At Rest now...

[simple_john]

I thought id close this chapter of my old girls life.

Last friday i put my Cass down. It was not an easy thing to do, but it was the right thing to do...

She was a great old girl, in the end, i felt it was not right to let her go in in the way she was...

she was alive, yes, but the tumor or whatever was festering inside of her had robbed her of most of her faculties.. she was existing on this earth but not really living... i decided it was time to step up and do what needed to be done.


it was honestly one of the hardest and saddest things ive had to do...

in the end, she went peacefully, swiftly and painlessly onto wherever it is
that we go when we pass... i can only hope that one day we meet again..

ive had other dogs.. but none so special as her...


We burried her sunday and i set up a corner of the yard for her... i think it looks nice and it will be a reminder to us of what a sweetheart of a dog she was...

bye my old girl...

[Ingersoll444]

Sorry to hear that John. Nothing I can say will help, but just hang in there.

[DYT4000]

Sorry to hear that John. Nothing I can say will help, but just hang in there.

:ditto:

Time will take some of the sting out of this John...I hope your doing okay.

[lt230s]

John,
Our condolences on your loss. Hope you're OK, also.

Put our 23 year young cat, Tabitha, down last year. She was a witch 95% of the time but I still miss her loud meowing when her water bowl was empty and her purring when she cuddled up next you in bed at night.

[Steve (Magnolia, TX)]

I had to put down Jake around Thanksgiving of '04. I know what you're going through. I buried him in the pasture, where he loved to roam. There's no marker or anything, but I can, to this day, take you to the exact spot.

Sorry that you had to go through that, John...

[Durwood]

I'm sorry for your loss too SJ. It had to be a hard thing to do.

Dur

[Mickey]

Sorry for the loss SJ.

Have had to put down several of my pets and it is hard to do. It's unbelievable how attached humans can become to their pets.

[Wingnut]

Its tough to give her up, but her suffering is over. She left you wonderful memories that will last a life time.

[BigAllis]

sorry for yer loss sj cass will always be with you in your heart and on your mind with memories

[Hutch001b]

Sorry for your loss SJ.

[Glad2bHere]

You did the right thing John, not easy in any way, but in your heart you know it was time.

[ducati996]

As we all wish for our pets to last as long as us - the time we have is short and never enough for pets and family.

Im sorry for your loss - you created a beautiful spot in your yard to remember her forever...

[drbailey]

I`m sorry for your loss SJ , it is a hard thing to do ,, but like you said , it is the right thing. I have put down three of my four legged best friends in the last ten years . I know how your feeling .

[John Deere Addict]

John, I can only echo what others have said. As I told you in a PM I will say here...I'd like to think that these wonderful members of our family know that they are loved and are grateful to us for giving them that love. It is a very hard thing to lose a pet that has brought so much unconditional love and companionship to us as their masters, as we recently lost a member of "our family" as well, I share in your grief.

Always remember the good times and hold them close to your heart....that way Cass will always be there. That is a very nice place where you laid Cass to rest...excellent job!

Take care, time will heal to some degree that hollow spot in your heart that aches with loss....but will never allow you to forget that amazing animal that was and is a part of your life.

[MaineDad]

Sorry SJ... That beautiful dog has a beautiful place to rest...

[Mower_Man42]

Sorry to hear about your friend. It`s not a easy thing to do, but you did the right thing by not letting her suffer. In the short time we care for them they become very close friends. A friend that will never turn their back to you, no matter what. That`s a very nice resting place you made for her.

[Ken N Tx]

Dear Master,

You have been my teacher, my friend and most beloved companion. I was like your child, totally dependent on you for all my needs. But I never grew up and moved away as children do, I just grew to love and need you more each day, each month, each year.
I never went hungry because you gave me dinner and gave me water each day. When the weather was bad I found comfort in the warmth and safety of your home. I delighted you by learning tricks, but what you may not have realized is that I loved learning from you because I lived to please you.
The touch of your hand stroking my fur made my life worthwhile. Though I barked at noises in the night, the postman's footsteps and the ringing of the doorbell; the voice of my master was the one sound that I cherished most. Your moods became my moods. When you were sad or lonely, I nuzzled closer to comfort you .
There were times when you became upset with me because I soiled the carpet, chewed on a piece of furniture, or barked too much. But do not feel bad about those times when you scolded me - I needed to learn right from wrong, and I always understood when things weren't going your way or when you'd had an unpleasant day at work. There is no need for you to harbor guilt or remorse on my behalf.
You loved me and blessed me with more happiness than most animals will ever know. Instead of wondering what you could have done differently, remember the funny things I did and the happy times we shared together. Though it is hard for you to understand, I was ready to pass on from this life.
Our time together was short, but if we'd had fifty years together, you still would have not been ready for me to leave.
So please, Master, share your life with others. Do not refuse the opportunity to give another lucky pet the love you have given me. No other animal will ever take my place in your heart, but there is another one who needs you and will grow to love you as much as I did.
I am now at peace and no longer feel pain. You gave me a wonderful home and a happy existence on this earth. So please be happy - go on with your life and give your love to others.
Although I no longer share your world, I will always live in your heart, and you in mine.
Farewell, Dear Master

[draddogs]

Pets are always part of the family but the best pets are the ones fond memories are made of. Sorry for you loss SJ. I know no words will ease the pain at this time but the pain will wain and the memories wil over come the sorrow.

[simplelife]

Dear Master,

You have been my teacher, my friend and most beloved companion. I was like your child, totally dependent on you for all my needs. But I never grew up and moved away as children do, I just grew to love and need you more each day, each month, each year. .....

Although I no longer share your world, I will always live in your heart, and you in mine.
Farewell, Dear Master

Man that was beautiful and just had to start the water works here. Buried my buddy last year and won't ever forget him. People need to learn a lesson from pets about unconditional love and faithfulness.

[MowHoward2210]

I'm so very sorry, John.

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...

[USN_ED]

Very very sorry to hear about Cass. I know it was hard to do and we will soon face the same for our Scruffy. The area you picked for her is beautiful. At least she is at peace now.

[mbkerk]

My deepest sympathy John.

Kurt beat me to the Rainbow Bridge poem... I love that poem, and Ken's contribution is great too.

You did the right thing for your old friend John. No more seizures where she is now... She's resting comfortably, waiting for you!

Many of us who have had pets, and who truly care about them, have had to make the same decisions. I have had to twice. Not an easy one, but it is the right one.

[Milwaukee]

Well It same way what I did to our Riley who live for 13 years. He have tumors on his right side arm for 3 years but in July 13 to July 20 2006 was grow big tumors almost size to 5 inches circle. It was 3 days soon for my birthday :sad_02:

Here Pictures.

[Argee]

You did a great job with that corner of the yard. What a nice tribute you've given her. Goes to show, how attached we can get to our pets. Time heals all SJ...it will heal your heavy heart.

[Rodster]

Sorry to hear of your loss. You did the right thing.
Rod

[john41]

sorry for your loss SJ

[HydroHarold]

I'm so sorry for your loss SJ. I had to face a similar pain last month with a 16 yo memeber of my cat family, Marmalade. Our pets will be waiting for us when we go because they fill the places in our hearts that only loving and being loved by animals can...

[glenn27]

John--I , too, just want to say "I'm sorry" for you, but glad that Cass is out of pain, but not out of your heart---Ken.n Tx. just did a fitting tribute--made me cry...
Your yard looks nice--that's 'her' spot now and forever....

[depasseg]

John - I'm sorry to hear about Cass. My condolences. As tough as it must have been, I'm sure you made the right choice.

-Greg

[Jim_WV]

I'm sorry to hear John, never an easy thing, but at others have mentioned, she's at rest and no more suffering, it does'nt help the burden on your heart but time will heal that for sure.

[Carl]

John, sorry to hear about Cass. Even when the end is expected it is still a blow. It will be a long time that you will have a little empty spot in your life. For you loved your buddy.

You fixed a nice memorial for Cass.