Goodbye My Best Friend Max

[greenmatter]

about 22 hours ago my dog max started vomiting blood. the only thing i can say bad about a dog that i had for 11 years is his timing really sucked, not much you can do for a dog between 5pm and 8am. we spent the night doing what we could for him because we did not want to give up that easy. had him at the vet before the place opened and by 12 o'clock i was digging a hole for him in the garden (which is illegal where i live, but i would rather be buried there than anywhere else..... hope you see it my way max) he had a tumor in his belly that anyone could see on an x-ray and it seemed like the options were all shit. if a dog could tell you how much pain it was in or could take, it would make deciding things like this easier. i did what i would want someone to do for me. the thought of my dog being a junkie for the rest of his (short) life to save myself a shitty choice took me about a nanosecond to consider. he would have lasted another day but i could not have looked at myself in the mirror if i forced a friend to live in pain..... to save myself what?

going on a half century and i am not sure i could come up with a total of ten days that have sucked as bad as today. on the other hand if the misery that me and mine (and that includes Max) have gone through today was the price for a good 11 years i would do it again without a thought.

sorry IC i just needed to get that off my chest !


PEACE MAX ..... i'll catch up to you one of these days .... hope there are lots of rabbits to chase while we wait.

end vent session .... thanks for listening

 

[vonforne]

Sorry to hear that but you did the right thing. I have 4 and 2 of them are 13 and 12. I think of that every day now.

It is like loosing a child.

V

 

[Stoned_Ranger]

I'm sorry for your loss my friend.It's certainly tough to make the decision you did,but it's obvious that you cared more for his feelings than your own.And that takes a big man.My thoughts go out to you,and I'll be sending some positive vibes your way.

SR

 

[In~Plain~Site]

They're troopers til' the end which makes these decisions difficult.

I've got a spot under a tree picked out for an ol' girl I've had for a very long time.

 

[Stoner4Life]

never easy but given his condition you allowed him the comfort he needed with dignity bro, my heart goes out to you.......

 

[Mrs.Babba]

Sorry about Max...keep the memories of your time together close to your heart. Its so hard to lose a pet, hope your ok.

 

[immaculate]

Plant a ganja tree on his burial site next summer in his honor! Max Kush!

Sorry for your loss. Hold on to all of the good memories. Let time take care of the rest (as best it can).

 

[THriveCompany]

sorry to hear man.. brings tears to my eyes as a animal lover i am i know what ur going and its so hard.. keep ur head up and fire one up for Max ...

 

[Frozenguy]

Dammit, I'm sorry man.. It sounds like you gave Max a wonderful home and a lot of love. I'm really sorry for your loss.. Here's one for max

 

[BornToBeWild]

Sorry to hear bud, unc will watch over him until you get there!

 

[OGvenom]

sorry to hear that bro

 

[Gypsy Nirvana]

They say that for every year a human lives ....it's equivalent to 7 years of a dogs life.....so he made it to around 77 years old (our time)......and I'm sure that he had a great life with someone who really cared for him...

You did the right thing.....and if I ever find myself in a similar situation as your dog, I hope someone puts me down....if it's incurable/painfull.....no sense in hanging around with no quality of life....

....we get so attached to our dogs since they are such faithful creatures.....but they don't get the years we mostly do......kinda sad......but there is always another puppy around that needs a good home....maybe see if you can find a nice pup to help get over your loss?

 

[bentom187]

the buddha said theres no greater sorrow than seperation.
i cant explain the fullness of my sympathy for you and your friend but its there.

 

[headiez247]

As a single male with almost no family, wife, or kids, my dog is pretty much the most important thing in my life. Since I got her I have been with her every day except for 7 days in a row where I was on a trip and by day 7 I was trippin. She is still young, but every time I read a story like this it fucking rips my heart out.

I was hoping by the title of your thread that it was a "dogs rule" thread not a "dogs rule but mine just passed away." I think their loyalty, innocence and complete and utter love is what makes it so tough.

My guess would be that the next few weeks will be the toughest, and all I can really suggest is that you try to stay busy, remember the good times, and try to keep your chin up as best you can.

Ultimately, when you feel comfortable, I totally agree with Gypsy that your best bet is to rescue a new puppy but we all know you will keep Max in mind forever.

Crazy your story almost choked me up and that never happens to me.

I'm so sorry for your loss.

 

[W.Less Monk]

Real sad moments, I understand what you feel..

Don't worry, Paradise surely exists for dogz, they really deserve it.. ( and oh, yes there's a lot of rabbits and cats up there..)

Don't wait too long, and begin to look for a new puppy, it's the only way to accept that Max gone, even if you'll never forget him..


( Tears come to my eyes when I read things like this, maybe strange but it never happens to me with humans..)

R.I.P. MAX !!

 

[Protea]

oh no, this is so sad. I keep dogs my self and i am dreading the day that have to come.
condolences
rip max, remember its a short walk across the rainbowbridge.

 

[azad]

I Love dogs and Im sorry to hear of your loss friend.remember the good times you spent wiith Max.dont dwell on the seperation..Remain in Harmony!!

 

[greenmatter]

K+++++++ to all the members who responded to this. even with all the spitting contests and different opinions on this site, when a member has been knocked on their ass there are plenty of other members to help them stand back up. on what has been a truly fucked up day for me you guys have been a break in the clouds. IC rocks even when you are not talking herb.

 

[BlueBlazer]

Saying last goodbyes to a true and trusted friend of 11 years is heartbreaking. You made the right choice though and proved your love by the merciful treatment you gave your friend.

I'm so sorry for your loss.

 

[BashertofCyndi]

Max was a good boy.