Rainbow Bridge

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Comment by Nancy, Ned, Clancy, and Charlie on September 25, 2015 at 7:00pm

Susan, I am so sorry.

Comment by Cindy and Olive (Ollie) on September 25, 2015 at 1:47pm

Susan, I'm so sorry about Chloe. I know how you feel about wanting more time. I keep thinking about how there are no guarantees in life, and maybe my lesson was to appreciate every day even more. I guess it just helps me to look for life lessons, at least they makes it seem somewhat more tolerable. When did you get Bella?

Comment by Susan on September 25, 2015 at 1:20pm

I am heartbroken to join this group. My older Bridget, had some health issues, and I had to put her down, at a long likfe of almost 14. It was planned..sad..but expected. My 'baby' Chloe, who had just turned 9, healthy, wild, acted as a puppy, full of energy died a week ago, suddenly, of an aneurysm. I almost lost my mind, and heart. I missed her, and having a dog, so badly, I now have a new Labradoodle, Bella. It is still a kick in my stomach when I think of my constant companion Chloe, who should have had 4-6 years more, of intense life...

Comment by Nancy, Ned, Clancy, and Charlie on September 11, 2015 at 6:37pm

I am experiencing the exact feelings you are.  I love the bit about the car!  Our 'joke' is whenever we see a feather.  Gordie was afraid of feathers and if he even thought whatever was lying on the ground was a feather, he would jump back and very cautiously sniff forward.  Oddly, he was not afraid of birds or ducks or even geese as he chased them all and even caught birds and brought them to us as very slobbered and un-moving 'presents.'

Comment by Cindy and Olive (Ollie) on September 11, 2015 at 5:45am

Nancy, I'm sorry about your gentle boy. Xo. I'd never heard the term Rainbow Bridge at all until last week. I had been searching "bereavement" in the search bar and nothing came up. Of course like the research nut I am, I've been reading up on grief. It is very good to come together in this group, even though online and though no one ever would want to willingly join this group. I've felt it come in waves, don't know if you all feel the same. At times, I'm getting through telling his story without tears, even making others laugh with jokes about sitting shiva for him. Then other times, sometimes unexpected and a week later, I'm weepy. I was anxious to get his ashes back, but then when they called I didn't want to go. DH picking them up this AM before work, and we are joking about how he loved the car, and maybe now we can leave him in the car for the day. "Leave the windows open though," I joked. Ugh. Weird, but grief through humor, too? We miss him so much.

Comment by Nancy, Ned, Clancy, and Charlie on September 10, 2015 at 5:47pm

This is a group I was unaware of.  We lost our 'honorary doodle' in July to Bloat - not a common worry for his breed.  He was a gentle soul and we miss him every day.

Comment by Lynn & Sadie in WI on September 8, 2015 at 2:21pm

Very nice Cindy, I'm sure Molly-Moo was waiting there with tail wagging to greet him.

Comment by Cindy and Olive (Ollie) on September 7, 2015 at 3:56am

My FB when Rippley passed: "This guy made us stop and feel the breeze, look up at birds, the sky, even appreciate the planes overhead. He brought us sweet friendships and fun, even in the bitter snow and ice he made me realize how fresh and wonderful nature and life can be. Laying down in the grass with him was the best. Such a special boy, we will forever miss you Ripley. Run now, beautiful boy, and catch up with Lucky, Taffy and Aireloch and Casey!" Lynn, I'd like to think he is playing and has met Molly, too :)

Comment by Lynn & Sadie in WI on September 6, 2015 at 2:59pm

Hi Everyone, I have lost too many dogs over the years but in June I lost my Molly-Moo, 6 1/2 yr old labradoodle to lymphoma.  She was such a happy girl, loved everyone she met and left a big empty space in mine and Sadie's heart with her passing. Molly was diagnosed in Dec. 2014 and started chemo in Jan 2015 and went into full remission in two weeks.  We had high hopes she would stay in remission for a few years but sadly it returned in June and we lost her June 29th.

Comment by Cindy and Olive (Ollie) on September 4, 2015 at 12:42pm

I'm here to support anyone and listen about losing a doodle. I see there are only 6 members here but anyone can contact me if I can help. Our boy Rippley passed on Tuesday, Sept 1, 2015. He was only 16 months. He presented with lethargy, mild appetite and very heavy panting (2x normal resting rate) before he was diagnosed with an enormous thymus tumor that was lymphoma. Unfortunately things turned quickly and he had to leave us so suddenly. We are devastated, but take comfort in the fact that he was so well loved and cared for while he was with us. He was a truly special and amazing boy. Everyone loved him, he had so many dog and human friends and he brought so much joy to my boys and my husband and me. A huge hole is left in our lives, and he will forever be missed. I hope no one has to endure this but if we do, let's support eachother. Best,

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