My 10 month old Beagle puppy, Skyler, was killed today. I can't believe she's gone. It's so unfair that such a young life can be taken so soon. I answered the door and didn't see that she had jumped the baby gate we have up to keep the dogs from escaping through the front door. Sure enough she bolted with my other Beagle, Conner. I went back in, threw my shoes on, and went looking for them. They usually stick together and stay close to home when they get out. About 15 minutes later Conner comes running up to me so I pick him up and carry him home. As I go to look for Skyler my little sister comes in bawling saying that Skyler is dead. I ran outside and there was a Humane Society officer standing there. I just broke down. He explained to me through my tears that she had been hit by a car and died instantly. Sarah, my sister, had identified the dog in the back of his truck as Skyler. We called my dad and he rushed home and took care of the legalities. We were able to keep the body and we brought it to be cremated. Skyler truly was my baby girl. I'll tell you all a little about her:

Skyler was the sweetest Beagle you can imagine. She had big dark eyes with thick mascara around them that always told you exactly what she was feeling. Her soft ears hung around her face and felt like velvet when I rubbed them as she slept. She was always happy, confident, and ready to take on the next adventure life could throw at her. At night, she'd crawl under my blankets and curl up next to me, always moaning before she fell asleep. Sometimes when I woke up in the middle of the night I'd pull the blankets over my head and smell her "groggy doggie" smell before falling back to sleep. She was always there ready to give a kiss, shaking her butt and tail like she couldn't be happier. I'll miss her forever and will never forget her. Thanks for listening to a heartbroken dog-mom.

I was so very very sorry to hear about Skyler. I can understand why you must be completely heartbroken, that she was so unfairly taken from you, and at such a young age. At least it was quick, so I'm sure there was no time for her to feel pain.
It's an extremely hard time for you at the moment, but here you have found people who are willing to listen & empathise with what you're going through. I found this site at the weekend after the loss of my cat, & it really has been a tower of strength to me. There are people here who are going through exactly the same thing, & can understand your pain.
I really am so very sorry. Little Skyler sound like she was a wonderful, beautiful, very special little pup.
My thoughts are with you.
Elsie (wittley)

I am SO sorry to read about your tragic loss of sweet Skyler. I can only try to imagine the pain you must feel. It sounds like she was just a free spirit that wanted to run. I lost a beautiful yellow labrador many years ago to the same tragedy. Like your furbaby, he wasn't even a year old yet. It just rips you apart because you aren't prepared for their lives to end so soon. However, you mustn't feel guilty! It was simply an accident and you did your best to try and find her when she got out.

Unfortunately, only time will heal your pain. I had a few days to prepare for my Rachael's passing, but I can tell you that it didn't make it any easier for me. I felt like a part of me was buried right along with her. I was SO upset at first that my husband said he thought he was going to have to bury me right along with her. Life just didn't seem worth living anymore without my special baby. Over time, though, I realized that life had to go on, even though it was without my Rachael. I just hold on to the thought that she is still with me in spirit. She will ALWAYS be with me in my heart!

I can just picture her crawling up in bed at night. My Rachael used to moan before she fell sleep too. What a wonderful sound that was! I knew she was very happy and content, just like Skyler was.

Please continue to cry and talk about precious Skyler as often as you need to. I find it a comfort that she passed quickly and didn't suffer for long. There are others here that can tell you about that! Suffering and hanging on in pain is just terrible for everyone. She was a very loved little girl, and you were blessed to have had the short time that you did with her. She s now free to run and play without worrying about any cars hurting now!

Hugs!
Cheri

It's so devastating when there is a sudden death. It just knocks the wind out of you, like being punched in the stomach. I know because I just lost my baby girl Duchess on Feb 4th @ 6:30 p.m. she was not herself on Monday so we took her to her vet and by Friday she died .This baby was never sick and never missed a vet's appointment. In the almost 5 years that we had her. She would have been 5yrs old on Feb 23rd.

Although it's only been a few days I've learned that the best thing you can do is to let the process happen. Let yourself cry and do whatever you feel you need to do . I have spoken to her out loud and even though I know she is not with me it makes me feel closer to her. I've walked outside to her favorite spots and have spoken to her in my mind. My eyes are swollen with tears and my heart is broken but today I will try to get through it the best way I can.

When the time is right there will be another baby that will somehow -- someway -- find its way to you and you will know that your baby sent it to you to ease your pain. At least that is what I feel that my baby girl will do for me.
Do what you need to do its okay to cry cry cry.
Hugs & kisses
Duchess's mommy

I lost my Moose in the same kind of tragic way, I got distracted for a few minutes and he took off, the next thing I hear is his screams as a car hit him and broke his back, we hoped and prayed that night that he would be a canidate for surgery and he wasnt, he had to be put to sleep at 10:30 Oct. 15. It was almost 10 yrs and then suddenly he was gone, it broke my heart beyond belief, the suddeness of it was well described as a blow to the stomach. You just have to work through the grief, it is hard and having the kind support you will find here helps alot. I know when I found this site, I was suddenly not alone with what I was feeling. Pamela

I am so sorry to hear about Skyler. I know how you feel - I just lost my dog on Saturday, but she had cancer. I am so sad that Skyler was taken from you at such a young age. It is devistating to have it happen so suddenly. At least it was quick and she did not have lingering pain.

Please know that my heart goes out to you during this time. It has only been three days since I lost my Sasha and I am still crying. Be thankful for even the short time you had with her.

Nancy

I am so very sorry that you have lost your precious Skyler. You are right she is the most beautiful little girl imaginable, your picture makes me realise what a darling little poppet she is and how heartbreaking it must me for you to lose her in this tragic way.

You are among friends here who will understand what you are going through ... it is always so very sad to lose a beloved furbaby, but somehow losing them when they are so little and barely grown adds an extra stab to your heart, because in a way we also grieve for the lost years that we will never have with them, and should have done if things had been different.

My little Ellie was struck by a car in December, she was just 15 months old.

I come to the forum and feel I am among friends who understand what I am going through, and I feel I can talk about Ellie to sympathetic ears. I hope you are able to gain some comfort from our forum too.

You have my thoughts and prayers tonight.
Bless Skyler on her journey to Rainbows Bridge

With love
jilly

What a tragic story...I'm so sorry for your loss of sweet little Skyler. She was such a cutie.

I know how feel about losing one so young...Shiloh was only 5 when she lost her battle with lymphoma.

You're in my thoughts,
Kathleen

I am terribly sorry to hear about the tragic accident of your precious little young Skyler....

What a beautiful picture, and I can see how expressive her "heavy mascara" eyes were....
Just a baby....

But, sometimes at Rainbow's Bridge, God needs a very, very special beautiful baby --- and, as hard
as it is to believe.......
Your little Skyler was called home.....

Yes, you will miss her very much, and you will never forget her...

Always remember, that her beautiful Soul is Free.......... She is still with you, although you
cannot see her, her soul will always be with you....

Please, keep coming here to Lightning-Strike, and sharing your feelings....... There are soooooooo many
people who understand where you are....
I understand, as well.....

We all care about you very, very much!!!!!
And, we will always be here for you, my new friend.........

And, the tears you are crying......they are healing tears....

God Bless You and Yours......

I have no doubt that your precious Skyler was loved so very, very much...

Love, Denise xo

I'm so sorry about your loss. What a little sweetie she was!

It is so hard to lose them suddenly. I've lost two dogs, one after a long illness, and the other suddenly. The sudden death took me much longer to accept.

I'm glad that you found us here. Come and post often.

I am so sorry for the loss of your darling Skyler she was so beautiful. I know that the pain is terrible and you will miss her for a long time and no you will never forget her. Skyler's love will always stay with you your whole life through. Come and talk to us often as we all know how heartbreaking it is to lose a baby. I am so glad that you found Conner and that no harm came to him. Often times 2 dogs running together get hit by the same car.
Hugs, Ann