I am also so sorry to read that you have lost Amber, @Ina I. Wonder . I know how much you loved her, and it sounds like the illness must have come on suddenly if all she was showing before was the pain of arthritis. As everyone else said , I agree that if you were going to lose her, it is much better that she could spend her last hours with you, and not live in pain or have to be put down. Sometimes, that is the last grace that we can hope for, is just that they will pass easily over the Rainbow Bridge. I cry for your sorrow, my friend........Prayers sent for you to be comforted right now.
I don't know what to say. Seriously. I am wanting to tell you to remember the Rainbow Bridge... that's where Amber Rain is right now. But at the same time I know very well that my words won't make a difference. I am so very sorry. PM me if you need to talk.
Sad to hear - such a beautiful dog and beautiful name - I know you will have many fond memories over the years - All the best w/the transition Amber Rain.
Thank you, all of my friends. It helps to know that y'all know what it is to loose a beloved Furbaby. It is like loosing a small child that you've had for 16 years. I think she really tried to stay as long as could for me. She too lost Big and Young Michael. This last year she stayed so close to me, as though she were trying to comfort me, and she did. @Joe Riley , thank you for the song. Music conveys so much. @Mari North , you are wrong my new friend. You're words do mean something. They mean you care. I know that some think online friends aren't 'real' friends, but in my recent past I have learned differently. People Like @Yvonne Smith , whom I visited last spring, others such as @Chrissy Page , @Joe Riley , @Bonnie Thomas , @Holly Saunders , @Lara Moss ,and so many others have help me through the worst time in my life. I didn't get this from those that are within my 'real' world. So never think your words are of little comfort.
Oh Ina, please accept my condolences as well. I just found this thread. My heart goes out to you as well as to anyone who suffers the loss of a loved one, pets or people. I hope you heal quickly.