So, I have to put my dog down today...prayers?
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Nov 21, 2024, 9:40 AM
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I don't usually do this (ask strangers for prayer) but if it is not too much trouble, could you guys say a little prayer for my family, me and my dog sometime today?
Our dog has been a friend, companion and family member for 12 years now and it is going to hurt like a mug, but he needs to go out on top and not suffer anymore. He was diagnosed with an aggressive, rare form of cancer that has spread to his Lymphatic system. The prognosis is terminal, and it is time to say goodbye before he suffers anymore.
He has been my football buddy and loving presence in our families lives ever since he has been with us. During Clemson games, he would lay beside me on the couch and listen to me scream at the television and nuzzle me to scratch his head when he thought I needed to calm down. He has been loyal and loving all the way up to the end and my family and I will miss that big old fat "puddin" of a bulldog terribly.
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Tiger Spirit [9495]
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absolutely***
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Tiger Spirit [9267]
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Will do - just try to remember the good times you've had.......
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Nov 21, 2024, 9:46 AM
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with him all these years.
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Nov 21, 2024, 9:51 AM
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Man, that sucks. You're right, a dog is a member of the family. They are all loyal.
Ours just turned 10 and showing signs of slowing down too. It's tough to watch, but just remember all the great times. Prayers sent.
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Tiger Spirit [9144]
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Prayers for you, your family AND your BEST FRIEND.***
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Nov 21, 2024, 9:56 AM
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Re: Prayers for you, your family AND your BEST FRIEND.***
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Nov 21, 2024, 10:06 AM
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That’s Tough. Prayers Sent.
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Paw Warrior [4739]
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Nov 21, 2024, 10:07 AM
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I had to do that about a month ago unexpectedly. I'm still tore up. Prayers up.
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Tiger Spirit [9935]
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Nov 21, 2024, 10:15 AM
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Absolutely. Losing a 4 legged family member is a hard time. Prayers for you and your family.
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Orange Immortal [68080]
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You got it brother! One the hardest things I've ever had to do.***
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Nov 21, 2024, 10:15 AM
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Letterman [166]
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Nov 21, 2024, 10:21 AM
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A few years ago, we had to put doo
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Letterman [166]
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Nov 21, 2024, 10:26 AM
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A few years ago, we had to put down a 14 year old lab. Still hurts to think of him. Wonderful friend. Thoughts with you today.
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Nov 21, 2024, 10:23 AM
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I’m very sorry. I just did this again a year ago this week. It’s always hard and it never gets easier. Hang in there! ❤️
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Paw Warrior [4622]
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Nov 21, 2024, 10:24 AM
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Prayers for you and your family. I've had to put 2 down over the years and it hurts. They are like family.
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Nov 21, 2024, 10:27 AM
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It's one of the toughest things you'll do. Prayers up.
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Nov 21, 2024, 10:32 AM
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I know your hurt,I've had to put down three dogs over the last forty years and cried like a baby each time,They all lived to be 13 yrs old.My advice is,wait about two months and then go and get you a dog with the same breed. I bought what will be my last dog, a cocker spaniel at 73 yrs old and she has grown into a joy at 6 yrs.old.Heads up Tiger,your grief will pass but your memories wont.
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Orange Phenom [14281]
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Done!!***
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Nov 21, 2024, 10:35 AM
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You're in my thoughts and I feel for you. My beloved dog died a few months ago and I am still hurting. You aren't alone.
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Unlike nearly everything else that you own in life, a good dog is not paid for when you get him, but when you lose him. At that point you finally find the true cost of all those years as the bill comes due in full. May the pain of his passing bring some small measure of comfort as you realize it’s a reflection of the true value of him in your life.
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I feel for you and your family.***
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Been there multiple times. Most recently five years ago when I laid across the table on top of Mr. Boot. There is no replacing, It took me four years to accept a gift my wife wanted to give me immediately. NVDO is now fourteen months. He is a total joy, but he is not a replacement. Plenty space in the heart for each. I am clear that a dog is not a human but love is love and it is so painful to lose one you love. I am with you in spirit and prayer has been given.
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Sorry for your loss and prayers for you and your family on this day and through this holiday season. Scottie, Mac, Jingles, Cooper, Skye, Daisy, Lucky, and Isla have all been and are a blessing in my life. All dogs go to heaven.
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Rival Killer [2691]
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Prayers sent.been there**
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Nov 21, 2024, 11:47 AM
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Prayers for all!
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Clemson Icon [27678]
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Losing a pet is tough.
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Nov 21, 2024, 11:58 AM
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I went with my mom when she had to put her beloved pug down. She was crying for Faye. I was crying for her. Very tough thing to do.
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Prayers for you and your best buddy! Hate to hear this and really feel for you. I've had to put down 5 golden retrievers in my lifetime and they've all been very special to me.
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Nov 21, 2024, 12:07 PM
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Sorry to hear this. Sending a prayer and hug. Its not easy. I got through it my taking comfort that he/ they will be waiting for you on the other side of the bridge. Hope that thought helps a little.
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Praying for you. I had to do the same for my little 15 year old mutt a couple of weeks ago. It hurts like #### but know you’re doing the best for them. They hold a special place in our hearts and families.
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My heart is breaking for you.
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Nov 21, 2024, 12:10 PM
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My prayers are with you today and in the days to come.
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Nov 21, 2024, 12:11 PM
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🙏🙏 Not much worse of a thing to have to do. They rely on us for everything including doing the hardest part of being a pet owner. Praying for you man.
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Only bad thing about a dog is their short lifespan.
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Nov 21, 2024, 12:19 PM
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They are heaven-sent.
Prayers offered.
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Nov 21, 2024, 12:28 PM
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Praying for you and your family. It is so easy to get attached to the family dog, and so painful to let them go.
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Nov 21, 2024, 12:29 PM
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I just said a prayer for your and your family. While it will be hard it sounds like it is the thing to do. I've in your shoes before and it was difficult. I still say hello to them when I see their pics in the house. Peace Brother!
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Orange Blooded [2302]
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Put mine down a few months ago, and it still hurts***
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Know exactly how you feel. It was the hardest thing I've ever had to do, but it was the right thing. That was 2018, and not a day goes by that I don't fondly recall our furry family member. You'll get through it and, in time, you'll recall all the great memories and enjoy going through your old pictures.
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One of the hardest things to do in a life
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Will never forget mine
Sorry for your loss but you will see them once again
GOD BLESS
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Prayers for everyone***
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It's the hardest, best decision to make. Sending prayers.
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Man I'm with you on those prayers. I'm in the same boat as you. I just haven't found the courage to do it yet plus the kids want to say goodbye first. Dogs aren't pers, they are family members.
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So sorry for your loss. Prayers sent.
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I’m so sorry. I firmly believe they’ll be in heaven waiting for us one day. Wouldn’t be heaven without dogs right? Sending prayers my friend
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I’ve had to make this decision a few times in my life. It’s a horrible day no doubt. I think it’s important to realize that their lives have always been in our hands and they trust us completely to do the right thing for them. Even when it’s time to end their suffering. For believers, it’s similar to our relationship with God. We should trust Him to always do what’s best for us.
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I hurt for you. I know how tough this. Praying for you and your family
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Prayers for you, your family, and your little furry friend. It is hard, but it is the kind thing to do for him. 🙏
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Jesus heals all His children and God keeps His promises. You will see him again, keep your faith. I pray for peace and comfort to help heal your sorrows but oh what a glorious day it will be when you’re reunited! God’s peace to you and your family. I’m praying for you all. God’s grace be upon you all.
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Always hard to be part of that decision. Prayers for y’all.
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I'm close, and can't imagine. Of course I'm thinking of your pup and family
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Please remember the great times and know we're simply not worthy of their compassionate existence for too long. They simply are too great.
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It’s without one of the worst days of your life, however try to remember all the amazing days he has brought you. Dogs are the most wonderful creatures on earth.
One of my favorite views on dogs ever, a quick watch https://youtu.be/LoUmc1VZh-0?si=AjFsBtDRFT3V9rCC
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Without any doubt I will ask our lord in Heaven to help you and your family through one of the hardest decisions you must make to end your best friends suffering.
I wish that I knew the words to say that would help you and your family through a time like this, but I don't, and I don't know if there are any words that will help ease the pain in our hearts when we have to part with our most loyal and loving animal friends.
I can say that even knowing the pain I've suffered through since losing my most loyal loving best friend two years ago, I'm very thankful for every day of the 14 years I had with him, and I know how lucky I was to have had him in my everyday life for as long as I did and loving him every day he was with me and my wife and he never not once turned his back on us, and he loved us as much as we loved him. If you and your family have had that with your family Dog, you were blessed, and it's OK to do the right thing for him if he is suffering...
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One of the toughest things that I’ve ever had to do. Prayers for you my fellow Tiger.
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Prayers for you all. I do not have any pets now, but had several dogs as pets
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growing up. Easy to get attached to them, and mourn when they die. But, I believe the Humane thing to do IS to put them down when it is obvious they are suffering. The opposite is painful to watch.
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Im sooo sorry bro. I recall those days.
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Sucks.
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Very sorry for your loss. I had to make the same choice several years ago.
Misty was a Weimaraner. I used to send her to the bus stop with my kids. She was a cream puff, but strangers didn’t know that. They just knew she was fairly big and had a deep, loud bark. Every afternoon, she would meet the kids at the bus stop after school.
Hang in there. You will soon have fond memories of your dog!
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God bless you and yours in this difficult time. 🙏❤️
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Praying for you and yours, they are our family, God gifted us with the animals.
I had to put down a horse named Molly this past week that we have had for long time(she was 20+), after almost 5k in vet bills.
It’s always tough when you love them so rmuch.
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Man. So sorry to her that. I lost two 18 year olds in consecutive years. My girl even had a Clemson jersey she wore on game day. The pain is real and it never goes away. We just learn to live with it better. I honestly believe dogs were put here to teach us how to love. They love unconditionally all the time. Prayers for you and your family. Attached a pic of my girl in my lap while wearing Clemson gear.
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Prayer said for you and your family. Hardest thing to do but the right thing to do. God Bless
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So sorry to hear this. I know all to well the pain involved with this decision. I too had to do the same for my beloved Akita, Tank 7/22/23 and lost his mate Tasha 11/18/24. Unless you are a dog lover, you really can't understand just how much joy and love they bring to your lives. My thoughts and prayers for peace and comfort are with you and your family.
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Feel your pain and praying for all of you today. My cat died at vet yesterday . She was 16yrs old. They are going to a better place with no more pain.
Tell your big dawg to look for a crazy black cat named cher and her brother Brutus by the rainbow bridge! Dogs and cats get along there!
With prayers and love, Craig
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Feel your pain and praying for all of you today. My cat died at vet yesterday . She was 16yrs old. They are going to a better place with no more pain.
Tell your big dawg to look for a crazy black cat named cher and her brother Brutus by the rainbow bridge! Dogs and cats get along there!
With prayers and love, Craig
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Feel your pain and praying for all of you today. My cat died at vet yesterday . She was 16yrs old. They are going to a better place with no more pain.
Tell your big dawg to look for a crazy black cat named cher and her brother Brutus by the rainbow bridge! Dogs and cats get along there!
With prayers and love, Craig
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Feel your pain and praying for all of you today. My cat died at vet yesterday . She was 16yrs old. They are going to a better place with no more pain.
Tell your big dawg to look for a crazy black cat named cher and her brother Brutus by the rainbow bridge! Dogs and cats get along there!
With prayers and love, Craig
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So sorry, it hurts horribly. But you are giving a gift by reducing suffering. Doesn’t make it hurt less, I know. Sending good thoughts and pets for your dog!
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My prayers are with you. This is a tough time for me too. Just put my 13 year old English Springer down last week. Whem his cremated remains came home a little peace came over me. Now I talk to him all the time.
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Re: So, I have to put my dog down today...prayer's
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Nov 22, 2024, 9:42 PM
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Somebody Is cutting onions in the room….i feel your pain and stand with you…it just doesn’t seem fair to loose our best friend!
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Re: So, I have to put my dog down today...prayers?
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Nov 22, 2024, 10:45 PM
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Prayers for you my friend. The pain we feel when we lose our best friend hurts from head to toe. I have been there. Again prayers for you.
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