Mom's Dog, Pandy
This is my Mom's baby and I don't know what will happen when she's gone. Mom asked that if she found herself at the vet one day soon, did I want her to call me to come say goodbye. I said "yes". Pandy is the dog that I located for Mom and I in 1993. Mom had put our 11 yr old perfect OES, Muffin, down due to poor quality of life. Your dogs have all been treated like another child by my Mom and she did everything for her. When Muffie couldn't stand up anymore and would pee as she laid, Mom knew it was her time to go. Unfortunately, I was visiting a college friend that week and didn't get to say goodbye. My Mom has felt guilty about that for all these years. Pandy and I were very much like sisters vying for Mom's attention and she was often a pain in the butt. She will always have a special place in my heart and it's very sad. Mom says that this will be her last dog, but I think she will be so lonely. My Dad left almost 20 yrs ago and she has never rebuilt her self esteem. I'm the only child which is quite burdensome. I love her dearly, but I'm worried. Anyway, thank you for letting me share this with you. |
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| Stacy, I'm sorry...this is never easy to go through...My dad also says that their dog Maggie is going to be their last...although I can't see that happening! (I actually think he said that after our previous dog passed away).
I think that was good of you to have your mom to call you when the time comes--it sounds like it will be as much for her benefit as for yours. Your mom will be okay--she might not get another dog, but once she is alone without one, she might reconsider. Either way would be fine. Maybe you can find her a new dog when the time is right... |
I'm so sorry. Wish it didn't have to be so darn painful to love them so much! |
So sorry to hear this, Stacy. It's so hard to know what to say or do to help. When my parents lost their little 10-year-old Shih Tzu, they mourned her as they would have a child. We all felt the loss. In the end, all I could really do to comfort them was help them cry. 
They both agreed there would be no more after Tara. Then, three years later, my dad surprised all of us by getting Mom a puppy for Mother's Day. She now says she wishes she hadn't waited so long.  |
| I'm so sorry to hear this, Stacy. It's hard enough losing one of our "kids" but when there's so much more to the story in the background, it makes it doubly hard. My guess is that this won't be your mom's last dog. We said that after both our sheepies died, and both times within 2 months, there was another sheepie padding around the house.
Just take comfort in the fact that this is the most unselfish thing we do as owners, to let them go when they need to. You're in my thoughts at this difficult time. Chris |
| Stacy, my heart goes out to you and your mom. |
| Stacy - So sorry to hear about that! Losing a pet is never easy. Best of luck to you and your mom. |
Oh stacy I am so sorry to hear about your mums baby. My mum is on her own too and when she lost her baby she said never again. After 12 months without a dog for company and fussing over she finally wanted compionship in her life again, we just got her a little mixed breed and that was 7 years ago. She says still if anything happens to him this will be her last!! We shall see 
Thinking of you and your mum at this difficult time ((((Hugs)))) |
| stacy sorry to hear this i know how hard this is for both you and your mum sending hugs your way |
| Stacy,
I am very sorry to hear about Pandy. I am sure with time your Mom will decide she would like another companion. My MIL just got a dog. She said she was thinking about getting one as a companion when she retired. She is not retired, but her dog is. My SIL gave her a retired show dog. My MIL is thrilled to have a little buddy. The pain of losing of dog is so hard. But the joy of getting a new one is a wonderful feeling. Of course no dog will be Pandy and that's a good thing. Hugs to you and your Mom Elissa |
| I'm sorry for your heartache and worry. Mom will be fine with or without a new dog, she has you. Perhaps you could get your mom involved in some sort of charitable activity. I think if we're busy helping others it helps takes our mind off of our own problems and gives you a feeling of self worth at the same time. That could help build her self esteem and help put you at ease. Love hurts, but its worth the pain that comes with it. |
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