For those of you who knew Katrina
 

Just a quick post to let you know I had to put Katrina, my companion Sheltie of over 13 years, to sleep today. It was her time. A big thanks to Redwitch for coming with me to the Vets.

Dear Dicky,
 

Oh I am so sorry to hear that Dicky, to lose a pet/companion is a pain that no one can describe. May memories comfort you in your time of loss of your dear Katrina.
With sympathy,
Jeanne

So sorry for the loss of your friend. Know this is a hard time for you.

That is a day none of us look forward to.I have a 7 year old Border Collie/Collie mix who thankfully is in excellent health but I know the day will come when it will be her turn and it is something I do not want to have to think about. Sorry for your loss .

"If It Should Be"
 

If it should be that I grow frail and weak,
And pain should wake me from my sleep,
Then you must do what must be done,
For this battle can't be won.

You will be sad, I'll understand,
Don't let your grief then stay your hand,
For this day more than all the rest,
Your love and friendship stand the test.

We've had so many happy years,
What is to come will hold no fears,
You'll not want me to suffer, so
When the time comes, please let me go.

I know in time, you too will see,
It is kindness you do for me,
Although my tail its last has waved
From pain and suffering, I have been saved.

Do not grieve that it should be you,
Who has to decide this thing to do,
We've been so close, we two, these years,
Don't let your heart hold any tears.

DickY,
Sorry to hear about Katrina. I know you were both very fortunate to have each other for all those years. Through the tears hopefully there will be laughter as you recall the many wonderful times you had with Katrina.

Dicky, so sorry to hear about Katrina. My heart goes out to you. We have a maltese who has a terminal liver problem and I cannot imagine life without him.
I know that you have many friends who will help you throught this sad time.

DickY:

Very sorry to hear of your puppy passing. We have pets and it is hard to see them go.


Chuck

DickY,

We are sorry to hear your sad news. I am glad Redwitch was there for you. Jeannie posted a poem that always brings me to tears as a pet owner - but you did the right thing. I am convinced there is a doggy heaven where she can chase sheep to her hearts content.

Kate

So sorry Dick.

DickY,
Ed and I are sad to hear about Katrina. There are no words to make you feel better but know our thoughts are with you.
Deb

DickY,so very sorry about your beloved Katrina.
I always enjoyed seeing you and her riding in the golf cart or her guarding the cart at the mail boxes.

DickY, we are so sad and sorry for the loss of your beloved Katrina. As you said, it was her time. But as animal lovers, we completely understand how much it hurts.

Bare & Fireboy

Katrina
 

Dicky,
I am sorry to hear about your losing your precious Sheltie.
What a lucky girl she was to have you.
My thoughts are with you...............

heartbreaking.... sorry

DickY

Sorry to hear of your loss. I echo debokla - there are no words to make you feel better but know my thoughts are with you.

Krys

Dicky,
I am so sorry. There is nothing like a pet. I just know she had a wonderful life with you.

So Sorry DickY
 

Oh dear.....having recently faced the same decision I know how heartsick you must be. If it was her time that is a bit easier but our pets are so near and dear and it really hurts. Katrina has crossed the rainbow bridge and is in a good place. My heart goes out to you.

DickY, so sorry about Katrina. We always enjoyed your stories of her in chat and how much she was enjoying her life in The Villages.

Dicky,

I am always at a loss for words when someone loses a beloved pet. Please know that my heart goes out to you at this time. She was a beautiful sweet girl. Im so very sorry for your loss.

Sincere Sympathy
 

awww, Dicky. I can't tell you how sorry I am. Katrina was a beauty and a very good girl. I'm deeply sorry I didn't get to know her better. Please feel better knowing you will see her again one day. chels and vetman.

My friend...so very sorry and sad to hear. You were a good friend to her...she was very blessed to have you in her life...

Big Hugs to you....


I am so glad that you had a good friend like Red with you!

Blessings to you both!!

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. She was lucky to have you by her side. Prayers for you and thanks to Red for being there for you.

Oh Dicky,
I am so sorry to hear about precious Katrina...Please know you are in our prayers and thoughts..Sending you a big hug from Pennsylvania!
((((( Dicky)))))

Dicky - Scotti and I are so sorry to hear about your Katrina. We've done this in the past and it is truly a difficult time. To this day our family still laughs about some of Venus' (german shepard) antics. Thinking of you.

DickY

There are no words but I'm so sorry. That is a difficult dision to make.

But she was one lucky lady--she was so loved.

Redwitch--You're a class act. What a wonderful friend you are.

See you guys soon.

[QUOTE=JeanneBeannie;206224]If it should be that I grow frail and weak,
And pain should wake me from my sleep,
Then you must do what must be done,
For this battle can't be won.

You will be sad, I'll understand,
Don't let your grief then stay your hand,
For this day more than all the rest,
Your love and friendship stand the test.

We've had so many happy years,
What is to come will hold no fears,
You'll not want me to suffer, so
When the time comes, please let me go.

I know in time, you too will see,
It is kindness you do for me,
Although my tail its last has waved
From pain and suffering, I have been saved.

Do not grieve that it should be you,
Who has to decide this thing to do,
We've been so close, we two, these years,
Don't let your heart hold any tears.[/QUote

Jeanie,

That is so meaningful. It is so hard for a pet owner to take that final walk,
but its done out of love and respect
My heart goes out to all who have done it (been there)

My condolences to you, Dick. Having experienced the same sorrows I know what a difficult time this is for you. Katrina was a lucky puppy to have experienced the special life of a "Villages Dog".

So sorry, Dick

Redwitch,

It was so kind of you to be there for Dicky at this difficult and heartbreaking time.

The words from the theme song from "Golden Girls" comes to mind............

"Thankyou for being a friend" , it certainly applies.

My sincere condolences DickY- losing a beloved pet is never easy. I'm glad Redwitch was there for you- while it doesn't make it easier, having a friend there can make it a less lonely feeling.

Dicky, I am truly sad to hear of Katrina's passing. Redwitch, your kindness will be repaid somehow and somewhere.

Those of us who love our furry family understand.

Sending a big hug Dicky.

DickY, I'm sorry to hear of your loss.

_______________
DicKy

Anyone who ever lost a beloved pet feels your pain. I am very sorry for your loss. May the happy memories of Katrina comfort you. Thank you Redwitch for being there. There's nothing more important than having someone you can turn to at a time like this to get you through this difficult time.

My deepest sympathy to you Dicky.

DickY,

I am so sorry to hear about Katrina. What a wonderful life she must have had with you. I know how you feel and how much you will miss her. My Annie (named Annie because she was an orphan when she showed up at our back door at about 5 months old) is 15 years old now.

My thoughts are with you, DickY. And maybe someday, when you are ready, you will love again.

Boomer

I can't say anything that hasn't already been said. Katrina was a true sweetie and doll baby. I'm sorry you don't have your woofer with you but you did the most loving thing you could do for her. We're all here for you if you need us.

Many hugs, my friend.

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Richard,

Casino and I are sending you hugs. You are in our thoughts.