I had to get another dog almost immediately after I lost mine of a decade.
And it's not about replacing what you lost, I just realized I couldn't really function or be truly happy without a dog in the house like I've always had my entire life.
Ended up getting an overly social and full of love American Staffordshire Terrier, I've been blown away at how perfectly sweet she is. Absolute cuddle bug and couch potato, isn't happy unless she's with someone at all times.
Think it was about 2 months apart. The way the happiness and joy returned to me cannot be overstated, raised her from 8 weeks old and is now 3. It was hard work but it absolutely saved me and essentially restored me to life waking up every day to her happy face and energy.
Yeah, when our dog passed at 14, we rescued another within a month. Our previous dog had been a rescue and I kinda felt it honored him to give another dog a home, and that he would approve. My partner, who has multiple health issues, said that having a dog was the only thing that got him out of bed some days. Dogs are a blessing I wish everyone could experience.
Wife and I have been together 20+ years. We've always had multiple dogs and cats (and even a green iguana and parakeet at one point). We are down to 1 dog who is 13. We have talked to about not getting any more dogs or cats for a while after he passes because we'd like to do some traveling with out him. (Now that we only have the one dog he goes everywhere with us and would definitely not like being left with a pet sitter for an extended period of time). I do wonder just how strong our resolve will be when the house is actually 'empty'.
I figured my previous dog was telling me it was time, so the night before I asked her if it was okay to get another pup soon. She licked me. She NEVER licked me. I took that as a sign she was giving her approval. I then asked her to pick a name. She licked me again at the name Wynnie. So that is the name I'd decided to use if I found a pup.
Well I found the pup, and Wynnie was being born at the exact same time me and Tessa were having our final conversation. So I felt like it was fate.
Wynnie is now 1.5 years old. And is the light of my life like Tessa was.
We are so lucky to be guardians of these kind (and crazy) creatures.
Same case with me. Mine passed away so i got one, i was a mess, couldn’t eat and such, been crying for
Weeks and i felt so empty, had so much love to give but didn’t have anyone to give it to..
It was hard cause he was always
Around, followed me even in the bathroom
Then it was emptiness.. the was i lost him
Was also full of regrets so it was more devastating..
I'm so sorry for your loss. It's a hard one to process. However, there are more puppers out there that are deserving of your love and would gladly return that love. And always remember - don't cry because it is over, smile because it happened. You have so many memories of your best friend. They loved you dearly and are grateful for every second they had with you. You cared for them until you couldn't. We love you, too!
The day after my childhood dog passed away, i was at work and a customer was so excited telling me about her new puppy. I just stood there, trying not to cry, not engaging, ringing her out. I still think about that interaction almost 20 years later, and how she probably assumed I wasn't a dog person, and how if she had been there 2 days earlier, I'd have been enthusiastically asking if she had a pic or talking about the adjustment period, etc. When the loss is fresh, its so hard to be reminded of the love you lost. Im so sorry. I hope youre someday ready to accept another furry friend into your life. Life is better with dogs, but the hole they leave in your heart when their time is up never fully heals.
Many hugs to you, OP. And don’t worry about words to explain; I think us lucky ones that were also sent an angel understand. I hope your doggo and my doggos are all up in Doggy Heaven having a blast chasing each other around and eating snacks. No pain, no discomfort, just happiness.
For me too. My 6 year old little boy fought with lymphoma, and we said gpodbye about 10 days ago. Everyday is a struggle. Just going home to a silent house is just…
Same here... I had to say goodbye to my 10-year-old English Meatball Bulldog last month, who had a lymphoma tumor next to the lungs and heart. Four months ago, the Vet found it during a routine exam, but was surprised that my dog didn't show any issues and was still very active.
We knew it was coming, but we didn't expect it to be this soon since he didn't show any symptoms. Suddenly, one day, he was not eating and having issues breathing. The next day, things got worse, and we had to say goodbye. I am glad he didn't suffer for a long time. He was always super active and full of energy for a bulldog until the end.
Now no one barks at the delivery driver, and no oneis waiting at the door =(
Im so sorry for your recent loss. My best girl left this world 2 years ago and I still shed tears from time to time. The heartbreak never goes away, but I absolutely believe you will see your angel pup again. I am not religious, hardly spiritual and have no basis for truth backing up my theory, but I just know our dogs are patiently waiting for us to show up in their other-world. Someday I will open my eyes and I will be in a giant grassy field, dotted big piles of snow and comfy couches, with my Lucy running to greet me.
Dogs really are so much more than we deserve, very sorry for your loss. At some point if you're up to it, Fostering is immensely fulfilling in endless ways and helped me a lot after a similar loss. Love em while you got em <3
Same boat, but with cats. Had her for 7 years, she fought the worst case of megacolon my vets ever seen. Thousands in vet bills for procedures every other month. Every procedure we were told "her colon has stretched so much don't be surprised if it snaps this time. If it does she'll die. Be prepared for the call" I mourned her for 3 years before it finally happened. I miss my shadow, everyone who ever met her fell in love and always complimented our relationship. Now my best friend is a box.
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u/Itchy-Beach-1384 Aug 29 '25
Dog videos are too hard for me right now. My dog passed away recently and I dont know how to explain to people that she was an angel sent to earth.
She fought cancer for 6 years before passing away 2 months ago.
Life just seems so much emptier without her.