On January the 6th 2012, my beloved, faithful family dog Otis escaped out of the front door and was hit by a car coming down the street. I heard my sister scream that he had been hit by a car, I ran out and the most awful sight met my eyes. He was just laying there in a pool of his own blood, not moving. I automatically thought that he had died instantly and started screaming. It turned out he wasn't dead yet so we rushed him to the vet where they did everything that they could but were unsuccessful, he had hit his head and would not wake up so the vet told us he would have to be put down. I cried, i Screamed and i prayed and begged but nothing worked my baby was dead. It feels like i've lost a piece of me. I keep half expecting him to come trotting in the living room his little tail wagging. I feel numb with disbelief, anger, sadness and i really can't accept he's gone. RIP Otis forever in my heart 6/1/12 the day my heart broke

I am so sorry to hear about your poor Otis. Know that we are thinking of you during this difficult time. Let yourself feel what you need to feel as long as it takes. Blessings - Jennifer

I too have a very recent loss and can only imagine how sad your family is feeling. I do believe that your beloved Otis was aware of you being by his side and was comforted by your presence. If he was not awake, he was no longer in pain and you did the very best you could for him. Remember, you were always there for Otis, giving him all your love and the greatest life a dog could want. Your bond will not be broken for he is still all around you. Take your time please and dont rush, your grief cannot be be measured by someone else's time frame. Something that is helping me...maybe you too. Read this site and the support articles, there is a true connection between us all, not one we would choose, but are grateful for. And by reading your kind words you have written, you are already letting Otis show you how to continue to push through the haze, just a moment or a word at a time. We are here for you, please come here often and share, for you are now in our thoughts and prayers every step of the way.
Cheri

I am so sorry to hear of Otis's passing. Please just try to things as easy as possible. Be very gentle with yourself and take as much time as you need to talk about it and share your sorrow with as many people as you feel up to. Otis is in a peaceful place now and remains a part of you. Whilst I haven't experienced a trauma like you have, I can relate to your suffering and grief. Surround yourself with your loved ones and don't for one second feel like he's gone away forever or that you have let him down. Neither are true. He is all around you, and within you, and he loves you and your family with all his heart.

Hi, Otis Baby, please permit me to add my sincerest sympathies in the physical loss of your beloved Otis. Losing a beloved companion is never easy regardless of the circumstances or how long we are blessed with the privilege of their company. Losing your companion so tragically intensifies the deep sorrow in your heart.

Otis Baby, there are no adequate words in any language that can soothe the seering pain of loss in your heart. I can so imagine the total disbelief you are feeling - - how seconds can change the circumstances of your and your beloved Otis' life and so tragically. Due to different circumstances many years ago I know the feeling of wanting to turn back the clock to that split second moment to stop the tragic event from ever happening.

One of the many things I hope you will be able to remember is that you always did the very best you could for your beloved Otis during his earthly journey at all times and in all circumstances. He knows you always tried to give him a happy and healthy life, and he is forever grateful to you for your enduring and eternal love. The love bond you and your beloved Otis share is eternal - - it is not dependent upon the physical laws of time and space. Your beloved Otis continues to share your earthly journey just as he always has and always will. His sweet Living Spirit is forever a part of you - - he is forever a heartbeat close to you.

Another thing you need to remember is that you are never alone in your grief journey. Each of us here do understand what you are going through, and we are here for you for as long and as often as you need us.

Thank you, Otis Baby, for sharing your beloved Otis with us. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers, and that I look forward to knowing how you're doing.

Peace and blessings,
moon_beam

Thank you to everyone that posted their condolences on here you really made me feel better knowing other people have gone through this as well. God bless xx

Hi

I just wanted to add my sympathies for your loss. On the 2nd of January this year I had to put my baby Chewy down. He was 3 and a half and was attack by a dog....three weeks after moving house. I can totally understand how you are feeling after the tragic way you lost your Otis and I am still struggling now as I am sure you are so my advice won't be great but one thing I can say is he loved you and you showed him more love than anyone else would.

I am very sorry for your loss.

xxForeverxx

Thank you and i am sorry for your loss too xx

Please allow me to add my sympathies on the loss of your beloved Otis. What you went through was very very traumatic. I am so sorry that your Otis died in such a horrible way. It is always sad when our beloved furry friends die, but it makes it especially sad when they die such a tragic death. It leaves us feeling so helpless and asking "what if" and leaves us with a sense of unreality. I hope that it gives you a measure of comfort knowing that your beloved Otis is made whole again in the company of the angels as moon_beam would say.

Hugs,
DannysMom