Yesterday my 13 year old golden retriever died...I was hoping I would get to see him turn 14 in april this year. I'm only 17 and hes been with me my whole life. He moved with me and was always there when I was alone in a new place or still trying to make friends in a new school. There were times in my life when he was my only friend. Its only been half a day since he passed and I already miss him so much. It hurt so bad to see the way he died and knowing I couldn't do anything to help him. I had planned on spending as much time as possible with him the next few days because I knew he wasn't doing well and now I can't do that. I try to think of the good times we had, but they just remind me that he's never going to put his head on my lap when I open a bag of potato chips or follow me around the house next time I'm eating bacon...it makes me so sad to think that he's never going to be here again. Thanks for listening...

I'm so sorry for the loss of your dog. You are so young, and I know how awful it hurts. I know that this site is one place to come, just to write about your feelings. You will find comfort here from many people. We are unfortunately joined for the same sad reason, we have lost a dear friend and pet. Someone who loved us unconditionally. I hope you have family and friends to talk to about your grief.But, somtimes, it helps to come here too. Expressing how you feel in writing helps a lot too.
You will find many people here who share your grief also.
Again, I am so sorry for your loss.

I'm so sorry. I know your heart must be breaking. There's nothing like this kind of grief, and a lot of people just don't understand, so I'm glad you found this site.

What is your retriever's name? If you can, let yourself take comfort in knowing that he is now in a realm where he'll never experience any kind of pain. His spirit is experiencing only bliss, and he's not aware of the pain of separation from you.

Another thing: One of the universal symptoms of grief is guilt. So if you feel guilty about anything you did or didn't do for your baby, please know that this is normal. We're all "only human" and we can't be perfect. All that matters is our love. Your precious retriever knows this, and you and he will be reunited eventually. In the meantime, you don't have to worry about him.

Please let us know how you are doing.

My sincere sympathies,
Love,
Kathy

Your hairy four-footed friend gave you so much of his love and friendship throughout your life. He's infused you with his love and with the strength to carry on.

Remember him well, remember the happy times. Smile when you think of him. He's always in your heart and will never be far from you in spirit and in memory.

Peace.

Ahhh.....I am sorry to hear about the lost of your dog....you grew up together. He did know you loved him and did everything you could to give him a good life.

I understand...I lost my buddy of 18 yrs. He saw me through a lot too and was always there...it leaves a whole in your heart.

Take care and let us know how you are doing.

I am sorry for your loss. I understand because I also grew up with a dog and was so lost when he died. Just remember that you WILL see him again and that he is happy and would want you to be too. Life is made up of different seasons and times. This is now the beginning of a season in your life that is without your dog. It will also have great times in it, but just different than before.
My sympathies.

I am so sorry for your loss. You are so young to suffer such a tragedy. I am sure most of your memories in you life are around your dog. I have found that writing my feelings down in a letter to Dugan has helped alot. I always want to have something to remember all the things he did to make me smile for time has a way of fading those memories.

You are my prayers.

Krissyo