My best friend died today. I don't know what to do. I miss him so much, He's been there for me for 14 years. I couldn't let him go on in pain, but I want him back. I can't stop crying. I never had a dog like him and I don't think I ever will again. This is so hard,

I'm so sorry for you loss, I can empathize with your pain. All I can say is that it will be intense for a while, at first, but in time, you will begin to feel a little better. There is no fast and easy way to get through this, it is a slow process, and time moves even slower when you are in pain.
I'm glad that you found this forum for support. It is sometimes difficult to share your story, or to read other people's stories, but it is very helpful, and full of compassionate and supportive souls who really care. I have been told by someone very special on here, "This is a give and take place." It's true, so lean on us now, and maybe someday when you feel better, you'll be able to reach out and help others who are experiencing the pain you feel.
For now though, this time is all about you and your recent loss. Grieve and cry as much as you need to to get through your pain. It is a horrible feeling, I know, but trust that time does help to heal. Your "best friend" is in a far better place than we could ever hope Earth to be, but I know that is not comforting now that you are without your baby. In time, you will find peace in this.
I'm sending you loving thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Love,
Michelle
Let us know how you are doing when you feel up to it.

DEAR PAT, I AM AWFULLY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. YOU AND I ARE IN THE SAME BOAT. MICHELE PUT IT VERY WELL.
I REALLY CAN'T TELL YOU ANY RECOVERY STORIES BECAUSE ALTHOUGH IT'S BEEN SIX WEEKS SINCE MY 12 1/2 YR OLD BEAGLE DIED, I AM FAR FROM BETTER. I DON'T MEAN TO DEPRESS OR DISCOURAGE YOU IN ANY WAY JUST TO LET YOU KNOW THERE IS SOMEONE OUT HERE WHO IS GOING THROUGH THE SAME THING AT THE SAME TIME. HAS'NT BEEN A TEARLESS DAY SINCE JUNE 29TH.

I am so sorry for your loss ~ it is the hardest thing to do coming back to a life without our sweet animal companions physically there when they have been a lifeline to our souls ~ I am learning to find ways to cope and understand what is happening to my world ~ the journey is intensely personal and painful ~

It has been nearly 5 months for me since Amber has gone away ~ I read this forum daily ~ my heart breaks for everyone ~ I hate this part of having pets so much ~ my posting helps me to see myself clearer ~ but it does not make it easier ~ some days all I see are shadows ~ I wake up and think oh yeah I am not living the same life anymore ~ each death is that way ~ I am thankful for life ~ yet have never understood why its end must be so painful and sad ~ I often ask .. if this is so "normal" a part of living ~ to die ~ then what makes us so sad?

Most days I can see the glittering curtain and feel the light of the spirits of those who have gone on ~ this day is one of the overwhelming days ~ that meet me in shadowed grief and heavy heart ~ It is so sad to face these things yet I can absolutely relate and empathize with you and this over whelming feeling of being a stranger in my own house ~ nothing prepares me ever for this loss ~

There are days when I can find a warm rainbow wind ~ they do come periodically ~ and I feel the peaceful gaze of Ambie and gentle paw upon my cheek ~ and then there are days like this one where the shadows loom and I have only the candles burning to give light to my spirit and honor to the memory of the souls who have gone ~

May we all find some comfort in knowing we are not alone in our journey ~ that we can reach out for LOVE and remember ......and breathe in life for another day ~ Once again may I say I am so sorry for your loss ~

Sincerely A Friend in this Journey of Grief ~ Kathryn

It helps so much that you understand, I wanted to take him to his favorite places before this, but he got so bad so fast that I couldn't. He was still trying to follow me around but he kept falling. I had to carry him to the car and it hurt him to be carried. There were so many things wrong that his quality of life had suffered. I can think of all the reasons I did it, but I miss him so much.

Pat you are a dear soul ((((((HUGS))))) My heart goes out to you with compassion and a HUGE Pink and Gold Cloud of warmth and love ~ this angst we feel is so deep within the soul ~ there are no easy paths out ... only our mutual support of one another during these turbulent times of our spirits ~ Sincere Thoughts, Kathryn

I woke up today and thought he was still here. Then I remembered and now I just feel so sad.