Our Family Photo
Well some of you knew this post would come someday, and today is that day. Tasha passed away last night at 10:45PM PST. (1/14/11)
It was not from anything we would have expected, and it made the decision quick. She ended up with bloat. Bloat is one very serious issue when it comes up. I will not get into what it is other than to say more or less the stomach flips over and twists.
We rushed her to the 24 hour animal hospital here in Indio, CA, where they got her stable quickly and was able to tube her to release the pressure. But the damage is done at this point. When the doctor started to tell us about the condition, I stopped her and asked if she was in any pain and if we went back to see her would she know it was us, she answered no to both. So at that point I looked at Brenda and the choice was quick as we both knew the outcome. We choose not to be with her as we did not want out last image of her to be on a steel table with a tube. After all, she was not awake for the most part.
So, it was not the hips that gave out in the end which would have made the choice even harder, it was something that had to be done.
Making the choice to come on this trip was one of the best things we ended up doing. I say this for Tasha was VERY HAPPY on the road with us. I was even able to lay down with her yesterday outside in the 75 degree weather. She normally gets up and moves away after a few mins, this time, she laid next to me and fell asleep as I was petting her. So, it was a great last day until the end.
So, 14.5 years, a great life, and memories that will last a lifetime. Tasha was one “Special child”. She will always be my “Baby Bear”. (Inside joke were she looked like a baby black bear if you scrunched her face.)
Hey Guys,
We’re so sorry for your loss. Tasha was a great dog! She looked so happy to be out in that beautiful weather these last few weeks. Losing a pet is a terrible thing but the memories of all the great times will last forever.
Dogs are so sensitive and intuitive…they just kind of know things. Tasha was very happy to be traveling with you again, you could see it in every picture on this trip. I think her heart gave you a special last day and evening as a thank you for giving her the chance to be your child and as a peaceful goodbye.
I loved her too, so much, and my heart is with your hearts D & B. Goodbye to a gallant and loving Sweetie, who enhanced all our lives in her special way. She will travel with you, watching over you and waiting for the time that you are joined again and hugging again. Know that will be and find peace in that certainty. I love you and will be remembering her with you, hourly, daily, weekly and for always. She’ll have all the liver brownies she wants now!
So very sorry to hear about your Tasha. Losing a furry kid is so, so hard – thinking of you guys.
I am very sorry for your loss of Tasha. I know it is very hard. we lost our GSD Shadow in May at 15.5 also. This always helped by reading it.
The Rainbow Bridge
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…
Take care
Don
I’m very sorry to hear about it! I know how much she meant to both of you, may she rest in peace!
We can feel the loss you have with the passing of Tashia. Having our two little ones allows us to feel your pain. We know they become part of the family. Know tha our thoughts are with you, just rember the wonderful times she gave you Richard and Elle
I am so sorry! You guys have been great parents to her. Tasha could not have asked for better parents! I know she was happy being on the road. You guys have done right by her. She lived a full and happy life.
I know this day was expected but that does not make it any easier. She gave you so much love and she was loved in return. Cherish the good times.
We are so sorry to hear about Tasha! While it’s never an easy decision to make, we’re glad it wasn’t a long and drawn-out one for you.
Tell the cats I said they have to be especially good for at least a few days to make it easier on you!
I just read your responses about Tasha again. I thought that mom and I put a reply but I see that we didn’t. Well, it is never to late. We can’t believe that this Saturday Tasha “Your Baby Bear” will be with Our Lord one year already. Time really flies. We miss Tasha also because we also knew that she was part of our family.
Hi Mom and Dad…
Yes, one year already and we find ourselves sad at this time as we think about her and travel the road with her not by our side. She loved to travel and we have been to some places that she also has been. So I guess this trip is kind of like a remembrance trip for her in some way.
Miss you Tasha. Always will we think.
Just started following your journey and as the fortunate people to be guardians of 2 GSDs and 3 more that have passed, Sandee & I know that even though more than a year has transpired there is a hole in the heart for the loss.
Blessings from us and our fur kids Gunny & Thor and our angels Major, Sarge & Angel.
Don…Thank you kindly. As you know, all things heal with time. But yes, their is alway a hole that is left. We try to use the feeling as a reminder of the good times, and not the loss that it surely us. For if we did not have that hole…then that would mean they were never really part of us to take with them.
Special Regards.