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[Vikki]

Hi, my name is Vikki. I am new. 2 weeks ago, I lost my beloved 7 year old cavalier king charles spaniel , George to congestive heart failure . We got George for my son, Ryan when he was 10. Ryan had always wanted a dog, but my cat was afraid. When my cat died, I searched for the perfect dog and found him. George was spoiled rotten, he ate with a fork, he had severe separation anxiety and went everywhere with us. We got a kitten as well, Major Anthony Nelson and they were best friends . We took George in for his check up and he was diagnosed with a stage 3 heart murmur. He had been to the vet a month earlier . I had multiple condults, multiple meds tried. My son left for the seminary as George was diagnosed. He lasted 2 weeks and was in stage 6. The Dr. Said he was dying, he could not breathe, and we put him to sleep. I have lost many cats , this is my first dog. I believe in some ways, George was sent to my son as an angel. My son was home schooled and did not have many friends. It just seems strange he died when my son left. I miss my baby George so much. I pray he is free of pain.
Thank you for listening .

[moon_beam]

Hi, Vikki, please permit me to add my sincerest sympathies in the physical loss of your beloved George. Losing a companion is never easy regardless of the circumstances or how long we are blessed with the privilege of their company. Euthanasia is the last gift of love we can give to our companions at great sacrifice to ourselves so that they can be restored to their former youthfulness in the company of the angels.

Vikki, this grief journey is one of the most difficult experiences you will know on this side of eternity. Clinical professionals now recognize that the grief journey for the physical loss of beloved companion is the same as for a human family member or friend. Unfortunately our society in general does not and this is one of the many reasons why this wonderful forum is here as a safe place where we can come to find the comfort, support, encouragement, and hope we need as we travel the painful adjustment journey to the physical absence of our beloved companion. Please know we are here for you for as long and as often as you need us.

As our forum friend Kathy has already so comfortingly reassured you, please permit to affirm her words of encouragement: Your beloved George is now in heaven's perfect garden where there is no grief or pain. He is now restored to his former youthfulness and is in the company of each of our beloved companions sharing his story of how you diligently and lovingly took care of him during his earthly journey, and all our beloved companions are nodding their heads in agreement as he shares his love for you and your son Ryan - - his forever Mom and brother - - his forever family.

Although this grief journey is filled with many ups and downs, twists and turns and turnarounds, there is one thing that will never change - - the love bond you and your beloved George share, for love is eternal - - it is not restricted to the physical laws of time and space. Your beloved George's sweet Living Spirit is always and forever a part of your heart and memories, Vikki - - he is always and forever a heartbeat close to you.

I know all too well from first hand experience that when our hearts are entrenched in deep grief there are no adequate words in any language that can soothe the searing pain of sorrow. Still I hope the words I share with you will offer you some measure of comfort, support, encouragement, and hope as you travel your grief adjustment journey.

Thank you so much for honoring us in sharing your beloved George with us, Vikki. Perhaps sometime you will want to share a picture of him with us - - but only if / when you want to. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers, and please let us know how you're doing.

Peace and blessings,
moon_beam