Rip Alfie

[NoMercy]

Alfie underwent extensive bowel surgery on Thursday but seemed to pull through. Last night the vet encouraged us to leave him there another night as he wasn't eating or drinking.

My ex had a call just after 4am today to say that Alfie had passed away in his sleep. The night nurse was with him when he passed away.

I was totally floored by the news. He was coming to me for Christmas and he has presents under the tree. I only bought him a toy yesterday.

My heart is breaking. RIP my little angel xxx

[rockyracoon]

So sorry to hear that NoM. :(

[ummmm]

Aww poor Alfie :-( Hope you're ok x

[GenuineclAss]

I'm so sorry to hear that, NM. Things like this always seem to happen at Christmas. Just try to remember all the good times and be glad that he had a lovely life with you. God Bless, Alfie!

[mallyh]

oh you poor thing losing Alfie, i'm sending you a hug xx

[Tilly2]

I am sorry to hear about the loss of your precious boy, NoM. I know your heart is breaking. It's awful. Best wishes to you. x

[Islay]

Oh Nom sorry to hear your news although now he his no longer suffering xx

[mikey4444]

I am so sorry to hear this awful news. My first Yorkie was called Alfie, and it broke my heart when he went.......sympathy in bucket loads from me on this.

[NoMercy]

When I went to see him on Friday night the vet encouraged me to get into his little enclosure and spend a few moments with him. He got to his feet and even made a bid for freedom. I held him and he eventually he flopped down onto my lap. Repeatedly I begged him to pull through. I stroked his head and rubbed his ears and kissed him several times.

Ultimately he lost his battle with the Leishmaniasis. Now I can't stop wondering to what extent he suffered. I just don't know how I'm ever going to get through this.

[seekeerz]

So sorry to hear about your Alfie ....so heartbreaking to lose him like this. Take care xx

[Tilly2]

You will get through it, Nom, eventually.

[mikey4444]

Yes, I agree with Tilly. Think about getting anther dog....that will cheer you up no end. That is what I did.

Actually Willy is not looking so good these day. He is 14 and has developed cataracts, and gone very thin, so I may be in the same boat soon.

[Ann]

I feel your pain NoM - I will never forget how it was when we lost our lovely Collie cross Blackie, he lived to 19 (so a really good age) way back in 1971 ..... but I keep a lovely photo and special memories of growing up with him through my entire childhood. Thinking of you NoM, sending my love xx

[NoMercy]

My phone recently got sent off for repair. They restored the factory settings and deleted all my photos. :(

[Tilly2]

Does your ex have some photos?

[NoMercy]

I don't think his phone even has a camera.

[Tilly2]

You have your avatar photo.

[Tilly2]

Nom, I've given this advice on here before so forgive me if you have already read it.

When my GSD died two years ago, I sat with a big notebook and wrote down all my memories, thoughts and feelings about my beloved Gypsy. I wrote the list through my tears and it was heart wrenching but somehow, when I'd got it all down on paper, it helped. There are so many things going round in your head. Writing it out might help you.

[pastafreak]

I'm so sorry to read this NoM, as I know you loved Alfie to bits. In fact,I'd wondered if he was still with you as I not seen him mentioned for a while. He is no longer in pain and is at peace...keep all the happy memories of him in your heart. x

[Arksided]

Sorry for your loss Nom, my thoughts are with you.

[wolf63]

Best wishes - Alfie was loved and he loved you. His life was complete.

x