It's a hard day for us

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It's a very hard day for us here at Captivating Cattery, we have not just lost a pet but one of our closest friends. Most of you know that Mum & I are not just crazy about our Cats but we also share a great love for dogs as well, and some of you know that one of our dogs Soul, our 12 year old German Shepard has been suffering from Arthritis and loss of her Bowel Motions. Today we took her to the SPCA to get put to sleep, we knew it was the end for her, we didn't want her to suffer any longer. Of course this didn't make it any easier, Soul gave us so much love and affection and tonight our house is very quiet - no big booming bark at the smallest of sounds. This is only the second time I've had to begin a thread in here, the first time was when I first joined for my beautiful rat Jack.

So RIP Soul, you lived a long and wonderful life - we shall never forget you and may your legs be restored to perfect condition in Doggy Heaven. We love you soul.


Here is our beautiful girl in some of her happier times -






Photobucket is playing up and wont let me post any more photos at this point in time so I'll come back and post some more soon. RIP Soul.


Sam.
 
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I am very sorry...may Soul now be romping in fields with many delightful scents, and legs that work perfectly again, full of energy. She'll be waiting to greet you again someday with her special voice.
 
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I am so sorry - it never gets easier, however many times it happens. May Soul be happy at the Bridge.
 
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Oh no....not Soul... She was such a sweet girl. Honestly, this must be SO hard on you, because it is on me. Rest well, sweet girl. Sam, I am so sorry.
 
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Sam I'm so sorry about Soul. She was so beautiful! Your story brings back memories of when she we had to put our 12 year old german shepherd, Gretchen, to sleep several years ago. She was in the same state of health as your Soul.

Maybe Soul can meet up with Gretchen at the Rainbow Bridge and they will become buddies. They look so much alike too!!

Again, I'm sorry for your loss. It's always hard when we lose a loyal friend.

 
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Sam,

I'm so sorry.
I know nothing I can say right now is going to help take away the pain but I am thinking of you. Soul is just such a wonderful name for a pup to have at The Bridge. As with Robin's puppy, please tell Soul to look up a Keeshond named Sabrina. He's already going to have really good friends waiting there for him.
 
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Oh, Sam, I'm so very sorry you lost your dear friend Soul.
I know you loved her so very much, and she has been your lifelong companion and buddy. You were forced to make such a difficult, painful decision, put your own feeling aside, and free Soul from her pain. Your heart must just be breaking today, my friend. Soul is so happy today, running and playing in perfect health, and I know you will one day be reunited.
You already know I am right here for you anytime at all, Sam.
 
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Sam, I'm so sorry for your loss! I remember Soul's picture from another thread, and how you were afraid that this decision was coming. I'm sorry it did, and I know that must have been a very difficult decision for you and your mom to make. That it was the right decision doesn't make it any easier for you, but it eased Soul's pain and suffering. I'm sure Soul thanks you for doing the brave thing.


You are all in my thoughts.
 
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I'm so sorry to hear about Soul, Sam. That's such a hard thing to do, but ultimately what you did for Soul was the best thing for him.

Again, I'm so sorry for your loss
 
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She's so photogenic I love the pictures you have of her. She will be in your heart forever. I'm sending prayers of comfort to you and your family during this hard time.
 
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Originally Posted by WellingtonCats

It's a very hard day for us here at Captivating Cattery, we have not just lost a pet but one of our closest friends. Most of you know that Mum & I are not just crazy about our Cats but we also share a great love for dogs as well, and some of you know that one of our dogs Soul, our 12 year old German Shepard has been suffering from Arthritis and loss of her Bowel Motions. Today we took her to the SPCA to get put to sleep, we knew it was the end for her, we didn't want her to suffer any longer. Of course this didn't make it any easier, Soul gave us so much love and affection and tonight our house is very quiet - no big booming bark at the smallest of sounds. This is only the second time I've had to begin a thread in here, the first time was when I first joined for my beautiful rat Jack.

So RIP Soul, you lived a long and wonderful life - we shall never forget you and may your legs be restored to perfect condition in Doggy Heaven. We love you soul.


Here is our beautiful girl in some of her happier times -






Photobucket is playing up and wont let me post any more photos at this point in time so I'll come back and post some more soon. RIP Soul.


Sam.
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I'm sorry for your loss, but you did the right thing. The decision to put a pet down is so hard, but you knew it was time.

I had to put my little buddy Bandit down about 3 weeks ago, so I know what you're going through. Rest assured that he's at the Rainbow Bridge, and all his new friends will take care of him. He's well now, and all is right in pet heaven.

I know you're hurting, but time will ease the pain, I promise. And he'll greet you again some day! Always remember the love you shared for all these years...and know he loved you, too.....and still does.

Jane
RIP Soul and Bandit! We love you!
 
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I'm sorry you lost your beautiful dog Soul.
 
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I am so sorry Sam.
Soul looks like he was a sweetie
RIP sweet Soul
 
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I'm so sorry to hear about Soul, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your mom.

Rest In Piece Soul
 
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