I need some words for a friend who just lost a pet - Page 2

**TinyEvel** · 12-13-2006, 12:33 AM

A close co-worker of mine just had to put her dog to sleep. The poor thing got a cancer which developed so quickly that within three days of noticing a growth, they took him in and he was too far gone to be saved.
A Rotweiler.

I bought a sympathy card today which is blank inside. I am not sure what to write. But since all of you are such sincere, empathetic and thoughtful advice givers, (especially the night crew, and Milkman, Bill Parcells, Taco John, ENDelt, HalfCan, Greg63, et al) I thought I would ask you folks for advice on what I should write in the card.

Thanks,

TinyE

Chief Henry · 12-13-2006, 08:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nzoner

I'm a lil buzzed at the moment but awhile back when i lost a dog someome gave me this link and this poem....

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor. Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent. His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....

Author unknown...

This deserves a BIG REP...

My wife and I were CRUSHED after we had to put our dog down about 1.5 years ago. Our cat was put down 1 year ago and since we've replaced the cat with a black fuzzy cat. yes its name is fuzzy

**Saulbadguy** · 12-13-2006, 08:24 AM

"Get over it."

HonestChieffan · 12-13-2006, 08:57 AM

Rotts are mean and nasty but sorry its dead. Want a beer?

**Fire Me Boy!** · 12-13-2006, 09:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nzoner

I'm a lil buzzed at the moment but awhile back when i lost a dog someome gave me this link and this poem....

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

This always brings tears to my eyes. But I'm a softie... I like my animals more than most people.

MOhillbilly · 12-13-2006, 09:03 AM

dogs is good people.

Hog's Gone Fishin · 12-13-2006, 09:05 AM

Tell them "Congratulations"

Hog's Gone Fishin · 12-13-2006, 09:10 AM

Or tell them to look at the bright side
1) No more shit on the carpet.
2) you won't have to be jealous of the dog when you find it humping your old lady anymore.
3) No more fleas in the house
4) Think of all the money you will save on Dog Food.
5) No more piss on the chair leg
6)You won't have to worry about stepping in shit and tracking it back to work and everybody looking at you cause you smell like shit

I could go on but I have to go back to work.

**gblowfish** · 12-13-2006, 09:13 AM

The empathy in this thread is about par for the CP.

There is a website called Rainbow Bridge that has good info for folks who are greiving for a lost pet. Or you could make a donation to your local animal shelter in your friend's name. Just letting your freind know you're thinking about him and feel for his loss is very thoughtful of you.

I lost one of my kitties last week to feline HIV. I had him for six years and he was one of my best friends. I miss him very much.

HonestChieffan · 12-13-2006, 09:17 AM

I know a great Taxidermist.

Redrum_69 · 12-13-2006, 09:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gblowfish

I lost one of my kitties last week to feline HIV.

cat aids?

Hog's Gone Fishin · 12-13-2006, 09:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gblowfish

The empathy in this thread is about par for the CP.

There is a website called Rainbow Bridge that has good info for folks who are greiving for a lost pet. Or you could make a donation to your local animal shelter in your friend's name. Just letting your freind know you're thinking about him and feel for his loss is very thoughtful of you.

I lost one of my kitties last week to feline HIV. I had him for six years and he was one of my best friends. I miss him very much.

**penguinz** · 12-13-2006, 09:28 AM

Why not just put the address of the nearest pet store in the card?

**gblowfish** · 12-13-2006, 09:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Redrum_69

cat aids?

Sort of. It's a virus that a lot of strays and feral cats get. It can be passed with a scratch or bite from one cat to another. There is no cure. Bad stuff.
http://tinyurl.com/t4dvb

**Dartgod** · 12-13-2006, 09:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MOhillbilly

dogs is good people.

Better than a lot of people here....myself included.

**Dartgod** · 12-13-2006, 09:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hog Farmer

Typical.

12-13-2006, 12:33 AM
TinyEvel Just a li'l Evel Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Bald. Goatee. Jorts. Casino cash: $2229601	I need some words for a friend who just lost a pet A close co-worker of mine just had to put her dog to sleep. The poor thing got a cancer which developed so quickly that within three days of noticing a growth, they took him in and he was too far gone to be saved. A Rotweiler. I bought a sympathy card today which is blank inside. I am not sure what to write. But since all of you are such sincere, empathetic and thoughtful advice givers, (especially the night crew, and Milkman, Bill Parcells, Taco John, ENDelt, HalfCan, Greg63, et al) I thought I would ask you folks for advice on what I should write in the card. Thanks, TinyE
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12-13-2006, 08:24 AM	#17
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12-13-2006, 09:10 AM	#22
Hog's Gone Fishin Fish are scared of me Join Date: Nov 2001 Casino cash: $-1539523	Or tell them to look at the bright side 1) No more shit on the carpet. 2) you won't have to be jealous of the dog when you find it humping your old lady anymore. 3) No more fleas in the house 4) Think of all the money you will save on Dog Food. 5) No more piss on the chair leg 6)You won't have to worry about stepping in shit and tracking it back to work and everybody looking at you cause you smell like shit I could go on but I have to go back to work.
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12-13-2006, 09:13 AM	#23
gblowfish Be Kind To Your Pets Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Glorious Independence, MO Casino cash: $16886178 VARSITY	The empathy in this thread is about par for the CP. There is a website called Rainbow Bridge that has good info for folks who are greiving for a lost pet. Or you could make a donation to your local animal shelter in your friend's name. Just letting your freind know you're thinking about him and feel for his loss is very thoughtful of you. I lost one of my kitties last week to feline HIV. I had him for six years and he was one of my best friends. I miss him very much.
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12-13-2006, 09:17 AM	#24
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12-13-2006, 09:28 AM	#27
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