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Our sweet Crystal has gone to the Rainbow Bridge


Bea Killion

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Two weeks ago we had to say goodbye to our little Crystal. (Bichon Frise). She was 17 and had been blind for over 6 years but she had adjusted to it and still went for her daily walks. But the time came where she just didn't act like herself anymore, pacing, whining, just going in circles. We didn't know if she was is pain or just trying to hold on for us. So we took her to the vet to get his opinion. He told us that her quality of life was not there any more and it was fair to let her slip easily into her final sleep. It's just such a hard thing to do, no matter what. We always question ourselves about this decision. Especially since she still greeted us and wagged her tail when we came home. And when I held her in my arms in the evenings and talked to her, it seemed like she was looking into my eyes and listening to me. We picked up her ashes last week and took her for her last walk along the lake. It was like getting my heart ripped out. Our little fur babies bring us so much love and happiness. We never have enough time with them. :cry:

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Oh, I know! It is hard not to second guess these important decisions we have to make about our fur kids. It is better, though, not to have them suffer. They can't tell us what they need; we are entrusted with understanding them and providing the best care and attention possible. It is so tough to make those final decisions, but so important. You were there for her all the way and helped her transition over the Rainbow Bridge, knowing only the love of your tender care as you held her. What better gift could you give her? She had a good life with you and a good transition to the beyond.

Sending you condolences, hugs and big love. I know your heart is hurting.

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As time passes you will begin to heal and feel more and more that it was the right decision. It's hard to be sure about that right now, I understand completely. There is limited communication, no way to tell them what is happening or have them explain how they're feeling. You're left to make the decision to say goodbye to your fuzzy best friend, you don't want to...but you know deep down it's best.

It sounds like Crystal had a wonderfully caring human family and lived a long life because of it.

Big hugs to you

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Our pets are part of our family too. I understand how great your loss is. Never forget what a gift it was to be allowed to peacefully escort your baby over that bridge. The loss I will NEVER forget was the one where my cat died naturally. I decided then and there, if I couldn't love my babies enough to give them a peaceful end to this life, I did not deserve them at all. The choice you got to make said I Love You as surely as any words or actions ever could.

Also, WHEN you get another, you are honoring the one you lost. Not replacing her. Honoring.

Wishing you the very best at this sad time.

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Picture her playing with my little girl. They'll be the modern version of the old Black and White Scotch ads. I still wish at times I'd had waited, and given myself a few more days with my precious Scottie, but I'd never have forgiven myself if my selfishness had caused her pain. Your heart will tell you when you're ready for another. Just listen to it.

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I'm so sorry Bea. Crystal knew your love and you did what was best for her every step of the way.

We had to let our little Sushi go 2.5 yrs ago and I think of him every day, still. It hurts less as time goes by, but he is always near in my heart.

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My hubby Ernie was there waiting for Crystal. All my birdie friends that have gone were there too in that Perfect world. Crystal is in great company I can tell you.

((hugs)) and tears from me.

LindaC

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  • 1 month later...

Thanks so much everyone for your sweet comments. I just came from the store and went I past by the doggie stuff, I wanted to cry. My heart still hurts so bad. I know i'm supposed to cherish all the good times we shared, and I do, but I just get so attached to my little fur babies. I never even let anyone stay with them. We take them with us wherever we go, even if it means staying in a lower-class motel where they take dogs. And if we want to go look at something, or go in shops, we take turns. (I know, I'm a little crazy"). But I can't help it. We do leave them at home for a couple of hours when we go somewhere not more than an hour away from home. Right now, I have a 2 year old malt-poo, and 2, 5 year old Basset hound sisters. Don't have any family down here, and just 1 friend across the street. So my dogs don't have visitors to the house. So they are just used to my husband and myself. And I'm retired so I'm home with them all the time. This makes them very upset when we leave. I guess that's why, I spoil them so much. :wacko:

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