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Thank you Pipin for everything.

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Smileless2012 Fri 01-May-26 08:39:40

We lost our little poodle yesterday. He had a stroke on Wednesday and lost the use of his back legs.

We contacted a vet, an 'angel' who specialises in euthanasia and she came yesterday so we could let him go without pain and fear.

He came into our lives when we were in a dark and frightening place having been estranged by our youngest son. He brought love, peace and joy into back our lives and was there for us during our darkest hours.

He was white and I called him my little angel without wings.
Now he's gone and has become my little angel with wings.

TillyTrotter Sat 02-May-26 08:29:13

Our hearts break when our pets have to go.
It doesn’t matter if we have another pet after we still hold a place in our hearts for beloved companions we shared our lives with for a while like Pipin. 😢

sankev Fri 01-May-26 20:47:07

RIP Pipin! They are such big part of our lives. Such unconditional love and comfort they bring. Virtual hugs to you 🌹

AskAlice Fri 01-May-26 19:15:03

So sorry you have lost a well-loved pet. I know how much it must hurt. You gave him the best life and always remember that he had so much love from you to make him happy and content. My best wishes and kind thoughts to you. flowers

Patsy70 Fri 01-May-26 18:33:12

Such very sad news Smileless. Your little Pipin brought love and joy into your lives when you needed it most. Treasure all the happy memories. ♥️💐xx

Bridey Fri 01-May-26 17:30:11

So sorry to hear your sad news Smileless, little heartbreakers our pets, leave such a gap.💐

sixandahalf Fri 01-May-26 16:25:21

dear little Pipin, I expect he bookmarked your days and gave them structure.

So sorry.

Tenko Fri 01-May-26 16:08:24

I’m so sorry to hear about your beloved Pippin. It’s so hard to lose a much loved pet. We’ve been through it several times .
Dogs give you unconditional love and often come into our lives when we most need them.
Give yourself time to grieve and remember you gave him a wonderful life .
And I’m so glad you had a kindly compassionate vet. We’ve also been lucky with our previous 2 dogs .
💐

Smileless2012 Fri 01-May-26 15:59:21

Thank you all for your kind and thoughtful messages.

That verse is so lovely dotpocka, I've written it on the back of the card that came with his ashes that we've just collected.

A beautiful wooden casket with his name on a plaque which for now, I'll keep on my bedside cabinet.

Cossy Fri 01-May-26 15:42:46

RIP Pipin. The only real downside of having pets, especially dogs, is when they die. It’s heartbreaking 🫶🫶

nanaK54 Fri 01-May-26 15:22:52

Oh I'm so sorry, I know how hard it is to lose a much loved dog flowers

MissAdventure Fri 01-May-26 15:15:19

dotpocka

“The Warmth You Left Behind”

You were the warmth
beneath long afternoons,
the soft presence
in every room.

Even now,
a gentle comfort lingers—
as if you slipped love
into the walls
before you left.

What a lovely verse.

rafichagran Fri 01-May-26 15:13:43

Sorry for the loss of Pipin.

MissAdventure Fri 01-May-26 15:10:36

So sorry to hear that, smileless.
Its the awful part of having a pet, but... well... i don't know what to say.

TwiceAsNice Fri 01-May-26 15:03:44

I’ve never had a dog but lost a beloved cat a couple of years ago Had to have her put to sleep after only a days realisation she had cancer . Our vet was wonderful, she died in my arms. I feel so sorry for you big lump in my throat at the moment

AGAA4 Fri 01-May-26 14:58:53

So sorry you have lost your poodle. We had one years ago and very heartbroken when he died. The absence is so painful 🥀

pably15 Fri 01-May-26 13:36:49

I know the grief you're feeling, to loose a much loved member of your family, cos that's what our pets are, is heartbreaking.
you know you did your very best for him at the end, and wherever he is , he still loves you,

SueDonim Fri 01-May-26 12:46:14

Farewell, little Pipin. It’s so painful to lose a beloved pet. flowers

Kate1949 Fri 01-May-26 12:29:46

Smileless flowers

sodapop Fri 01-May-26 12:21:53

So sorry about your lovely little dog Smileless2012 he brought you a lot of comfort at a difficult time and for that you can be grateful. You did the most loving thing you could for him so remember him with love.
We are facing a similar loss shortly so I can empathise. Take care thanks

1960srelic Fri 01-May-26 11:06:28

Condolences on the loss of your lovely little dog. flowers You gave him a happy life and an easeful death and he returned your love.

westendgirl Fri 01-May-26 11:01:29

So sorry to hear of your loss and send you love.
I hope your precious memories give you some consolation.

Allira Fri 01-May-26 11:00:47

I am sorry for the loss of your beloved Pipin, Smileless.

They are with us for a relatively short time but they enrich our lives immensely and always live on in our hearts and memories. 💐

That is a lovely poem, dotpocka.

TerriBull Fri 01-May-26 10:50:06

So sorry about your loss, I never underestimate how the death of a much loved animal affects their owner. flowers

Magenta8 Fri 01-May-26 10:45:13

I know from personal experience how these lovable pets enrich your life and find their way into your heart. I am so sorry for your loss.thanks

25Avalon Fri 01-May-26 10:44:32

The love he brought will always be with you, dear little chap. Bless him and you. Big hugs on your loss.