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Loss of my dog

I rrcently had to have my beloved chihuahua UKIE put to sleep due to a collapsed tracular, she was gifted to me by my mum 6 months before my mum passed away from cancer, I suffer from depression anxiety and chronic fibromyalgia, UKIE saw me through the darkest days of my life and now she has gone , she was only 7 years old and I'm absolutely grief stricken, she really was the light of my life, having no children, no friends just my husband who is my full time career, I'm totally lost , I can't even afford to purchase another one due to being on benefits Also the price of puppies has gone through the roof due to covid, we do own another little chihuahua cheche, she is beautiful bless and I love her dearly but she's not UKIE, my bond with her was so strong we were best buddies she was my little shadow and I'm blindsided by grief, just to be able to talk to someone on here would be wonderful, I've never felt as low as I do right now, I've cried an ocean and the tears still flow! Breeders don't realise the pain and heartache they can cause due to trying to breed the perfect looking dog , the complications that come along with a perfect looking dog can be horrendous. Not only did UKIE have a collapsed tracular her tongue was far too large for such a tiny skull , this caused terrible breathing problems also , to look at her she was the most beautiful looking apple head chihuahua but behind her looks was awful complications, I really am devastated. Thank you for reading this post
Lynda X 💕
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Lynda X 💕
So I truly understand how you are feeling right now. I was inconsolable for weeks after. But please have hope. Despite having a wee cry from time to time for both my dogs, that pain does ease. I can now mention them in conversations and chuckle at times when I watch videos of them being cute and naughty and infuriating.
My rescue dog has his friendly neighbour and goes on play dates with him. He's a small ewok type dog. My rescue dog is a beautiful greyhound. My sadly departed dogs were rottweilers and were absolute Teddy bears and lap dog. Literally.. lol
So I send you my very best wishes and hope that the pain eases for you. You are similar to myself with your illnesses, my husband gave up work to be my carer just before covid broke out from whatever form of hell it came from. So I understand your pain. Try to rest as much as possible and occupy yourself with some nice distractions.
Dogs are not just dogs, they are family in every sense of the word.
Take good care and don't doubt yourself for grieving. It is natural and whilst it feels like s***t, you will get through it. Big hugs xxxxx
What you have said has really pulled at my heart strings and I completely get it. I have three cats and the thought of my oldest passing away just breaks my heart. You talk to us all you want about Ukie. She sounded like a blessing who brought a lot of joy to your life and your grief is absolutely natural. I'm so sorry.
Would you consider adopting a dog from a local animal rescue centre? It's one option to think about.
Hope you are feeling a bit better this morning.
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I thank you once again from the bottom of my heart for your reply, to take the time to send a message to me was so kind X
I completely agree that breeders need to be more careful to avoid sad stories like yours. I hope you have photos of Ukie to look at, and I'm glad you have memories and she reminded you of your lovely mum. Time heals and I'm here if you ever want to chat.
Be kind to yourself
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Have you looked at the pre loved website there are often dogs on there that have had previous owners and are not as expansive
We are always here if you want to chat
Yes UKIE was definitely a little diva, she brought so much joy to my life, she certainly brightened my days , she loved to stalk the letter box of a morning waiting for the post man , that was definitely her thing , we never got post that wasn't shredded !! She loved her cup of tea in a morning and her chicken and egg for breakfast , also her warm milk and honey for bedtime 💕
No doubt you have already realised that she was spoilt rotten, I treated her more like a child than a furbabie , she would NEVER walk up the stairs , oh no that little lady had to be carried , it certainly wasn't her thing to over exert herself! When she was snuggled in her bed on the sofa she would only settle once she had her rabbit hot water bottle 😍
She slept on my bed at night time always wanting to sleep with her nose touching mine or snuggled into my neck , she did have her own pillow in the middle of the bed , infact her pillow was the best in the house , duck & goose down !! Her pillow case was a Ted Baker bambi pillow case 🤗
Christmas last year my husband dressed up as Santa claus (we call him Santa paws) he absolutely looked the part , came down the stairs jingle bells ringing, disguised voice saying HO HO HO MERRY CHRISTMAS UKIE & CHECHE ...he only made it into the passage when both girls attacked poor Santa paws, it really was halirious to say the least , oh how I loved & still love that little girl, but it was also lovely to share these things with you all ♥️
Laying on mummy's pillow ready for bedtime 💕
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As a family we have lost two dogs in the past few months, I know we're still grieving and I miss them both dearly every day.
Hold onto the good memories and don't be afraid to get upset, the smallest things can bring back memories. I hope you'll look back on them fondly and that it won't always be as painful.
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I hope today is a little easier, just take things at your own pace and we're here if you need support.
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