Guest Clover Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 Thinking of you all . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rascalmyshadow Posted February 16, 2014 Author Share Posted February 16, 2014 (edited) Thank you for everyone's kind words. The day is here and I am quite anxious, Bella has been my constant companion for most of her life, as a young dog she went to work with my husband every day then that changed and she was at work with me everyday. It has been very hard to watch such a fit dog that loved car rides, ball games, romps at the beach, running next to our bikes etc. not be able to do any of those things anymore. I thought she would be with us for a few more years but her eyesight is almost gone, her hearing is terrible, the incontinance is getting bad and after having both cruciates done (both she was over 9 ) she is so full of arthritis even a short walk or car trip leaves her sore. Even grooming her has become very difficult. The last couple of years we have managed but she has needed a lot of medication to keep her comfortable, now she can't do any of the things she once enjoyed and I feel her quality of life is not good enough. I have kept busy over the weekend to keep my mind off it all but it's starting to sink in now.. Edited February 16, 2014 by Rascalmyshadow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tdierikx Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 Thinking of you today RMS... T. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harley Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 Yes, thinking of you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelleva Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 Thinking of you and your hubby today, what you're doing is showing her the ultimate unconditional love, even though it hurts like hell. xo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glen Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 Rotten tough day for you, a good one for her. Hang in there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandiandwe Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 Thinking of you today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic.B Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 I am so sorry, what a terrible lot you have been through Bella is blessed to have such loving, devoted owners, what a blessing for Bella knowing you are always there for her. Enjoy your special time together today. Thinking of you all and sending love xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 Thinking of you all... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiverStar-Aura Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 My thoughts are with you and Bella today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tassie Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 Thinking of you today. Just spoke with a friend who thinks she will be farewelling their dear old Border Collie girl today. It is such a hard thing to do, even when you know that it's the right and kind thing to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loving my Oldies Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 Our thoughts are with you today, Rascal. Deeply sad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazyCresties Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 Thinking of you all and Bella today Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flashsmum Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 Hugs, my thoughts are with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White Shepherd mom Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 I am so sorry you had to make the decision to farewell your Bella today. She was loved and cared for the way all dogs should be, she had the best life. Sending you and your hubby hugs on this sad day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helen Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 Sorry to hear this, it is such a tough decision to have to make, but my old girls health isn't what it used to be and for the first time I really understand what it means when they say you will know when it is time, so I really think that if you have reached that decision it must be the right one, no matter how heartbreaking it is, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VizslaMomma Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 Don't grieve too long for now I'm free I'm following the path God set for me I ran to Him when I heard His call I wagged my tail and left it all. I could not stay another day To bark, to love, to romp or play Games left unplayed must stay that way I found such peace it made my day. My parting has left you with a void So fill it with your remembered joy A friendship shared, your laugh, a kiss Oh, yes, these things I too shall miss. Be not burdened with times of sorrow I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow My life's been full, you've given so much Your time, your love and gentle touch. Perhaps my time seemed all to brief Don't lengthen it now with undue grief Lift up your heart and share with me God wanted me now, He set me free. Author unknown Thank you for having the courage to help sweet Bella make her final journey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rascalmyshadow Posted February 17, 2014 Author Share Posted February 17, 2014 Bella was peacefully given her wings at 12'o clock today, we took her out this morning and enjoyed a meat pie and choccy donut together, after we went to our local beach which she has loved since a puppy. I took a little video of her digging and rolling in the sand, it was nice to see her so relaxed it felt like old times. The house feels quite strange without her especially at dinner time, she has a special step in the kitchen to raise her bowl up and tonight it sat empty. I'm not sure how il sleep tonight the last 13 years she has slept by my side. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kajirin Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 huggles, I know it's hard...but you gave the last gift of love you could for Bella. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harley Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 I'm glad you had a nice morning with your special girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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