Canine Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia (AIHA & IMHA) - my little Boo Boo

Karen, Florida Many Thanks to all of you for your thoughts & condolences. I never imagined when I posted on this forum that there were so many compassionate & caring people here. I'm truly touched by your kindness. I said goodbye to my sweet, sweet girl tonight. It has been very painful losing her. Even harder than tonight, was seeing her so sick & getting weaker each day. She was happy to see mama when I got there. She took a deep breath when I held her & I could feel her relax in my arms. I just told her about a million times how much I loved her & that she was a good girl. She fell asleep with her head in my hand & she had a very, very gentle passing, as gently as I could have possibly hoped for her. I got to be there with her right to the end & she knew I was holding her. I'm relieved that she didn't suffer. I'm very sad but these past 6 days that she's been hospitalized has given me time to accept that this could happen & a few days to get used to her not being home with me. I'm going to try very hard to just focus on all the good years we had together. She had very good health almost all of her life & I was so fortunate to spend most every day of it with her. I like to think that she'll be meeting my dad in heaven & he will be taking care of her from now on. She was a very, very special puppy. I could have never, ever had a smarter, sweeter, gentler little soul to spend these years with. I loved her so very much....more than I can express. God Bless you all

Karen Florida

Karen, Unfortunately I've been where you are earlier this year. All I can say is that I am sorry and that I understand the pure love that you had for your girl. This disease is so unfair. It is terrible....I came on here to donate to Meisha's hope but found your post very touching. I hope your girl is with your dad as well. That is how I imagine things for my Macy. You are so right....there are so many kind people on this board. I know how this can hurt....not much can be said to help. I am just sorry. -Darren

Darren CA

Karen, I am so sorry to read your post to find out Boo-Boo didn't make it. As a doggy Mom you did everything you could for your sweet girl. It is just not fair to be so blindsided by a disease you had probably never heard of. I hope in the coming days the memories of all the great times with Boo-Boo will help heal your aching heart. I too lost my girl a month into the fight so I know the pain you are feeling. The grief seems unbearable at first but it does get easier as the time passes. Know that Boo-Boo is at the bridge with some very fine company and that she will play there until you are reunited. Take care/ Penny

Penny Lytle Creek Calif

Hi Karen I am so sorry to hear that Boo Boo lost her battle with IMHA. I think everyone on this forum "feels your pain". Our heartfelt condolences!----and God Bless YOU! Maureen and Mercedes

Maureen BC Canada

Karen, I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your most beloved Boo Boo. When you feel up to it, I hope you will visit the Loss & Greif page at the Meisha's Hope AIHA/IMHA Web site: http://www.cloudnet.com/~jdickson/loss.htm This page was written with input from those who have lost their dogs to AIHA/IMHA an contains many resources that will be very helpful to you during these most very difficult days. Once again my deepest sympathies to you on your loss. Be assured you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Joanne MN

Dear Karen, I am so sorry to hear you had to say goodbye to your Sweet Boo Boo. I am glad she had a peaceful passing, in the arms of her mama. Its so very hard but I hope you are kind to yourself as you grieve for your girl. Know that all of us on here understand your pain and will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Take care, Teresa *****Rest in Peace Sweet Boo Boo*****

Teresa va

Karen - I was so sorry to read Boo Boo was not able to beat this. It is very clear how much you love her and that will be unending. The way you spoke of her brought back many memories of my two mini schnauzers - all the good ones of what special little dogs they are and the sadness in saying good-bye. In time, I hope the happier memories of your eleven years together and the knowledge that you did the very best for her brings you some comfort. Take care of yourself and thank you for sharing your story. My sympathies for your loss, Bonnie

Bonnie Chicago

Karen, My very deepest sympathies. Take care of yourself, Ronda

Ronda Illinois

Dear Karen, My deepest sympathies, I am so sorry for your loss of Boo Boo. Words are not enough. Christine and angel Kent

Christine Florida

I am so terribly sorry for your loss. I know folks say they know how you feel but I honestly do know how you feel. I love my Forever Dog, Jack, a Golden Aug. 15th to this horrific syndrome. Had him vaccinated July 16, gone almost a month to the day. I have been struggling with the loss of my soul mate. I cried all the time, I was so angry, so mad at myself for not knowing how to prevent this from happening. However, I have resuced a little collie mix, I re-named her Foxy because she looks just like a little fox and she has been such a joy to me. I will always love Jack but this little Foxy Lady has helped me through a very rough time. I almost can't read the stories on here because some are so heartbreaking and then some are so hopeful. You are in my prayers............Mary (and Jack) and now Foxy.

Mary Wright Gainesville

Karen, I'm so sorry to hear this news. This disease just isn't fair! It's a really hard thing to deal with and with time the sorrow in your heart will turn to memories of happiness. Run free Boo Boo and please say hi to Sadie for me. (((KAREN))) Johnny & Tessy

Johnny

Dear Karen, I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Boo Boo. I am sure she was comforted that you were there with her until the end. She sounds like a very special doggie, who will always hold a special place in your heart. Please accept our deepest sympathies, Sam & Millie.

Samantha Geelong Australia

Dear Karen, let me join with the others in expressing my sadness at the passing of your beloved BooBoo. It is good that you can look back on the happiness you shared together for 11 years. Silka

Silka Melbourne Australia

Dear Karen, I am so sorry for your loss, take care of yourself, best wishes.

Andy China

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