Saying goodbye to your fur baby

acrookston

It's time to say goodbye to our dear Leo. He's been with me since 2002 and I'm going to miss him dearly. I knew this day would come but it's still not easy. I'm trying to think of what I can do to make his last day with us special and how to commemorate his time here on earth. I'm hoping those of you who may have experienced this may have some suggestions for me and my family.

OliveOyl2014

No experience but just wanted to say I'm sorry you have to go thru that! Sending hugs your way!

Nik102

Ughh heartbreaking. Extra snuggles, favorite toys activities and whatever food his little heart desires. Maybe a nice family photo together one last time. Also there are some great ways to keep his ashes if your going the cremation route.

Nik102

Maybe find a way to preserve his paw print

UnofficiallyLO

Hugs to you, such a difficult time. I read a story about a family taking their dog to the park, feeding him cheeseburgers and such on his final day.

Suzanne237

Sending hugs your way. So hard. Maybe play ball or their favorite thing

zazu13

So so sorry. We put our Indy down last May after 12 awesome years together. We spent his last night cuddling and hugging. Our clinic made a plaster print of his paw and painted it and it is on display with his picture and collar on our piano. It is special to me. We also have family property where we could bury him so I have "visited".

nicole mackenzie

I'm so sorry

Saying goodbye is never an easy thing to do. Its something we do out of love for our pets despite our desire to hold on.

Remember all the wonderful times you've had and cherish those memories.

If Leo is able to do something he loves go do that. A favorite walking place, a game of ball, playing with a new toy, or a special treat. But don't stress about that or feel like you have to make this last day perfect. Just give him pets and love and enjoy each others company. That's enough.

Ask your vet if they will make you a paw print as a nice keepsake. We do it automatically for private cremations, but if you ask they'd probably do it even if you'd like a general cremation. Alternatively you can get some crayola air dry clay and do it home.

Again, I'm so sorry you're going through this and please take comfort that you are letting Leo go with dignity and without suffering.

Teresa1896

Ice cream. Cuddles. A steak.

I'm so sorry you're going through this. Pets make such an imprint on our hearts. All they know is love for us. Your sweet doggie will head to the rainbow bridge knowing he is loved.

My mom planted a rose bush in honor of one of our dogs. She buried the dog's ashes under it and thought of him every time the roses bloomed.

Talltrees82

I'm so sorry you have to say goodbye. I'm glad that you get to have a special day together before he goes. I agree that lots of snuggles and pets are in order. Hugs for you and know that you gave him an amazing life.

juniper75

So sorry you have to go through this. Hugs

Ashleypixie

((((Hugs)))) I will be there soon. My dog has cancer I'm so sorry.

Asheebeth

So sorry your going through this!! Definitely snuggles! Praying for y'all!

acrookston

Thank you everyone. We took lots of pictures and shared lots of cuddles and love. I was able to get a paw print too. I'm still very sad but I know he's in a much better place now.

Kencran

I'm so sorry. My dog has been with us since 2001 and we found out about a month ago she has a extreme case of diabetes. We have been giving her insulin and she's doing okay but still sick. Dh and I have started talking about putting her down sometime in the spring if it keeps getting worse and we feel that is best for her. It's just so hard to make that decision.