RIP Our little princess, Winnie

[Creeper]

Sadly, our little dog Winnie passed away this morning at the age of 15. She was a rescue we picked up about 11 years ago. She was a Yorkie-Chihuahua mix and weighed only about 3 lbs. When we got her she didn't trust us for a long time but over the years that trust developed because we treated he like the princess of the palace.

She's been battling kidney disease for a few years. At some point I might rant about the veterinary care she received but right now we will just remember Winnie. In the last year she went deaf and blind. But she was otherwise happy to be in our arms all the time.

We knew this day was coming for some time. We just wanted her to be comfortable and to spend her final days at home. Last night, after eating a very hearty meal, she began to pant and her breathing became very labored and shallow. This morning she died in my wife's arms as comfortable as we could make her.

We will miss her, as we miss all of the furry friends we had the pleasure of meeting. I really do hope they are waiting for us when we pass.

 

[Tabascocat]

Sorry to hear Creeper, been there a few times. It’s hard on the family but time does heal….just remember the memories.

 

[Runwildboys]

So sorry, Creeper. If it helps at all, there are many of us who share your pain.

 

[SlammedZero]

Sorry to hear Creeper. My condolences. I know how tough it is. It bleeping sucks.

 

[nightrain]

Terrible feeling of emptiness to fight through when you lose a member of the Family. Your love and commitment to Winnie is admirable and she will thank you for it. I highly recommend "A Dog's Purpose" if you haven't seen it already.

 

[nobody]

Sorry for your loss, man. That sucks.

 

[Hardline]

I have a Yorkie that's getting up there in age and I'm dreading the day. My heart goes out to you.

 

[JohnnyTheFox]

So very sorry for the loss of your precious Winnie, thoughts and prayers for you and yours during this difficult time.

 

[BrAinPaiNt]

Sorry for your loss. Losing a pet is a hard thing.

 

[Creeper]

Thanks, everyone for your thoughts. I know a lot of people have gone through this, more than once unfortunately. In this case we expected it and did our best to make her comfortable throughout her ordeal. We would liked to have kept her around longer but she fought her disease hard and endured some difficult days. In the end, I think she enjoyed her life in our home - since she ran it!

Thanks again.

 

[Stash]

Sadly, our little dog Winnie passed away this morning at the age of 15. She was a rescue we picked up about 11 years ago. She was a Yorkie-Chihuahua mix and weighed only about 3 lbs. When we got her she didn't trust us for a long time but over the years that trust developed because we treated he like the princess of the palace.

She's been battling kidney disease for a few years. At some point I might rant about the veterinary care she received but right now we will just remember Winnie. In the last year she went deaf and blind. But she was otherwise happy to be in our arms all the time.

We knew this day was coming for some time. We just wanted her to be comfortable and to spend her final days at home. Last night, after eating a very hearty meal, she began to pant and her breathing became very labored and shallow. This morning she died in my wife's arms as comfortable as we could make her.

We will miss her, as we miss all of the furry friends we had the pleasure of meeting. I really do hope they are waiting for us when we pass.

I’m very sorry to hear of your loss. Pets are part of the family, and loss is never easy. I had a Yorkie-Pomeranian mix and your story is similar to my own. My condolences.

 

[VaqueroTD]

That’s sad bro. Glad you took care of it until the end.

 

[Runwildboys]

Thanks, everyone for your thoughts. I know a lot of people have gone through this, more than once unfortunately. In this case we expected it and did our best to make her comfortable throughout her ordeal. We would liked to have kept her around longer but she fought her disease hard and endured some difficult days. In the end, I think she enjoyed her life in our home - since she ran it!

Thanks again.

Yeah, some people are so afraid of letting go that they'll let the animal suffer, just so they don't have to say goodbye. I'm glad you're not one of them. (Not that I would have thought otherwise.)
There comes a time when the best thing is a peaceful end.

 

[MWH1967]

Been there....God speed.

 

[Sarge]

Losing a pet is losing family. It hurts just as bad. You gave her a good life…..