Hello, friends. I had another post intended for today, but wanted to share my heavy heart instead. If you've been reading my blog for a while then you know I'm an animal lover, especially when it comes to dogs. I am incredibly sad to say that we unexpectedly lost our dog Izzy last night. She has a history of seizures, which she would normally pull out of after 5-10 minutes. Last night they were non-stop for hours and her temperature was a steady 105. I can still picture her sweet face in utter agony. My heart is truly broken.
I sit here in tears, writing this post. I am sure for some it's hard for some to understand the amount of utter sadness, but in our family the dogs are like kids. Please say a prayer for us, and the other dogs as they are beginning to realize that something is different. I find comfort in the fact that this morning Izzy is joyfully running like in the photo above in the fields of heaven. xo, k
I am so incredibly sorry! I am a huge animal lover. My cat is like my child, so I do understand. I'm praying for you!
ReplyDeleteI am so so sorry for your loss. My pup is more a part of our family than I ever could've imagined. He is a person to me. I know it feels awful now, but she is in a better place. Not in pain. Thinking of you. xo
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear about the loss of your pup. Hope that the memories you have of her carry you through the days ahead.
ReplyDeleteoh Kelly. that is so sad. It is more horrible to see them in pain like that. I haven't had a dog for years but grew up with Murphy , a yorkshire terrior. (I was his favorite human) and when he passed I was a sophomore in college and balled for days. It doesn't make it any less sad because they are "just a dog." I completely understand. Hugs Kelly!
ReplyDeleteI am so sad for your loss. Puppies are family and I wish you peace through this awful time. x
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to hear about the loss of your puppy. I feel for you.
ReplyDeleteWill be praying for you and your family.
xo
Sorry to hear about Izzy, wonderful picture! Prayers are with you.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear about your sudden loss. Your memories of Izzy will definitely keep you going. I haven't had my sweet little puppy for years, and although I still miss her, the great memories I've had with her keep me going. I pray the same will be for you and your family.
ReplyDeleteOn a side note, please don't be afraid to grieve as much as you need to! Some people may think you're silly for grieving over 'just a dog', but who cares what they think anyway... They have no idea how special it is to have had a dog as a member of the family!
I'm so sorry. I cannot even imagine, we have had our dog for about 6 months now and I cannot even imagine having to go through that. My thoughts are with you and your family.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry for your loss. We feel the same way about our pups and I can only imagine what you're going through. I'll be keeping you and Izzy in my prayers. xx
ReplyDeleteOh Kelly, I am so sorry to hear that! My family lost my childhood dog to cancer almost two years ago and it still is an emotional topic for me. Dogs truly become part of the family. I will be sending prayers your way!
ReplyDeleteSo sorry Kelly. I will be thinking of you and your sweet Izzy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. xx
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your sweet dog! My daughter spent almost 15 mins obsessing over the picture you posted, she loves dogs! As was said above, dogs really do become a member of the family! So hard to lose them! My thoughts will be with you, hang in there!
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry Kelly! I completely understand - our dog is seriously our first baby we adore him so much. I am so sorry to hear this- prayers are with you and I'm sure Izzy is running like that waiting for you guys! xo Lisa
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry for your loss kelly :( my prayers are with you. i have dogs and truly understand the loss that you are feeling. know she is now in a better place not suffering. so sorry again :(
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry, Kelly. Me and Charlie and Maggie are sending good thoughts your way. :(
ReplyDeleteI am so, so, so sorry. Losing a pet is a terrible experience. My prayers are with you and your family.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear about your loss. You're in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry for your loss, girl. Praying that you will be strengthened!
ReplyDeletewhat a sweetheart she is. you guys are in my thoughts and prayers. fur babies are definitely family.
ReplyDeletei am so so so sorry. losing a dog is terrible. so sorry
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry for your loss. Loosing a pet is just terrible - only those who have been through it can really, truly understand. My thoughts are with you!
ReplyDeleteaw, I'm so sorry. She is such a beautiful dog. I'll be thinking of you and your fam today.
ReplyDeleteOh, I am SO sorry!!!!! I ... I want to cry, too!
ReplyDeleteAww! I'm so sorry Kelly! I'll be praying for you!
ReplyDeleteMy eyes watered. I lost my cat Shadow in 09, one month before my bday. That summer was suppose to be the best cuz I graduated college and paid off my car etc but it ended up being horrible (car got totaled, etc). I don't have kids so losing the pet I had for 13 yrs was hard, I was with him and held his paw as he died of kidney failure. Some ppl who don't own pets don't understand how much of family they become to us. I had to actually snap on someone for telling me "it's just an animal". So don't let anyone who may make rude comments to you, make you feel any sort of way. It's okay to feel what you feel and I'll surely say a prayer for you and your fam. Just try to take comfort in knowing Izzy will no longer go through that pain. :-( *virtual hug*
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry for your loss. Pets are SO special and truly members of our families. My heart aches for you. One of my favorite quotes is below. I think this is true :)
ReplyDelete"The difference between friends and pets is that friends we allow into our company, pets we allow into our solitude." ~Robert Brault
awww, my heart goes out to yall. so sad.
ReplyDeleteMy heart hurts for you. I completely understand your pain, and I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I'll be praying for you:) Here's one of my favorite fido-related quotes: "Good dogs are with us for a little while to teach us how to love like it's our job … because it is."
ReplyDeleteOh, precious one, I am so so sorry about Izzy. Our entire family believes dog's rule, totally. I know exactly how you feel. Remember her with much love, give her a shrine in your home and say hello to her each day, she will hear, I know. I'm sending you all of my love as I truly understand your agonizing heartbreak. Marsha
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry for your loss. After losing my cat last year, I realized how many people have been touched by the loss of a loved pet. I have always pictured heaven full of animals because it wouldn't be heaven for me without them. Imagine how happy heaven is with all the happy, healthy animals running around!
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to hear about Izzy. I'm sure she was a wonderful friend and companion to you. Sending warm thoughts your way.
ReplyDeleteI am so, so sorry Kelly!! This post absolutely breaks my heart. She was a beautiful dog!
ReplyDeleteI got teary eyes reading this and must say my heart goes out to you. I am a dog love much like yourself and understand the tremendous grief you are going through. I lost my dog a few years ago in a very sudden bout of stomach cancer. The pain is near unbearable, but over time, it will heal. You will always have the memories of your wonderful dog and the years of joy she brought to your life. Hang in there.
ReplyDeletexo Lisa
I am so sorry to hear about Izzy. What sweet eyes she has...she looks like she brought a lot of laughter into your life. My dogs are my world so I know how hard this must be for you. You have a fluffy, furry guardian angel on your side now.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear this, Kelly. Losing a pet is the most underrated grief. We still consider the pets we lost like family and know how devastating it is. Thinking of you and your family today...
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry Kelly! Sending prayers your way!
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry. My dog is my baby. You are in my prayers . Xo
ReplyDeleteso sorry for your loss, dogs are part of our families. i had a golden for 14 yrs who had seziures as well, it was not fun watching her go thru them. we go them under control but the meds destoyed her liver. none the less i am grateful for the time I had with her. my heart aches for you
ReplyDeleteI am so so sorry to hear of your loss. My dog is my baby and I would be devastated if anything ever happened to her. Thinking of you and sending good thoughts your way!
ReplyDeleteOh no Kelly....I'm so so sorry. As hard it may seem, try to think about that she's no longer in pain.
ReplyDeleteI am so so sorry to hear about that Kelly. I love animals too. Dogs especially. Take peace that she is in doggy heaven, filled with green pastures, lots of friends and unlimited dog treats. Be strong. Thoughts, prayers and wishes your way.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry for your loss, Kelly! My prayers go out to you and your family that you may be comforted at this difficult time.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness I am soooo sorry!! I will definitely pray for you and Izzie and that you find your precious pup!
ReplyDeleteHang in there, hun!
All dogs go to heaven!
ReplyDeleteKelly, I'm so sorry for your loss. My heart is breaking for you and your family. Dogs are such special companions and Izzy had such a sweet & loving family. I'm thinking of you! xoxo
ReplyDelete(side note…love the new design!)
I'm so sorry for your loss! It breaks my heart to even read this post! Saying goodbye to a pet is always difficult!
ReplyDeleteSo sad, My heart goes out. My dog Frances is here beside me for how ever long she graces us with her love and joy. We thank the universe for giving you Izzy and and that she got to share this life with you and yours, Go well Izzy xoxoxoxo
ReplyDeleteOh Kelly I am so sorry. My dog passed away in October, also with seizures. It was one of the hardest things I've ever gone through. He was my baby for 13 years, I miss him every day. I completely feel what you are going through, it is still so recent in my mind. I can still see his suffering in my mind and it hurts. I will be praying for you, I believe that God created our animals with individual value and He cares about them as much as we do. Izzy and my Muffler are getting all the cookies they want in Heaven right now :)
ReplyDeleteHugs, Nancy xo
I am so sorry Kelly! I can't imagine what you and your family are going through...keeping you in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your furry family member. Thinking of you!
ReplyDeletei'm so sorry about your sweet pup. we lost a pet recently, too, and found solace in snuggling our doggie. I hope you can find a little bit of happiness with the others for now.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry for your loss! I remember when our rottweiler Tashi died when I was younger. The whole family was in tears and I felt like my heart was shattered. Losing a pet is like losing a family member. Sending positive thoughts and prayers your way!
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry for your loss. Izzy is no doubt no longer in pain and happily chasing squirrels and missing you too. Hugs and squeezes to you!
ReplyDeletePraying for you! So sorry for your loss. Losing a pet is always so hard :(
ReplyDeleteWe lost our sweet Alex to seizures this past June. My heart goes out to you. It is amazing how much love our dogs give to us and how they warm our hearts. Yours looked very loved too. Comfort....
ReplyDeleteHeartbroken! I'm just catching up on your posts and I'm just sick for you. Had almost the same thing happen 2 years ago with my beloved German Shepherd. I am so so sad for you!!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, Kelly I'm so sorry to hear about your sweet puppy. That's my greatest fear (since I'm not a real momma yet, I'm a momma of an 8 year old yorkie who is my child!) Thinking about you!
ReplyDeleteBless you, this is so sad. Hugs to you x
ReplyDeleteThinking of you. Dogs are family to us too. I'm so sorry for your loss! Sending lots of e-hugs to you!
ReplyDeleteWe just went through the almost exact same thing with my girl/best friend Luna and it is truly one of the hardest things to watch and still makes my heart hurt. For me, despite being one of the most difficult things to do, I felt a sense of peace/ relief after knowing that she was no longer in pain. I hope you can experience a similar calm. Lots of hugs and puppy kisses your way!
ReplyDeleteI'm so so sorry, Kelly. My heart hurts for you. Sending lots of happy thoughts your way!
ReplyDelete