ReadingRainbow
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03-27-10 11:13 PM - Post#107801
Unfortunately, one of our furbabies, Caffeen, died tonight. She was a guinea pig, but she was truly a part of our family. She put up with us hugging and kissing her, and always responded with an exuberant "wheet" whenever a plastic bag was rustled (hay and cabbage come in plastic bags you know!)
She had what we think was a stroke, and several seizures. My 10 y/o daughter and I put her in the pet bed and sat with her, petting her and kissing her, and just trying to keep her comfortable until she died--just letting her know she is loved. Then we each had the chance to hold her as long as we wanted after she had passed, before we put her in her coffin (box). It was one of the hardest things I had to go through. We all could honestly agree that it was a blessing when she died so there was an end to the pain she was obviously in.
We had a small funeral for her, and had a chance to say goodbye. Then, after my family's tradition, we had a celebration of Caffeen's short yet eventful life.
My daughter seems to have found some semblance of peace...but I am up late thinking of my son. Of course a human dying is WAY worse than a pet, but I wasn't present when my son died. And he didn't go through any lengthy illness (he died instantly), whereas this poor creature was obviously in pain and there was nothing we could do for her.
At least when she gets to Heaven, Michael will be there to give her all the hay and cabbage she could ever want. And that is a peaceful thought after all.
Goodnight all
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mspam3
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03-28-10 11:56 AM - Post#107810
In response to ReadingRainbow
So sorry for your loss. A pet is a family member and it is very painful when we lose them. I admire your strength in being able to sit with Caffeen through the final minutes of life and then to have a celebration of her life after her passing. This is a great gift you have given your children in experiencing death. You gave Caffeenn the honor she truly deserved. I know you will treasure every memory you had with her.
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Jimi Ray Clapton
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03-28-10 12:07 PM - Post#107814
In response to mspam3
Ouch. Beams to you and yours...
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luvyrpet
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09-02-10 01:46 PM - Post#117865
In response to ReadingRainbow
I am so sorry for your loss. Only with time and wonderful memories will the pain slowly go.
We went through the same thing with our GPs.
Reeses passed in my daughters arms in Nov 2006, and I was out shopping and forgot my phone. I beat myself up over that still. She was devastated. We had a gathering of friends and family for her, and buried her under our kitchen window.
Niko (our Boxer) passed in our arms at the vet in Nov 2009.. that was the most hardest thing I have ever had to do in my life. Pictures and her cedar box is on our mantel.
Buttercup passed Dec 2009 in my arms late one evening when she wasn't responding. Everyone was sleeping and I didn't want to wake anyone. The next morning I had to tell everyone.
She too is buried next to Reeses under the kitchen window.
We know have 2 little GPs, and everyday they show us their love, and their own personalities.
Many hugs to your family.
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ReadingRainbow
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09-15-10 08:47 PM - Post#118476
In response to luvyrpet
We had another small death in our family. Our dwarf hamster Sir Francis (of Chewington Hall!)passed away in his sleep. He was only with us a couple of months but he lived so freely and happily that those months were quite exciting. For now I'm not getting anymore tiny furbabies. They pass away so quickly, and I'm weary of death.
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denisew
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09-16-10 01:31 PM - Post#118495
In response to ReadingRainbow
Gerbils, hamsters and other small rodent pets don't have a long life span. It is usually around 2 years. I'm sorry about your little hamster.
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ReadingRainbow
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09-16-10 02:42 PM - Post#118498
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Yeah, we expected Sir Francis to go fairly quickly, but thought we'd at least get a year. But man did he ever brighten up any cloudy day. Just waving a cheerio in his general direction would send him into such funny little fits. And even when he bit it was hilarious because his little bite wasn't strong enough to hurt. It just tickled LOL
Our original guinea pig, Meawin, is still romping happily along. She loves her new sister (Onyx, jet black to Meawin's pure white) and the two of them go running around in circles playing tag or just popcorning in excitement. The cats honestly don't know how to handle this situation, so they just pretend the GPs don't exist *snicker*
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ReadingRainbow
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09-26-12 02:54 AM - Post#155032
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Well we knew it would happen eventually but it still shocked us. Our final mini fur baby Meawin the guinea pig extraordinaire finally joined her sisters and passed away during the night a few nights ago. After Onyx died months ago we thought Meawin would be bored but honestly we never saw her happier than when she had the cage to herself! Her squeeker quit working long ago but she popcorned til the end. She will be missed dreadfully.
Meawin died on the third anniversary of my son's death so my heart was extra heavy but at least I know our tiny babies and Michael are keeping eachother in happy company.
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denisew
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09-26-12 06:37 AM - Post#155035
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I'm very sorry to read about your son and also about your little guinea pig, Meawin. So sorry for your loss.
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mspam3
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09-26-12 10:14 AM - Post#155052
In response to ReadingRainbow
I am sorry to hear about Meawin. It sounds like she had a wonderful life with you. Prayers are with you as you remember her and your son. God Bless.
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ReadingRainbow
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09-26-12 02:39 PM - Post#155065
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Thank you for your thoughts!
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09-26-12 02:49 PM - Post#155066
In response to ReadingRainbow
So very sorry to hear of your multiple losses. I can't imagine outliving any one of my kids or what I'd do in the event of a death of any one of them. We recently lost a long time friend (lab) who was such an amazing part of the family. Occasionally, I still feel her brush against my legs under my desk. But my loss can't compare to what you've been forced to live through and I'm profoundly sorry for your loss.
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09-26-12 02:53 PM - Post#155068
In response to TedofAllen
There are few things worse than the death of a family member be it human or pet. It's been years since my father passed and even today I can be drawn to tears if I let myself think of him too long. Best wishes to you and your family.
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09-26-12 05:14 PM - Post#155108
In response to MissingChico
I know your pain. I lost my son five years ago, last year my 13 year old chihuahua and last month my 18 year old Lhazo Apso. It never gets easier to lose a loved one and a pet who is like a family member too. My thoughts are with you.
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ReadingRainbow
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09-26-12 08:17 PM - Post#155115
In response to suzeeh
Our pets can help soothe so many pains so losing another makes things more difficult. Thankfully the rest of fur family has rallied around me. Our oldest (Mrs. Nosey) always knows when I am hurting and dedicates herself to keeping my lap occupied by one cat or another. My human family has also come together to remember all the good Michael brought to the world. When memories can make you smile or even laugh out loud then the grief isn't quite so hard to deal with. Even if only for a moment.
Best wishes and my thoughts are with all who have suffered losses human or furbaby.
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ReadingRainbow
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09-27-12 09:31 AM - Post#155162
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Well we got another kitty. Teeny tiny little riot of personality. He's so little but needed a huge name to match his "So what if you're bigger..." attitude. So he is officially dubbed Stormageddon, Dark Lord of All (Doctor Who fans cheer!) Or "Little Dude". Or "Holy Crap What ARE YOU DOING NOW!?!" Or in extteme circumstances "Good lord did that come out of you??!"
There is a lovely Boston terrier named Piper that we really wanted but our blue heeler wasn't having it. But Piper is really a perfect little girl at the shelter that deserves a good home with kids to run her out of energy and Adults to give her laps to snuggle in. Really wish we could have given her a home..but a sixty lb dog is really not to be argued with lol
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mspam3
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09-27-12 02:41 PM - Post#155220
In response to ReadingRainbow
Congrats on your new kitty. Love the names! We once had a Bichon we named Quiet Riot and it fit him perfectly. Just a ball of fire all the time.
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mgrayar
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09-28-12 10:16 AM - Post#155257
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Here's hoping the new kitty brings you lots of joy. Sorry for your loses.
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