Update-Update Of Ben......has Anyone Got Or Owned A Rough Collie.?? My Dear Old Boy....

[lilacben]

I thought I would let you all know that I lost my dear Ben today. I had to make the decision this morning that the time had come. It has broken my heart to let him go but I know deep down it was the time for him to go. My wonderful vet and his nurse came to our home and Ben was so peaceful. Now he will be his partner Amber once again. Thankyou to you all. Brenda xx

[woofgang]

So sorry Brenda, I know you hoped he would rally. We break our hearts over the loss of our dogs (and cats) in exchange for their peaceful end. I think its a fair exchange.

[marval]

I am so sorry to hear your news. I am glad Ben was at home and it was peaceful. My thoughts are with you.

[Tilly2]

It's a horrible decision to make but you loved him enough to make it. I wish you well. xxx

[Sqad]

Not an easy time.
This grief and period of mourning is something special between you and Ben of which nobody, but nobody could share.

Get another dog or puppy from a Refuge station and give it the life that you gave to Ben.

[ladybirder]

To bring the vet to him rather than put him through the ordeal of travelling to the vet was the kindest thing you could have done for him Brenda. Bless you for it. I hope the day soon comes when you can think of him and smile at the memories. So sorry for your loss. X

[wolf63]

Ben knew that he was loved and will continue to be loved.

He loved you in return and trusted you to care for him - this you did.

Best wishes

[sunny-dave]

So sorry to hear that, Brenda - it's always a heartbreaking decision - I've had to take it twice over the years, and can see a third one on the not too distant horizon.

You cared for Ben and gave him a good life - in return he gave you so many happy times.

Remember the good stuff

Dave xx

[mrs.chappie]

So sorry to hear this, Brenda. As has been said already, you did your very best for him and he is now pain-free. God bless you for bringing the vet and nurse to him.

Thank you for coming on AB to let us know, that's very good of you. xxx

[2sp_]

I'm so sorry that you have lost Ben. Dogs bring so much to our lives and it is heartbreaking when they leave us.

xxx

[murraymints]

Oh dear..I'm so sorry for you..but you did what was best...xx

[boxtops]

Brenda, I could weep for you - it's been so hard for you seeing him in a poorly state. You have done the right thing - you know inside that he'd thank you for recognising how unwell he was, and enabling him to go peacefully before things got unbearable for him. It's wonderful that he was able to stay in his own home and that you could be with him. Rest in Peace, old Ben xxx

[mrs.chappie]

Brenda, I know it's far too soon, I hope you don't mind me re-posting the thread below but it stuck in my head because it is so lovely....

http://www.theanswerbank.co.uk/Animals-and-Nature/Pets/Question1310938.html

No dog will ever replace Ben, please don't think I would suggest that, but the sentiment of that poem is so poignant, I'm sure you'll agree. Hopefully, in the fullness of time...

(((((HUG))))) for you. xxx

[catswhiskas]

I am so sorry for your loss, words can never express true emotions.

[boxtops]

catswhiskas - that is lovely, I'd not seen in before. I've saved that - thank you.

Brenda, big hugs to you this morning (())

[jakep]

Oh dear Brenda I am sorry for the pain you are enduring today - I know it well.
What a wonderful life and dignified death you gave to your beloved Ben.
Some day soon you will smile at his memory x

[lilacben]

Thankyou to each and everyone of you for your words. Today is my Birthday but do not feel like celebrating it as you can imagine. I keep wondering if Ben is "outside" or careful I do not trip over him...It is a living hell today...I loved the poem, although, once again I was crying reading it. Thought my heart was going to break yesterday. But I know I had to do it for him and so did he. It was his favourite vet and he wasnt a bit worried. My vet stroked him and talked to him softly for a while. My beautiful boy looked so at peace, bless him. with his head on this front paws. But now he is at peace. xxx

[mrs.chappie]

RIP Ben.

((((HUG)))) Brenda. xxx

[ruthann58]

brenda so sorry for your loss ,you did the very best you could for him hugs to you xxx

[Baldric]

LB, the way you did it was the final act of Love and Kindness you could do for Ben, well done you, he's at peace now, it was the right thing to do, but is never easy, I know.