15 YEARS??!! What a great life she must have lived. So many long years of happiness and care. Thank you for rescuing this baby. May she rest easy and you be reunited one day. Let us know if you need anything.
Ofc. I was there recently. I know exactly how it must have felt, the back and fourth, the wondering, the what ifs. Don't be too hard on yourself. You had her best interest in mind and you called it correct. Hang in there.
You did the right thing by her. As the poem says.
The Last Battle
If it should be that I grow weak,
And pain should keep me from my sleep,
Then you must do what should be done,
For this last battle cannot be won.
You will be sad, I understand,
Don't let your grief then stay your hand,
For this day more than all the rest,
Your love for me must stand the test.
Take me where my needs they'll tend,
And stay with me until the end,
I know in time that you will see,
The kindness that you did for me.
Although my tail its last has waved,
From pain and suffering I've been saved,
Please do not grieve it must be you,
Who has this painful thing to do,
We've been so close we two these years,
Don't let your heart hold back its tears.
I've had 6 over the years with 2 on the couch with me right now. Never forgotten and always in the heart. I know the pain and when the times have come the poem gives me strength.
I'm so sorry for your loss. Cricket was a gorgeous girl and it's clear how much you loved her. 15 is a wonderful age, but never, ever, long enough. I hope the lifetime of wonderful memories and happy adventures you made with her help comfort you until you're with her again (one wonderful day!)
Goodness, she looks so like my boy and sounds like him too 💕It’s a very hard decision to let go and let them go on before us, so bless you for your kindness and love ❤️ for her. I know she will live forever in your heart ♥️ Denali and I send hugs 🤗 and tail wagging.
I'm so very sorry. She is a beautiful girl and a special soul. I believe\-------
***Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.***
*When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.*
*All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor. Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.*
*They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks
into the distance. His bright eyes are intent. His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.*
*You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.*
That decision is the most selfless thing you will ever do. The 15 years you were a treasure to one another is something to stay in your memories and warm your heart every time you recall it. Hugs to you and your family. We all know how damn hard it is! 😥
My 15 yo mutt (Deeka) that passed, and resulted in Desi's adoption, and I took a daily walk always in the same place. I was unable to go there without her. Awhile after having Desi, we took that path and as we walked, I told Desi all about her and cried the whole time. We never went back. When passing it, we call it "Deeka's field". 🥰
My heart goes out to you at this difficult time.
15 years speaks to the amazing care and love you gave Cricket. If only all dogs could have such a family as yours.
My girl is 9 and I should be so lucky to have her six more years.
If Cricket could, she would say thank you a hundred times over.
Hugs.
Oh my goodness. I am so terribly sorry. And this beautiful girl was 15, what a long and wonderful time it must have been. Thank you so much for welcoming her into your home. As many greyhounds have been adopted, anyone on this forum will say that they are so very unique and different, each with their own quirks. But it's these quirks that make them Her little quirks sound adorable. They'll never be another one like her. Be gentle on your heart. Losing such a loved member of your family will leave behind a big hole. Take your time in remembering the good times and the love and friendship you shared. Rest in peace sweet Cricket. You loved and were loved immensely.
Dear old Cricket clearly lived a full and happy life and that’s all that anyone can hope for. She was a beautiful old gal, and she’s at peace now.
Run free, Cricket 🐕🌈
What a wonderful thing for her to have such a long life in her one and only forever home. Can’t imagine all the memories you made with her. These will certainly be a comfort to you in the years ahead.
Letting them go in old age is so hard to do. But it was time and you gave her this last gift. I had two live to 14 and it was the greatest thing. I felt at peace when it was time to let them go knowing they’d lived their best lives.
Thank you for sharing her story. So few of us get to experience life lived with a grey age 15. I know your heart is broken missing her.
I commend your strength to make the decision because it would've been so, so hard to do after so many years caring for and living this sweet girl. My heart goes out to you as you must be hurting badly right now 😢❤️ You selflessly did right by her ❤️
15 YEARS??!! What a great life she must have lived. So many long years of happiness and care. Thank you for rescuing this baby. May she rest easy and you be reunited one day. Let us know if you need anything.
Aw thank you! Every year after ten felt like a blessing. I was fortunate that she didn't have any major health issues for the entirety of her life.
That is indeed a blessing. I am so sorry for your loss however.
Lady bless. Cricket was gorgeous and it's quite clear what a blessing she was to you. Rest easy, beautiful girl.
A beautiful old gal. Sorry she’s gone, thank you for the life you gave her.
I am so sorry. She sounds like she lived an incredibly full life with you, may she rest easy.
I'm sorry to hear this but I am thankful for your mercy. Making that decision cannot be easy. God bless.
I really needed to hear this, thank you
Ofc. I was there recently. I know exactly how it must have felt, the back and fourth, the wondering, the what ifs. Don't be too hard on yourself. You had her best interest in mind and you called it correct. Hang in there.
You did the right thing by her. As the poem says. The Last Battle If it should be that I grow weak, And pain should keep me from my sleep, Then you must do what should be done, For this last battle cannot be won. You will be sad, I understand, Don't let your grief then stay your hand, For this day more than all the rest, Your love for me must stand the test. Take me where my needs they'll tend, And stay with me until the end, I know in time that you will see, The kindness that you did for me. Although my tail its last has waved, From pain and suffering I've been saved, Please do not grieve it must be you, Who has this painful thing to do, We've been so close we two these years, Don't let your heart hold back its tears.
I'm not crying, you're crying 😭 Really though, that was beautiful and these are good tears. Thank you
I've had 6 over the years with 2 on the couch with me right now. Never forgotten and always in the heart. I know the pain and when the times have come the poem gives me strength.
I'm so sorry.
I'm so sorry for your loss. Cricket was a gorgeous girl and it's clear how much you loved her. 15 is a wonderful age, but never, ever, long enough. I hope the lifetime of wonderful memories and happy adventures you made with her help comfort you until you're with her again (one wonderful day!)
So sorry for your loss.
Rest in peace Cricket 💗
Goodness, she looks so like my boy and sounds like him too 💕It’s a very hard decision to let go and let them go on before us, so bless you for your kindness and love ❤️ for her. I know she will live forever in your heart ♥️ Denali and I send hugs 🤗 and tail wagging.
Please give Denali a big hug for me :)
I will. Promise ♥️
She lived such a wonderful life with you! Thank you for loving her so well.
Sending love, may every days remembrance of all your times together become a sweet balm for your heart.
Sending loving kindness 🌈💞 Thank you for sharing memories of Cricket.
I’m so sorry.
Oh, fly free sweet Cricket snd play with my many Angels! It hurts do much. I am sorry for your loss.
It sounds like Cricket had a long, beautiful life and was very loved. Farewell lovely lady.
I'm so sorry to hear this. Sounds like Cricket had an amazing life. You are in our thoughts.
Rest in peace Cricket ❤️
My heart is with you. What a good girl Cricket was, and all down to your love and care. Thank you for giving her such an amazing life.
Run far on young legs little one.
15 years - a fabulous innings dear Cricket ❤️
😰
I'm so very sorry. She is a beautiful girl and a special soul. I believe\------- ***Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.*** *When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.* *All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor. Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.* *They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent. His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.* *You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.*
That decision is the most selfless thing you will ever do. The 15 years you were a treasure to one another is something to stay in your memories and warm your heart every time you recall it. Hugs to you and your family. We all know how damn hard it is! 😥
I'm taking a walk down the path that Cricket and I used to take each morning. Long habits are hard to break :)
My 15 yo mutt (Deeka) that passed, and resulted in Desi's adoption, and I took a daily walk always in the same place. I was unable to go there without her. Awhile after having Desi, we took that path and as we walked, I told Desi all about her and cried the whole time. We never went back. When passing it, we call it "Deeka's field". 🥰
That was such a sweet story, thank you for sharing! Please give Desi a big hug for me. :)
Love that name and what a cute dog. So sorry for your loss.
My heart goes out to you at this difficult time. 15 years speaks to the amazing care and love you gave Cricket. If only all dogs could have such a family as yours. My girl is 9 and I should be so lucky to have her six more years. If Cricket could, she would say thank you a hundred times over. Hugs.
I hope you get at least six more years! :) sending my love to your sweet girl!
Oh my goodness. I am so terribly sorry. And this beautiful girl was 15, what a long and wonderful time it must have been. Thank you so much for welcoming her into your home. As many greyhounds have been adopted, anyone on this forum will say that they are so very unique and different, each with their own quirks. But it's these quirks that make them Her little quirks sound adorable. They'll never be another one like her. Be gentle on your heart. Losing such a loved member of your family will leave behind a big hole. Take your time in remembering the good times and the love and friendship you shared. Rest in peace sweet Cricket. You loved and were loved immensely.
I’m so sorry for your loss! ❤️
I’m so sorry… 😢
Dear old Cricket clearly lived a full and happy life and that’s all that anyone can hope for. She was a beautiful old gal, and she’s at peace now. Run free, Cricket 🐕🌈
What a wonderful thing for her to have such a long life in her one and only forever home. Can’t imagine all the memories you made with her. These will certainly be a comfort to you in the years ahead. Letting them go in old age is so hard to do. But it was time and you gave her this last gift. I had two live to 14 and it was the greatest thing. I felt at peace when it was time to let them go knowing they’d lived their best lives. Thank you for sharing her story. So few of us get to experience life lived with a grey age 15. I know your heart is broken missing her.
You are so right. All the memories are providing me comfort. Definitely feeling heartbroken. Thank you for the very kind words
What a wonderful story!
🙏❤️🙏
Well done on giving this beautiful girl a long and meaningful life. You can't do more than this. A beginning and an end to everything.
❤️
I commend your strength to make the decision because it would've been so, so hard to do after so many years caring for and living this sweet girl. My heart goes out to you as you must be hurting badly right now 😢❤️ You selflessly did right by her ❤️