Pets
Related: About this forumMy best girl & companion crossed the rainbow bridge
She was 16, and i knew it was coming, as she had been declining. But gosh, that doesnt make it easier.
Pipkin was a 4 lb sable mini-pomeranian named after the littlest rabbit in Watership Down, one of my favorite books. She was very springy like a bunny, which is how the name occurred to me.
I've lived in seven states, relocating for my career, sometimes completely alone, save this dog.
She lived in five with me, (because she hadnt been born yet while i was in the other two)--so travel was part of her dna.
Sometimes I was so lonely, she went with me on every single errand, even the smallest. When you're 4 lbs and quiet you can go anywhere, we discovered.
I do, and will, miss her terribly. Dogs are angels.
The Velveteen Ocelot
(115,681 posts)leighbythesea2
(1,200 posts)She was a gem. Dogs are the best.
Blue Owl
(50,355 posts)leighbythesea2
(1,200 posts)It was a full life tho. It does help assuage the sadness.
tblue37
(65,336 posts)just died on Sept. 13. It always hurts. I hope you will eventually get another precious pup to love.
leighbythesea2
(1,200 posts)Its always hard. Ive heard of a few pet passings lately.
Someday. It hard to imagine a better pet. But they're all wonderful. Its the GOOD going on in our lives, these furballs.
tblue37
(65,336 posts)much anymore, so I don't have any dogs now, because I would want to be able to f be a dog walks.
leighbythesea2
(1,200 posts)So much. Had one that made it to 18. They are also the best. I mean purring is therapy. !
nocoincidences
(2,218 posts)They are more constant in their love for us than most humans.
leighbythesea2
(1,200 posts)That is true.
yankeepants
(1,979 posts)Love her name. I also considered Watership Down as a favorite book. Sorry for the loss of your tiny pup. You gave her the very best life.
leighbythesea2
(1,200 posts)Is great. Read it to my stepsons when they were younger. I did put her on a pedestal. It was mutual.
tblue37
(65,336 posts)leighbythesea2
(1,200 posts)Cute & sweet....unchallengable
Delarage
(2,186 posts)who passed away in 2017, had a teacup pom that she adopted when the pom was about 10-11 years old. Her name was Honey and she was almost blind, had maybe 1 tooth left, and couldn't hear well. But she took to my mom like they were soulmates and my mom kept her going for quite a few more years. She was a special dog and they had a special relationship. I'm so sorry for your loss
yankeepants
(1,979 posts)Guilded Lilly
(5,591 posts)leighbythesea2
(1,200 posts)Its trite to say, 2020--enough already but ....
MontanaMama
(23,313 posts)Beautiful tribute to Pipkin. Dogs are indeed angels.
leighbythesea2
(1,200 posts)I hope everyone has a pet right now.!
MontanaMama
(23,313 posts)My guy is 13 and its hard for him to get around. Hoping we can make it just a bit longer. Dogs just dont live long enough.
leighbythesea2
(1,200 posts)Are one of my favorite breeds! I just love their personalities and expressive eyes. A friend has one that hugs me!
Sounds like he's hanging in there, and yes sending strength and full health his way!
Lefta Dissenter
(6,622 posts)Knowing it is coming doesnt come near preparing you for the heartache. My little Teddy is 12 years old, and I can only hope that hell make it to the 16 years you had with your Pipkin. You must have given her a wonderful life, for her to have been with you that long.
I know youll just miss her to pieces, and Im so terribly sorry for that.
(Watership Down was one of my moms favorite books. My mom died in 92, but every time I hear that title, I think of her, so thanks for bringing that up.)
leighbythesea2
(1,200 posts)I kinda love all their names! Its on the bookshelf and gets a re-read every so often.
The little ones can live long, but yeah, every year I was more thankful. Hug your Teddy.
CentralMass
(15,265 posts)Karadeniz
(22,511 posts)Happiness and I know she appreciated accompanying you everywhere! Rest in peace, angel!❤
leighbythesea2
(1,200 posts)Yeah luckily she liked the travel, near or far.
Phoenix61
(17,003 posts)to have had such an adventurous life.
leighbythesea2
(1,200 posts)Kinda that johnny cash song about being everywhere. I hope i dont have to relocate again.
However... you do whatever it takes.
phylny
(8,380 posts)leighbythesea2
(1,200 posts)You!
Maraya1969
(22,479 posts)I'm glad you had so many wonderful years with her.
leighbythesea2
(1,200 posts)You for the hugs.
This sheltering situation isnt the best @ moment. Im still grateful but geez., people would be helpful.
Midnight Writer
(21,751 posts)StarryNite
(9,444 posts)SunSeeker
(51,550 posts)I'm so sorry.
KT2000
(20,577 posts)to lose a best friend, especially one who shared so much with you.
Mickju
(1,803 posts)murielm99
(30,736 posts)BigmanPigman
(51,585 posts)cry all the time. We were never apart (she was only 7 pounds, so like your baby she could go everywhere with me...and she did). My apt is no longer a home. It is an empty space with no soul. She was 17 and I got her at only 8 weeks old. I hope you handle this loss better than I am. No matter how long they live, it is never enough. I've dreaded this for 17 years since I knew it would just about destroy me.
leighbythesea2
(1,200 posts)There. Im so sorry for yoy loss. They really are such a joy and the loss is a pupper shaped void in your heart and life. The "portability " factor when they are little means more time together.
Im doing ok kind of during the day. There's that quote about grief "grief is a hole you walk around during the day, and fall into at night". Kind of this. Sending you strength.
LiberalLoner
(9,761 posts)Vinnie From Indy
(10,820 posts)My gratitude to my dog companions in my life is incalculable!
sinkingfeeling
(51,448 posts)leighbythesea2
(1,200 posts)DU is such a lovely group of people. It has helped me feel a bit better. I like our little emoji options here too for hugs and things. be safe out there.
SheltieLover
(57,073 posts)Healing vibes to you! 💗💗💗