My dog's death

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My difficulty today was minuscule compared to what many others are dealing with, but it was my problem.
I had to have my dear dog friend of 15 years put to sleep. It was very hard, but he hadn’t eaten for a week, and was in constant pain that meds couldn’t help. I took him for a walk in the dog park and he loved it, though he couldn’t run like he used to.
Anyway, I’ve been praying to St Francis all day to help me cope, and remembering the scripture “The Lord has compassion on all his works.”
When the vet put in the sedative injection, he finally stopped trembling and relaxed. When she put in the lethal one, at that instant my phone alarm sounded, telling me that it was 3 PM, time to pray the Divine Mercy. I had totally forgotten it was Friday.

I’m not in any way comparing an animal’s death to that of our Lord, but I feel that it was a kind reminder from the Lord that my dog and I were not forgotten. And I was able to leave him in God’s merciful hands.

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Viki63 said:
My difficulty today was minuscule compared to what many others are dealing with, but it was my problem.
I had to have my dear dog friend of 15 years put to sleep. It was very hard, but he hadn’t eaten for a week, and was in constant pain that meds couldn’t help. I took him for a walk in the dog park and he loved it, though he couldn’t run like he used to.
Anyway, I’ve been praying to St Francis all day to help me cope, and remembering the scripture “The Lord has compassion on all his works.”
When the vet put in the sedative injection, he finally stopped trembling and relaxed. When she put in the lethal one, at that instant my phone alarm sounded, telling me that it was 3 PM, time to pray the Divine Mercy. I had totally forgotten it was Friday.

I’m not in any way comparing an animal’s death to that of our Lord, but I feel that it was a kind reminder from the Lord that my dog and I were not forgotten. And I was able to leave him in God’s merciful hands.

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I’m sorry for the loss of your dog today. I’ve stood in that same spot myself.

I often think of the similar verse: “He is loving and faithful towards all He has made.”

He wanted to remind you of His faithful mercies, His Divine Mercy indeed.

Prayers as you adjust to your dog’s passing.
 
Viki63 said:
My difficulty today was minuscule compared to what many others are dealing with, but it was my problem.
I had to have my dear dog friend of 15 years put to sleep. It was very hard, but he hadn’t eaten for a week, and was in constant pain that meds couldn’t help. I took him for a walk in the dog park and he loved it, though he couldn’t run like he used to.
Anyway, I’ve been praying to St Francis all day to help me cope, and remembering the scripture “The Lord has compassion on all his works.”
When the vet put in the sedative injection, he finally stopped trembling and relaxed. When she put in the lethal one, at that instant my phone alarm sounded, telling me that it was 3 PM, time to pray the Divine Mercy. I had totally forgotten it was Friday.

I’m not in any way comparing an animal’s death to that of our Lord, but I feel that it was a kind reminder from the Lord that my dog and I were not forgotten. And I was able to leave him in God’s merciful hands.
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I too am sorry for your loss. I would like to pass on something a priest once said. He said we believe that animals/pets don’t go to heaven when they die. However, when you go and are present in that kingdom, God will give you everything you desire to complete the joy of being in His presence. And that just might include a beloved pet. Who knows???

It isn’t official church teaching, but it is a comforting thought. And I’m open to all possibilities.

Shalom
 
i have found that that the “rainbow bridge” prayer offered me some solace when
i have lost a pet more times than i care to think about
Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
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All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor. Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
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They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent. His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
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You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
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Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together…
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Viki63, I am very sorry for the loss of your dear friend of 15 years. I too have been in that spot, praying and crying as the vet gave the shots to an animal friend whose cancer was making her suffer.

I am sure that the Lord was watching over you just as you said, and as Pa Ingalls said in one of those “Little House” books when Jack the dog passed away from old age, “God who doesn’t forget the sparrows won’t leave a good dog like Jack out in the cold.”

God bless and comfort you.
 
I am so sorry for the loss of your dog.

With Sympathy on the Loss
of your Beloved Dog

Saying Goodbye to a Beloved Pet

In the name of God the Father,
who created you and all the animals,
in the name of Jesus the Son,
who spoke of you in parables and stories,
in the name of the Holy Spirit,
in whom every creature lives, moves, and has their being,
go now in peace, dear friend.

May you find rest near refreshing waters,
may you lie in cool, green pastures,
and may you warm yourself under the sun that never sets.

You have been my constant companion,
my shadow and confidante,
my comfort and playmate.
You filled my days with life and brought me endless joy.
For this I give thanks to God who gave you to me.

Now return to your Maker who eagerly waits for you
as you waited for me at the end of each day.

In the Father’s arms, let there be no more pain.
Let there be no more suffering.
Let there be only light as it was on the day God created you.

For our help is in the name of the Lord, who made heaven and earth.
Blessed be the name of the Lord, now and forever. Amen.
 
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Very sorry for your loss. Please feel free to pm me if you need to talk.
 
Thank you so much for all the kind responses. I called a good friend who was a comfort also.
I am sure I will see Shadow again and that God never forgets one of his creatures.

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Remember,
O most gracious Virgin Mary,
that never was it known that any one who fled to thy protection,
implored thy help or sought thy intercession,
was left unaided.
Inspired with this confidence,
I fly unto thee,
O Virgin of virgins my Mother;
to thee do I come,
before thee I stand,
sinful and sorrowful;
O Mother of thy Word Incarnate,
despise not my petitions,
but in thy clemency hear and answer me.
Amen

Hail Mary, full of grace,
The Lord is with Thee;
Blessed art thou among women,
And blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
Holy Mary, Mother of God,
Pray for us sinners,
Now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

Our Father,
who art in heaven,
hallowed be thy name;
thy kingdom come;
thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread;
and forgive us our trespasses
as we forgive those who trespass against us;
and lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil. Amen.
 
Viki63 said:
My difficulty today was minuscule compared to what many others are dealing with, but it was my problem.
I had to have my dear dog friend of 15 years put to sleep. It was very hard, but he hadn’t eaten for a week, and was in constant pain that meds couldn’t help. I took him for a walk in the dog park and he loved it, though he couldn’t run like he used to.
Anyway, I’ve been praying to St Francis all day to help me cope, and remembering the scripture “The Lord has compassion on all his works.”
When the vet put in the sedative injection, he finally stopped trembling and relaxed. When she put in the lethal one, at that instant my phone alarm sounded, telling me that it was 3 PM, time to pray the Divine Mercy. I had totally forgotten it was Friday.

I’m not in any way comparing an animal’s death to that of our Lord, but I feel that it was a kind reminder from the Lord that my dog and I were not forgotten. And I was able to leave him in God’s merciful hands.
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My sympathies and prayers are with you my friend. i know exactly how this feels and maybe this post on a similar topic thread will be of some comfort.

Perhaps, the timing was Our Blessed Lord’s way of letting you know that he loves us and understands our sufferings.
God bless.
 
Oh Viki, I’m so sorry to hear that. I am very strongly an animal person myself, and losing such a close and loved friend is terribly hard and painful. And I just read and focused on your other prayer thread for your husband’s hospital stay, and I can only imagine what you’re going through, this all coming at you at once. Please take care and stay strong. I’m saying a rosary for you all before I go to sleep.

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I’m very sorry you lost Shadow. I’m praying for God’s comfort in your heart.
 
May you be comforted in your sorrow.

Dear patron-Fathers, please pray for this intention.
 
Praying for your peace of mind and your loss of a companion…
 
I am sorry for your loss. I lost my beloved friend very suddenly 5 months ago and I feel his loss very deeply. It does get easier with time. :console:
 
I’m so sorry about your loss 😦 I have a dog too and I understand…
 
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