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Could use some advice. (self.dogs)

submitted 1 month ago by Raab to c/dogs

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We had to put down our beloved baby girl of 10 years this morning after abruptly finding out about an abdominal tumor that burst open and caused internal bleeding past the point of saving.

Could really use some advice on the grieving process, all I can do is stare at her stuff and feel nothing but despair.

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[–] tingly 12 points 1 month ago

My heart goes out to you.

I’ve had numerous pets and been a care taker for animals most of my life. I’ve lost many over the years. It takes a major toll on the mind and body every time.

This quote is the most true thing I know about grief. I think it’s from a tv show but I originally got it in a card from a relative when my dad died.

“Grief is like a suitcase sitting at the bottom of your bed. Every day, you must carry it with you, without fail. Some days, it feels like it’s filled with rocks. Some days, it feels like it’s light as a feather. That’s how you get through this: when there are more days of feathers than rocks.”

Grieving is not linear. I lost my cat in February to cancer. I saw a picture the other day that made me think of her and I had a cry.

Keep her stuff until you are ready to donate it so her things can live on in another happy doggo.

Try to take care of yourself. At least remember to drink water.