Canine Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia (AIHA & IMHA) - Almost a month since Jack lost his battle

It will be a month on Saturday that Jack lost his battle with this horrible disease. I miss him every hour of every day. Unfortunately, I had to put my other baby (16 year old) to sleep on Friday (10/2/09) due to a nerve disease. So, my husband and I are so lost. The house is so empty.........

Robin NYS

Robin, My heart goes out to you. Dogs become such a big part of our lives. We all hope that they will just die in their sleep or have a quick heart attack. That happens very rarely and we usually have to make the decision to euthanize them. Anybody who had to do this knows how hard it is, but also that it is the kindest thing we can do for our pets. To know that does not make it easier to have an empty home. I keep saying: Dogs are not my whole life, but they make my life whole! I hope time will heal your heart and that you find an other dog that can fill the void that Jack and your other dog (sorry I don't know his/her name) left. An other dog can never replace the ones you have lost, you will never forget them, they will always have a special place in your heart. Your new dog will be special and make you happy in his own way. Something I read that really clicked with me: Whenever one of my dogs die, they take a part of my heart. When ever a dog comes into my life, they give me a part of their heart. If i am lucky to live long enough I will have the heart of a dog and be as good as they are! Best wishes, Brigitte

Brigitte BC Canada

Robin, I am so sorry to hear about losing your other baby, as Brigitte said, this is the kindest thing we must do for them and be strong. "Whenever one of my dogs die, they take a part of my heart. When ever a dog comes into my life, they give me a part of their heart. If i am lucky to live long enough I will have the heart of a dog and be as good as they are!" Brigitte, Thank your for posting this ((Hugs)) Robin Laurie

Laurie CA

Thank you for your kind words. My other babys name was mai tai. A sweet 16 year old keeshound/chow mix who loved squeaky toys.

Robin Nys

Hi Robin, I hope you are okay. Sorry to read of the loss of your other baby. This was in a newsletter and I thought it was nice for anyone who has had a loss of a pet. We have a secret you and I, That no one else shall know. For who but I can see you lie, Each night, in fireflow. And who but I can reach my hand, Before we go to bed, And feel the living warmth of you, And tough your silken head. And only I walk woodland paths, And see you ahead of me, Your form racing in the wind, So young again, and free. And only I can see you swim, In every brook I pass, And when I call, no one but I Can see the bending grass... regards Julie.

Julie Australia

I have been wondering how you have been Robin. I have been thinking of you. I am so sorry to hear of the loss of mai tai. How awful. Take care.

Mardi Northern Calif

Robin, I am so sorry to read of your loss of Mai Tai so soon after Jack. It is always so painful no matter how they go. I hope some day when you and your family is ready another very lucky dog will share the love you have. Take care Penny

Penny Lytle Creek Ca

Robin, I just want to give you a big hug. I'm so sorry you lost Mai Tai, too, especially so soon after Jack. Hang in there, and know that a lot of people are thinking of you. Hugs to you and your husband. Hang in there. Elizabeth

Elizabeth Baltimore

Robin, You must be going through a truly awful time right now. You are in our thoughts and prayers and so is your Mai Tai and Jack. Someone once said -HEAVEN IS WHERE YOU MEET ALL THE DOGS YOU EVER LOVED (Isn't that the truth!) Chris

Chris Pa

I'm so sorry Robin, my heart breaks for you, to have lost both of your babies. I love both that poem, and that quote. They are beautiful and true words. I hope in time when you are ready, you can welcome another dog in need into your heart and home. I hope you'll consider rescue, you have so much love to give especially to dogs in need, that is very clear. Hugs, melissa and tiggs

melissa slc

Robin -- so sorry that as you are grieving Jack, you had to let go of Mai Tai. I hope that memories of your wonderful life together with both of these sweet dogs help with the pain of grief. Please take care and let us know how you're doing. Brigitte and Julie -- thank you for posting the wonderful saying and the poem. The poem especially hit home, because I still walk in the woods where Wiley and I sniffed for bunnies, and I still walk around our neighborhood -- and I do see her. How could I ever lose sight of the joy in her entire being as she sniffed everything around her, as a beagle was meant to do.

Brenda VA

Robin May God bring you both comfort at this sad time and know that Jack and Mai Tai are now together forever and you will see them one day.Their spirit lives on in your hearts and memories. Brenda - you made my eyes well up, as I know exactly where you're coming from where beagles are concerned-as I say to mine 'Oh, all the sniffs of the day' as I watch them nose to the ground, tail up waving like a flag! Wiley's spirit will always be with you. Take care Kathleen and Nollaig

Kathleen North Ayrshire

I just lost my Pringle to IMHA on Wednesday---a week ago he was perfectly fine, but I gather that the combination of his age (12) and the peracute nature of his disease just didn't give us enough time...despite the best of care. I miss him dearly....even his late night "I peed the dining room and I want you to get up and see" visits.

Beth NYC

Robin, sorry for your loss. To lose two dogs must've been devastating. I can only imagine what you must be going through. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers. Johnny & Tessy ps....Tessy also loves anything that squeeks!!! She'ld be lost if she didn't hear a squeek every few hours.

Johnny

Beth So sorry for your loss of dear Pringle but I'm sure you gave him a great happy 12 years.The very fact he wanted you to share in everything he did even his little mishaps late at night-how cute. Hope God brings you comfort at this sad time but I bet you've got some wonderful memories that will get you through. Take care Kathleen and Nollaig

Kathleen North Ayrshire

very sorry to hear your Pringle passed. I know how you feel. It has been almost a month and sometimes I think as time goes on I have a harder time dealing with Oliver passing. I realize that it will just take time. Lots and lots of time :( take care and, again, I'm very sorry.

Mardi Northern Calif

Hi Robin I was sad to read your post, how very difficult for you to have two important losses at the same time. Im so sorry. Silka

Silka Melbourne Australia

Dear Robin, I'm still grieving for Sami too. Tears come to my eyes when I think of him so I know what you feel and then to lose another so soon my heart goes out to you. I've been offered up to 5 dogs since September 14th. I'm not ready but I know I have enough love for another one sometime and I hope that you in time will have your emptiness filled by another dog who needs you as much as Jack and Mai Tai did.

Sue Kingston Ontario Canada

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