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 Apr 13 2005, 06:49 PM
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Group: Pet Lovers Posts: 7 Joined: 13-April 05 Member No.: 824  |
Today an accident in our bunny's cage left her paralyzed and ultimately led to me having to have her euthanized. I was with her during her final moments and i've gotta say, i thought i was benefiting her by being there but, I cant shake off the moment she looked at me and breathed her last breath in my arms and when the vet said "She's done." I feel like i've been hit with a thousand tons of bricks. For those of you who wonder, to watch the life slowly drain out of your pet is the most traumatizing thing to go through. Part of you says "I dont want them to die alone with a stranger." and part of you wishes afterwards, that you wouldnt have put yourself through it. This is so confusing.
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Apr 13 2005, 07:12 PM
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 Group: Pet Lovers Posts: 133 Joined: 22-March 05 From: Atlanta, Georgia Member No.: 769 |
I'm so very sorry for your loss. I know how special your little bunny is to you. It's hard to say what is "better" in this situation. Either one is very difficult. I wasn't with my Allie when she died and I felt very sorry for that. I just hope that she wasn't scared or sad. At least you know that you provided the love your bunny needed at her final moment. I'm so sorry you had to see her like that. You've found a great forum here so please come and talk to us. We are here for you.
Jenny -------------------- Alice Mae Bennett ("Allie") was born around May of 2003. She came home to us in July. On March 10, 2005, she became ill with a condition called mesenteric torsion or volvulus. It is a twisting of the small intestine which is nearly impossible to diagnose. Once symptoms begin it is usually too late to save the intestine by surgical means. There are no known ways to prevent it and its causes are also unknown. It is extremely rare, especially in medium-size females like Allie. It is more common in males of large breeds, like German Shepherds.
Allie was a sweet, happy and loving soul. I will miss her every day. Thanks for giving us these last two years, little girl. We'll always treasure them. |
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leannaschmidt Im New And Grieving Apr 13 2005, 06:49 PM
CheriAnn Oh, I am SO, SO sorry that you lost your precious ... Apr 13 2005, 07:08 PM Jazzygirl I am so sorry for your loss. I agree with the othe... Apr 13 2005, 08:24 PM Kathleen032 I'm so sorry for the loss of your bunny. Alth... Apr 13 2005, 09:53 PM Ann H I am so sorry there was an accident and your sweet... Apr 14 2005, 02:00 AM
Pamela That is my deepest regret....I could not be there ... Apr 14 2005, 11:32 AM |
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