I would just like everyone on here to please give you animal an extra hug today. My best friend - who I have had since birth - died this morning in my arms while I was sleeping. Mickey - who would have been 15 on our next birthday - May 5. Yes - she was born on my birthday!!! She was sick for the past few days - and wouldn't eat. I had her in bed with me all night - as she was in pain. We were going to the vet's today - I had however already decided last night that I would only allow pain pills - nothing extreme to be done to her. I went to sleep about 6 this morning - hugging her. I woke up at around 9 - and she was gone. She was still warm so I know that she had just gone. I am happy that she didn't go alone and that she knew she was loved so very - very much. Please think of us today. I have such a huge hurt in my heart right now. Thanks so much - De
I am so sorry for the loss of your Mickey. 15 is a long life & a testament to how well she was cared for by you. And I will give my babies an extra hug today. I pray for your heart to heal soon.
I'm so sorry De!!! The poor sweet baby! I know she had a very long and happy life with you taking care of her with all your love...and I know that no words can really ease the pain
She's at the Rainbow Bridge now, she's happy and healthy, and she will always be close to you. A very very big hug with lots of love and prayers to both of you my dear friend!
Oh De - I am so very sorry. I know the huge pain and ache in your heart you must be feeling. Words just cannot describe it but just know that you are very, very much in my thoughts and know that Mickey is safe and happy in Rainbow Bridge and will be in excellent and caring company with the babies I have lost along the way. It does leave such a huge gap and I am with you all of the way.
A huge hug and warm fuzzies are all coming your way.
with love
Deb
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SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS! I KNOW HOW HARD AND PAINFUL IS TO LOSE A DEAR FRIEND! OUR PRECIOUS,BELOVED AND UNFORGETTABLE BABY-BOY SNOOPY PASSED AWAY ALMOST 3 yrs. AGO,BUT WE STILL CRY AND MISS HIM BADLY! HOPE THEY ARE RUNNING AND PLAYING TOGETHER (with many sweet ANGEL
IN A BETTER WORLD NOW !
XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXO
I am so sorry De 
..words can never ease the pain we feel when we loose our precious friends..so i send hugs to comfort you
....God bless your little one Mickey and keep her safe until you meet again......oxoxoxo
You know, there are those who believe in reincarnation, including for animals...
I am one of them!
If it makes you feel any better, please know that all living creatures have a long path ahead of them. We are all here to experience as much as possible in the different lives we are given.
May your baby reincarnate (either as an animal or if she is already prepared as a human) in an environment as loving as the one you gave her.
I am very sorry for your loss. I know what it's like to lose an animal you loved
Blessed Be!
I am so sorry to hear about your loss....i know how hard it is to lose someone you love so much and who has been a continuous part of your life for so many years, just remember that she is still with you, just close your eyes and listen to your heart and you will hear her speaking (dog language of course) to you everyday of your life, she is now one of your many guardian angels and she will never leave your side
i`m so sorry about your little mickey may he rest in peace i lost my little sheltie too. my heart go`s out too you.
This post was modified from its original form on 11 Feb, 19:14
Hi everyone - I would like to thank you all for the kind words - the cards - the poems and the flowers that I received when my girl - Mickey - passed away on Nov. 24th. As some of you know about me - I shared a most wonderful 14 1/2 years together with her - and we were together from her birth to her passing. I have had a very rough time of it - I see and feel Mickey everywhere I turn - and I know that she is still here at times. To any of you going through the loss of a beloved pet - please know that the grieving time is up to you - and no one can tell you how long it will last. I just know that the love does last. I have loved Mickey for so long now - and I always will - De.
De! You scared me to death! When the email hit my inbox, I about had a stroke! I thought you were referring to Madison. Thank goodness you are not. Phew! It will take a few minutes for my heart rate to come down. I have no doubt at all how much you still miss Mickey. I think for any animal lover it takes a long time. I know you love Madison but that is not going to take anything away from the grieving process for Mickey. Madison will be loved in her own right, but she cannot replace Mickey.
Hi Sue - no - Madison is just fine - as big as a horse and as stubborn - but getting along well. So far we have had a few times where she thought she was the boss - boy does she remind me of someone!!! Mickey was born on my birthday - May 5 - and was a true Taurus. We butted heads over the years - but she knew that I loved her just the same. I like to think that she approves of Madison - and is watching over me. I know that she is with Molson - and my best friends - Donny and Jimmy. We all shared a house in Toronto - and I know her parents - Tashia and Midnight are with them too - as well as Precious and Kazie our cats. They are all watching over us and protecting us too. Everyone give your animals a big hug for me - and cherish them extra when you think of me - and know what a loss I am still suffering - and always will. Take care - De.
I hug my puppies every day--but I will give them a hug today from Aunty De. Have a good day my friend. Liz.
Hello De~
Whew, you scared me too! But it is a good reminder to hug my kids again too. The boys are almost 12 now, Shelby is 13, and my newest is 9!
We will all be glad when Spring comes 'cause this winter has been tough on the old bones...
Sending a big slobberdog kiss at ya~
Lori 
