Canine Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia (AIHA & IMHA) - Tears for Daisy, Claire & Jason

Claire and Jason, I can tell you from the deepest recesses of my heart how much this hurts. I too am crying for Daisy, for you, and for the sweet memories of my Brandy who I lost to this devastating disease on Aug 10. THe pain is immeasurable. Please take some solace in the fact that you did the VERY BEST you could with what you knew, and what was available at that time. MOST important of all........you gave Daisy unconditional love and a life of joy, which she returned to you. Take all the time you need to grieve and don't be surprised if you continue to shed tears months after. But, in that process you will also begin to remember the sweet memories. I used an idea I saw here and made a memory album of Brandy's pix from beginning to end and have a whole memory shelf with her ashes, books about doggie heaven and a picture of the 3 of us. I go there to get "closer" and relive the good times through the tears. Please read some of the pet loss books when you can....they are helpful and healing. Also, come back here often because this has kept me going from day 1 and we are like a family who shares the joys and the sorrows. God Bless to you and Godspeed to Daisy as she now joins our sweet friends on the Rainbow Bridge to wait our coming, when our work here is done. Daisy is free to run again. sharon and angel Brandy

sharon pa

Claire and Jason, I am so devastated to hear about the loss of Daisy. I can't imagine the pain that you must be feeling, and the hole in your heart that must be there. You did everything you could in the short time that you had. I know that Daisy knew she was loved and cherished. We will light a candle for your Daisy. Thinking of you both, melissa and tiggs

melissa slc

Melissa & Sharon, Thank you so very much from our hearts, your words and thoughts mean so very much to us xxx

claire & jason west yorkshire (uk)

Dear Claire and Jason, this disease is the pits, it takes our best friends without warning, I am truly truly devestated for you. As with other posts it has brought back what happened to Holly as like Daisy she died within days of showing symptoms. It is true to say that time is a healer though in truth I think it just helps us understand why a bit more, however in some case we will never know why and that is what I find the hardest, the not knowing what caused it. I will be thinking of you. Keri Lynn

Keri Lynn Wales

Claire and Jason, I am so sorry to read of your loss of your dear sweet Daisy. May you find comfort in the happier memories of your life with her. Penny

Penny Lytle Creek Calif

Claire and Jason, I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of Daisy. I know your hearts are breaking and the pain of your loss seems unbearable right now. Just take one day at a time, deep breaths and try and remember the good times and all the joy and love Daisy gave you. It will take time. Part of a little verse I found when my Mom passed away: "I know how much you loved me, as much as I loved you Each time you think of me I'll know you miss me too. When tommorrow starts without me, please try to understand, that an angel came and called my name, and took my hand and said my place was ready in Heaven far above and that I'd have to leave behind all those I dearly love" Take care, Linda

Linda Sapphire

Dear Claire and Jason, I'm so sorry for you both. Nothing hurts like losing our canine friends. You did do everything that you could for Daisy and I'm sure she knew how much she was loved. I hope, in time, you will be able to think of her and smile, remembering all the wonderful times you had with her. Big hugs to you both ... I'm so sorry. deb and Duck

Debbie BC Canada

Dear Claire and Jason -- I am so sorry that you lost your sweet Daisy so quickly to this horrible disease. Please know that you did all that you could for her. I hope your memories of your wonderful life together will comfort you as you grieve. Losing a dog to this disease is so hard -- I think because most of us never heard of this disease until it struck, and then oftentimes it takes our dear dogs before we've even had time to comprehend what's happening. Please take care and let us know how you're doing. I lost my dear beagle, Wiley, to IMHA three and a half years ago -- after she fought for one week -- and the wonderful people on this forum have been such a comfort. I still have my hard times, but this is a place where people understand.

Brenda VA

I am so very sorry. Every time someone comes here I hope and pray for the best. i lost my beautiful golden retriever, Hunter to this horrible disease Oct. 16, 2003. He had just turned 4. He spent 4 yeas with me, has been gone 5 years, and I still miss him so much. I had never heard of this disease until my Hunter was diagnosed with it, and it appears most here hd not heard of it until their beloved dogs were diagnosed. So many of us ended up with broken hearts, but some are lucky enough to still have their precious dogs and i am happy every time a doig makes progress, heart borken for the folks who lose their beloved furry oes.

Sandra Texas

So very sorry for your loss of Daisy. I lost Lola on Sept 13th and it is still hard every day.

Courtney SLO

Oh Claire and Jason, I am so very sorry to hear of your Daisy. This is such a horrid illness. We too lost our beloved 7 yo Nancy in September and it seems like just yesterday. I know your pain is intense... Here is our Nancy's Memorial: http://www.nancyfrankiejoey.com/NancysMemorial.html Tears and Hugs, AnnaMarie

AnnaMarie Illinois

oh no :( i am very sorry to hear about Daisy...

josh california

Please accept my deepest condolences in the loss of your beloved Daisy. My heart aches for you and your family and I too know how much it hurts to loose a fur baby. Feel comfort in knowing Daisy will now be keeping company with many of the greatest dogs ever, the ones who have gone to the Rainbow Bridge before her. Over time your sorrows will turn to happy memories of your Daisy. Cheryl & Ginger

Cheryl & Ginger Pineville PA

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