the Rainbow Bridge. Prayers and hugs from SoCal.
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Awe Lindsay I’m so sorry to hear this. Sending you and your family huge hugs. My thoughts are with you all. Hugs.
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So sorry for your loss. It is very hard to loose a fur baby and only someone who has lost one feels your pain.
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I remember when my sweeties went and know the pain you all are going through. Had to put down my best bud (at the time he was a seventeen year young cat) it was the hardest thing I ever had to do, but like you, I let him and his sister the year before, die at home where they were with those who lived them. I’ll add you and your family to my prayers tonight.
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So sorry for your loss. I can relate to what you are going through as our 17 year old rescue dog who was always by our side took her last breath yesterday morning. Hugs to you.
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You did the best you could for her. Glad you all had quality time with her. I’m so very sorry for your incredible loss.
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My heart goes out to you and your family.
Your Hazel sounds like she was a wonderful member of your family.
I know from experience how hard it is to lose a beloved pet.
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Oh I am so sorry for the loss of your precious Hazel. You took the very best care of her and I hope your happy memories will console you! XO
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My heart breaks for you. Dogs are our special friends and they add so much to our lives. Hazel was lucky to be so loved by you and your family. Clearly, you gave her a good life.
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A month ago a friend had to make the same decision. On the day she told me about it, I had received a catalog in the mail and in the catalog was a plaque with this on it:
It came to me
that every time
I lose a dog
they take a piece
of my heart with them,
and every new dog
who comes into my life
gifts me with a piece
of their heart.
If I live long enough
all the components
of my heart
will be dog, and
I will become
as generous and
loving as they are.
(Anonymous)
Lots of hugs from one Furmomma to another.
Rainsong
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My heart aches for you and family too. pets are such a precious part of our lives. God bless. 🙏🏻it was so good you got to spend special days with her
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Losing a furry member of the family is so hard. They become such a part of you. I so know how you feel. My heart goes out to you in your loss. my 15 pound tuxedo cat is asleep beside me and I will hug him knowing that we only have a limited time with our pets. Hugs Audrey
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Shedding a few tears just reading your story. Know how you feel as we’ve lost several dogs too. Blessing to you and your family. Edna
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I know the heartache you feel! I lost my beloved Sweet Pea that I had cherished for 16 years! The hardest part was she passed away while I was out of town taking care of my mom who had a stroke, so I wasn’t even there and didn’t get to say goodbye to her! My heart goes out to you!
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Lindsay, deepest condolences to you and your family on the loss of your beloved Hazel. Our furry friends certainly leave paw prints in our hearts, and may you all feel comfort in knowing you gave her the best life she could have asked for. I hope your sweet memories of her and prayers from family and friends will help ease your sorrow. 💖🐶🙏🏼
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Oh Lindsay! I am so sorry for your loss. I empathize with you & your family and hope you take comfort in knowing you gave her 4 good days.
Your photo was lovely and very poignant.
Thinking of you & your family.
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I’m so very sorry for the lose of your furry family member, Linsay. My heart feels so heavy for you and your family. There’s a saying that someday may help a tiny bit with your grief. I parapase it here….. Don’t cry because it’s over. Smile beacause it happened. I have a 14 year old cat that will soon be crossing The Rainbow Bridge as well. Please take care and know so many of us around the world are here with you. With love !!!!
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Peace to Hazel and warm thoughts to you and your family.
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god bless you and your family Iam so so sorry for your lost…….much love to you my dear friend…. MaryRedford (OSA)
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I am so sorry for your family loss…my heart goes out to you and your family…loosing a fur baby is so hard…prayers for your family!!! 😦
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I am so sorry for your loss. When a pet dies they leave a hole in your heart that never quite heals, but the warm memories stay with you forever to help ease the pain. You are in my thoughts.
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It’s so hard to lose them! I’m sorry for your loss!
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My heart goes out to you.It is a heartbreaking thing when you lose a furry friend. remember the good.
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Sweet runnings Hazel. She’ll be waiting for you at the rainbow bridge Lindsay. What a gift to your family to have time with such a wonderful girl, and she was so lucky to have you all. Nothing is quite like the heartbreak of putting a pet down, and my heart aches for you all. May you feel the comfort of all the people thinking of you and your family.
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I am so sorry for the loss you and your family are having. I have never found loosing our fur babies has been any easier than loosing anyone. Asking for light, love, and peace for you and your family. Hugs
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I am so very sorry, Lindsay. Huge hugs for you and your whole family. Know that you are in our thoughts. ❤️
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You will see her at the Rainbow bridge.
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Oh my goodness, I am beyond so sorry for your heartbreaking loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace sweet Hazel. Sending you a virtual hug ❤ Susanne
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So sorry for your loss. I’ve lost a couple of dogs over the years, one to cancer, so I do know how hard it is. So glad you had a few extra good days with her. Sending spirit hugs to all of you.
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I am so so sorry. I know the pain you are feeling. Our fur babies are our babies.
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Lindsey… So sad for you and your family… We lost one 20 yrs ago and it took me 6 mos to smile again… We have another now… But many of our friends are dealing with some sort of dog flu suddenly and it is rather strange!… May God heal your hearts!
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Hugs. Sounds like Hazel had the perfect family. Jane
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Aww Lindsay I have tears running down my cheeks reading this x We had a rottweiller named zak who was just the most amazingly cuddly dog you could ever wish for x sadly his back legs went in sept 2009 and we had to put him to sleep it honestly was the most heartbreaking thing I ever done and I was in bits it took me 4yrs to think about getting another dog and when we did he is the total opposite of Zak, Max is a small jack russell terrier x it does get easier but you never ever forget x so massive big hugs and thinking of you all x Lots of Love and hugs always Karen xxx
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What a difficult decision to have to make… I’m sorry that you had to make it, but you did the right thing. I’m glad that you and your family got some extra special time with Hazel before she had to go to the Rainbow Bridge.
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I’m so sorry! When I had to have my old girl put down, someone told me something that was so comforting: “This is the greatest act of love you can do for her.” I hope your family soon recovers from your loss!
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We lost our sweet Ginny last Thursday. We are devastated and heart broke. I am so very sorry for your sweet baby. They truly are like one of you children. We have 3 other fur babies and love each one so much. Hugs and prayers to you and most of all, peace of heart.
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So very sorry for your loss…Pets are family, too! Love to you all, remember her love for you and her loyalty.
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Our chocolate lab, Abby, is very ill. We try to remember the joy she has given us and the good life we gave her. Doesn’t ease the heartbreak. Sympathies to you and your family. 💔
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Lindsay, I’m so sorry for you and your family. I can still hear her nails clicking on the floor when you did your last live webcast. I know how hard it is to make that decision, a decision that you don’t want to make because you love her but you make it because you love her.
She is still with you, her spirit still walks beside you and her soul is a part of you. I’m sure she would not want you to be sad for her or cry. And, when you are ready, that you open your heart and your home to another dog that needs to be rescued.
My heart aches for you and your family. Namaste
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So sorry for your loss of dear Hazel. Sending you love and hugs
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Oh Lindsay, my heart is breaking for you! I believe that animals will be just as present in the next life as this, which means you will have her near you again, forever. I hope this helps to soothe your aching heart and those of your family.
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So sorry for you loss,my heart goes out to you, we lost the sweetest Sheltie dog, Daisy a little over a year ago. I still cry.i miss her so much. Hazel had a great family!
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“It came to me that every time I lose a dog they take a piece of my heart with them, and every new dog who comes into my life gifts me with a piece of their heart. If I live long enough all the components of my heart will be dog, and I will become as generous and loving as they are.” Dean Koontz
I’m sorry for your loss.
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that is so true, thank you for the sentiment, I had not heard that:)
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I am so sorry for the loss of your dear fur family member, Hazel. It is never easy to lose our dear ones, and she sounds like an exceptional dog.
On Tue, Mar 22, 2016, 8:31 PM Thefrugalcrafters Weblog wrote:
> thefrugalcrafter posted: “Hi friends, we had a very tough weekend. Our > beloved dog Hazel passed away. She was the perfect dog, she spent almost > every minute of her day by my side so it broke my heart when my vet told us > Friday that she only had a couple of days to live. We had tak” >
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I am so sorry for the loss of your dear fur family member, Hazel. It is never easy to lose our dear ones, and she sounds like an exceptional dog.
On Tue, Mar 22, 2016, 8:31 PM Thefrugalcrafters Weblog wrote:
> thefrugalcrafter posted: “Hi friends, we had a very tough weekend. Our > beloved dog Hazel passed away. She was the perfect dog, she spent almost > every minute of her day by my side so it broke my heart when my vet told us > Friday that she only had a couple of days to live. We had tak” >
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I am so very for your family’s loss of beloved Hazel. I know the heartbreak you are going through, having had to make that hard decision for my little love, my Cairn Terrier, Asta. It is the most selfless and loving thing we can do for our beloved companions, when all we want to do is to keep them with us. I like to believe in the Rainbow Bridge, and my Asta is there, ready to greet Hazel and keep her company.
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Oh Lindsay, I’m so sorry you lost your precious Hazel. My heart aches for you and your family.
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Dear Lindsey,
So sorry to hear of your doggie Hazel. We lost our dog Duke two years ago. I still remember like yesterday, how heart breaking it was for my family. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Remember the good times and all the fun you had with her. God Bless you and your family. Rosie B.
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So sorry for the loss of your beloved furbaby!
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I am so sorry to hear of Hazel’s passing but I know if she could leave you with one last thought it would be something like this, “Thank you for making your home, my home it was the Best home ever and you were the most amazing family to have shared this earthly journey. I know apart of your heart left the day I passed but please know, I left my ❤ with you. It is safely tucked into the corners of you heart as well." When it's time for you to travel from this journey into the next, I will be there to great you and will be looking forward spending all of time together "
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The only flaw our beloved pets have, is their life span is incredibly too limited. Sending hugs your way, and giving my guy an extra squeeze in memory of dear Hazel.
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I”m so very sorry. Such a sad time for you and your family. Hugs to you, Lindsay.
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I am so very sorry for your loss. Our dog is 14 and not doing so well. My heart aches for you and your family. Remember the good times you had with her and know that she is no longer suffering. Blessed be.
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Healing and comfort to your beloved dog too, thank you:)
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Healing and comfort to your beloved dog too, thank you:)
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I’m so terribly sorry, Lindsay. My heart goes out to you and your family. Their brief lives bless every day with you, but when you have them, you lose them, and it never gets easier. Main your pain pass quickly, but may your memories remain strong.
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I’ve grieved more for my dogs/ horses/cats than I have for some relatives. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Remember she was part of your life but you were all of hers.
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Oh I feel for you. Pets are special, and so much a part of our lifes’. Warm snuggles with your kids…..and lots of kisses. My prayers are for you!
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Words cannot express how sad I am for you and your family. Sadly I have walked that path. I do believe our pets will greet us on the Rainbow Bridge. Meanwhile, I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers to find peace, comfort and strength to move forward in the days ahead.
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I’m so sorry Lindsay. I’m sorry for your loss but I am glad you and your family got to spend the last few days with her. She may be gone but she is always with you, watching over your family.
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Oh Lindsay, I’m so, so sorry. My husband and I went through the same thing with 3 of our previous dogs, and it’s definitely like losing a member of the family… because they *are* a member of our family. You did the right thing. It’s a courageous and self-less decision to make. Hold on to the good memories. ((((( HUGS ))))) ❤
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So, so sorry for your loss, hugs
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Very sorry for your pain. Hugs and prayers. Midge.
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I am so sorry for your loss Lindsay! Focus on all the good times with your dog over the years you had her and hopefully that will ease your pain a bit! Thinking of you & your family during this difficult time!
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So sorry for your families loss. I know how you feel. We have had to go through the same thing more than once. When we choose to take an animal into our lives, it’s bound to happen. Try to focus on the many years of joy and love that Hazel gave to you and your family.
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So sorry about Hazel. Our pets are our kids. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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*hugs* keeping y’all in my thoughts. ❤ Omyn (anna)
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Lindsay, Your sweet Hazel will be waiting for you on the other side! I hold on to knowing that i will see my beloved family and pets in Heaven! Deepest sympathies to you and your family!
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Our beloved fur babies are in our lives for such a short time. The reason is because they are here to teach us unconditional love. They don’t have to stay as long because they already know how to do that. It’s so hard when they go, and I’m so sorry for your loss.
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I am so very sorry. I pray that your memories and glorious photos will help your heart heal. We lost our best dog ever, our Sophie, on February 13th. I miss her so much but I just couldn’t let her suffer any longer. I felt the same way – she deserved only good days. Prayers for you and your family.
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Lindsay, I’m heartfelt sorry for your family. Particularly you, I know what having Hazel by your side daily was like. 2 1/2 years ago I lost my dog Mickey, he was a tea cup chihuahua. He was 14 and had been with me constantly since I became disabled, becoming my best friend. I just watched a video you did with a relative and Hazel was right there in the mix. She was certainly a beauty. I pray memories of her can soothe your pain.
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Lindsay, I am so sorry to hear about Hazel’s passing. She had a great life with you and your family. I can tell by your posting. May her memories keep her in your hearts.
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Oh Lindsay lots and lots of hugs. I’m the one on the Live streams that always asks about what Hazel is doing (with Chewy). I’m crying for your loss. I don’t know you personally, but I just know Hazel had the best family ever and knew how much she was loved and wants you to remember all the good times more than the end. Sending love and hugs and a flood of happy memories of your precious furbaby.
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Lindsay my sincere condolences on your loss of Hazel. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
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So sorry for your loss we had to make that decision last month with our little dog she was 17 and the best dog ever. Even after a month we still expect her to be a the door when we come home but we will see her again in the hereafter I’m sure. Our Heavenly Father loves every animal too and their spirits live on too.
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I’m so sorry Lindsey! I can only imagine the heartache. I will be facing this myself one day Diva Dog is 13 yrs. old already. I can’t imagine our lives without her.
I hope you can find comfort, peace, and joy in the good times you shared, and the memories of her.
xx
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I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. We are never really ready to give up beloved pets, but you absolutely did the loving and humane thing for Hazel. Remember all the happy times with her, and give yourself time to work through your loss. You and yours are in my thoughts.
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Sending you and your family strength and love. You and your family are so blessed to have loved Hazel as you did. Not all humans share their love as deeply as we who love our animals as family – so it is a special gift Hazel was to you, as you and your family where to her. My tears are for you as she is no longer in pain. Please know it will get better, but there are days when you will think of her, smile, and then cry. I send you a warm strong hug. With much sympathy, Barbara Jo (who deeply loves all animals and especially our pet/family members).
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Dear Lindsay, I wish you and your family healing at this difficult time. Licks and Snuggles to you.
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I am sad to hear about your hazel… I just lost my baby and i have a broken but i swear I see a little runt pug still sleeping at the foot of my bed
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My heart is breaking for you Lindsay. I have had dogs all my life & it is so hard to say good bye to them. You did the most amazing thing by letting her go gently. She had a wonderful life with you & your family & I know she enriched yours. Thoughts of love are with you.
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Lindsay I am so sorry you lost Hazel, I know how hard it is, I lost one of my dogs and a month later to the day and in the very same spot my other dog passed away. They had grown up together so they went rainbow bridge together. It’s one thing you have to learn to endure when your a dog loving family. My heart and hugs go out to you and your family.
June
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Oh dear Lindsay and family, You have my most heartfelt love and prayers. I too had almost the same decision with my old dog Buddy a few years ago. He was the kid I never had but there really does come a time when it’s the kindest thing to do. I had always promised him in his 16 years that I would never leave him and that I wouldn’t make him suffer just to soothe my heart, if he got ill. It sounds as if you all did the same for your dear Hazel. Thank You for being such a good mom to your fur kids as well as your biological children. The world is a better place when such love is show to others. ♡♡♡ Much love and support, Anne Casillas, Hollister, CA
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It is so hard to lose a pet, a member of the family. They give to us so unconditionally and in many cases, teach us how to live a giving, loving and caring life. I am so sorry for your pain and wish you healing a fond memories.
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Lindsay,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Over the years, I have lost 3 dogs. So, I can understand your pain. It is difficult to watch our children deal with the loss even more. It is a real sense of emptiness and quiet in the house like no other. Try to focus on the good memories and joy she brought to your life. When the time is right, you may become ready to accept another pet into your lives. I think that it can help to deal with the loss. She can never be replaced, but know that your love for her was felt, and it gave her a happy life.. God Bless you and your family.
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My heart goes out to you Lindsay and I totally understand – we had to put our “Lady” down the day after Christmas. They really are part of the family and so loyal.
Sending you HUGS,
Jan
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I feel for you. I understand. We had to put our 20 year old kitty down today. His kidneys had shut down and the vet said it was time. Our hearts are broken.
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I’ve lost many pets over the years and it never seems to get any easier. My heart goes out to you and your family. You’ll be in my prayers.🙏🏽Alaya
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I am so sorry for your loss, Lindsay. There are some heavy moments to navigate in life and these are some of the most challenging. Sending lots of love to you and yours and hoping your many happy memories bring you peace and comfort in the days ahead. Holding you close in thought and prayer.
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Oh Lindsay, so sorry for your loss. Please know that your subscribers love you and will be praying for comfort for you and your family. Susann
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I’m sending you a Big hug right now! I’m so sorry for your loss.
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So sorry for your loss, prayers for peace and comfort for you and your family.
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I am so very sorry for your loss! Our pets are truly family and therefore in our hearts forever! Again, I am so sorry for your loss!
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Oh Lindsay I’m so very sorry! I lost my beloved Shyla 7 years ago and I still miss her every day. She was definitely my family, my little girl, as Hazel was yours. I know the heartbreak of that decision, but to do what is best for her is what I also had to do. I can’t tell you how sorry I am you’ve lost your beloved Hazel. I know how much you love her. Sending thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
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Oh my gosh… I am so sorry to hear of your loss. It is so hard to lose a 4-legged friend and family member. The best thing now is that she is not in pain or feeling sick anymore. Many blessings and much love to you and your family.
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I am so sorry for your loss. Hazel was lucky to be a part of such a loving family.
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Oh how sad! It brings back memories of 2 years ago when we had to put our beloved dog Rex to rest! He had quite eating and drinking and his poor old body was just tired and had quite working. I thought I would be big and brave and make the appointment with the vet but I think I only got a few words out before I started crying so good thing my husband was close by and could finish with the arrangement! Our daughter wasn’t home at the time so my husband had to be the one to break the news to her and of course he and to hear another person ball her eyes out! Still miss the old boy! My heart is with you and your family!
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I am so sorry for your loss. I am squeezing my kitty and thinking of you all.
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So very sorry to learn of Hazel’s passing…my special four-legged friend, Doyle Rork, also crossed over this weekend…he flew all over the west coast with Pilot Peter for Dog Is My Co-Pilot rescuing dogs from kill shelters…he brought such joy to myself, and so many…I understand your pain.
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I am so sorry. Prayers for you and your family. This poem helped some when we had to choose to let our 14 year old Bichon, Maggie, put to sleep. I hope you find some comfort from it.
If it should be that I grow weak
And pain should keep me from my sleep,
Then you must do what must be done,
For this last battle cannot be won.
You will be sad, I understand.
Don’t let your grief then stay your hand.
For this day, more than all the rest,
Your love for me must stand the test.
We’ve had so many happy years.
What is to come can hold no fears.
You’d not want me to suffer so;
The time has come — please let me go.
Take me where my need they’ll tend,
And please stay with me till the end.
Hold me firm and speak to me,
Until my eyes no longer see.
I know in time that you will see
The kindness that you did for me.
Although my tail its last has waved,
From pain and suffering I’ve been saved.
Please do not grieve — it must be you
Who had this painful thing to do.
We’ve been so close, we two, these years;
Don’t let your heart hold back its tears.
— Anonymous —
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Oh, such a beautiful poem. I had to put MY HEIDI to sleep about thirty years ago and still this poem brought tears to my eyes and heart. Thank you so much.
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Oh darling, my heart is breaking for you all. 😞 sending a great big hug xxx
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Dear Lindsay and family just wanted to say Im so very sorry for your loss. When our dog friends go to doggie heaven its a heart breaking experience. Now I’m 64 I have gone through this a few times, and it doesn’t get any easier as the years go by. No words can express what I
want to say. Lots of hugs to you all.
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Oh I feel for you ,one of mine who was 15 passed recently at home in his bed beside me ,I knew it was coming but it’s still so painful for us but no more pain for them …god bless ,I remember you talking about her being unwell ….
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Oh, I feel for you and your family, Lindsay. Hopefully you can soon picture Hazel frolicking with all our dogs. You’ll see her on the other side many years from now.
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Dear Lindsay, I am so sorry for your loss. Words are so inadequate. Hugs & tears & prayers. Jeanene. 💔 😢🙏
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My soul aches for you, we went through the same thing with both our rescue dogs within one month of each other and they were just 10 yrs old. I can close my eyes and see them, feel them, smell them and hear them. We had never lost a pet to cancer it was always old age over 16 yrs old, but two to cancer within a month of each other was heartbreaking . Casey was a big goof ball, he was a feral pup no human contact for the first 4 months so we fostered him and ended up adopting. He really didn’t know how to run, so he looked like my little pony when he trotted along. He couldn’t jump either so he looked like a toddler climbing onto furniture. He was just a big goofball with big ears. Gidgit was a little brindle pit-bull, mischievous loved all things and sleeping under the blankets in the winter. She always leaned on you or had to be touching you somehow. If she was in trouble and you said her name, she would turn her head away and pretend she didn’t hear you, then hang her head down like what ever she had done wasn’t her fault. Gidgit and Casey were best friends and died that way. I’m sure that Hazel is romping with them now, with big healthy bodies and Huge sloppy dog smiles. Looking for those squirrels in the woods .With compassionate healing to you and your family Sandi
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Oh Lindsay, I’m so sorry. My heart just breaks for you as I’ve just recently gone through the same pain you’re going through. I know there is nothing I can say that can comfort you and I know that it may take some time before you’re ready to read comments (I know it did for me) but I hope that when you’re ready and you see this that you know there is some one out here who knows and understands your pain. I can assure you though, there is nothing like a new puppy to help the tears stop flowing. Our new little guy is a monster and will NEVER be as amazing as my Best Boy but he sure keeps me on me toes and he has a huge heart full of love (and a mouth full of puppy teeth) to share. Big hugs and lots of love to you my friend.
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Oh,no! I’ve lost a few really great dogs. And even more cats. I know what your family is going through. Take your time grieving. Your fans will send you huge hugs and prayers.
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I’m so very sorry for your loss. Obviously Hazel was a very well loved member of your family who gave back just as much love and joy as she received. She is a furry angel now but will be in your heart forever.
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Lindsay, no words can heal you right now, but in weeks and months to come perhaps you will find that all of us who took the time to share in your sorrow will somehow help do just that. Please know I send my prayers to you and your family.
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My heart goes out to you and your family. Remember that you gave your fur family a long happy life and were able to give him a peaceful death. It’s what I try to remember when I’ve had to make that decision for my fur family. We wish you peace. Susan & Richard
From Susan E. Spar
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My heart goes out to you- I had to say goodbye to 2 of my schnauzers last week. I am so sorry for your heartache and grief! I totally understand.😢
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It is terribly sad but you did everything you could do. Be thankful for the memories.
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🐕Love and positive energy being sent to you and your precious family.🐶
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So sad for your family. We take them in , then they take our hearts.
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Words cannot fill the space where your wonderful,loving dog opened when she left on her way to heaven! Our pets know each family member through and through, filling our hearts with love and joy by just a look and a lick! I know how you and your family feel,and I’m truly sorry. You never will forget, and I hope we will see our beloved pets again at the end of this journey🌹💙
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Yes ,it is one of the most difficult decision that we have to make. I feel for you. Remember that she is waiting for you. If you get a chance look up Rainbow Bridge -it says it all. She will always be with you
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So sorry for your loss. Such sadness for you and your family.
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So very sorry for the loss of your Hazel. Our pets certainly are part of our families. We have lost our doggy babies both chosen by us, and us chosen by them. Its never easy. I sincerely hope your happy memories help you through the tough days.
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Sad news. Sorry.
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So sorry to hear of your loss, Lindsay. How sad for you and your family. Look after one another.
On Tue, Mar 22, 2016 at 7:30 PM, Thefrugalcrafters Weblog wrote:
> thefrugalcrafter posted: “Hi friends, we had a very tough weekend. Our > beloved dog Hazel passed away. She was the perfect dog, she spent almost > every minute of her day by my side so it broke my heart when my vet told us > Friday that she only had a couple of days to live. We had tak” >
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I’m so sorry, I know exactly how you feel, as we’ve lost a few of our beloved fur babies over the years. I can’t imagine not having them, but it’s so HARD then it’s their time to go. I love my doxies! Remember the good times with your fur baby. Hugs!
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I am so sorry about your loss. Our pets are our kids and we cherish every moment with them. May the happy memories help you and your family through the days to come.
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Aww I am so sorry for your loss. I know how hard it is to lose your best friend like that. They really do become one of the family.
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Hugs! So sorry for your loss!
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I am so sorry to hear about your dog Hazel. Such a hard time to go through for all of you. Hugs
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I’m so sorry for all of you. I lived with friends for two years and felt like their dog was my dog, but they had to have him put to sleep last year because he was so sick. All of us miss him so every day, but they were also able to rescue another dog who is a wonderful addition to their family. No one loves you like a dog and it’s such a huge loss. So sorry for your heartbreak.
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I’m so sorry for your loss. I’m so heartbroken. You gave Hazel wonderful days as she did you. You are in my thoughts.
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I am so sorry for your loss. Our pets are part of the family. We lost our dog in December. Her name was Maggie and she was a miniature Australian Shepherd. She was 19 years old and such a sweet girl. We miss her very much.
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I am so very sorry for your loss. We love our furry family members so much, don’t we? We lost our Joey at four years old from a brain tumor. He and your Hazel are running around in Heaven right now, chasing balls and feeling great! No more pain, no more sickness, no more suffering. Our hearts are hurting, but they don’t realize we aren’t right there with them. I know my precious pets are waiting for me in heaven, and I will see them again. Because heaven is a place of joy, and how can I be joyful without my beloved creatures with me? You and your family are in my prayers during this very difficult time.
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Lindsay, I am so very sorry for your loss! My heart goes out to you and your family! I have been there and know exactly how you are feeling! My little dog that I had in our family for 20 yrs; Maybell passed away about 2yrs ago now and it was so hard on me! I raised her from a puppy and she was always by my side.. through good times and the bad! I watched her go blind and def and still keep on going but then she ended up getting very sick and I knew her time was ending! She too would not eat but befor I could get her to a vet she went to sleep that night and never woke back up! It was hard for me but I was glad that it happened the way it did so that I did not have to put her to sleep! I was tired of some people telling me that I should put her down b/c she was so old and I just was not going to do that till I saw start to suffer! Thank God that day never came for me and she went peacefully in her sleep at home! My daughter got me another little dog; Ella is her name and she is 7 yrs old. We adopted her from a lady that needed to find a good home! I still miss my Maybell but I love my Ella and she has warmed my heart and sticks by my side every minute.. She is my spoiled baby! She helped get me out of a depression I started to sink into from loosing my Maybell! So yes I know all to well what you and your family are going through and feeling at this time! May god bless you and help you and your family heal your hearts. With loving thoughts and prayers out to you all! Hugs, Tammy 🙂
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So sorry about your loss. Our dogs are our very special friends and so part of our families. Take care
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I have been where you are now and the last of my dogs have been gone 4 years now and I still get teary-eyed when I think of them. It is so sad to have to make that decision but such a gift to be able to free them of the pain. I just wish we humans could make the same decision under the same circumstances. You will see her, pain free, one day, waiting for you to play with her and she is waiting for you, you know as all our pets are.
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I’m so sorry to hear this hun. It broke my heart when my first real dog ever, also my bff passed away a few years ago. It was so painful. When I got her cremated, the guy gave me her ashes along with a beautiful framed poem attached. I will share it with you as well.
“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…”
Much love xoxo
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Holding you and your family up in prayer today.
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I am so very sorry for your loss. Some people don’t understand how people like you and I can become so attached to a ‘dog’. But they are not just a ‘dog’ they are our four legged children who depend upon us for nourishment, nurturing, love, and guidance. They love us unconditional as we do them and we hurt when they hurt. I do know what it’s like to loose your four legged child (we have lost 6 fur babies. One we lost due to leukemia (8 weeks old), two to heart failure, one to heart warms [which devastated us] and two to age). We have two now that are getting up in age but they run the show.
Take whatever time you need to grieve the lost of your “Special” baby for we will be here when you get back. Your family needs you as well as you need them.
You now have an Angel with you all the time named Hazel whom will still be constantly watching over you all. Rest In Peace Hazel as I will be praying for your family!
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I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Hazel you wonderful furry family member. Please know that you are in my thoughts.
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My heart is breaking for you, too. They have nothing but love for their family. I’m sorry for the huge hole in your heart.
Love, Beth Ross
On Tuesday, March 22, 2016, Thefrugalcrafters Weblog wrote:
> thefrugalcrafter posted: “Hi friends, we had a very tough weekend. Our > beloved dog Hazel passed away. She was the perfect dog, she spent almost > every minute of her day by my side so it broke my heart when my vet told us > Friday that she only had a couple of days to live. We had tak” >
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Sorry for your loss. I just loss my cat two weeks ago. I had been giving an IV fluid treatment for kidney failure, for the last two years to Q. I was so fortunate that my vets come to the house to put Q down. I had two days with him before He died. Q was 16 years old. We gave him the best years ever. Again, sorry for your loss.
Kristi Curtis.
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I feel all your pain as I have lost a lot of pets in my life and I loved them all as family, I still have cats and dogs they at my babies and I can’t imagine my life without them. So my heart is with you and your family and the only thing I can say is with time the pain gets better.
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So sorry for your loss. It’s very hard losing a pet, it took us a long time to get over losing our last dog, he was a very much loved member of our family. Eventually after a couple of years (hubby swore he’d never have another dog cos he didn’t want to go through all that grief again!) we got a little puppy again. You really miss having a dog around and we were missing the exercise. Our gorgeous boy is now three and has totally claimed our hearts and we will enjoy, hopefully, a good long time with him. Your dog didn’t have just 4 good days, she had a lifetime of good days and just a few bad days toward the end, she was loved and thats what matters. Sending hugs. xx
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Sorry to hear about Hazel, I don’t want to tell about my loss, but it sure is nice when you open up you heart to a new friend, cause there are a lot of unloved animals out there…. xxxxxx
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so sorry for your loss. It is devastating to lose a beloved pet, I have been through this several times myself, so know just how you are feeling. Hazel was a lucky dog to have been a member of your family as she was obviously well loved. You are heartbroken I know, but trust me, you will in time be able to treasure your memories of her with a smile. My thoughts are with you, and just want to say how much I appreciate your fab YouTube tutorials, thank you.
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So very , very sorry you have lost your beloved Hazel. I still grieve for our two boys many years on. Hazel had a life full of love right until the end, and that is truly the best life we can ever hope to live or to give……thinking of you all….xxx
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I am so sorry. We lost one of our dogs in October and it is still a struggle most days. They leave such a hole in our hearts. Ali x
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I am so terribly sorry for your loss.
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My thoughts are with you and the family. Losing such a loved member of the family is a hard one. You are all in my Prayers. Val peahen.
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So sorry – sending Hugs to you all ♥
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So sad for your great loss – sending lots of hugs & kindness to you all.
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Love the last walk photo , thanks for sharing with us. I just hugged my dog in remembrance of Hazel 🐾💗
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Oh, Lindsay, I’m so, so sorry! It is so painful to lose such a beloved family member. I hope the girls are coping ok, too. You and all of your family, hang in there.
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So sorry for your loss Lindsay. Like so many others – I can relate to your loss.xxx
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Hugs to all of you, Hazel’s human family. X
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(((HUGS))) Thank you for sharing with us.
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Lots of love and gentle hugs to you and your family.x
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I am so sorry for your loss. 💐
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Lindsay,
My deepest compassion on the passing of Hazel. I am glad you had the time with her. I am also a huge dog lover. They really are part of the family.
You did the right thing, the deeply loving, incredibly hard but right thing.
There is a great book I recommend. It is called “For every dog an angel”. It is a very sweet, comforting book for anyone who has lost a beloved dog. I hope you will look into getting it.
Take care of you now.
Becky
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Hi Lindley. I am so very sorry to hear about hazel. I know she is on rainbow bridge waiting for you… I unfortunately have lost two pups in the last few years as well… they are absolutely a part of the family and a huge loss is felt when they are gone. It’s nice you had those last few days with her and I’m sure every moment was cherished.
Loving regards. Terri.
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Oh sweetheart i am sooooooo
Sooooooooo sorry words are
Never enough at a time like this
My dog is called kody (and other things
Depending on what he’s done😙) but
HE IS MY LIFE I can’t even begin to
Think what u must b goin they
I am so so sorry I’m sending u all
My love hope u feel better soon
Wish there was something I cud
Do xxxxxx. Linda thomas
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Dearest Lindsay, I am so sad for you and your family. I know how hard it is to lose a beloved pet. Hazel was a blessed to have such a loving home!
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It’s never easy to say goodbye to a loyal beloved friend. My thoughts are with you and your family xx
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I had my Babe for 16.5 years. I understand and feel your pain. They truly are one of the family. So very sorry for your loss.
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I’m so sorry, Lindsay. They really are family members, and no doubt about it. Sending prayers and hugs to you and your family in Maine. 💜
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I am so so sorry to hear about Hazel’s passing. My heart goes out to you and your family. Yes they are an important part of the family.
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When I had to say ‘goodbye’ to my cat, I felt very guilty, until a lady I knew said it is the last kindness we can do for our pets. So sorry.
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I’m very sorry for your loss, it was super hard but you’ve made the right decision. My heart goes out to you and your family.
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I’m so sorry for your loss, Lindsay. I know what you are going through. I lost my cat over 15 years ago and still grieve for her. But I know she’s in heaven and I will see her when it is my time to go.
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I’m SO sorry for your loss!
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So sorry for your loss. Our animals are family to us, hoping that good memories out weight the bad memories.
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Lindsay, I’m so sorry for your breaking heart. There is nothing quite like the loss of a loving pet. They love you unconditionally and rely on you to do the best for them. You did. You’ll meet Hazel again someday and she’ll be the loving, happy pup you always remember. Rest well sweet Hazel.
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I am so sorry for your loss! Unfortunately, I have been there and sobbed uncontrollably. You and your family are in my thoughts
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I feel sorry for you all. I’m sure the house seems empty now. Hazel left traces though, every time you walk where you used to walk with her you will remember her.
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Heartbreaking is right, so sorry for your loss, I pray you’ll remember the wonderful days you all had together, God Bless you and your family
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Just heart-broken for you. But your videos show you are one of the most humane people out there. No question that you made the right decision, for all the very best and most loving of reasons. Sending huge love and thoughts with this.
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I have tears for you
Such a painful loss
i will miss hearing sweet Hazel
So sorry for you and your family’s loss, it truly is loosing a family member
Take care, be gentle with yourself
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I’m so sorry to hear this, my heart goes out to you. But rest assured you did the right thing, and it’s wonderful you had some time to say goodbye. Sending you a big hug.
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As others have said, we went through the same loss, twice with dogs, and once with a very quirky, old cat. Shed many tears. Hope with the passing of time, your sorrow will ease and good memories will take its place.
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I am so sorry, such a difficult and heartbreaking decision to go through, even you know you are doing the right thing. Hazel was so lucky to have such a wonderfully loving family. My heart goes out to you all at this sad time x
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My eyes filled with tears and my heart was breaking for you as I read this post. You are a wonderful friend to so many of us readers. Please accept my deepest sympathy to you and all your family on the loss of your treasured Hazel.
Virginia
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Awe so sorry for your loss. It is a painful thing to lose a pet who is such a good friend to us and our family. May you always be reminded of the peace, love and joy your pet brought to you and your family. Always having good memories. Blessings for you and your family at this time. ❤
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I just read your post and my heart is heavy for you and your family. I too had to make the decision to have my cat Shadow put to sleep because of her illness and it was the second hardest thing I’ve ever done. My son brought her to us as a kitten the summer before he died in the fall. He was sixteen and Shadow’s time was sixteen. My heart broke, just like yours. Hazel was so lucky to grow up in a loving, safe , joyous home, and I’m sure she will always be with you. Grief takes a while so give all of you plenty of time. And also, as others have mentioned, read The Rainbow Bridge…it gave me a lot of comfort. Praying for healing.
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I am so very very sorry on your loss. I can truly say I do know what it is like as I have lost many dogs I really cared about over the years. I have a memorial to one at Rainbow Bridge. He was my baby and always will be. Give yourself time to grieve. Remember, you have lost a family member.
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So sorry for your loss. We have a little fur baby who is the best dog in the world too and I can’t imagine when that day comes for us. You did the right thing helping her cross the rainbow bridge where she’s happy and healthy again.
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Lindsay and family, I am so sad. Hazel had a wonderful life with you. She is so lucky to have you home each day to be her buddy. Please go to the rainbow bridge and post something for her. You will feel better for it. Prayers and healing for you and your family. <>
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Lindsay,
I am thinking of you and your family. So sorry for your loss. Have comfort in knowing that you loved her enough to not allow her to suffer.
May the memories of her live on in your hearts!
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You have my deepest sympathy. I lost my own lovely dog just over a year ago and I miss him every day. He had the gentlest nature and the most beautiful soft, golden eyes.
He was a member of the family and is greatly missed.
Soo Merritt
Sent from my iPad
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Lindsay, my heart goes out to you and your family. It is one of the hardest things for a dog lover to lose a family member. So glad you got some good last days. I had a similar experience with my Bailey two years ago next month. I called her the pup of my heart and she took a little piece with her. . Prayers for your grieving and healing time. Hugs Carmen
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Lindsay, Praying comfort and healing for you and your family, it is a hard loss for anyone who loves so deaply. Warm hugs, Kathy
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So sad. They really are members of the family. I have put down three pets in the last 30 years and each time, my heart cracks a little more.
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So sorry for your loss. I have been there a few times too, it’s never easy. She sounds like she was a very lucky girl to have her family love her so much.
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I am so sorry about your loss…yes, they are a part of the family. Sending prayers out for you and your family.
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I’m very sorry to hear this. My thoughts really are with you and your family. x
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So very sorry to hear of your loss Lindsay. I can totally empathise with you as I too lost my best friend, my lovely King Charles spaniel Louis. It’s like losing a child. The day after Louis passed a little stray cat ( not my favourite animal) started to hang around and being the big softie that I am I started feeding her. She has lived with me now for 8 years and is a real cutie. Hazel was so lucky to have such loving people in her life. Big hugs to you all x
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So sorry to hear of your sad loss Lindasy. Losing a beloved pet is as bad as losing a member of the family (well, they are members of the family) I had a very similar experience with my beloved Bella (Lhaso Apso), who was only 8 years when she was diagnosed with Lukemia (I have tears in my eyes now), so I know what you are going through, Sending hugs & prayers. Hazel xx
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So sorry to hear it. That is really the hardest part of pet ownership. I write this to you as my basset hound is sitting on my lap. I know that hard day will come for me eventually, as well. I still wouldn’t change a thing. Remember all the good times with Hazel, and all the love she shared with you and your family. She will always be with you n your hearts.
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Ohhhhh, so sorry for you and the family! I remember catching little glimpses of Hazel during the videos.
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I’ve been there with my Golden…best family guy ever…same kind of story for Trooper. On his last day we stopped by the Subway and offered him his favorite- a meatball sub. He ate what he could and then we put him down. So hard to love a creature who’s time is always shorter than ours.
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Dear Lindsay, Hugs, thoughts and prayers to you and your family on the loss of your beloved Hazel. We lost our beloved Guinea pig the weekend prior and I was trying not to be a blubbery mess at my daughter’s volleyball tournament :(. It is never easy losing a pet who is part of your family. May good memories and loving thoughts help to comfort your hearts during this difficult time.
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So so sorry. We’ve been there, and it’s unbelievably heartbreaking. I hope your family will be able to remember the happy times once the hurt lessens a little. My thoughts are with you.
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lossing a pet not easy. It,s lossing a family menber. My thought
And prayies go out during very sad time
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In so many ways, pet ownership is a huge responsibility to go with the huge love. Thank you for being the loving and humane person–and family–that you are. Brighter days will be coming soon.
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Words are inadequate, so I’m emailing you a hug.
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I hope you realize that having time with you working from home was more than 4 good days. She had a life of goodness with you. Hugs honey I know the 4 legged furballs get into our hearts and teach us kindness. ❤ you
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So sorry to read of the loss of your beloved Hazel. Cherish all the fond memories you have of her and the times she shared with your family.
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Being a dog lover myself, and currently having the best dog ever I ceel your pain. Please remember how much she enriched your life and thank God for the wonderful gift she was.
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So sorry for your loss. It helps to look at pictures and remember the good times with them. Hang in there.
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Oh Lindsay How my heart aches for your loss. Our pets give us such unconditional love. Great that your last few days together were so wonderful for all
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So sorry for your loss Lindsay. I know how your heart aches as we lost our precious Molly last year. It is such a hard decision but so wonderful that we are able to lesson our pet’s suffering by making this courageous decision. I pray that God will heal your heart & that you cherish all the many happy moments Hazel gave you!
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Lindsay and family, my sincere sympathy and heartfelt thoughts are being sent your way. As I read your post I have tears running down my face. I too, lost a wonderful weimareiner Ashes was his name, he loved me sooo much, was wonderful to my children and grandchildren, so I understand your pain.
Hopefully time will ease the sorrow and bring forward all those good memories.
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So sorry for your loss Lindsey, I know that our animals become family and their loss is felt very deeply. Remember the great times and know she is no longer suffering.
One of your followers,
Bertha MacIntyre
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My heart goes out to you and the family. I know only too well what you are going through. It is almost two years since we lost ours and every day we speak of him and miss him.
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Lindsay, I’m writing this with tears running down my cheeks. I’m so sorry. Have lost many pets and it is always devastating. But just remember the good times, there are so many of them. I’m sure there is a lonely, beautiful puppy at your local shelter who would be grateful if it could help fill that hole in your heart.
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I’m so very sorry for your loss, Lindsay. Blessings for you and the family.
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It is so hard to lose a friend. We had to put our beloved Ripley down 2 weeks ago. she was a 12 year old Great Pyreneese. She was born with bad hips and towards the end she couldn’t walk much, fell down the steps a few times. What was so hard for me was that she wasn’t sick. Kinda like trashing your car because it had a flat tire. If she was a smaller dog we could have managed it but at 130 pounds, she was just too big. She was my constant companion, my friend and protector. We had been through a lot together. The house just isn’t the same without her. my heart goes out to you at the loss of your beloved pet. The become so much more to us than ‘just a dog’ as i have heard some people say. They touch our lives and our hearts. RIP Hazel. Hopefully you and Ripley are playing like puppies together.
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My heart goes out to you and your family. I lost my beloved best friend after 15 years this summer. She was a golden lab that totally understood me even when I didn’t talk! They are such a part of our lives the loss is like a child died. I cried non stop for a week. I finally did a mixed media of my Kaylee and that some how got me they it all.
You are in my thoughts and prayers at this tough time.
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I am so sorry for your loss.
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I’m so, so sorry for your loss! I went though the same thing 2 1/2 years ago on the 4th of July we had to put our sweet little Westie Paisley to sleep because of cancer also. Not a day goes by that I don’t think about her and miss her. She was also my little side kick since all my children grew up and left home. I’ve tried three times to get a new puppy and just can’t yet but someday.
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My heart breaks for you. I take care of many feral cats and just rescued a 4 week old kitten that I am nursing back to life. Every animals life is precious. They give without expecting anything. Please take care
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I am so sorry. Our dogs are such dear friends. It is so hard when we have to say goodbye.
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So sorry for your loss
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I’m so sorry Lindsay. I’ve been through it a few times myself. They are such a huge part of our families, when they have to leave us it’s like a piece of ourselves is lost. I cried for your loss when I read your story.
We all love you Lindsay.
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Sincere Sympathy for your loss….. our memories of our ‘Pal’ who we lost 3 years ago are what keep him close to us each day…. each of our 14 years with him were full of the most wonderful canine companionship and was a wonderful journey as I know from your email that you had with your Hazel….. hugs Prue
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I feel your pain, Lindsay. My deepest condolences to you and the family, Paula in NJ
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Oh, Lindsay, such a hard thing to go through. My sympathy to your whole family.
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So sorry for your loss. They are such a BIG part of the family! 😦 I always think of this….but it’s still hard: Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened! (((hugs)))
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Lindsay, how sad for you and your family. She sounded like a special friend, but you will always remember her in the good times. Take care of yourself. Fran
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I’m so sorry for your loss. I too have a sick pet. Lilbit is my tiny cat and she’s in end stage renal failure. I’ve had the pleasure of her company for ten years. She’s only eleven! My heart breaks for you and every pet person out there.
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I am so sorry:(
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Sending loving hugs at this sad time. One of my beloved dogs died of a similar illness. So I truly sympathise with you.
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I am so sorry for you and your family. I had to put down our sweet Bubba last July. That was the hardest thing I have ever done. Said I wasn’t going to get another one but I did. Love my English Bulldogs. I know exactly how you fell. I am so sorry.
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Dearest Lindsay I am so very sorry for your loss. there I do not think are any words right now that express how going through what you are can ease the sorrow. Our precious baby’s await the time when we can once join them and never have to say goodbye again. I am here if there is anything that i can do please let me know. You are a great MaMa
to her. I love you and am lifting you all up in prayers. sending hugs and angels on their way
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(((Hugs))) to you and your family Lindsay.
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I’m so sorry for your loss. Our furbabies are such a big part of our lives that it is so hard to have them go. Good thoughts and prayers sent your way.
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Oh, Lindsay, there are no words to make it better. Sometimes I think our dogs know us better than some members of our family. We had to put our Buddy down over 2 years ago so I can feel your pain. Only time will ease your family’s pain.
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I am so sorry for your loss, Lindsay. I have lost many pets in the past years, and it’s never easy. I’m sure she loves you as much as you love her. My heart truly goes out to you and your family.
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So sorry for the loss to your family good you were able to spend some quality time together which you will remember along with all the other good memories you will have c
Roseann
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Sorry to hear about your dog. Last week our dog also died so I know how you feel. Chris B.
On Tue, Mar 22, 2016 at 10:30 PM, Thefrugalcrafters Weblog wrote:
> thefrugalcrafter posted: “Hi friends, we had a very tough weekend. Our > beloved dog Hazel passed away. She was the perfect dog, she spent almost > every minute of her day by my side so it broke my heart when my vet told us > Friday that she only had a couple of days to live. We had tak” >
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I am so sorry chris:( Hugs
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Lindsay, I am so sorry for your loss. Our fur babies are truly part of your family. I will be praying for you and all of yours. You did the right thing for your baby.
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So sorry Lindsay! They are part of our family and it is hard to let them go. I’m sure you gave Hazel a great life!
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So sorry, I have 3 and one is 14 and on heart meds but for now she is doing good :). We lost one in 2010 who had diabetes she live 13.5 (7.5 after diagnosis) so my heart breaks for you and you family. I know exactly what you are going through. I always try and remember my MIL words of wisdom…if you didn’t have them to laugh over then you wouldn’t have them to cry over. They bring so much joy and happiness that I would do it all over again. :::hugs:::
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such sad news – my heart goes out to you – she will have a place in your heart forever and therefore she will be with you for the rest of your life
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I am so very sorry to read this, My dear! Another friend’s dog also had to be released to God last Saturday. Always sad to hear about pets dying. They are family members and we love them. We will see our pets again and may rest assured knowing this. God loves every living thing He created. We will meet again in the place we call Heaven.
Condolences to you, your family, and to all those who have lost a pet for any reason.
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I am so, so sorry (tears in my eyes), as I know what you are going through. We lost our 8 year old chocolate lab last August due to a mysterious illness. We had him a Dr’s for about 10 months with steroids, etc., trying to save him. I still cry for him almost every day.
Just be extra careful with each other and give yourself time. It is the only thing that heals. Our pets are members of our families, and we miss them the same we would a child or parent.
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Lindsay, I am so sorry for you and your family’s loss. May you all find peace. She will always be a part of your family.
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I’m so sorry about your loss. I’ve lost beloved dogs, too. They say that when you get to heaven you will be greeted by every dog you have ever loved. I hope that is true. It’s a comforting thought.
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I am so sorry. O know, it is like loosing a part of your family. I still miss my beloved Hershey after twelve years. Joyce
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Lindsay, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. It’s so hard you love them like your kids, and when you lose them it’s heartbreaking. Love and hugs to you and your wonderful family.
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So sorry to hear, when I lost my beloved cats I cried and cried. Its so hard to lose a beloved pet. Blessings to you and your family.
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So very sad to learn of your loss. I know exactly how you feel, as I had to make the same decision for my sweet Garbo kitty yesterday. They are family and the hurt is as deep. I like to think of your Hazel and my Garbo romping happily together over Rainbow Bridge.
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Lindsay, I am sooooo sorry to hear about your beloved fur baby!!!! HUGS!!!! Thinking of you and your whole family!!!!
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My heart goes out to you Lindsay. I have had to have 2 of my babies put to sleep over the years and I think it is probably one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to do. They are like your children really, and they are totally dependent on us. I’m sure you gave Hazel a wonderful life and you need to keep those memories with you. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Big hugs from me,
Sharon
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With tears in my eye I write this….I have been “mom” to some of the best dogs ever. With that honor comes the responsibility of seeing they live a “dogs” life, nothing but the best! I have had to make what seemed to be the incredibly impossible decision of ending their pain and giving them eternal rest/play! Recently I’ve supported my son in law and my son put both of their elderly Labs down due to cancer. In doing so, I have realized it is actually “easier” (if I dare use that word) to put them to “eternal play” than it is to selfishly live with them in pain.
I am so sorry for the void Hazel has left in your heart. Praying her memories can fill a little bit of it. Hugs from Myrtle Beach, SC.
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I’m so sorry hear this Lindsey! I feel for your family. I know how hard this can be.
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I am so sorry for your loss. Lindsay, I hope you and your family can gather strength from your memories of your beloved fur baby. Love and hugs to all.
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My heart aches for you and your family. I’ve been through this twice. She has crossed the Rainbow Bridge and is free of pain. She knows that she was loved! Prayers to you and your family.
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I’m so sorry. I know it’s so new, but one way to help with your loss is to consider getting another dog. It won’t replace her, but it helped us a lot. So sorry for your pain.
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bawling my eyes out for your loss and remembering my own…we lost our Ginger (lab) over a year ago and still have hard time dealing with it. My prayers are with you and your family…God Bless Hazel! (hugs) ❤
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Lindsay,
Although I only know you through the computer I feel we have been friends for a while. I am so sorry for your loss. My whole family and I are big animal lovers and we have 4 rescues between my grown daughter and me and my hubby. They are our family. We all try not to think about the day that comes all too soon but here you are having to live through it. My heart breaks for you. I lost my little maltipoo 4 years ago to heart failure and I swore to my family that I would never get another dog because I did not want to go through that again. Here I am and since then I have rescued two dogs from certain death. One from the streets of TN and the other off craiglist who would have ended up bait for dog fighters I am sure. Take comfort in knowing that you loved, cared for and gave Hazel a wonderful life. She is most definitely still with you and will be for dime time just not in the form you are used to. Here is a little story that help to let you know you did the right thing Lindsay:
I remember bringing you home. You were so small and cuddly with your tiny paws and soft fur. You bounced around the room with eyes flashing and ears flopping. Once in a while you’d let out a little yelp just to let me know this was your territory. Making a mess of the house and chewing on everything in sight became a passion and when I scolded you, you put your head down and looked at me with those innocent eyes as if to say “I’m sorry, but I’ll do it again as soon as you’re not watching.” As you got older, you protected me by looking out the window and barking at everyone who walked by. When I had a tough day at work, you would be waiting for me with your tail wagging just to say “Welcome home, I missed you.” You never had a bad day and I could always count on you to be there for me. When I sat down to read the paper and watch TV, you would hop on my lap and look for attention. You never asked for anything more than to have me pat your head so you could sleep with your head over my leg. As you got older, you moved more slowly. Then one day, old age took its toll, and you couldn’t stand on those wobbly legs anymore. I knelt down and patted you lying there, trying to make you young again. You just looked up at me as if to say you were old and tired and that after all these years of not asking, you had to ask me to do one last favor. With tears in my eyes, I drove you one last time to the vet. One last time you were lying next to me.
For some strange reason you were able to stand up in the animal hospital–perhaps it was your sense of pride. As the vet gave you the shot you stopped for an instant, turned your head and looked at me as if to say “Thank you for taking care of me.”
I thought, “No, thank you for taking care of me.
Take care Lindsay. Many hugs my cyber friend and fellow crafter.😇
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I am in tears for you and your family. I have lost a few, and I get physically ill. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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I am so sorry for your loss. We lost our 15 year old Golden in November. I still expect him to come and climb up by me in the chair. It is never easy . They leave paw prints on our heart.
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My heart aches for you and your family. I know what it means to lose the perfect fur child.
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Lindsay, I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. I know just how hard it is…it’s horrible. I lost my Huey 11 months ago. He was only 5…fine one day and then had a massive heart attack the next day. I think of him every day. My husband and I don’t have kids so our dogs are our babies. I like to think that maybe Hazel will meet up with Huey on the Rainbow Bridge. They can hang out and talk about how their crazy mamas have too many craft supplies!!! It’s okay to blubber…let it out and know that there is no time limit as far as mourning goes. Love to you, your husband, and your kiddos. xoxo
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that is such a nice thought:) Her last day it was just her and I and she took me to the craft room, she wanted to go downstairs to the basement craft room, not my office, like she was saying “now we work”, now we walk” I think she found comfort in that day. This is my first day home alone without her and I feel like I am losing her all over again.
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So sorry for your loss. I its so hard when you lose a family member.
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It is a very hard decision to do what we need to do when it comes to our pets. We’ve gone thru this many times and it doesn’t get easier. So sorry for your loss.
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We had a 16 yr. old Chihuahua we had named Taco who died two years ago and a 14 yr. old poodle named Dolly who we lost in 2011. Both went suddenly downhill like that. Taco died in the middle of the night before we could take him in, but Dolly had a massive stroke and we did have to take her in. The hurt is the same either way. I’m sorry that you lost your precious companion and glad you got those final four good days with her.
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Hi Lindsay,
I hope this e-mail reaches you. My family and I are so sorry to hear about your beloved Hazel and what she and you and your family have gone through these last few days. Dogs are such a part of our family and they are a family member that we love so much. Our current boxer dog, Marcus, has degenerative myelopathy and there is no cure for it. Marcus will get progressively worse and we will be faced one day with having to say “good-bye” to him, which will be devastating, but we are thinking of his quality of life and we do not want him to suffer. Our thoughts, hearts and prayers are with you and your family during this very heartbreaking time. We hope the wonderful memories you have of Hazel will give you some comfort during this grieving time. As requested, I will give our Marcus a hug from all of you. Take care.
Linda Hart
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I cant imagine what I would do without my 2 boys pezzi and peanut …im sending a great big hug and my prayers for a speedy recovery from your sadness and maybe even another family member of fur could help with the loneliness ….feeling very sad for your family
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Lindsay, anyone who has ever loved that SPECIAL furry child, knows your pain. That includes me. I’ve had many German Shepherds in my life, but there was only one Heidi! She smiled at me when ever I called her, and called me “mma mmma. I know that sounds impossible, but I have many believers. That was many years ago but I still get “teary-eyed” whenever think of her. The pain of loss diminshes, but never goes away.
May she live in your heart forever.
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My heart is heavy for you. I only have fur babies and I feel for you and your family. Sending love your way.
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I know there is nothing I can say to lessen your pain. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May peace be with you. Hugs, Christi
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Lindsay, I’m so sorry. Our fur babies are family and losing them is heartbreaking. It’s really diffcult to be in the position of doing what’s best for your baby and not be selfish. We want them with us. I had the same experience in July. My Bear was fine on July 5th and was gone on July 9th. I was a heartbroken mess. I will keep you and you family in my thoughts and prayers.
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I am so sorry for your loss. I know it had to be very difficult 😦
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I am very sorry for your loss. I know how hard that is. Our baby has been gone over 5 years, we have 2 more and I still cry over him from time to time. The first few days/months were the worst though. 😦 My heart goes out to you and your family
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Oh, Lindsay, my heart goes out to you and your family. My fur babies are my children. I wish I knew something to say to make it feel better. My thoughts are with you.
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So very sorry…. unfortunately I’ve been through it quite a bit. All of my dogs and cats are rescues so some come at advanced ages or with unknown medical histories. My current Saint Bernard is showing some worrisome signs now, will be going to the vets next week….
You baby will always be in your heart as she has part of yours with her also…
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My heart is crying for your loss. Just know she will be waiting for you across that rainbow bridge in the heavens when joy and happiness is eternal 🐾🐾😢
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Lindsay,
My heart breaks for you and your family. I have lost a dog before and truthfully it was one of the hardest things I’ve had to deal with in my life! I almost didn’t want to get another dog because I didn’t think I could go through that again. We eventually did get another dog, but I dread the day when it’s Koda’s turn to go…I know it sounds weird, but I will be thinking good thoughts for you guys…even though I know nothing can heal the pain from the loss of a pet. 😦
~Kim Bears
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“Good bye My Friend” Grieving the loss of a pet by Mary and Herb Montgomery of Montgomery Press helped me deal with my incredible loss of Alexis, our black lab who was almost 15. Words to soothe my sadness, written in this book: “Grief is the price we pay for having loved. Through all the tears and the sadness and the pain of grief comes one thought that can make us smile again: we loved a particular animal dearly and that love was returned many fold.” I am sorry for your loss and I feel your pain.
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Heartbreaking news Lindsay, my thoughts and prayers for you and your family that you receive comfort in your time of grief.
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My heart goes out to you. I am so sorry for your loss. I have a rescue dog that I love dearly, she is my heart. I am hugging her as I type, I can’t imagine how hard it was for you. {{hugs}}
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I am so very, very sorry for your loss. I’ve been through the cat version and understand how heartbreaking it is. She sounded like a wonderful dog and you were kind to give her the gift of letting go, no matter how hard that was. And believe me, I know it was hard. Cyber hugs and wishes for peace and healing.
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I’m so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you. I know exactly how you feel.
I have had two dogs that have had to be put down because of cancer and one dog that got Immune Mediated Hemolytic Anemia from an immunization and passed (probably from a blood clot). I had all of them cremated at the time of their deaths and they reside in their sealed containers on top of my chest of drawers in my bedroom. I have two dogs right now. I have decided that when I die I want to be cremated and my ashes and the ashes from my dogs mixed together and all the ashes will be scattered together so we will always be together.
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It is a difficult thing to say goodbye to a loved pet; releasing them from pain and illness is a hard but loving gift. God bless you for your loving hearts.
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I’m so very sorry to hear about your sweet Hazel, I had tears in my eyes reading your post. I had to make a similar decision with my cat, that I had had for 16 years, a few years ago and it was the hardest thing I have ever done. She got very sick quite suddenly and we took her to the vet to get checked out. I was so scared because I had a feeling that she might not come back home with me. Turned out she had a tumour in her stomach. She was so weak at this point that trying to put her through surgery would simply have been a cruel and selfish decision on my part, they would have had to keep her at the hospital for a few days just to try and get her strong enough for the anaesthesia, and maybe she could have lived for another year or two. But I could see that she was in pain and even though my heart was breaking I decided that it was time to let her go. She was my darling and my guardian angel and I miss her every day still. It does get easier though.
I found a post on facebook a few weeks after that had me both crying and smiling because it was so beautiful… I have tried to translate it below:
A cats last will and testament.
When humans die they make a last will and testament, where they pass on their home and everything that they have to their near and dear ones.I would like to make such a Will if I could write. I would leave my loving home to a poor, longing and lonely homeless cat. I would like to leave my food bowl, my safe bed, the soft pillows, my toys, the so very loved lap, the gentle caressing hand, the kind voice, yes the whole place that I had in the hearts of my humans. I would like to leave all off this great love, that makes sure that I, when it is time, get to pass away in peace and without pain in the arms of my loving family. When I die, don’t say “I will never have an animal again, it hurts to much when they pass away”
Go look for a lonely sad cat and give her my space. This is my legacy, the love I leave behind, is all that I can give.
I know my sweet cat had a great life and I can tell that Hazel had one to. Hug each other and remember all the good times. The wonderful walks and the best of the snuggles. ❤
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I am so very sorry for the loss of your dear family dog. It makes me so sad, because they really are a member of the family. I am glad that she had such a wonderful family to love her the way you did. My heart goes out to you and your family.
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My heartfelt thoughts are with you and your family, Lindsay. It is so hard to say goodbye to a beloved pet and member of the family.
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Lindsay and family, I’m so sorry for your loss. I’ve faced similar situations and it’s extremely emotional for everyone. Your beautiful photograph reminded me of a dream I had after we had our blonde husky with canine Alzheimer’s put down. We were all happily hiking through the woods she loved to trot through. We glanced at each other, I glanced away, and when I looked back to her she had disappeared. It was sad, but I felt such comfort. I hope you and your family find peace and joy in Hazel’s memory, and maybe sometime give your hearts to another adopted family member. God bless you all.
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I’m so very sorry for your loss. I understand how gut wrenching it is. The love critters give us is incredible and we feel totally accepted in them. Which makes the loss so bittersweet. I’m glad you got to spend a few good last days with her; it helps the hurt a little.
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I am so sorry Lindsay. Keeping you and your family in my heart and prayers. My husband and I have been in your place more times than I’d like to think about and it is so very difficult. Just love your picture. Let it give you comfort that Hazel spent her last days with those she loved doing what she enjoyed like walking in the woods. All dogs are special but we’re golden fans (we’ve had 4) and they’re extra special in our minds 🙂 In due time I’m sure you’ll find it in your heart to share your love with another fuzzy butt. Hugs…Robin
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My heartfelt sympathies to you on the loss Of your family friend… I cried for 4 days when we lost our Dakota. The saddest thing to see was our other dog sitting at the foot of his grave crying and howling. She would not eat or play… It was horrible for all of us. We finally had to get a new rescue dog to snap Sky out of the loss of her beloved friend. It is as painful for our other pets as it is for us, something I had never realized. Our condolences and prayers to you and your family.
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So sorry for your loss. We have been through this with our furbabies too and it is Heartbreaking. Those last 4 days will be a treasure of memories for your family.
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So, so sorry for your loss! They truly are an important part of our family!Hugs to you,Dotty H.
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Oh Lindsay I am so very, very saddened by your loss. There is really never a time that losing a cherished pet and friend does not wrench me absolutely dry. I believe we will see them again, and they will be happy and healthy and waiting for us on the other side Peace with you and your family, my friend.
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Lindsay and Family
So sorry for your loss of your precious Hazel, i am glad you had 4 more days with her. My fur baby kitty is 18 and I dread the inevitable day I have to say goodbye. Love and hugs
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So sorry but I know your dog was truly loved by your family….
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I am so sorry for your loss. I am crying with you right now in rememberance of all they four pawed cold nosed family members that have been lost over the years. Our pets hold our hearts in a way that no human can and are such a big part of our lives ( for me now especially since my girls have all grown) and when they go they take some of our heart with them. I’m so glad your family was able to spend a few good days with her..
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My heart goes out to you and your family. When we lost our beloved cat after 18 years we were devestated. But in time you will begin to see your lovely Hazel everywhere–in nature, in kindness, anywhere there is love expressed. A part of you will always hurt but one day your heart will only be filled with sweet memories of her. Take care. Sending love and blessings to you and your family.
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Dear Lindsay & family so sorry for your lost.When a pet becomes one of the family that means it was a warm loving giving family. Blessings
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My heart goes out to you. I lost my last best dog about 15 years ago, and I still miss her mightily. She was 16 when she died and had a wonderful life.
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I am heart broken, I feel so bad for your girls. Children take these things so hard. My prayers goes out to you and your family. when “Pipo” my dog passed I made a scrapbook layout. They are always in our hearts. Sorry for your lost
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March 31st will be a year since I lost my Sam (Lab/Chow mix) to cancer also. Thanks to my vet I had a few very special days with him, I only hope that I didn’t cause him further pain in taking those few days to say goodbye and tell him over and over that I loved him and would never forget him. I miss him everyday and cannot believe it has only been a year when it seems like 10. I am glad you had some good days with your Hazel to show her your love and tell her goodbye. We lost our pets and it tears our hearts apart because we love them so much.
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I’m so sorry for your loss of your pet. I have 8 pets and 7 live in the house with us. There are four small dogs and 3 cats in the house and my big dog Ralph has a homestead just outside where he can see everything and stand guard (his fav thing to do). Lindsay, I don’t know what I will do because they are in groups as far as age and I know I’m going to go through hell when I start loosing them, but I love them so much and I couldn’t bear having to go through life without my pets.
My heart goes out to you and my prayers for you and your family to help you through your time of grief. If you ever need a shoulder or an ear I’m always here. God Bless you and your family Lindsay. Much love and Big Hugs!!!
Reeah.
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my deepest and most sincere sympathy goes out to you and your family.
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Lindsay, I am so sorry. It is such soul crushing pain. My heart breaks for your family.
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I am so sorry for your loss and I too know the pain of having a 4-legged loved one not doing well. My Maggie is about 20 and I have watched her age slowly. Having never been a real frisky dog, it has been a slow change but she used to love to go on walks and now I have to coax her to go out. She walks very slowly but doesn’t seem to be in pain. I am praying I will, like you, know when the time is right; while I also pray she will die quietly in her sleep in her beloved bed. Take the time you need to grieve and over time the happy every day memories will return. Warm hugs to your whole family!!!
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sending you and yours, love & healing prayers…
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Lindsay so sorry to hear about your Hazel. We had a lovely Golden Retriever also who was my shadow for many years. He had cancer also and he died when we were out of town. Know that your memories will get you through this sad time. So sorry.
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I am so sorry to hear about Hazel. I know she was loved and that she will be missed. I am thankful that you got to to say goodbye and have that time with her. My prayers are with your family.
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My heart breaks for you and your family. Hugs to you all.
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My heart goes out to you and the family sweetie.
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So very sorry for your loss, our furry kids are family.
Your furry partner had a good life and family with her at the end. She was blessed to have you and your family
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So sorry to hear about your dog. My heart goes out to you and your family. I’ve been through this when my family was younger. It’s an awful thing to go through. I do enjoy your website and you. Thank you for sharing , Debbie Hamilton
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So sorry for your loss!
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Oh Lindsay, I am so sorry for you and your family. We lost our Kaeli nearly a year ago. Hazel sounds very much like her as far as sweetness and loyalty. Blessing hugs, Teresa
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G’day Lindsay and your mob. So sorry to hear about your woofer. Ours died a couple of years ago and we still miss him. The right thing isnt always the easy thing, but its still right. Be sad, and then get another one! Ooroo! From Aussie Peter
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I had to put my buddy down a year ago….he was blind and losing other functions. Coal was a rescued dog, so his life with me was so much easier and better.
So I can well know what you and your family are gong thru.
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Oh Lindsay, I only hope that sharing here and having everyone reaching out to you will bring you some comfort during this very difficult time for you and your family. Our furry friends always give us their unconditional love no matter what and we could learn a lot from them………….
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It helps, you feel like no one could possibly know what paint=n you are in but I know I am not alone:)
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Lindsay, I’m so sorry for your loss. My sympathies are with you and your family. I hope you find comfort in your good and loving memories of Hazel during this sad time.
Thinking of you,
Allison
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Every animal lover feels your pain. There are no words that will really express the pain we all feel for your loss. Take your time to come back to us. Your creativity may take a break, or may be your relief. Either way, know we will be there for you.
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Our fur babies leave giant holes in our lives and hearts when they leave us. My sincere condolences, Lindsay, to your and your family. ❤
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So very sorry Lindsey. …they are family aren’t they. ..I lost my friend Sammi (pomchi) a year ago on valentine’s day and I still miss her desperately. That dog begged for coffee. …she would whine until my husband would give in. ..his is mostly milk. ..but every morning I sit here and think is there anything I could have done for her. ….miss that little stinker. I hope you can fill your days with happy thoughts of her. …my sympathies.
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Lindsay and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Losing a pet is so heartbreaking. I’m happy you had a few extra, bonus days with Hazel.
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I am so sorry for your loss. It is so tough to lose a beloved pet. Especially when it happens that quickly. That has only happened to me once. But when you are expecting the vet to tell you what to do to make her better,and instead he talks about putting her to sleep, it is such a shock to your system. I now never take a day of my pets lives for granted. Hugs to you and your kids. Tough way to learn about life and death.
Love, BJ
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Dear Lindsay,
We are so sorry and saddened to hear about your beloved Hazel. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Linda
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So sorry for your loss.. Sending hugs from Ohio.. ☝☝☝☝
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Dear Lindsay and family,
We are so sorry to learn your dear Hazel has passed away. Deepest Sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Our pets will always be in our hearts.
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So sorry for your loss. I am teary reading this.
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Dear Lindsay, so sorry for the loss of your family member. Having gone through that more than once, we know it will take time for your Family to heal but, Hazel was as much a blessing to you all as you all were to her. There is no love more pure than that of a Pet. Hugs and thoughts to you all, she will always be with you.
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Lindsay, I am so sorry to hear about poor Hazel. It is a heartbreaking time when a family loses a much loved pet. We have had our share of losses with kitties over the years and know only too well the pain of grief and loss. From my own experience I know that in time, the open wound becomes a scar which you can look at without pain, and you never forget them, but remember them with love and affection and know that they are part of the unique and rich tapestry that makes up your own family. We love them so much and when they leave us we feel the pain so deeply. My love and prayers for you all.
Shoshi
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Oh Lindsey I’m so sorry about Hazel! My heart goes out to you and your family!
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My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family may God give your the strength you need to get through this tough time. I know how this feels as we lost our Wrigley 6 years agao , he was like one of the family members and not just a pet. My heart goes out to you.
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Sorry you lost your dog. I have lost a few dogs and cats. They are truly like family. I still miss everyone of them. My cat I have now is about 5 years old. She will be my last animal. I had a bad heart when I got her due to chemo and didn’t know it or I wouldn’t have gotten her. I am not in heart failure. She is an inside cat so baring something like cancer or some other disease she should live many years, and outlive me. She is my constant companion so that makes me sad for her. She is so attached to me. It is sad either way.
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Meant to say I am in heart failure.
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I’maorey for your loss. One year when I was gone from home, my cat was staying with my parents, and she somehow got outside without anyone seeing her(she was an indoor cat only); that night when my dad came home from work, he found her laying by the end of the driveway; we think a car hit her but the vet couldn’t find any marks on her. I am glad I was gone during that time because the only memories I have of her are from when she was alive.
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I am so sorry about the sudden loss of your beloved pet! I have been there enough times and it never gets any easier that is for sure. She had a good life with lots of love and care and now she can rest! Not all animals are so lucky. Will remember your family in prayer tonight!
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I am so sorry for your loss, I have been there many times…
As your angel flies away home she will be watching over you and your family like the loyal family member she has always been…a never ending protector waiting until you meet again…🐾🐾🐾
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So sorry for the loss of your beloved Hazel.
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Dear Linsey, My thoughts are with you. I know all too well the loss you felt losing your beloved pet. It happened to me three years ago when I lost my Jeep. He was my friend and companion for 16 years. I had to also take him to the vet when his quality of life had been demolished to a level that he was no longer happy. Give your kids an extra hug and remember the good times.
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My heart goes out to you and your family. We went through the same thing last year with our dog, Truffle. It was so sudden, so hard. But,now we are excited about our new pup that will come to us in May. Still, nothing can replace our Truffle. I feel your pain!
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Dear Lindsey,
I too have a dog that I absolutely adore. A Golden Retriever mix, Scout will be 12 this May. He is old folks and I dread the day I will have to make the decision you just had to…
Just remember you gave Hazel a beautiful life.
I follow your watercolor tutorials, thank you for shairing your talent.
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Lindsay, you have given me so much fun, watching you craft and inspire me to do stuff. My heart goes out to you and your whole family at this time. Our beloved perfect family companion, our Sheltie, Whiskey, was just fine last Thursday morning, boppin’ around. In less than 24 hours, he was gone, having given his all, fighting. He succumbed to a deadly bacteria we didn’t even know he had ingested. I know how devastated you must feel. I am so sorry for your pain.
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I am so sorry, Hazel was ill so quickly too, I am still in shock. My heart goes out to you as well.
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Lindsay, I am so sorry that you and your family are facing such heartbreak with the passing of your sweet Hazel. I understand the pain of losing a beloved pet and my heart breaks for you. I hope that, in time, you all will find comfort in the wonderful memories that Hazel has left behind.
God Bless,
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Lindsay, 307 comments when I saw this! I would like to add my condolences and sympathy to all those others who are thinking and praying for you and your family. Losing a dog who has been so good to you and brought so much joy to your family is so very hard to walk through.
We lost our Cocker named Shelby many years ago and still miss her. We joke once in a while when returning home and say “We’re home!! It’s time to get out of the chair now!” She would sneak and take a nap in the lounge chair when we were gone. lol-thought we didn’t know 🙂
It took us a long time to grieve and we still miss her even now.
So sorry for your loss. Happy for you and your whole family that you were blessed with such a sweet wonderful gift and all the love she added to your lives.!
I hope you will all be able to help each other remember all the wonderful times you had with her, she will always have a special place in your heart.
Please know there are many friends you have never met that care about your hurt. We are thinking of you and praying for you!
Sincerely,
Teresa
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I’m sorry to hear about your tough week. You really didn’t seem yourself during your last video. Take care of yourself and take care of each other. Hold on to the fond memories of your little friend. It’s good to remember that she was loved during her lifetime. Take care.
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Lindsay and Family. I am so sorry for your loss. I know how very hard losing a pet is. My prayers go out to you and yours. Think of all the fun times you had with Hazel.. My thoughts and prays.
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Lindsay and family I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your beloved Hazel. The choice you made for her was a hard one, but the right one. You got 4 great days with her before she passed. My in-laws had a Goldie named Bud that ended up with cancer. They thought it was a fatty tumor so he lived with it for a few months. In the end they had to put him down. It was hard, but he was no longer in pain. Goldie’s are such sweet gentle giants. Think on the great memories you and your family had with her. We love our fur babies so much that it is hard when we lose them. My heart goes out to you and your family.
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Now is the time to create soulful water colors of your precious Hazel..
I too have a beautiful old Golden, Scout.
I love him so and my heart is already breaking because he is 12 this May.
Those old folk eyes touch our hearts forever…
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My heart goes out to you and your family. Our beloved pets really are members of our families. I nearly cried reading your post so I can imagine how broken your heart is right now. I know you will never be able to replace Hazel, but I hope you find another fur baby who will be just as precious to you in her way as Hazel was.
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So sorry for your loss. Having a pet is one of those things that bring us such joy but also such loss when they leave us. They are such great friends, and they touch our hearts so much.
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I am so sorry for your loss. Our pets are such an important part of our family that losing them takes a piece of our hearts with them when they go. My thoughts are with you and your family. I’ll be sure to give my 9 year old Golden girl some extra love in memory of your dear Hazel.
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Our hearts and thoughts are with you. We have had rescue cats for years and as each reaches their end, I cry for days. One year we lost 3! When we had to let go off our 1st (from cancer) I was inconsolable. The vet let me have time with my Tigley. I had everyone in the waiting room sobbing. The vet put her arms around me and said he’s with God now and chasing God’s butterflies in a field of sunshine. No, I didn’t stop crying, but later it gave me a smile thinking about how free and happy he must be. I hope your sweet girl is playing in that sunshine now. God bless!
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Dear Lindsay my heart goes out to you and your family. My little Bichon Sonny has been with me for 5 years and I don’t know what I would do without him xx
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I am so sorry. We had a similar situation with our Golden Retriver. Sadie, and I still cry every time I think of her. They are just like another child. Thank you for all you do for the adt community and my thoughts are with you. susan
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So very sorry about your wonderful dog’s death. They are family and you’ve lost a large part of your family. She has now gone over the rainbow bridge. So sorry.
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I JUST saw this, so I apologize for not writing sooner. I am very sorry to hear about Hazel. I had to put my kitty, Scrappy, down on Jan. 28th and I am still not recovered. Our pets show us what uncontional love is, and we miss them. Know that you did do what was right for Hazel (I gave myself sooooo much anxiety and guilt wondering if I did the right thing) and that she is no longer hurting and is waiting to see you again one day. Let yourself grieve, because you’ll need to. I am praying for you.
Many hugs,
Maureen Hayes
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Thank you, I was riding the guilt train today, I am sorry you went through that too. Take care Maureen:)
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You cared for Hazel all of her life, and now you cared for her in her death. Know that you did the very best for her, always.
Peace
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So sorry for your loss. Big hug for your family. Prayers as well. I know it’s heartbreaking try to go to good memories when your stuck in the grip of sadness.
Papamike
A fan, your student, an old timer who knows loss. 💔🙏
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Lindsay, I’m so sorry. I read this yesterday and was so tearful for you that I had to wait until today to comment. I know your heart hurts for your little furbaby. I’m glad you and the family were able to surround Hazel before she passed. That is what is important. Family being there for each other at the darkest times. Hugs, gal.
I dread this day for my Punkin. He’s 18 now. He’s got glaucoma and is blind in one eye. He’s on blood pressure meds. He goes through phases where he just looks like he’s so tired. Then when he walks, sometimes he’s crooked stepping. Other times, he might bump into a closed door thinking it’s open. So sad. Then other days like today, he’s running as if he were a kitten. So, we anticipate he will pass shortly. Until then, I just keep reminding myself when he’s meowing into thin air at 3am…how much I love him and will miss him when he’s gone.
Hang in there!
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After loosing 2 dogs in 6 months last year, I feel your heartache. So sorry to hear this news, it is never an easy thing to go through.
Even though they are gone, they stay with you forever in your heart.
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So sorry to read and sending you all a big hug. It’s never easy, always heartbreaking but they’ll always be with us too.
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So sorry for your family’s loss.
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I am so sorry for you and you family. I had to make a similar decision for one of my pets, and I know how heartbreaking it can be. Giving Hazel the gift of not having to suffer the the kindest thing you could do. So very sorry. Deirdre Powers
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Oh my! I am so sorry for your loss. Pets are our fur babies and their unconditional love is a reminder of what we should be everyday! Know lots of love and lots of prayers are being sent your way! 🙂 Lots of love and hugs to you and your family.
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Oh, how tragic for you and yours to only find out so suddenly and yet, you did make the best of an awful situation (for all concerned). That’s what I love about you! Lindsay, stay strong.
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I’m so very sorry I have had dogs go to doggy heaven. It’s not easy with them being so happy and loving to us and as you said a family member. Sending warm loving hugs.
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I believe in my heart that they know you’re doing the right thing for them. The days ahead will be tough my friend, and the grief hits unexpectedly. Having to be strong for your kids will help, just be sure to let yourself grieve too, and in your own ways. So very sorry for your loss. So many of us have been there too, we’re all hurting for you!
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Y’all have our deepest sympathy for the loss of your beloved pet.. Losing a pet just rips your heart out. We understand what all of you are going through because we have gone through it too.
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OMG, Lindsay, I know just what you and your kids are feeling. I lost my 2 kitties. One a year ago and the other, my Mrs Babes 6 months ago. She was 21 years old. I miss them so. We waited about 2 months and got 2 more little kitties. Both sisters. They will never replace my Kitties, but they start to fill the hole. I am so sorry for you loss. I don’t know if you know this poem, It always helps me,
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….
Author unknown…
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My heart goes out to you. I know how you feel, I lost my 7 yr old border collie Shep Feb 29th. He passed in his sleep from heart failure, I was away on vacation and my folks had to tell me. It was so hard coming home and not seeing him. I still have his sister Kati, but I miss him so much.
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Lindsay, so sorry for your loss. Our furbabies are so precious and it hurts so much when we have to let them go. After my last baby crossed the rainbow bridge I had to wait two plus years before I was able to try again and now I don’t know why I waited! I’ve had Laddie two and a half years and we rescued another one 3 months ago and life seems complete! I realise people who don’t have pets wouldn’t understand, but they are our babies! I had to take Laddie to an emergency hospital a week ago and I just lost it thinking I would lose him already. Everything turned out and he’s still with us but I truly understand your sadness. Hugs to you and your family. I love everything you share with us and I missed you and thought something may have happened. It’s amazing how you feel you know someone without ever meeting them! Hugs and prayers.♥♥
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Such a beautiful dog, and what a sweet little heart your Hazel had. You are blessed to have been able to care for her and she too, to be in your home. Our hearts go out to you and our prayers are for you and your family at this sad time. It hurts terribly. Saying good bye goes against everything in us. Shouldn’t have to. No precious and innocent creature deserves these things. One comfort is that we have the hope of Heaven where there will be no more death or sorrow, and I believe we will see them again.
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I am so sorry Lindsay. I lost my two big dogs two years ago within a month of each other. Know how you feel. Will hug my rescue doxie for you .
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My heart goes out to you and your family. We had to have our Lab put down, and it broke the heart of our whole family. Time heals! Keep busy and another love will come into your life when you are ready.
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So very sorry for you heartbreaking loss.
God Bless you and your family Lindsay
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I am so sorry. I know the pain and the loss.
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So sorry for your loss. Glad you had a few days to make more special memories with Hazel.
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Tears for you. There are so many beautiful animals in our lives. They leave us, then teach us to go on through those tears.
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Sometimes it is just no fun being the Mom and having to make these hard decisions. Very sorry to hear about Hazel.
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Just read your blog, and my heart goes out to you, I am writing this thru tears of my own, remembering the heartbreak I felt when I had to put my cat, Baby to sleep. He and I were inseparable, and we were supposed to grow old together, but he also had cancer. I now have two cats that are the joy of my life.I will hug and kiss them and tell them how much they are loved. Time does not make us forget, but it does lessen the pain. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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My heart goes out to you and your family. Hazel sounds like a wonderful sweet family member. Hugs and prayers going your way, Kristina
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Very sad to read about your wonderful dog. We want them to stay with us for a longer time than they can. She gave you all she could as a loving pet and if this is any comfort to you and your family, know that her passing was a lot more peaceful than the ending of many peoples lives are. You will always cherish her memories and think back on the times she made you happy. Those you will always have. I too know how it feels had three wonderful pets too. Miss them still and they are gone a long time now.
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Sorry about Hazel, I know just how you feel. You have to feel glad that she went peacefully and didn’t have to suffer.
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My heart goes out to you and your family we’ve been there quite a few times. I read this one a long time ago: “Someday when you get to Heaven all the dogs that you loved will greet you.” It breaks your heart to lose them but you really haven’t completely lost a loving pet they’ll always be in your memory even though you welcome a new pet into your heart. Your Hazel will always be in your heart.
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I am so sorry to hear of your loss. It is no easier losing a furbaby as it is our human family. The rainbow bridge was open to greet her with all other animals that have crossed over. Your family is in my thoughts.
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So very sorry for your loss. I just went through the same thing in February. She will always be with you and thankfully you had 4 extra days.
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I just read about dear Hazel, and wanted to leave a message. Scanning over these HUNDREDS of messages is heartwarming. It’s nice so many people understand the joy of a “family” pet, not just a pet. I’m glad Hazel got to spend her years within a loving home, with a family, plenty of food, fun walks, snow play, somewhere safe and warm to sleep, and no doubt lots of belly rubs. Dogs are a precious gift from God. I’m sorry for your loss.
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So sorry for your loss. My husband and I have lost 5 dogs over our years together and each time it has been so hard. But each time within a few months we find or are given another dog that lights up our lives and steals our hearts. I truly hope in a little time that your family can do the same. There are so many out there that need and deserve a loving home.
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There is no greater love than holding a hand or paw as those dear to us pass from this life. I am heartbroken for you and your family. {{HUG}}
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My heart breaks tonight for you and your family, Lindsay. I know first hand the pain of your loss. It is not easy and I’m not going to pretend otherwise. I grieve with every person who shares this kind of loss and take you into my prayers for comfort. I remember the wonderful years we had (14) and my comfort comes in knowing that my (Angel) suffers no more. It’s been almost 3 years and I miss her on the footrest of my recliner keeping me company. I believe with all my heart that we will see our precious doggies in heaven. God knows…and brings me peace as I weep for your tonight. Love and loads of hugs, Marcia
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My heart goes out to you. I lost one of my angels not long ago. Out vet was so special, cast her paw print for us and sent a poem along called “Rainbow Bridge Poem” not enough room for it all here, but if you can find it in line, it will tug at your heart.
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Sending my love. :hug:
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I’m so sorry to hear this about your fur baby. When it happens it’s like losing a family member.
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I know how hard it is to lose a pet .I’m so very sorry for you. I pray your hearts heal soon .
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