gozap's blog post - Bit Sad

There aren't many things that get me sad but in the last 3 weeks we have had to have both our dogs put to sleep. They were both nearly 16 and have been our soulmates through the years and the house seems so quiet. Once one of them went the other simply gave up and really didn't have a quality of life being both deaf, blind, incontinent and obviously heartbroken. Those of you who have animals will know that having to make the final decision, although humane is the hardest thing in the world.

Funny isn't it. I have never shed a tear over any human who has passed away but both of us cried bucketloads over the last few days.

The initial impulse it to immediately go out and buy a replacement companion but we will leave it at least 12 months before we make a decision either way and see how we feel. Still we have lots of lovely memories and pictures and their memory will remain with us forever especially as they were both rescue dogs.

Will we get over it...yes, but in the meantime something seems to be missing in our lives. Hopefully the empty space in our hearts will heal. Hope that doggy heaven is ready, they were really mischievous.