A little heart fades away.

[PADDY]

A little heart and a little piece of 'me' faded away un-noticed by most just over an hour ago.
My beautiful dog of 11-years passed away in my arms after a long illness of renal failure that was diagnosed at the end of last year. From the point of diagnosis, every day with her was a bonus, and she more than exceeded expectations by living an extra six months.
But for anyone who has lost someone, whether human or beloved pet, when you get six months, you just want another and another and hope against hope that they will live forever. [huh]

These beautiful little creatures give so much to us unconditionally. Yet, at the end of the day I didn't have it within my means to protect her from death, because if I did, I would have.

As I helped her outside (she was so frail and weak she couldn't walk unaided anymore) there was a full moon over the UK last night. As I looked at the moon, it occured to me that this might be the last time it shines upon her. Sadly, I was right.

I'll not rhyme on here, because no one will thank me for it, but just being able to type this out helps in a small way. For all of you out there who have experienced this, this will make some sense, and needless to say, this is an emotional rollercoaster right now and the hurt runs very deep.

Becky, you were a 'wee girl' with a big heart. I miss you my little one...

 

[scotrace]

It's a very hard thing to lose a friend, no matter how many legs that carry them. My thoughts are with you my friend.

 

[Senator Jack]

I'm sorry, Paddy. I've been through this too often, myself, and it never gets any easier. Looks like she had a great life with you - so many of them don't get that chance. Okay, I got to go dry my eyes now.

Regards and all my sympathy,

Jack

 

[Shearer]

Paddy, I am so sorry to hear about your Becky. I know words don't help much at a time like this so I'll keep it short. Dogs are loyal, constantly loving creatures and never give you bad memories to look back on, only good... and from your pictures it looks like you have some great memories from her to look back on. I know how much you love dogs and you provided Becky with a great life.
Chin up
Your friend, Kelly

 

[Flitcraft]

I'm sorry to hear of your loss. Its always difficult when you lose a good little friend like that.

 

[Lady Day]

Paddy, my friend, you are in my thoughts.

LD

 

[LizzieMaine]

There is no friend like an animal friend -- and they leave a big big hole when they leave us. But you'll always have the memories, and those get more precious the more time goes on. Don't ever forget.

 

[Midnight Palace]

I'm very sorry for your loss Paddy. Losing a pet is never easy, I've gone through it a couple of times.

 

[Harp]

Sorry to hear of your loss Paddy.

 

[pretty faythe]

So sorry Paddy. I think its harder to lose the love of an animal friend, they love you the most unconditional.
Blessings

 

[gluegungeisha]

I'm sorry for your loss. Dogs are truly amazing, loyal companions.

I've lost two dogs in the last two years...the older dog, Blanco, died in my arms after living for five years longer than expected. Ginger was getting old, but was attacked by my two younger dogs.

 

[Prairie Dog]

I’m truly sorry to hear of your loss. I had a fine dog for eleven years and a cat that lived to be over eighteen years old, or as I like to say, old enough to vote.
Please accept my condolences, Paddy. Losing a beloved pet is very difficult and sometimes people don't understand how painful that experience is, especially those who have never had or loved pets. Clearly, that is not the case on this forum, given all the warm expressions of sympathy you have received. I am sending kind thoughts your way.
Paddy just hold onto those wonderful memories and Becky will continue to live on in your heart.

 

[Feraud]

It is very hard to lose a loved one. My condolences to you Paddy.

 

[Brad Bowers]

My heart goes out to, Paddy. I know what you are going through, as my 20-year old cat and lifelong buddy passed away almost two weeks ago. That ache will dull with time, but the hole will always be there. It knots you up everytime you look to their favorite corner and expect to see them there, and instead see only an emptiness.

But their love, their faithfulness, their antics, their memory, all live on in your heart. I'm so sorry, Paddy. Bless you.

Brad

 

[Joie DeVive]

Paddy, I am so sorry for your loss. My sympathies go out to you.

God Bless.

Joie

 

[NicolettaRose]

so sorry for your loss It is terrible to loose an animal.

 

[BegintheBeguine]

Condolences

My heart goes out to you. We've enjoyed the pictures of Becky and reading about her antics. You will miss her, she was a well-loved friend.
Ashley

 

[jonniangel]

My heart breaks a little each time I hear of someone losing a beloved furry friend....but what an amazing tribute you just gave Becky. You were both blessed to have found each other.

 

[Zemke Fan]

So sorry to learn this news...

I know that your little mate in the cockpit was a great source of joy for you. I'm she's looking down now from a celestial Spit IX.

 

[Absinthe_1900]

I'm sorry to hear of the loss your pup, they truly are amazing little hearts, that give so much to our lives.