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 Oct 21 2006, 11:56 AM
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This day last week, I had two dogs. My beautiful Cavalier King Charles Spaniel - Bono, and my Jack Russell Terrier - Coveu. They were devoted to each other. Bono was Coveu's big brother, and they looked out for each other. My lovely Bono passed away on Monday, and its ripped my heart in two. And Coveu misses Bono dreadfully ...
I've been advised to get another dog, if only for company for Coveu who is very lonely, especially as my fiancé and I are out at work all day, 5 days a week. Today I looked through the newspapers and saw various types of dogs; I phoned a lady about a whippet pup, and when I was half way to her house to view the pups, I burst into tears, and went home instead. Bono hasn't been dead a week, and there I was, off to get another, as though he had merely been a broken ornament which needed replacing, and not the loyal companion, and devoted friend I've had since I was a 14-year-old child. His ashes haven't even been returned to me yet ... How could I have been so thoughtless to be going to get another dog, when Bono was alive this day last week ... ? Is there anyone else out there who feels as I do? I feel so conflicted and ashamed ... -------------------- My Beloved Bono: This Void is Immeasurable
Born: 25th March 1998 Died: 16th October 2006 My Beautiful Darcey: Come Home to Me Born: 11th August 2006 Disappeared: 11th September 2008 Bono's Webpage: http://www.in-memory-of-pets.com/personalt...te.php?ID=62356 Bono's LS Post: http://lightning-strike.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=3317 The Rainbow Bridge: http://www.indigo.org/rainbowbridge_ver2.html |
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Oct 21 2006, 08:34 PM
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I have to agree with Karen. Your Coveu (that's an interesting name, btw - is there a story behind it?) - may need some extra loving and attention during this time, but you have to heal and adjust to Bono's loss before you bring in another dog. Dogs take a lot of energy, from you and in convincing them to get along, and it will take all your attention for that. It's nothing to be ashamed of, and you are not alone in wanting to make things better for a remaining pet. It's really very admirable, and I have no doubt that you were thinking of Coveu when you made the call about the whippet pups, not yourself.
Take your time to accept your recent loss, and then make the ultimate tribute you can for Bono - bring another loving soul to join your family. There is no limit to the love a heart can hold, and another dog will never push Bono from your heart. I extend my sympathy to all of you - you will heal, although sometimes it will seem impossible. Share your sorrow, and we will all pull through this time with you. Take care, Barbara |
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gillian Another Dog Oct 21 2006, 11:56 AM
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