No more pain, we will be together again i promise

[Max143]

My boy caught that bad cancer OS. and it moved fast. from the time he was diagnosed to the day his pain was removed was not even 4 full days. i didn't want him to suffer for my own selfish needs, and really think that i did the best decision for him... peace

his last day with me was a beautiful one. we sat in the grass in the front of the house very little clouds and lots of sun; he barked at cars, people, dogs, howled at airplanes, filled his belly with pork chops and got a 4 hour massage, his beautiful black hair brushed, and never left alone for one min...

i knew it was time last night when i took him for his walk and he couldn't go over to the next house without collapsing, i quickly took him home where we sat in the grass and he leaned into me with his head looking up at me and i knew... he was ready, he didn't want to suffer anymore.

it was a pristine day today and with all he love and rubbing he got, he was up all day like he didn't feel any pain, looking around alert like he hasn't been for 3 weeks. and coming close to his appointment to relieve his pain, he fell into a calm state, he was able to fall asleep something he struggled with for the past 4 days. his breathing was normal, not fast in and out due to the pain he was feeling. even on his walk to the car, he held his head up high, took in the sites on his way to the hospital... it was like he gave me a day to remember a perfect day with a perfect companion, and i will remember this day for forever, just because of him, and just for him...

his medication was quick... his pain was gone almost instantly as he fell asleep... at that very moment i burst in to tears because i knew he wasn't suffering any more... he was finally able to be at peace, peace that he deserves, peace that will last for forever, peace that will bring us both together again someday.

To Max,
You from day one made me smile. You made me laugh. You kept me company and lifted me up on my lowest days. I only wish we could have had more time together so i could do so much more with you. I know you will be in a better place and feel no more pain. You can swim all day in your own pool and invite anyone over you wish. You can howl all day at the passing airplanes, and bark at the dogs and Fedex trucks passing by. You will always have a piece of me that can never be filled and i will always remember you, and i will always love you, you are by far one of the greatest beings i have ever met... I love you... and always will... please watch over us all with your great big smile... as we will be reunited again and live together forever...

[Troodie's Mom]

That was a beautiful tribute, what a great dog. It is so hard when we have to let them go, I know. But he is free now to be your Rottie Angel.

[KrystalBallard]

Wow! As I was reading your post it brought back memories of my last Rottie we had. These dogs bring us sooo much joy! I'm happy he is out of pain now. RIP Max.

[Sam's Mom]

What a wonderful tirbute to your best friend.
The love you two shared...the precious memories you two created...especially on your last day together will live on in your heart forever.
You are in my thoughts and prayers in your time of sorrow.
RIP Max, you are in the best of company!

[Lola B Marie]

You were very brave and made the decision with clear intentions for his beautiful spirit. Only a true friend could have done this for another friend. You didn't let him suffer and that is the most powerful gift we can give to our beloved animals. I am sending a message to my heart dog (sheena Marie) who left us in 04. I am asking her to find Max and show him the way. He will be in the best of company with all the other rotties who are loved and missed.
RIP sweet boy!
Jane

[StephanieandToby]

Such a wonderful tribute to your best friend.

My dog Toby had the same affliction, and pork chops was also his last meal...

Rest assured Max is sharing some wonderful company and swapping great stories at the Bridge!


RIP, Max.

[MarieM]

Sorry to hear about your loss but now Max is painfree and playing with all the rottie angels who have passed before him. You and yours are in my thoughts.....

Fly High Max

[moz205]

So sorry for you. There are so many wonderful dogs that have passed. It's a very difficult decision for us to make but the kindest for our pets. I had to do this last year and it tore my heart out.

[Sheenagirl]

So very sorry for the loss of your Max.
What a wonderful tribute to your boy. He must have been very special to your family.
And what great memories you have to sustain you until you are together again.
Max is in very good company.
RIP Max, fly high with the angels...

[debbiej]

So very sorry to read of your loss. He was loved, he was happy, you took good care of him. we understand your pain, and offer deep sympathy.

[livertw]

Please accept my deepest sympathy. I hope your wonderful memories will bring you comfort.

[Debbie Ervin]

I have to tell you I know exactly what you mean! I am so heartbroken over Ceasar it hurts so much I feel like I am in a fog especially when I am alone, which I try not to be. they give us so very much of themselves and the love between us is such a deep and true love. I too have spent alot of quality time with Ceasar as I knew the time was coming and for a couple days when he wanted to I would put him out front on the grass with the long lead and we would just lay there and look at the cars and people and cars going by. It was very peaceful time. I spend the last day we had together w/him at the hospital and for 4 hours straight, I sat next to him and stroked him and talked to him, he was so peaceful and no pain. I will pray for you and please say a prayer for me. I'm sure they have met at the rainbow bridge. God love them and us who are left behind. They wouldn't want us to be sad, but its so hard. Always in our hearts, D. Ervin

[on fire]

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss, we have them for such a short time and they are such an intrical part of our lives. I've had Rotties since 1978 and have lost many of them, most had to be put down. Two weeks ago I lost a perfectly healthy, entergetic, playful, 10 yo male, who simply went to the front door laid down & died. No warning or indication that anything was wrong. I can't tell you how much I miss him and wish I could have been with him, holding him when he died. I'm thankful for the awesome memories of cuddling with him the day before he passed and knowing that he knew how special he was & how much I loved him. I know you have many memories of time with your dog, take the time to write down everything you can remember about him & put it in an album with his photos. I've done this with all of my dogs and whenever I look at the albums & read the stories, it make me laugh & cry to remember the special unique traits that each one of them had. My thoughts are with you.

[dpratt34]

I'm a little late in my response, but I've stayed away from this forum for the last couple of weeks due to the loss of my boy.

My deepest condolences on the loss of Max. I just hope my last days are as perfect as his.

[beaurhys]

Run free max to rainbow bridge where thE angel will guide you