jrs8084
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Re: [FYI] Our Pet Memorial Thread
Jitters | 
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Jitters passed on Monday, 23 November 09. Diabetes had robbed him of his vision, but he still managed quite well. Like all pets, he was wonderful in his own special way. His personality will surely be missed.
A quick story:
I came home from work on Friday, and my friend said something was wrong with Jitters. Being diabetic, it was not uncommon for his blood sugar to get out of whack, and he would have ups and downs. I had become accustomed to this. He appeared fine to me, and still eagerly wanted to go on his walk. But, he kept wanting to go further. . away. I ended up having to carry him home. Something was wrong.
Now, on a side-note, we keep (electric) candles in the windows during the holidays. In the back bedroom, we leave the candle in all year. My friend always claimed that the light represented the spirit of another pet that passed (a border collie who took on Jitters as her pup-she was alpha female). It was always soothing to sit in that room at night with that light.
Now, on the same Friday night, that light went out after 3 years of continuous operation. And, over the weekend Jitters had his ups and downs. After a rough Saturday morning, he rebounded and got his energy back. He even gobbled up turkey from a pre-Thanksgiving meal. He enjoyed Saturday evening sitting in front of the fireplace while listening to Christmas music. But, his renewed health was short-lived.
On Sunday, I went to relamp that light. Now, I am a pretty mechanically inclined guy-let's just put it this way: no amount of bulbs or fuses was going to make that candle light. Then I knew: it was time. I turned to supportive care for Jitters, and he died peacefully at home on Monday morning.
And guess what, that lamp is again burning brightly.
Thought I would share that with you all. |
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legendNYC
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Kirby |
Our first pet is a parakeet, Kirby. He is the best pet. He goes to bed at night without a fuss and he is always pleasant company. |
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Maccawolf
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Hillsdale, NJ | reply to usa2k
Don't know what to say except how sorry I am!
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usa2k
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Poor baby! I am certain there are many a great memories.
Rest in peace now Bows. |
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Jodokast96
R.I.P Bassman442
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Erial, NJ | reply to tim_k
Sorry to hear this again so soon Tim. |
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tim_k
Buttons, Bows, Beamer, Shadow, Kasey
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young Bows | 
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Bows b-day 2007 | 
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Bows last year |
Tonight we said goodbye to our beloved Bows. In her last years she had lots of trouble with arthritis and skin infections. I felt so sorry for her seeing all the sores on her skin. We did everything in our power to help her, but the problems still became worst. Over the past few weeks she had a harder and harder time getting around. I'd help her to her feet and carry her in and out of the house as required. Tonight something happened. She could hardly move her one leg, it seemed she had no control over the lower part and she was very agitated. She kept trying to move about but kept falling. We took her to the ER, on the way she stayed agitated the whole way. It seemed she could not get comfortable. At the ER, the Vet said she lost circulation in the one leg and she found some parts of her shoulder that didn't feel right. She wanted to do x-rays and bloodwork but I asked her what are our options in the best case. The best options she gave us appeared to mean weeks of pain for Bows. We decided to let her go. We got a few more minutes to say goodbye and then we held her as the Vet sent her to the bridge. Bows was never the same after Buttons died and now she is happily playing with her once again. You girls have fun until I meet up with you again.
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RIP my babys Buttons 1/15/94-2/9/07 & Beamer 7/24/08, Buttons, Buttons video, Beamer
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TigerNutz
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RIP my friend. |
He passed on last week.
The pet of my parents, he was a deeply loved member of our family.
A very sweet dog, he will be missed greatly. |
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jaykaykay
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Bless you all who have lost family members. I've been there and know how it feels. The chunk of lonliness that is felt is something that is almost palpable. |
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nyteeyes1
RIP my beloved spook 1991 to 8-2-08
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Just wanted to post that's officially been 1 year ago as of today that my Spook passed away..she was posted on page 3 of this thread.
Not a day has gone by over the year that her name has not been mentioned by someone in the family.
We all miss her greatly still. We had a little memorial for her today by her little gravesite in our backyard and placed an appropriate white rose on her headstone.
In irony, the last two weeks the hubby and I have mentioned possibly getting another cat. Today we were on the boat with our neighbors and we mentioned that we were going to have the memorial for Spook, and they asked if we wanted a kitten.
Turns out, one of the stray cats around here had kittens over by their house but abandoned 2 kitties at birth and they nursed them and raised them. They are now 4 months old..they will be keeping 1 kitten. I didn't even know they had the kittens..so now other than the costs..I'm weighing whether or not I am really ready to add another kitty.
I just found it odd the way this worked out.
But I really do miss my Spook, can't believe it's been a year already.
Thanks all.
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There’s no God, no rules, no judgments.
Except for those you accept or create for yourself.
And once it’s over,
It’s over.
Dreamless sleep forever and ever.
So why not be happy while you’re here?
Really.
Why not? |
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Owlbet
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I'm so sorry for your loss, Ron.  |
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Jodokast96
R.I.P Bassman442
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Erial, NJ | reply to RonS
Our family weeps with you. |
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Maccawolf
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That's what I did with my twelve yo Mal before Crockett. I thought it was cruel to amputate his leg. it would have been different if he were a puppy, but at that age, I just think it's too cruel!
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RonS
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We had to help Gunner over the Rainbow Bridge this morning. Even the Vet agreed it would be better than putting him through Amputation of his leg and all the treatments for Bone Cancer.
He would have been 13 next month...
Gunner July 1996 - June 16, 2009
 
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Fishead1
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Bronx, NY | reply to AtlGuy
I'm sorry for your loss.Its no different then losing a loved one in your family.
It will take time to heal your wounds but it will always hurt when you remember things you did with him or old photos and the joy he bought into your life. |
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AtlGuy
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Feb 10, 1994 - May 29, 2009 |
It finally got to the point the last 3 days where his worst arthritic leg would give out, and he would fall. He would be unable to get himself up, and I would have to help. Today at 5pm, he went to sleep for the last time as I told him how much I loved him, and how he wouldn't be in pain anymore.
I miss him immensely, and the house already feels empty without him here. |
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jaykaykay
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Scottsdale, AZ | reply to Pretorious
For those of you who post in this thread, I just want you to know that others shed tears for your loss. |
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Owlbet
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Mason aka MayMay 06/14/2003 - 05/22/2009 |
May you find Rocky Dawg and together, the both of you will finally "Get that cat".
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Sandy
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She was an amazingly energetic and happy dog. She travelled with us on a roadtrip in 2007 from coast to coast.
She was about 7 years old. Forever love. |
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Jodokast96
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Re: [FYI] Our Pet Memorial Thread
said by Maccawolf  :Everytime I click on the updates for this thread, I say OH NO........ You're not the only one. Imagine what I just thought seeing you as the last person to post. |
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Maccawolf
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Hillsdale, NJ | reply to Pretorious
Glad he's OK.
Everytime I click on the updates for this thread, I say OH NO........
Glad it was unfounded (this time)!
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