Good Bye To Minnie Jane

[sixdogsmom]

I have put this off for several days trying to get my broken heart under control. On Wednesday, I had my beloved little Chihuahua Minnie Jane put to sleep. She has been going down hill for several months now, and was seriously ill about six weeks ago. The vet and I managed to get her back for awhile, but over last weekend she started going backward again. I debated for several days and finally decided to let her go. She had a very long life (17 years), filled with all the love and attention any little gal had a right to claim. She called two loving men 'daddy', and outlived them both. I miss her courage, and most of all, I miss that little warm body tucked into the crook of my legs at night. Someday I hope to see her again.

[srkruzich]

sorry for your loss. I know the feeling.  I lost two of my little ones in 3 months 2 years go.   ONe of cancer the other i had to put to sleep.

I keep saying i won't get anymore but that never seems to work out.

[Roma Jean Turner]

my heart aches for you. Just no words to adequately express it.

[Mom70x7]

So Sad!        

[Diane Amberg]

I'm so sorry. Just don't have words except to say you were very brave.

[Bonnie M.]

I'm sorry for the loss of your little Chihuahua.

[Ole Granny]

So sorry.  We do get attached to them. 

[flo]

Edie, I am so sorry that you had to give in to relieve the suffering of your precious Minnie Jane.  They become members of the family and are so dear to your heart and loyal companions.  I have my Lucy that is so much company and such a good, altho spoiled, pet.  I will convey this to Pam also, and know she sends you special thoughts and prayers as I do.  Flo

[Clubine Ranch]

For dog lovers everywhere .  .  .





 



  Edie, Thought of you when I read this. Hope you like it. Barbara



A Dog's Purpose?   (from a 6-year-old).

Being a veterinarian, I had been called to examine a ten-year-old Irish Wolfhound. The dog's owners, Ron, his wife Lisa, and their little boy Shane, were all very attached to Belker, and they were hoping for a miracle.

I examined Belker and found he was dying of cancer. I told the family we couldn't do anything for Belker, and offered to perform the euthanasia procedure for the old dog in their home.

As we made arrangements, Ron and Lisa told me they thought it would be good for six-year-old Shane to observe the procedure. They felt as though Shane might learn something from the experience..

The next day, I felt the familiar catch in my throat as Belker 's family surrounded him. Shane seemed so calm, petting the old dog for the last time, that I wondered if he understood what was going on. Within a few minutes, Belker slipped peacefully away.

The little boy seemed to accept Belker's transition without any difficulty or confusion. We sat together for a while after Belker's Death, wondering aloud about the sad fact that animal lives are shorter than human lives.
Shane, who had been listening quietly, piped up, ''I know why..''

Startled, we all turned to him. What came out of his mouth next stunned me. I'd never heard a more comforting explanation. It has changed the way I try and live.

He said,''People are born so that they can learn how to live a good life -- like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?''
The Six-year-old continued,''Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don't have to stay as long.''

Live simply.

Love generously.

Care deeply.

Speak kindly.

Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like:

When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.

Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.

Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure Ecstasy.

Take naps.

Stretch before rising.

Run, romp, and play daily.

Thrive on attention and let people touch you.

Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.

On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.

On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.

When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body.

Delight in the simple joy of a long walk..

Be loyal.

Never pretend to be something you're not.

If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.

When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by, and nuzzle them gently.

ENJOY EVERY MOMENT OF EVERY DAY!

[Marcia Moore]

     So sorry for your loss.  We lost our beloved dog, Harry, in April 2007.  He  was thirteen years old and he had cancer.  Don't know what I would do without a dog - have always had one throughout my whole life.  I love dogs - have three of them now - an Akita cross that is around seven years old, a rat terrier cross that is almost three and a beagle that is three.