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A sad day for Julia and her ASF animal lover friends

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Very sorry to hear that news Julia.

Our thoughts are with you.
 
Sorry to hear Julia

I don't know of anything or anyone else that...no matter how angry or upset you are, still loves you as much as a dog does when they see you, EVERY time, no grudges, no hard feelings, truly mans best friend Hope you're doing ok.
 
Yeah, sorry to hear that Julia.

Totally weird that my good friend's beloved dog (7 year old, well exercised female foxie) dropped dead from heart failure two days ago. They are devastated too.

We should be so lucky we get to live around 80 years on average.


Best of luck,


aj
 
Dear Julia,

I know it's sad and the grief can be overwhelming at times, but just try to remember and hold onto of all the affection, devoted care and the wonderful quality of life & time YOU gave to your beloved animal. I'm absolutely certain your dog would of known this and reflected all this in the affection it gave back to you, for animals are more aware than many people think or give credit for. So in this sad time Julia, you should be sincerely congratulated & acknowledged!!

Kind regards & thoughts, Cap.
 
Vale Libby

Julia, my tears trickled over as I read condolences for you on here and recalled your telling me, last year, to put more time into my dog's walks and my woes would shrink. Keep up your walks and you'll feel Libby with you in spirit. I give my 14 year old Samoyed extra brushing and hugs each day thanks to you. She's 98 in dog years and I'm grateful I can cherish each day left with her. Take care.
 
I have heard again from Julia and as she is slowly adjusting to the loss of Libby, she has gained so much from everyone here who has expressed their kind thoughts. Obviously Julia has touched so many of us with her kind thoughts and gestures in the past, many of which none of us knew about. Julia is one of those 'kind souls' who has privately helped many of us.

So, on behalf of Julia, thankyou to everyone for sharing your thoughts in this thread - I know that Julia reads your messages and re-reads them, and treasures every one of them.

Julia is also finding some comfort from her local community - which has surprised but also helped her. Random acts of kindness I guess although in Julia's case people are most likely simply returning the kindness that she has shown to them over the years.

All the best Julia, and hope to see you here again soon.
 
You are a very good friend Prospector.
We are also sorry for your sad loss Julia.
 
Prospector said:
...comfort from her local community - which has surprised but also helped her. Random acts of kindness ...
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People are amazing. We had a tragic loss in our family some years ago and the folks that offered the greatest support, were normally some of the worst rogues in our social circle.

The best in many people comes out in the worst times.

All the best Julia, and hope to see you here again soon.
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I think that would be a "ditto" from all of us.
 
I'm sorry to hear your loss too, Julia.

While I have not personally owned a pet, I am quite aware of the attachment with one's pet and how precious they could be to the owners. Stay strong but also don't denial your feelings, just express it out. Time will eventually heal all wounds.

Kind Regards
 
Julia, I am sorry to hear of your big loss.

It is impossible to feel exactly what you are going through, but be strong and life has to go on.

Friend of ours was grieving so much, that we all decided to absorb her attention with little puppy.
It was bit of a gamble, but one of us decided to keep the pup if our experiment backfires.

Luckily pup was accepted and maybe you can bring yourself to find new companion.

I know it is hard, so many irreplaceable memories, but definitely it will take a little bit of your mind away from shear grief.
 
Aussiejeff said:
We should be so lucky we get to live around 80 years on average.
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To many people with dogs (or cats), they become as much a part of the family as anyone else. The hardest thing is knowing we will almost certainly outlive them.

Sorry Julia.
 
There comes a point when you have to 'let go' and accept. The dog would want you to be happy and not sad.

Remember the good things about your dog and never forget them and the great times you had with them. They are true friends.

May your dog have a good re-birth. (I believe in it so I wish your dog well in the next life).
 
I thought it was great to read the ASF response given to Julia's sad loss.

We might all have a difference of opinion on different subjects, we might all call each others names from time to tlme, but when it comes to circumstances like this, it is like family who come to the support of one of our members.

I'm sure Julia has appreciated everyone's kind thoughts.
 
I'm surprised and so heartwarmed to find more kind messages here today.

Really just can't tell you how much comfort and support you have all given me.

And a special thank you to Prospector who has become a dear friend. It's surprising how well it's possible to get to know someone in cyberspace.

I went today to look at a puppy, but it wasn't the right one for me.
I will just know when I find 'that one'.

Also found it horrible to see the dogs confined in quite small concrete pens, despite the property being miles from anywhere, no neighbours, and fully fenced around the house. And these dogs had been debarked so that they emitted a sort of hoarse croaking sound. Sad and pathetic.

Thank you all so very much. Truly appreciated.

Julia
 
Hi Julia
I am very sorry about your sad news and also sorry that I just noticed this thread and found about about Libby. [I have been around ASF less frequently.]
I know that you and I have shared some harmless "dog humour" at times but I was always very conscious of the importance of Libby to you -- and no doubt at all of you to her.
My thoughts are with you. You are a kind, caring lady and also a strong one.
Your friend
Rick
 
Some say move on and forget, though I've found that too difficult over the years. Spending a few moments at the start of the day in remembrance, for ever, seems a better way. Move on for that day in knowledge of further remembrance on the next - what else can we do.
 
So sorry to hear about your loss Julia.

Brings a tear to my eye to read other peoples messages of condolences.

I am sure Libby was living in a five star dog resort heaven and had a wonderful life living with you. Lucky to have had you.

RIP.
 
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