Niski is no longer in pain or suffering. She’s at peace. I, on the other hand, have the biggest heartache. We will miss our little tap dancer, vacuum-wiener, happy baby, doxie girl forever. Thank you so much for your hugs, thoughts, prayers and support.
I'm so sorry! Losing a pet is just awful!
I'm so sorry. It sounds like she was loved and had a good life. Hang in there.
I am so, so sorry. I can only imagine your pain. At least she is no longer in pain, and you now have a little doxie angel looking over you.
my thoughts are with you. <3
I am so sorry. My heart hurts for you.
I am so sorry! I know how much she was a part of your family, like most pets are. Thinking of you and your family!
Oh Roeshel, I am so sorry. I'm glad she is no longer in pain and I'm sorry you are.
I am so sorry to hear this!!!
I'm very sorry to hear it!
words are not enough, but i am keeping you and your family in my heart. i know how awful it is to lose a well-loved dog. i am so sorry for your loss.
I am so sorry. This quote always makes me feel a little better:
SEPARATE LIFETIMES
We who choose to surround ourselves
with lives even more temporary than our own, live within a fragile circle; easily and often breached. Unable to accept its awful gaps, we would still live no other way. We cherish memory as the only certain immortality, never fully understanding the necessary plan….
— Irving Townsend —
"The Once Again Prince"
I'm so sorry. It's losing a family member, isn't it? Prayers to you, girl.
I'm so sorry.
I'm so sorry 🙁
It is definitely one of the hardest things to do is to let go of a family member with those four legs. My thoughts are with you as you go thru this loss.
Very sorry to hear your bad news.
Oh my goodness….My heart aches for you!! I am such an animal lover and have such a hard time dealing with losing a pet.
Sometimes I think I love my pets more than people…ok maybe just as much. Keep your head up and remember that She had a great life because You loved her. I'll say a little prayer that you can be at peace with losing her.
Oh, I am so sorry to hear this. That was the hardest thing I did when I had to put my cat down. Hugs and love to your family.
~ THE RAINBOW BRIDGE ~
Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor. Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent. His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together….
Author unknown…
Oh Roeshel, I am truly sorry to hear about little Niski. My prayers are with you.
~ Tracy
Oh Roeshel, so so very sorry…
Paula
I'm so very sorry for your loss. ((Hugs))
I'm so sorry for your loss. It must be especially difficult during the holiday season to love a beloved pet.
I'm so sorry! I know you will miss her. Many hugs to you.
I'm so sorry for your loss. We quickly & unexpectedly lost one of our dogs to what was most likely cancer back in September & my heart still aches whenever I think of him. I'm sure you've heard of the Rainbow Bridge. . . it took me a long while after losing Bailey to go back & read it, & even though it brought on a flow of tears, it did make me feel better to think of him waiting there for me. Gosh, I'm getting teary-eyed right now even writing this! Hugs to you-I won't say that it gets "easier" over time, it just gets less hard, if that makes sense.
i am so sorry i have shed tears at every post about your Niski…..i have lost many pets in my life….and feel your pain again i am so sorry
I'm so sorry Roeshel. I'm glad she's not in pain anymore, but I know how hard this must be for you. Take Care!
So sorry to hear about your loss!
Oh, Roeshel … this is so hard, especially at the holidays. We lost a dog and a cat in 2008 and 2009, each the week before Thanksgiving. It was so hard, and I am so sorry that you're going through it now. Our prayers are with you!
I have a Christmas story of hope on my blog today; it might bring a tear to your eye, but it is a happy story and one that might bring you some comfort today if you'd like to read it. http://katandgray.blogspot.com/2010/12/christmas-story.html
Again, my prayers are with you.
Oh…look at that ball of sweetness. I am so sorry for your loss and heartache. Love to you!
I'm so sorry for your loss and pain. Pls take care of yourself
Oh, you made me cry. I know what it is like to lose a pet so close to the Holidays. It's devastating. My heart is with you.
I'm so sorry for your loss :'(
No words can ever totally comfort or make it better, it's the hardest thing to loose a pet, they just don't live long enough. At least there's no more pain and she can run all day and night and have a good ol' time at the doggy park at the bridge, and she'll always be with you!
I am so very sorry- and I only hope in time the pain will be less and you will remember only the happiness.. I know how you feel- they are part of our lives and part of the family and make our lives so happy.. send you lots of good thoughts ..
So sorry for your loss! A few typed words just doesn't seem like enough, however, my thoughts and heart go out to you.
Maybe my daughters 1 year old Dachshund, Radar, will meet Niski and help show her the way. Radar was killed by a motor vehicle just five days ago. My grand kids are devastated.
So very sorry for your loss. Animals are as much a part of the family as anyone else. Thoughts and prayers go out to you!
Oh..no…this breaks my heart. I'm so sorry, so very sorry.
If this happened to me…I'd go rescue one as soon as I could…so that something good could come out of this tragedy. I type this as tears run down my face.
So sorry…it turned out this way.
Sending hugs and happy memories your way…
Oh Roeshel, I'm so sorry to hear about little Niski. Your in my thoughts…..
Praying for you ~ knowing how hard it is when one of our furkids is put down. <3
XO,
Kimberly
So sorry for your loss =(
You are in my prayers right now. I just buried my beloved old horse here on the farm this morning. I share your heartache and wish you peace knowing how much you brightened her world too!
hugs,
Leslie
I am so sorry to hear the sad news. Hugs and prayers to you and your family.
I am so sorry for your loss!
I am so sorry for your loss!
I'm so sorry for your loss. I had to put our Doxie down 2 years ago for the same reason. It's heartbreaking!!
Roeshel, I can't recall if I've ever left a comment on a blog before other than to enter a giveaway, but my heart skipped a beat when I read this. From one doxie momma to another, my heart goes out to you and your family. Niski was so lucky to have such a loving family to call home. Thinking of you, Leigh
I am so so sorry. From personal experience I can tell you the pain will lessen a little tiny bit every day, until one day you can remember your faithful companion without pain, feeling only the love you have for them.
That really, really makes me sad 🙁 I'm so sorry 🙁
When I saw your blog title, I just knew. I'm so sorry. I will miss seeing her picture on your blog.
I have a doxie too, they are special dogs. So, so sorry.
oh, no, i'm so so sorry to hear this! (((((((you))))))
:*( I'm so sorry for the loss of your beloved pet. They are such special parts of our lives and 100% a member of the family just like a child would be.
Blessings,
Shanna
Roeshel! I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. I understand your heartache, and your loss. Sometimes we have to make tough decisions. Niski IS at peace, and you my friend must find peace too. Please take care, and again, I am soooo sorry for you pain and heartache.
gail
So sorry to hear about your loss. We have lost 2, so I understand.
Blessings,
Michelle
I'm so sorry to hear about Niski. Huge hugs and I hope that you will quickly regain your peace as well. She was a sweet little thing and I truly enjoyed seeing all the pictures of her.
Sarah
At least she's no longer hurting. Watching a pet in pain is awful, I know. Best wishes.
I am so sorry 🙁
I can't even imagine what you're going through. I have nothing but that best thoughts for you, and I hope that you can remember all the good times through the heartache.
-April
My heart goes out to you. My little girl is older and I dread the day that I know is coming. Remember the good times.
I lost my little doggie "misha" 2 weeks ago. she was a little boston terrier.
it's such a hard part of pet ownership. I wonder sometimes why I would do that to myself ever again. I get teary thinking about other wonderful pets I have lost.
But, they were so great. And, made me so happy.
I'm so sorry for your loss
Heather
I am so sorry for the loss of your sweet dog Niski. She was adorable. I like to believe that she is in heaven with God playing happily. I like to recommend a really great site for owners who have lost their pets. Here is the link:
http://www.rainbowbridge.com I hope this helps you in some way.
Janet Bernasconi
Janet's Creative Pillows
I am grieveing with you, Roeshel – allow yourself to grieve, and remember all the great lessons Niski taught you. She loved unconditionally no matter what. I learned that lesson from our dear departed lab Buster and my sweet cat of 17 years Christina.
I'm praying for you and your family, hon 🙂
~Diane~
I am so sorry for your loss. I think most of us have been through such a time. We understand the heartbreak. With time it will get better but you will never forget and who would want to forget such a lovely little face???
I am so sorry. We lost our beloved Drummer dog just a month ago. He was such a loving and sweet soul and is missed.
Soon the sadness will fade and the lovely memories of your companion will be left to bring you random smiles and warm feelings throught the day.
My heart goes out to you.
Thank you for your email yesterday letting us know. We all cried, and our hearts go out to you. She was quite the personality-packed little fur baby, and she'll be missed.
My deepest condolences on the loss of your precious family member. It never ceases to amaze how these little creatures touch our hearts so profoundly.
Roeshel I am so sorry for your loss. It must be heartbreaking, I can't imagine. I hope you and your family are doing okay! Take care!
Poor girl, I'm so sorry for your loss. It's so hard to get over the loss of a pet, it's like a family member, always there for you. I've endured it many times, and it really does get better with time. Just focus on what a great life you have provided for Niski.
All the best,
Linda
Your little baby is in heaven with all the other animals who have had to leave this earth before us. She is happy with tail wagging and you my dear are so special for doing all you did for her while she was here. God bless you.
I am so sorry Roeshel. I understand how hard it is. You are right though, at least she is in peace. A big squeeze from me.
Oh, I am so sorry! This just breaks my heart, I hope you are doing okay.
((((((HUGS))))))
I'm so sorry you loss your precious little dog. My cat of 17 years died last Saturday, and my heart is breaking too. Please know my thoughts are with you.
Hugs,
Pat
Aw I am so sorry for your loss, it is never easy to say good bye to a dear friend:(
I'm so sorry for your loss.
So sorry. That is the worst.
I am so behind on blog and I just saw this post. I am so sorry you are having to go through this. I do understand how hard it is. It will get better. Hugs to you Roeshel!
So sorry for your loss. Hugs!
Oh, my poor lovely,
It's so hard losing a pet. Well, pet doesn't really do justice to what animals can come to mean, does it? When something is by your side all day, every day, they can fill your world with such comfort and peace…..and then its gone.
I really sympathise with your pain. I know how it feels to lose something that you love so much. Please don't feel that you have to 'get over it' quickly. I think it can take a long time to come to terms with such a loss.
Sarahxxxxx
I'm so very sorry for your loss, Roeshel. I'll keep you in my prayers.
Donna
So sorry for your loss of a dear friend! What a cutie! I hope you will find comfort in remembering her fun antics and life with you.
so, so, so sorry.
saying prayers for you!!!
I'm so sorry for you.
I had fallen in long-distance love with your darling little one. When I read the rainbow bridge story, I sobbed tears thinking of her and my own pets who passed away last year. My wonderful vet told me that animals can feel a great deal of pain without showing it, and that made me feel so much better about my decision, and I hope hearing that helps you, too. Haven't we been blessed to have had them in our lives?
Love from Cape Cod,
Judith Ann
Oh, Roeshel! Those wonderful creatures worm their way into our hearts and we never ever forget them or the cold noses. We love them so dearly and it's always so incredibly painful when that family member passes. Sometimes, I admit, even more painful than when a human being passes. What a terrible time to lose a family member. They are so loved, so wonderful and yet so misunderstood. My heart aches for you as much as it does whenever anybody loses a loved one. You're in my thoughts.
I am so sorry! I had to have my dog put down in April due to liver cancer. I cried when I opened the Christmas stuff this year and found his stocking. You should try to order this children's picture book called Dog Heaven. The librarian I worked with at my school passed it on to me when she heard about my dog. I cry every time I read it, but it makes me feel so much better.
Roeshel, somehow I missed this in all the craziness surrounding the holidays, but I wanted to tell you how sorry I am to hear about Niski. She looks like she was such a sweetheart and the cutest dapple daschund I've ever seen. I hope you're doing ok.