We lost a special member of our family today

Dee Bee · #21 Postby **Dee Bee** » Mon Jun 06, 2005 9:57 pm

What a very difficult decision it is to part with our animal "children." It is one of the greatest final acts of love we will ever do. My condolences to you both.

Miss Mary · #22 Postby **Miss Mary** » Mon Jun 06, 2005 10:36 pm

Johnathan - I'm so sorry for your loss. I am very sad for both you and Tony. You were wonderful parents to Marra - I understand perfectly, as Stephanie said. Our dog Hope is my full fledged third daughter I say. Somedays I feel as though I gave birth to her, she is so devoted to me (sometimes more than my own kids!). And her hair color is the same as Jim's (he's a redhead). People joke - hey Jim, you finally had one with your hair color. But pets do become your children and I understand even more why in your case (I mean that as delicately as I can, and with utmost respect). If this helps any, I think you did the right thing. Marra was suffering.

Prayers and hugs coming both your ways.

Mary

#23 Postby **vbhoutex** » Mon Jun 06, 2005 11:16 pm

You and Tony are always in my prayers, but I have added some extra tonight for Marra and your added burden. BTDT with two of ours in the past and I bawled both times. Heck I couldn't even do it the first time, my wife had to take her in. We still miss them both.

GulfBreezer · #24 Postby **GulfBreezer** » Tue Jun 07, 2005 7:55 am

My dear, dear friend!! I know exactly how you feel. Jasmine (my great dane) is my daughter and when something happens to her I know that it will devastate me. You and Tony are in my prayers! I love you!
(((((((((((((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))))))))))))))))

HurricaneGirl · #25 Postby **HurricaneGirl** » Tue Jun 07, 2005 8:07 am

Jonathan, I know what you guys are going through being devasted when I lost my cat Bonzo after 19 years. Having never had any children of my own, now Rattboy is my only child and I can't imagine how it must feel to lose such a special member of your family. I will keep you guys in my thoughts and prayers. Marra sounded like a very special kitty. At least her suffering is over and she is at peace.

#26 Postby **bfez1** » Tue Jun 07, 2005 8:11 am

(((((HUGS)))))
So sorry for your loss, Jon! :cry:

Kelarie · #27 Postby **Kelarie** » Tue Jun 07, 2005 8:38 am

I am sorry for your loss. Just know that she will always be with you in your heart and memories.

AussieMark · #28 Postby **AussieMark** » Tue Jun 07, 2005 9:15 am

This is so sad :cry:

I like animals also

I know how u feel

I used to keep rabbits but after the most recent one died I had to give it up as I would become to attached to em I would be a wreck for days. SO it was better on my mentality. I am a wuss I know.

---Mark---

TexasStooge · #29 Postby **TexasStooge** » Tue Jun 07, 2005 9:18 am

I know how you feel as well.

I already witnessed 3 young kittens dying a month ago. :cry:

Miss Mary · #30 Postby **Miss Mary** » Tue Jun 07, 2005 9:22 am

Oh Stooge - how awful. I would have been crying my eyes out. I'm still a cat lover, but owning a Golden now, I'm half cat, half dog lover now. Can't own a cat, since my oldest daughter is highly allergic to them. And get this, she loves cats too. Nothing compares to when a cat curls up in your lap and purrs away. I joke my Golden would be perfect, if only she would purr. She thinks she's a lapdog, at 80 lbs. I do sit on the floor, legs spread wide, so she thinks she's in my lap. She's really more on the carpet. First time I said if only she purred, my family wanted to disown me.

Mary

cajungal · #31 Postby **cajungal** » Tue Jun 07, 2005 9:27 am

I feel the same way about my Yorkie; Lacey. I had her since she was 6 weeks old. And now she is 13. I love her like my child. I know that our time is limited. She got diagnosed with chronic kidney failure in a week or 2 before Easter. The only thing that is keeping her alive is her fluid shots 3 times a week from the vets. She was almost on death's door. And now she seems back to her old self. I will never be prepared for the time she dies. And I will cry like a baby when it finally happens. Another dog will never replace her. As I type this, she is on the side of me begging for my waffle.

#32 Postby **DaylilyDawn** » Tue Jun 07, 2005 9:44 am

Rainband ,I am so sorry to hear that you lost Marra, pets occupy a special place in our hearst and when they go over that Rainbow Bridge, we feel left behind. Just remember the good times you had with her and she will be in your heart forever.

#33 Postby **Stephanie** » Tue Jun 07, 2005 11:03 am

cajungal wrote:I feel the same way about my Yorkie; Lacey. I had her since she was 6 weeks old. And now she is 13. I love her like my child. I know that our time is limited. She got diagnosed with chronic kidney failure in a week or 2 before Easter. The only thing that is keeping her alive is her fluid shots 3 times a week from the vets. She was almost on death's door. And now she seems back to her old self. I will never be prepared for the time she dies. And I will cry like a baby when it finally happens. Another dog will never replace her. As I type this, she is on the side of me begging for my waffle.

That's what happened with my cat Derby. His kidneys slowly failed him over a span of 2 years. We ended up putting him to sleep about a year and a half ago when he just got too week. We had to keep giving him fluids weekly as well.

I'm sure your Yorkie loved that waffle! :lol:

#34 Postby **Pburgh** » Tue Jun 07, 2005 12:28 pm

Johathan, I'm so sorry. My heart goes out to you and Tony. ((Hugs)) of support coming your way.
Karan

Rainband · #35 Postby **Rainband** » Tue Jun 07, 2005 5:35 pm

You guys and Gals are so awesome. I feel a lot better today. We know we did the right thing but it is still hard to be without her. I know she is happy where she is and we will see her again someday. Tony says thank you, he is amazed at the replies. May God bless all of You.(((HUGS)))

#36 Postby **azskyman** » Tue Jun 07, 2005 6:45 pm

Our Sasha's been gone 4 years already. We really miss the friendship and loyalty. Sorry to hear about your loss too.

They really are part of the family.

#37 Postby **Stephanie** » Tue Jun 07, 2005 7:55 pm

Rainband wrote:You guys and Gals are so awesome. I feel a lot better today. We know we did the right thing but it is still hard to be without her. I know she is happy where she is and we will see her again someday. Tony says thank you, he is amazed at the replies. May God bless all of You.(((HUGS)))

She is and you will!

Skywatch_NC · #38 Postby **Skywatch_NC** » Wed Jun 08, 2005 11:51 am

So very sorry, Johnathan :cry:

((((HUG))))

I had a gray Tabby with white paws named Mittens when I was in pre-school and one night she went into heat and we let her out to go find a Tom...she never came back...we all figured she may have gotten hit by a car on a busy road near our neighborhood. :cry:

Eric

#39 Postby **CaptinCrunch** » Wed Jun 08, 2005 2:48 pm

Sorry about the lose of your kitty! :cry:

I know how you feel, I have 3 cat's who are family as well.

Rainband · #40 Postby **Rainband** » Sun Jun 12, 2005 3:45 pm

We decided to go adopt a kitten from the spca to give Cali a companion. We are going to start looking tomorrow She has had a litter mate since she was a kitten. She misses her sister and we want her to have someone to play with. (((HUGS))) thanks again for all the thoughts and prayers.

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