My best friend in all the world passed away today after a short illness.
My 14 year old German Shepherd first cross Tara.
I cant begin to speak of the pain i feel but know that others have been through the same.
I thought id come on here and read all your charming little pet stories etc and try to cheer myself up a bit.
I still have my two cats sassy and Suki, but my god i miss my dog.
Ive read the poem on here which obviously made me cry but also gave me some consolation
so thanks for that. I remember another poem i heard years ago on the same subject does anyone else know any more.

Sending you lots of love.

Mara

So sorry to hear about Tara lots of us here have been through the same thing, the hurt is terrible :sad:
I really relate to this peice of writing...

Fragile Circle

"We who choose to surround ourselves with lives even more temporary than our own, live within a fragile circle, easily and often breached.
Unable to accept its awful gaps, we still would live no other way.
We cherish memory as the only certain immortality,
never fully understanding the necessary plan."

Irving Townsend.

Just found this one too it rang true to me.

She Is Gone

You can shed tears that she is gone
or you can smile because she lived.
You can close your eyes and pray that she'll come back
or you can open your eyes and see all she's left.
Your heart can be empty because you can't see her
or you can be full of the love you shared.
You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday
or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday.
You can remember her and only that she's gone
or you can cherish her memory and let it live on.
You can cry and lose your mind,
be empty and turn your back
or you can do what she'd want:
smile, open your eyes, love and go on.

R.I.P Run free in rainbow bridge xx

I'm sorry for your loss. It's so hard losing any pet, but I found the loss of my dog the hardest to bear. He was 14 1/2 when he died and had been with me many of my teenage years and in to my twenties.
He died 5 years ago and sometimes when something jogs my memory it still makes me sad.
xx

I STOOD BESIDE YOUR BED LAST NIGHT

I stood by your bed last night, I came to have a peep.
I could see that you were crying, You found it hard to sleep.

I whined to you softly as you brushed away a tear,
"It's me, I haven't left you, I'm well, I'm fine, I'm here."

I was close to you at breakfast, I watched you pour the tea,
You were thinking of the many times, your hands reached down to me.

I was with you at the shops today, Your arms were getting sore.
I longed to take your parcels, I wish I could do more.

I was with you at my grave today, You tend it with such care.
I want to reassure you, that I'm not lying there.

I walked with you towards the house, as you fumbled for your key.
I gently put my paw on you, I smiled and said "It's me."

You looked so very tired, and sank into a chair.
I tried so hard to let you know, that I was standing there.

It's possible for me, to be so near you everyday.
To say to you with certainty, "I never went away."

You sat there very quietly, then smiled, I think you knew ...
in the stillness of that evening, I was very close to you.

The day is over... I smile and watch you yawning
and say "Goodnight, God bless, I'll see you in the morning."

And when the time is right for you to cross the brief divide,
I'll rush across to greet you and we'll stand, side by side.

I have so many things to show you, there is so much for you to see.
Be patient, live your journey out ... then come home to be with me.

Author Unknown

So sorry to hear about this Tara.

All the best love, it's the worst feeling in the world when you lose someone close to you, and that goes for your furry family too! x:(

I STOOD BESIDE YOUR BED LAST NIGHT

I stood by your bed last night, I came to have a peep.
I could see that you were crying, You found it hard to sleep.

I whined to you softly as you brushed away a tear,
"It's me, I haven't left you, I'm well, I'm fine, I'm here."

I was close to you at breakfast, I watched you pour the tea,
You were thinking of the many times, your hands reached down to me.

I was with you at the shops today, Your arms were getting sore.
I longed to take your parcels, I wish I could do more.

I was with you at my grave today, You tend it with such care.
I want to reassure you, that I'm not lying there.

I walked with you towards the house, as you fumbled for your key.
I gently put my paw on you, I smiled and said "It's me."

You looked so very tired, and sank into a chair.
I tried so hard to let you know, that I was standing there.

It's possible for me, to be so near you everyday.
To say to you with certainty, "I never went away."

You sat there very quietly, then smiled, I think you knew ...
in the stillness of that evening, I was very close to you.

The day is over... I smile and watch you yawning
and say "Goodnight, God bless, I'll see you in the morning."

And when the time is right for you to cross the brief divide,
I'll rush across to greet you and we'll stand, side by side.

I have so many things to show you, there is so much for you to see.
Be patient, live your journey out ... then come home to be with me.

Author Unknown


what a lovely poem. I'm so sorry for your loss.. i too lost my little dog aged 12 unexpectedly at Easter, and the gap they leave is massive. When I read this poem i shed a tear ... it is so sad and yet comforting at the same time... if that makes sense! Sending you love and hoping you soon can remember your furry friend without being upset... they truly are your best friend in all the world!

I STOOD BESIDE YOUR BED LAST NIGHT

I stood by your bed last night, I came to have a peep.
I could see that you were crying, You found it hard to sleep.

I whined to you softly as you brushed away a tear,
"It's me, I haven't left you, I'm well, I'm fine, I'm here."

I was close to you at breakfast, I watched you pour the tea,
You were thinking of the many times, your hands reached down to me.

I was with you at the shops today, Your arms were getting sore.
I longed to take your parcels, I wish I could do more.

I was with you at my grave today, You tend it with such care.
I want to reassure you, that I'm not lying there.

I walked with you towards the house, as you fumbled for your key.
I gently put my paw on you, I smiled and said "It's me."

You looked so very tired, and sank into a chair.
I tried so hard to let you know, that I was standing there.

It's possible for me, to be so near you everyday.
To say to you with certainty, "I never went away."

You sat there very quietly, then smiled, I think you knew ...
in the stillness of that evening, I was very close to you.

The day is over... I smile and watch you yawning
and say "Goodnight, God bless, I'll see you in the morning."

And when the time is right for you to cross the brief divide,
I'll rush across to greet you and we'll stand, side by side.

I have so many things to show you, there is so much for you to see.
Be patient, live your journey out ... then come home to be with me.

Author Unknown


that is the nicest poem I have ever read, tears are streaming down my face. It made me go and give me dogs an extra cuddle :)

Tara if you believe in the above poem from LSpacehopper im sure it will warm your heart :)

So sorry for your loss, all these poems will make you cry,
but at the same time time give you so much comfort
words are never enough, just hope you feel better soon xxx

Sleep tight Tara, you've brought oodles of love and you'll always be thought of with love xK

Thank you all for your kind words and thoughts.
I just dont know what to do with myself so ive been looking at loads of animal things on various sites, as this is my main interest.
Having also watched some of the awful vids of the poor animals in shelters it has made me realise how happy Tara must have been compared to these.
I got Tara from the RSPCA on spring street 14yrs ago when she was around 8-9 weeks old.

Sometime in the future when i hope the pain has eased a little, i may consider adopting again, but nothing can replace my beautiful tara, she stays in my heart and the fond memories we shared will live with me forever.
I just hope that someday i will be able to help one of the poor souls in the shelters to live a much better life than in their past and hope they would like me for a companion. I also detest the cruel breeders and families that have put their dogs in this situation in the first place.

I would like to give a special thanks to Richard from Paws and Go for his kindness and the much needed transportation. Top Man

Tara, from the way you write, I am convinced you will love again and make another unloved dog very happy. In the meantime, remember all the wonderful happy times you had with your girl and remember she is no longer in pain and gave you unconditional love throughout your time together. Lots of love and hugs from me n Ailsa the daft dobermutt xxK

:love:our thoughts are with you at this horrible time. be strong and think of all the happy years you've shared. xxxx

*HUGS* its always hard loosing somethin/someone so close to you

hope you feel better soon :) xxxx