Just let go of Juneau, 14 years old, adopted him 12 years ago. A true fetch fiend, and a great guard dog, he was ever vigilant even to his last days. My head knows it was his time, but my heart is fucking ragged right now. RIP Junebug 💖

Edit to add: thank you all for your support. I am pretty deeply introverted and don’t have many people to lean on. Being able to share this part of his journey has been very helpful with this heavy heart of mine. Thank you all and take care, and for those of you with pets of your own, dote upon them a little extra for me 💖

  • nieminen@lemmy.worldEnglish
    37·
    8 days ago

    Juneau is a beautiful boy. I’m so sorry for your loss.

    Mine is crossing over tomorrow, I’ll tell him to look for Juneau. Maybe they can be friends?

    This is one of the hardest things I’ve had to go through. I’m sure it’s the same for you. Just know you’re not alone. As hard as the decision is, I’m sure it’s in his best interest. You gave him a long happy life. That’s what matters most.

    • WeirdyTrip@lemmy.blahaj.zoneOPEnglish
      18·
      8 days ago

      Thank you 🙏

      Your boy is also gorgeous, they’ll make a striking duo ❤️ I will have you in my thoughts tomorrow, sending you strength and support.

      I’ve had and lost a few other dogs, but it hurts just as bad each time. I do know it was his time, but it’s so tough when they still have that youthful glint in their eyes. Just grateful that my clinic does at home visits, so he got to go at home with his other animal companions, favorite people, as cozy as possible.

      • nieminen@lemmy.worldEnglish
        9·
        8 days ago

        That’s so nice! Got to be home and comfortable. I love that for him.

        We’re going into the clinic tomorrow. I didn’t ask if they do home visits for this, because mine would be stressed out having someone else be in the house. He likes it when it’s just family.

        I hope you and your other companions have long healthy lives together.

        We don’t deserve dogs.

        Be sure to take some time for yourself. It’s important to grieve.

        • WeirdyTrip@lemmy.blahaj.zoneOPEnglish
          9·
          8 days ago

          Totally get it, Juneau was okay-ish about clinic visits, but always anxious to get back home. Also helps that he assumed all humans were friends who wanted to pet him, so to him, the more the merrier ❤️

          Give your boy some extra snuggles for me tonight, and maybe some extras of his favorite treats, too.

          Thank you for your kind words, and I hope you also take care in the coming days 🙏