Today is a very sad day for me. It's 8 am on Wednesday April 2nd as I write this. In 4 hours, I will be taking my eldest dog Wilson to the vet for the last time, and will be sending him on his way to Rainbow Bridge. My heart is breaking and I can't stop the tears. He was such a kind and loving dog with the most wonderful soul. I've been home on disability from work for several years now and my dogs have been my constant companions. He is not only one of my best friends, but my furry child. He is my son since I have no children.
Unfortunately, his back legs are giving out. He cannot lie down or get up on his own. He cries something fierce because he is in pain. He often falls when he walks. Plus his mind is going. I don't want him to suffer anymore. I pray that I am making the right decision to do it now, rather than wait a week or two. I'd rather him go peacefully and without further pain and discomfort.
RIP my Willy-Bear. Mommy will always love you!
For those who are unfamiliar with Rainbow Bridge, here is the story:
The story tells of a green meadow located "this side of Heaven" (i.e., before one enters into it). Rainbow Bridge is the name of both the meadow and an adjoining bridge connecting it to Heaven.
According to the story, when a pet dies, it goes to the meadow, having been restored to perfect health and free of any injuries. The pet runs and plays all day with the others, there is always fresh food and water, and the sun is always shining. However, it is said that while the pet is at peace and happy, they miss their owner who had to be left behind on Earth.
When their owner dies, they come across the Rainbow Bridge. It is at that moment that their pet stops what they are doing and sniffs at the air and looks into the distance where they see their beloved owner. Excited, they run as fast as they can until they are in their owner's arms, licking their face in joy while their owner looks into the eyes of their pet who was absent on Earth, but never absent in their heart. Then side by side, they cross the Rainbow Bridge together into Heaven, never again to be separated.
Unfortunately, his back legs are giving out. He cannot lie down or get up on his own. He cries something fierce because he is in pain. He often falls when he walks. Plus his mind is going. I don't want him to suffer anymore. I pray that I am making the right decision to do it now, rather than wait a week or two. I'd rather him go peacefully and without further pain and discomfort.
RIP my Willy-Bear. Mommy will always love you!
For those who are unfamiliar with Rainbow Bridge, here is the story:
The story tells of a green meadow located "this side of Heaven" (i.e., before one enters into it). Rainbow Bridge is the name of both the meadow and an adjoining bridge connecting it to Heaven.
According to the story, when a pet dies, it goes to the meadow, having been restored to perfect health and free of any injuries. The pet runs and plays all day with the others, there is always fresh food and water, and the sun is always shining. However, it is said that while the pet is at peace and happy, they miss their owner who had to be left behind on Earth.
When their owner dies, they come across the Rainbow Bridge. It is at that moment that their pet stops what they are doing and sniffs at the air and looks into the distance where they see their beloved owner. Excited, they run as fast as they can until they are in their owner's arms, licking their face in joy while their owner looks into the eyes of their pet who was absent on Earth, but never absent in their heart. Then side by side, they cross the Rainbow Bridge together into Heaven, never again to be separated.