How do I not grieve?

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Tomorrow is my birthday and yet I am finding it hard to sleep tonight. It is not due to excitement but out of sadness. I find out tomorrow if the days with my sweet and spunky dog are numbered. He is sleeping and snoring in his bed next to mine. All I want to do is cry.
 
If his days are coming near the end, you love on him and talk to him. When you need to cry, you cry. And you will cry. It’s all part of owning pets. We cry when they have to leave us. Prayers for you.
 
My prayers for your peace and your dog. It is easier said do not grieve than to actually do it. Enjoy what you have now, face the result and outcome, and grieve if the time comes.

After some time you will come to remember all the good times and fun, and goofy things you did together.
 
It’s so hard to deal with the possible loss of a good friend.
I hope you will get good news about your dog.
If not, place yourself and your dog in God’s loving hands, and he will help you deal with whatever needs to be dealt with.
 
It’s absolutely normal to feel sad about the possible news. Our pets can be our very best friends and mean so much to us. Hopefully the news you get will be good, but if not, try not to grieve too much in advance. There will be time for that afterwards. While your sweet dog is with you, talk to him from your heart, gently pet him, and love him the very best you know how. Enjoy his time with you, no matter how much longer it will be. I found that asking for St. Francis’ intercession that my dog would not be in pain or suffer was the greatest thing I could have done for her and myself after I learned that her days would not be much longer on this earth. When she passed peacefully in her sleep at my feet two days after I began that prayer request, I knew she was in a much more beautiful place with no suffering and that I would see her again one day there. God knows the love in our hearts - even for animals. He’s always with us to help. May His sweet love, blessings, and care be with you always.
 
Grieving isn’t wrong or bad.
It is, however, painful.
And, it’s best to let the grieving process unfold naturally.

I’ll remwmv you in my prayers :confused:❤️:pray:t2:
 
I Have grieved many pets. I have been consoled knowing they belong to God and I have cared for them, giving them pet heaven on earth. And God loves them even more than I. Into God’s love I commended them. But grief is still grief.
 
May God Bless you and your friend. It’s been 4 1/2 years since I lost my buddy. The memories are awesome and I carry many pictures on my iPhone and Apple watch. They bring back the good times whenever I look at them.
 
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Tomorrow is my birthday and yet I am finding it hard to sleep tonight. It is not due to excitement but out of sadness. I find out tomorrow if the days with my sweet and spunky dog are numbered. He is sleeping and snoring in his bed next to mine. All I want to do is cry.
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I’m very sorry to hear this.

It’s always very difficult losing a beloved pet.

May God comfort you during this sad time. ❤️
 
I just want to thank everyone for their responses of comfort and love. 💝🙏
The Vet and I have talked more in depth and we will be trying some more choices to keep Abbott (my dog) in less pain. Hopefully I still have more time with him. GOD Bless!
 
Hi Kathleen,

I have been where you are, a few times when my kitties have all aged.

It’s never easy.

I wish you all of the best as you try and help Abbott. ❤️
 
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All I want to do is cry.
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My family and I know this very well. Losing our pets was harder than losing either of my parents. One very beloved cat continues to visit our daughter, she is now 34, in her dreams every night. And we all believe they will be waiting for us when our own lives are done. Small consolation now, I know, but something to hang onto. ❤️
 
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An update: Abbott is at Kansas State University Vet Med School. I had to rush him there last night. He is scheduled for an MRI on Friday.
 
Abbott has taken a turn downhill. I am trying to hold my emotions together. Thank you everyone for your support!
 
I’m so sorry.

Like others, I know how hard it is. I went through this a few years ago with my 15 year old cat. I can’t tell you how many tears I cried.

You are in my prayers.
 
So sorry for you and Abbott. I have been there with quite a few long time companions. We all try to hold it together, but I’ve never managed to do that. Grieve and rember the great times together.

Continued prayers…
 
Ummm I sent Abbott home to GOD today. He most likely had an inoperable brain tumor. Thank you to my CAF Family for your love and guidance.
 
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