A week ago today, we said goodbye to our beloved old dog, Little Bear. We had him cremated and our vet’s office called this afternoon to let us know that Little Bear’s ashes were ready to pick up. Shortly after Ken got home from work, we went to get our boy. We requested his ashes be placed in a nondescript box because we were thinking then that we would bury him in our yard or scatter his ashes at my sister Marilyn’s acreage, where he loved to run freely without the confinement of a backyard fence, swim in her dugout and hang out with her dog, Aylmer. But now that Little Bear is home, we are thinking we’ll get an urn and keep him here.
I’ve struggled through many meltdowns this week but I know it’s all a natural part of the grieving process so (even though I’m shy and conservative) I allow myself the freedom to sob, wail, cry out to God and talk to Little Bear as I work my way through the suffering, I’m not a stranger to sorrow so I know that, as much as it hurts now, I will be okay and, ultimately, I will be left with many cherished memories of having had Little Bear in our lives for 14 1/2 years.
So sorry for your loss. I have all three of my dogs who have gone to the bridge ashes in urns and it has always comforted me to have them “home” with me…especially as we made a move a few years ago.
Thank you Cindy, that is so reassuring to hear. Do you have another, or more, dogs now?
I’m so very sorry. I understand your struggle as I have been through it also. It does get better, but there is always that little tug when I think of my little Quinn.
My prayers go with you each day,My daughter lost her dog a few years back ,his name was Limber and she misses him very much .He grew up with her daughter ,who is 15 years old now . Limber passed on EAster of 2010 he was a great pet. She has two more dogs and three cats but her heart was Limber .Prays go with you.Joyce
Thank you Priscilla and Joyce for your kindness. Priscilla, Quinn is an adorable name. Joyce, I pray that your daughter’s heart will heal from the loss of Limber.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss, in fact there are tears in my eyes as I not only feel for you, but also my Megan will not be with us much longer. Everyday is a blessing, they say and I try to look at it that way. Megan is 17 years this year, is deaf and has gone totally do-lally! I know from previous experience that you never forget them, but the pain and loss gets easier. Our animals may not be the same as children, but they sure are close to it! Sending love and hugs
Thank you for your kind message Angela. I’m sad to hear that your Megan won’t be with you much longer. Our pets do bring a lot of joy into our lives and I agree that everyday we get to spend with them is a blessing. Sending you love and hugs as well. ♥
Julie, just stumbled upon this post now. I am so sorry to hear about your dog, my dog passed away May 4th 2013. I totally understand what you were feeling, I felt the same. Still miss my Shar greatly but has gotten a little easier over time. I had my Shar cremated and put in a urn. She has a place in my bookcase now & one day my son will mix my ashes with hers. She was 16 yrs old.
Hi Linda,
I’m sorry for your loss of Shar. What kind of dog was she? It’s so hard to say goodbye when it’s their time to go.
My ex has Little Bear’s ashes but I have other mementos, one being a round paperweight that is imprinted with Little Bear’s paw print and his name. It’s made in the colors of his fur and sits on my home office desk.