Asking for thoughts and prayers

wondergirl9847 · #1 05-24-2005, 06:55 PM

I think we're about to make a very difficult decision within the next couple of weeks. My dog is about 15 years old or so and has a few problems and we will have to put her to sleep. I'm considering cremation because the thought of putting her on the curb for pick up makes me sick to my stomach. We've had many pets, but we've had Candy the longest. She's definitely been part of our family the most.

I'm just asking for thoughts and prayers because this is a very hard decision for me.

Thank you.

GypsySorcerer · #2 05-24-2005, 06:58 PM

Consider it done, Christy. I'm very sorry - it is a hard decision.

Moony · #3 05-24-2005, 07:01 PM

Many hugs your way.

Losing a pet, part of the family, is always very hard. You're doing the right thing by putting her to sleep. Letting her suffer would just be cruel.

Lots of love

Danny

GardenStateGirlie · #4 05-24-2005, 07:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wondergirl9847

I think we're about to make a very difficult decision within the next couple of weeks. My dog is about 15 years old or so and has a few problems and we will have to put her to sleep. I'm considering cremation because the thought of putting her on the curb for pick up makes me sick to my stomach. We've had many pets, but we've had Candy the longest. She's definitely been part of our family the most.

I'm just asking for thoughts and prayers because this is a very hard decision for me.

Thank you.

Hey Christy...i'm incredibly sorry to hear about Candy

What I can tell you is that pretty much everyone I know (family and friends) have had their long time pets creamated when it came time to make the decision. It isn't unusual and I don't find there's anything wrong with that. Some have kept the ashes while others have burried them and eventually planted flowers overtop. I only know of one friend of mine that burried their pet in their backyard. For me, that would be heartwrenching (even moreso than the ashes). I think it's to your comfort level and the decision you make should be based on what you feel. All the best...

estranged4life · #5 05-24-2005, 07:08 PM

my thoughts are with ya

Dreammms · #6 05-24-2005, 07:10 PM

I'm sorry Christy! My thoughts are with you!

strandinthewind · #7 05-24-2005, 07:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Moony

Many hugs your way.

Losing a pet, part of the family, is always very hard. You're doing the right thing by putting her to sleep. Letting her suffer would just be cruel.

Lots of love

Danny

ditto

skcin · #8 05-24-2005, 07:19 PM

Christy,

It is hard, but it IS the best thing to do if your baby is suffering. Just know that.

And my mom had all of our pets cremated & buried in the pet cemetary near our house. Do whatever feels right.

GODDESS6 · #9 05-24-2005, 07:21 PM

awwwww i am sorry to hear this, prayers r sent your & candy's way~

gldstwmn · #10 05-24-2005, 07:27 PM

My condolences.

jannieC · #11 05-24-2005, 07:31 PM

Hi Christy- It's a horrible decision to have to make, my heart really goes out to you. I had a dog for 17 years old and it broke my heart to put her to sleep. We had her cremated and buried her ashes. My husband and I had a dog for 12 years and we buried him in our yard. Whatever you decide to do- lots of love is sent your way (from me- a total stranger!)

CelticGypsy · #12 05-24-2005, 08:19 PM

So sorry to hear about Candy. Will be thinking of you and will say a prayer for you.

laurarox · #13 05-24-2005, 08:32 PM

I feel your pain, Christy. There's nothing harder than losing a pet. I went through a similar situation when my 18 year old cat was dying. In the end I chose not to put her to sleep but to let nature take its course. I don't know what the right thing is to do. You just have to do whats right for you. We buried her in the back yard in her favorite blanket. That was 10 years ago and I still pick flowers and lay them where she's buried. And as tribute to her, I promise to provide a great home to other pets for the rest of my life.

WildInTheWind · #14 05-24-2005, 08:45 PM

I'm sorry to hear about your dog. When our dog of 16 year died this fall, we had her cremated. I think it was a good choice.

Patti · #15 05-24-2005, 08:53 PM

Christy, my heart bleeds for you right now. I know what a difficult time this is for you. I have had all my kiddos cremated and either buried in my yard or in urns. But the most important thing is they are forever a part of me. My life is all the better for the time I was fortunate enough to have them with me.

Take good care and know my thoughts are with you.