teddy is in heaven now :'( <3
teddy bear is now in heaven with God and the angels as me and my husband weep because we miss him so much. his death was so tragic and happened so fast i fear i will never find peace with in my self as it feels as though i lost my child as me and teddy shared a very special bond with each other. what hurts the most is that today is his 2nd birthday :''( i had all his gifts ready and i was going to make today very special and at the end of the day i was going to make him a cake.
he died on Tuesday night and in a way i blame my self for what has happened because i made the decision to go out that night. right before we left we played tug of war for a bit and then played chase so he would be tired for that after noon. he had already has walk that day and i am at least thankful my husband was there so we all had one last walk together :'( right before i left i looked in his eyes and told him to be a good boy, i never knew that would be the last time i would ever look into his beautiful eyes again.
when we came home he didnt greet me at the door as he usually does. my heart sunk. he had gotten into the trash and got a corn dog bag over his head. his body was already stiff and he was so cold. his tongue was purple and the whites of his eyes were red and wide with panic. me and my husband cried while holding his little body asking God "why" as he was the most loving dog u would ever meet. so sweet and gentle. we called a friend to drive us to my work as they have a freezer for cremating dogs. it was the last place in the world i wanted to take him but i didnt know what else to do. at the clinc me and my husband held his body telling him what a great friend he was and that he was the best corgi anyone could ever ask for. we said are last good byes and petted him for the last time. the house just feels so empty now, i dont ever want to get up in the mornings now because he would always greet me with a waging nub and kisses just because his mama, me, was up.
i am thankful for the time God gave me with him as he truly was a blessing. i love him with all my heart and soul and its just so hard to think he died like that i couldnt be there for him :''( we had so many great memories together such as when we took our first walk together, teaching him his first trick, taking him home to see my family, and this year he learned how to swim. the bond we had was so deep i swear i could read his mind. i always knew how he was feeling. i would have taken a bullet for this dog if i had to i love him so much. he was always so trusting of me and knew i would take good care of him no matter what. i made sure he was on the best food, always had a variety of foods on his kibble, i brushed his teeth, every Sunday he got groomed and i ALWAYS made sure he got his walks and if it had rained the day before and i couldnt walk him i would take him to the field so he could run. he would chase that ball or stick and he would fly across the field and theres nothing in the world i loved more than making him happy. i always wanted to be sure he was comfortable so i used harnesses instead of collars.
he loved people and children so much that he always welcomed them and wanted to say hello. he was always so gentle to little children. if they wanted to pet him he would lay on his side and wait patiently until they were done. he was to most gentle and friendly dog i have ever known.
Teddy, me and papa miss u SO much that we cant even express it. when i get your ashes back they will always be in the family room and i will be sure to pray to ask how u are doing. i know u are in even greater hands but the pain in my heart still hurts. u were such a wonderful friend. if i was ever sad or sick u wouldnt leave my side for even a second because u wanted to be sure i was ok. i will really miss our cuddles on the couch in the after noons and how u would get so excited when i asked if u wanted "noms" or a treat and u would jump at my face and lick me. i will miss our afternoon walks as i know u enjoyed those. i will miss taking u to the field so u can chase that stick, theres nothing like watching a happy corgi fly across the field and running back with a happy look in your eyes. i will miss u always bringing us your rope toys to play with because u loved tug-or-war so much. i will miss u greeting me at the door, seeing u after a long day at work made everything better. i will miss u greeting me in the morning with your kisses to get me up.i loved looking into those beautiful eyes he had. dark blue in the middle and then they were light blue on the edges.
u were my best friend and if i could have one wish it would be that u could be here again. we love you so much little buddy. i will see u one day at the rainbow bridge
the petco pictures i posted about are the last photos i have of him. those were taken on sunday. please, i beg u, dont leave bags on the floor and when u throw them away cut them open to prevent this from happening to u.
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Permalink Reply by Rebecca Marie O'Bryan on
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thank u :') you are right, these little dogs in there mighty packages sure move your heart
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Permalink Reply by Lynne Cerny on
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I'm so sorry for your loss Rebecca! We are sending our thoughts and prayers your way.
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Permalink Reply by John Wolff on
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Oh my dear. I am so sorry. Such a lovely young dog, and just a baby.
We lost Siri at 7 years to a choking accident, and it was our fault, we fed her something too big (a turkey neck; she routinely gulped whole chicken necks).
I remember that bad day every time I notice the rear view mirror on my car -- I was fixing it when it happened.
The pain never really goes away, but it recedes into the background, and life goes on.
Siri got her head stuck in a bag, too, but it was a stiff bag; she panicked, but lived.
I will write Sam about posting some kind of FAQ about common household hazards in a prominent place.
Please post your story briefly in "corgi health" with comprehensive tags and a prominent subject line ("PLASTIC BAGS KILL!"). Remind people to baby-proof their homes. Cut corners off of food bags. I know this will be painful for you, but Teddy might save someone else this way.
I'm gonna go home a re-install the baby-lock on the garbage cabinet.
Oh, Rebecca, I'm so sorry. I do know how it feels.
I have friends dealing with cancer, and I meet people living with Huntington's Disease. Why does the death of a dog bring so much sorrow? But it does.
You know, we do our best. Accidents still happen. Yes, you'll blame yourself. But you'll forgive yourself; we had to do that, too.
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Permalink Reply by Ellen Andersen on
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John, this is the most beautiful photo. I dread the day when it'll be attached to on of my threads but it lends comfort....and I hope it does to Teddy's family, too.
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I know it's getting old. But it reminds me to make every day count, that each nuzzle could be the last, to love the days even though they're numbered, and not take my own Springs for granted.
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Permalink Reply by Caryl on
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I am now sobbing - this is a beautful photo. Thank you for the hope it brings.
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Permalink Reply by Jennifer Markley on
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John- Don't ever not share this picture! It is the most amazing one I have ever seen, and gives me great hope that I will again someday see my beloved pets. If you never shared it again, it would be a sad, sad day. Everytime I look at it, I think of all the happy times I shared with my beloved dogs, and gives me great comfort.
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John- Do write Sam. I was telling my husband about this post and how careful we needed to be with plastic bags being thrown away, trash can locked, etc. We left to go sign some papers, came home, and the dogs had opened the cupboard where the dog food is kept. They got out Seanna's little bag (20lb) bag of dog food and were eating it. More than half the bag is gone. I cried while thinking what could have happened. If you can save just one life, it would be so worth it.
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thank you John,
this photo is so touching and beautiful. and yes please do write to Sam, this needs to reach as many corgi owners as possible so this lessons the chance of it happening again.
i am also sorry about your corgi :(
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Permalink Reply by Nicola Porter on
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We love you Teddy Bear. We miss you greatly down here. All of us here are praying and taking care to give your momma and poppa lots of love and support, please do not worry about them as we are loving them greatly. Teddy Bear go find my Max up there at Rainbow Bridge and have a good frap with him.
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aww that was so touching, thank u :'') i hope he is having fun with max while looking down at us as they play. im glad that u loved teddy and enjoyed reading our stories
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Rebecca-
I couldn't finish reading your post. I'm sorry, it was just too painful for me. I was at work and bawling like a baby. I feel so bad for you, and can only imagine how you must feel. It has to be so much worse than my hurt for you. I don't know what to say, except that he is in rainbow bridge, playing and frolicking without pain or suffering. I like to think that God takes your spirit before your body actually dies, and I pray in this case that was true. Accidents happen, and I know that doesn't mean much to you right now, but in the future hopefully you can find some peace in the time you spent together. Know that he is with you always, knows that you loved him, and will follow you wherever you go still.
Please take care. I will be praying for you. *hug and tear*
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