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I’m not ready to talk about it yet, but…

After giving us 13 wonderful years, Jasmine let us know this weekend that she was tired and suffering, and that she needed rest but was in too much pain to get it. We took one last walk together, and then we took her to the vet and gave her the comfort she was asking for. After dedicating 10 months to looking after her and doing everything I could to keep her comfortable and happy while waiting for her heart to give out, it was incredibly difficult to make this choice, but we had reached the point where there was nothing else I could do to make her comfortable or happy. It was hard for everyone, because the entire veterinary staff has worked hard to give her the best care possible. Everyone agreed that this was the right thing to do, and I am at peace with that part of it. My life has completely revolved around her care and her needs for the last 10 months, so it is going to take me a while to learn how to get along without her. One thing is certain. This will always be Jasmine’s House.

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10 Responses to “I’m not ready to talk about it yet, but…”

  1. Nat Says: Reply to this comment
    April 13th, 2009 at 12:46 pm

    I know she meant a lot to you. Hugs.

  2. horngodess Says: Reply to this comment
    April 13th, 2009 at 2:23 pm

    I’m sorry for your loss.

  3. justrun Says: Reply to this comment
    April 13th, 2009 at 2:50 pm

    I’m so sorry to read this. Your dog had such a wonderful life that you created for her, and I know she simply made your day, especially on days no one else could. Hugs to you.

  4. missy Says: Reply to this comment
    April 13th, 2009 at 4:44 pm

    Oh, so sorry to hear about that. Pets are just so special to us, aren’t they?

    I wish you much peace.

    Lots of love.

    Missy

  5. kara Says: Reply to this comment
    April 13th, 2009 at 5:26 pm

    I wish our pets lived a little longer too. It’s never ever easy to let them go….Hugs to you and know she is not alone - but over the rainbow with all our dear furry friends.

  6. Amanda Says: Reply to this comment
    April 14th, 2009 at 7:29 am

    oh so very sorry. How I wish our pets could live with us our whole loves, it’s a very tough loss.

  7. KatieC Says: Reply to this comment
    April 14th, 2009 at 7:38 am

    So sorry to hear about Jasmine. You are in my thoughts.

  8. Betsy Says: Reply to this comment
    April 16th, 2009 at 6:52 am

    Oh Jodie, I am so very very sorry. Sending hugs your way.

  9. Jillian Says: Reply to this comment
    April 22nd, 2009 at 9:45 am

    Animals are so hard to lose. I miss my doggies Sandy and Tessa dearly…but I know putting them down was the right and humane thing to do. I truly believe they are all in doggie heaven. Jasmioe looks like the perfect playmate :)

  10. Jillian Says: Reply to this comment
    April 22nd, 2009 at 9:45 am

    and of course, I meant Jasmine…sorry for the typo.

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