Saying Goodbye to Our Cane Corso
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- čas přidán 9. 09. 2024
- In this video, we say goodbye to our 13 year old Cane Corso named Xiphos. We aim to honor and celebrate his life with us. We also discuss the grieving process and best practices for handling these sad situations. Thank you for watching.
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My family and I thank you all very much for the kind words and condolences ❤️🙏.
Mr. Xiphos was a great dog and he will forever be in our hearts.
Give all your pups an extra hug and treat today. They deserve it.
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There are many great pups on the other side of the Rainbow Bridge to welcome Mr. Xiphos and many of us caring for and about you and your family.
Feel your pain man we lost our Rottie last month like losing a family member truly heart wrenching ❤❤❤
He is a king, be strong for him, he did his job until the end, i hope you'll keep good memories of him, and be he cremated or buried i hope you'll find him a nice place for the final rest, And Chief be with him until the last second even if it's painful, for him be with him all of the familly united.
We love you
I never met Mr. Xiphos in person, but I'm mourning with your family.
The price of a good dog is a broken heart
So true.
Lovely sentiment 💔
So fuckin true....
WOW.... Beautiful statement, I'm gonna steal that one.
AMEN🙏🏾😪
I'm 38 and I'm still sad about losing my dog when I was 15...
You’ll be together again, don’t worry ❤ you have more to do.
@@TtrtRXaww❤
Yep I can imagine , it’s nice that you still have happy memories tho
I am so sorry for your loss. ❤❤
I, too miss our doggies who have passed. 🙏
I am so sorry. 🩶 I feel your pain. I've been there. I'm cryin' with you. 🫂
The hardest part of loosing your dog isn't having to say goodbye...it's the way your entire world changes without them and the emptiness that's left in your heart when they go.😢❤
I’m living through that right now
It’s been 3 years since I’ve put my pitbull down
My life ain’t the same, it’s an empty void I can’t fill
It sucks
I have to put my 27 year old mare down tomorrow. Please pray for me. I am praying for you. God bless us all!
It's a tough process but better to not let them die a slow painful death. ❤
God bless you. His strength will be with you, and I pray that you can lean into Him and feel comfort through your grief.
I’m so sorry. I have had horses all my life and I’ve had that sad experience. I’m so very sorry and will be praying for you. God bless. I respect you for being able to let her go when the time is right
I pray today goes smoothly for you, that your heart is filled with love and good memories and your mare feels all of that love as you send her off with her specially trimmed tail ♥️
As a fellow horse owner, my thoughts go to you and your mare.
The hardest part of having and loving a pet is letting them go when the time is right. Sending my deepest condolences to you and your family Garret. And TY for sharing this with us...we will all give our dogs a loving hug.
Thank you so much for sharing this with us. Just remember you are lifting him up from his pain and discomfort. From what I saw in the video he had a wonderful life , it's time. May the good Lord comfort you and your family. Blessings🙏
I’m so sorry! I’ve done that job more times than I care to remember! I always stay with them until they cross over. And it seems like the older I get the harder it is!
When the time comes to let go and say goodbye you know your doing the kindest thing....Love to you all ......❤️
I’m going to die when my two babies have to go and you did the right thing! don’t worry about what people say, You know dogs more than anyone. I pray someone helps me go! I’m so sorry, I feel your pain.
@@sheilagilleland4312 Please, don't say you're going to die when your babies go. Garret knows me... my love of German Shepherds. I've been "addicted" to them for 30 years. My first one lived to just short of 15, in her entire life she traveled the country with me staying in some 4 and 5 star hotels, I believe we spent less than 3 weeks worth of nights apart in that 15yrs (she was with me through everything). As I don't have any children, she was or was at that time (I had to put her down in my late 40s) she was as near as I'll ever know to having a child. I worked with many other dogs, fostered dogs but knew I wasn't ready for a "keeper" for at least 2-3yrs after her. I have since had and lost other German Shepherds, I have two now... 1 and 2yrs old. (Side note: Garret's guidance helped me avoid littermate syndrome even though they're a year apart, they share the same father.) My point... remain positive that you can help other dogs, that "your babies" would want you to continue caring for others. In the end, we know they will not live as long as us... it's the toughest part of owning/partnering/adopting a dog... but just as Garret says, we celebrate their lives. I'm now 62... these will be the last two "puppies" I raise. But being active in a German Shepherd Club, I expect I will still adopt or foster dogs until I physically can't handle them any longer.
Bro, they get 10 to 12 years. You got 13 man you did right by that dog bro.
The most important thing is that he lived a good and happy life with your family.
Knees Bent Prayers Sent, 🤞😇🙏
13 is old, especially for a big dog, it means he’s had good food, good care, lots of love, and quality training to keep him out of trouble. It’s not easy letting a dog of any age go, but at least you know that you’ve done what you can and now your letting him go live a pain free life over the rainbow bridge. Thank you for putting his happiness over your grief. We have to make every moment count, especially with our older pups. I’m sure he was a great dog. Rest in peace Xinphos
My mefium size, cocker spaniel girl is 13 yrs old. Still runs around but is slowing down. She's basically healthy but has benign skin growths. I'm thinking about when she gets sick😢and it's time😢
That's a long time for a big dog for sure, if a dog under 50lbs doesn't live till 15 was cut short
This is the real cost of loving a dog.
But so worth it.
Lost our 16 year old German Shepherd boy 2 days ago 😢. It’s the hardest feeling, we missed our sweet boy so much. But we pray God unites our pets with us in heaven 🌸.
Sorry for your loss. My last GSD made it 15 years. 😢❤
Sorry for your loss. I hope you and your family are doing fine. It never feels good but you can make it he is in a better place now. Sending prayers and love.
@@Middyman43 God bless you. Thank you for being so kind. 🙏
@@chasingtheoutdoors. thanks so much 🙏🙏 He was the best boy ever. I’m sure your GSD was the best too. 15 years are precious years. Sending my hearts 💕 to your family.
Wow! He lived a long life for a German Shepherd, I'm glad you got to spend all those years of love with him. Sorry for your loss.
I lost my 16 years old dog when I was 32 due to old age. Yes he had been with me half of my life at that point. today I’m 43 years old and I still miss him. Dogs are so loyal and faithful
Putting your dog down is one of the hardest things you’ll ever have to do.
definitely I remember the day I had to put one of my boys down I had to write down my responses because my speech just wasn't there they truly become our family
Agreed. A year later and I'm still crying,
then why do it? if he is old then let it pass naturally
@@kcnanand because there are times where the dog will suffer because of their condition. The saying “put him out of his misery” is true my dog’s intestines were twisted and completely destroyed being that he got into some kitty litter which forced me to have to sign him to be put down since the pet ER couldn’t do anything for him
Agree 💯 we were blessed my last to Dutchies died (16 and 14 y) without the help of the vet, calm and fast, just before the vet was coming to our house
We are so grateful for this last present they were giving to us
Please always make sure the vet comes to the house, when it's possible ..🙏
I'm not crying your crying.... We're all crying.
i wish dogs lived with us our entire lives. They are the best creatures on the planet.
He’s 13 1/2 yrs old.. you are his whole life…. He will tell you.. and you being when it’s time! You are close to him…. He is telling you.. you are not selfish! You are doing it at his pace and time.. and he’s told you! Run Free over the Rainbow Bridge! Young and free of pain! Hugs to your family! This act is the final act of kindness you can give him!
I remember the Rainbow Bridge😢
He is in heaven...sending a loved one to Heaven..paradise is the best act of kindness that can ever be done. Sad because I of missing our loved one..but its like sending one to a permanent vacation..to be loved by everyone whom encounters our loved one. Heaven bless all yall who read this.
Regardless of what anyone here says, he’s your guy. You’ve had him 13 years and only you guys will know when it’s time. Anyone judging you guys just wants some reason to put someone else down. Thank you for giving him a good long life and thank you for sharing his life with us.
I couldn't have said this better. ❤
We put our dog Zimba down this week. 94 LB pitty due to Bone Cancer. We had a tumor removed with two digits on his right paw. We took him up north in the country he stood up and protected me and his dad. We went to the vets office had xrays then made the decision. He had 3 to 6 weeks to live and was going down fast. It had spread to his lungs. Thank you for sharing 😢 condolences for your fur baby.❤
The love given by a dog in it's lifetime will last a entire humans. We truely don't deserve dogs. RIP Xiphos
God and dog. Unconditional love.
@@thetruth7354except God doesn't actually exist
@@SS-rr7byyou had to say that? You can't just respect that some ppl believe?
@perlajim3735 not if the belief is that some Sky Daddy exists, because that idea is asinine and ridiculous. I live in the real world
@@SS-rr7by ok then no one should ever respect any idea or belief you have. Also "real world" can you please present me with evidence that God has been proven real or has been proven to be false. You live in the real world so I know u must have that information. Right? I have yet to work with any scientists that have that info but I know you are going to show us.
May he rest in dog heaven 😢
All dogs go to heaven. ALL DOGS!
When he said "we're just going to give him chocolate, whats it going to hurt?" Hit me hard.
He wont be around to have to worry about getting sick 😥
The price we all pay when a dog gets in your heart.
Takes a big man to do this on camera. You and your family are helping so many people with these videos. This is always a hard thing. Me and mine are facing this decision right now too.
I have an 8 year old blue pitbull. She is a sweetheart, the most loving, most snuggly, cuddle bug. And I dread day I have to make this decision. My heart goes out to you and your family.
After my dog had died i was extremely saddened.
Months later i had a dream of him running to me. Coukd see his happy face. Felt so amazing.
Woke saddened.
My gsd a girl she died when she was not even 1 year old and I get very bad depression and I don't wanna any dog and one day I saw add woman trying to sell her gsd and if nobody to buy she must send him to dog shelter and then I said to my husband let's go but I knew gonna be something bad about and I was right dog lives in tiny village where it's few houses very quiet,10 months nobody listens doing what he wants and we live in busy city and he was agressive towards dogs, people and cars because of scared so we spend all days outside walk , socialising him, training him and one day I had enough I think it's never gonna be better but I cried and don't give up because I know dog shelter i can't do it to any dog and after 2 days miracle happens he was different dog and after 1 month starting playing with dogs in park ,now it's 1 year with us and it's the best dog play with every dog in park even sometimes trying to runaway and play with dogs because it's not patience, people can touch him and I love him to bits we sleep together,go everywhere together and I watching only garret videos and massive change in him behaviour from agressive dog transformed to dog eho loves playing with dogs
I dreamed that same dream about bailey he was a puppy in the dream and was so so happy and pain free ri.p to you my boy 14 Years i had him he was a Pitbull cross with a staffie. Sorry for your lose also xx❤❤❤❤
My dog died last august, had the realest dream ever of him walking in from the other room while I was at the desk and I swear I could feel his fur. Woke up and cried my eyes out
Same thing happened to me a week after my dog died. I dreamed he was by my bed barking, wagging his tail and he jumped on my bed
@@artiga16 these dreams and crying are the price we have to pay for loving them as much as we do
I've been here.
My dog hated the vets office.
I decided from the very beginning, that Kino would go at home, no fear.
The hardest part is while he was in my lap, keeping my energy as if nothing was happening, I had to do it for him. It doesn't take long, but having to hold it together, seemed like an eternity.
After he was gone, then I fell apart.
RIP big boy❤️🐾🌈
I'm so sorry and so glad your dog fell asleep in your arms
My senior dog hates the vet too❤
You have to accept that this day will come the day you bring them home. It will make you appreciate every day you have with them.
Everyone who has had the privilege of opening their hearts to a dog knows how you feel right now. So much love given and received. Rest well old boy.
You gave that big beautiful boy a great life. He did the same for you.
You gave him a long, wonderful life.
13 is crazy for that breed and that size. well done!
For real I was thinking same thing
Something I learned a while ago was that the worst part of having any pet is the goodbye
A dog will never break your heart until it’s heart stops beating. I’m so sorry 🥺💔
He's had the best life a dog could ever experience, you gave him the knowledge and environment to live his best life, and now your making the tough decision to make sure he moves onto the next world with all the dignity and happiness he experienced in this world.
I’m so sorry for your loss. We just lost our beloved pet of 14 years.
I'm sorry for your loss ❤
My condolences to you and your family. I'm sorry for your loss.😢🙏🏾
It’s never ever easy. But you know he had the best life possible. He needs you to do the right thing. God bless. RIP Xephos.
Lost my dog of 15 years a couple months ago. Its still killing me. Dogs are so wonderful. You are wonderful parents.
Sorry for your loss
He was very lucky to have you as the owner because Im sure he had the best life possible.
Several pets in my 78 years have caused me much grief when they left my life. Its amazing how much we humans can grieve over an animal. One fact! If you want to guard your heart against painful breaking and sorrow…NEVRR LOVE ANYTHING OR ANYONE! But then why is life worth living? ❤. May be too old for another Malinois,, i so painfully miss her. Maybe…. Maybe!
Sorry my man, had to put my German shepherd down two months ago. Hardest loss of my life. May his memory be a blessing to your entire family!
He lived a full, FULL life. You are letting him go with his dignity intact.
The definition of " A man can't leave his dog"❤
The cost of love is pain
Terrible feeling. I just lost my Cane Corso a month ago. His health declined unexpectedly. He was 5 years old. Sorry for your loss
He is in peace ❤🤝🏻
Same. Mine at 8. The worst. I miss her dearly.
Jesus. He was only 5!? He definitely did not have good genetics then, because no dog that's properly bred will die at 5 years old
My corso, went home in April. I’m sorry for your loss.
Stay strong you both ❤🤝🏻
That final gift is the hardest. You gave him a beautiful life and also the gift of renewal. Sending love, peace and comfort to you all. Run free Xiphos💙🌈🐾!!
Im 65 had dogs all my life , hardest part of life is putting your best friend down. Watching this brought some tears to my eyes.
3 weeks ago we had to put down our old girl, my wife and i celebrated her life and what a blessing she had been, we thanked God for the privilege that He trusted us with our Breeza 125 lbs of Anatolian Shepherd/Malamute when out in the mountains picknicing or cutting firewood, wheres Breezy? She would be under some tree just watching us, we always felt safe with her on lookout.
We have 3 other dogs a 12 year old German Shorthair, a sixyear old cross we inherited when step daughter died, and a 2 year old Corso.
The love of our dogs 😢 thank you Lord.
I was heartbroken to hear about the loss of your beloved Cane Corso, Xiphos. Thirteen years is such a significant amount of time, and I know that Xiphos was not just a pet but a cherished member of your family. My heart goes out to you and your family during this incredibly difficult time.
Having experienced the pain of losing a furry family member myself, I truly understand what you are going through. The bond we share with our pets is profound, and the void they leave behind is equally immense. Each wag of Xiphos's tail, every playful bark, and those moments of quiet companionship will be deeply missed.
The love from a mastiff breed dog is like none other. My wife and I have never been loved more than by our South African mastiff, so we understand the close bond these dogs have with their families. They are truly family members in every sense of the word.
Please remember that the decision you made was deeply personal and one that only you and your family could make. No one else can understand the love and care you had for Xiphos, nor can they comprehend what was best for him in his final moments. Trust that your choice was made out of love and compassion, and it was the right decision.
Hold on to the wonderful memories and the joy that Xiphos brought into your lives. These memories will always be a testament to the beautiful life he lived and the love he gave and received. You provided him with a loving home and a family that adored him, which is the greatest gift any pet could hope for.
I wish I could do something for you to make it better, but unfortunately, I can’t. I do share your grief, and I hope that knowing you are not alone in this brings some comfort.
With heartfelt condolences,
Robert
I just put my dog down last week and I cried like a baby. She was so old in sick, when she got to the point where she wouldn’t get up. I couldn’t see her like that. I had to make the decision to call the vet. I got her from the shelter and gave her the best life.
Its a fucking sad day when you have to say good bye to a beloved pet. Always remember the good times.
I couldn't watch this. I had to have my little Schnauzer put down after 14 years. He started having seizures that cause him to yelp and cry for minutes at a time. He was my constant shadow since he was 4 months old. I couldn't make a move without him following me. It's been over a year and I still grieve for him.
My wife and I give you our heart and prayers. We went through the same events last month with putting down our Chihuahua Banjo. We made three appointments and every time it was like he said hey I'm not done yet. Even 16 years with him wasn't enough. Now we have a 16 month old female Cane Corso. Thank you so much for sharing your journey through this. ❤️😢
The day you bring then home,they are destined to break your heart. Facing this with my 14 yr old Boston Terrier.
Wow! 13yrs. What a well loved pup and he blessed you with 13 years… my condolences.
We walked through this two months ago. I’m sorry for y’all’s loss - it’s just never long enough.
There’s no words. He was a lucky dog to have u as a dad
My dog died this month after 15 yrs. I SOBBED! I’ve never felt heartbreak like that in my life!! 😖But so many wonderful memories.🩷
Same, my 15 year old pitador passed in his sleep march 20. Burying him was the hardest thing I've ever done in my life so far.
@@bradleysmith9431so sorry 😞
So sorry 😞
❤ so sorry.
I'm so sorry
From the bottom of our hearts. Words can't even describe the heartache I feel for you all. We lost our Buddy was a ackbash x German Shepherd he was amazing saved calves lives from coyotes. Protected our kids. He was amazing. Two months after I made the difficult decision to put him down. We got our Diesel total opposite to Buddy a Siberian husky. Diesel has stepped up and is an amazing dog. Sending you all healing love.
I'm so sorry for your loss. Cherish his memories. Losing a dog is one of the hardest things a person has to go through. They're puppies until the end.
This topic cannot be ignored. I’ve had to make this decision a few times and it is heart wrenching every single time. I’ve lost dogs at age 17 and 16 and a cat at 18. And making that final decision was so difficult but yet I felt I owed it to them. I’m sorry you’re going through this.
Absolutely i will suffer the sorrow of the loss every single time over letting them suffering from pain.
I have had to make that decision only once because most of my dogs lived well above their expected lifespan and died in their sleep, it is not easy to make this decision, but I found it worse when they die on their own, I can't say why but it is just sadder when they go to bed and that's it.
You were right to help him be free of pain and suffering when you did. When they stop acknowledging and enjoying the things they always have, it’s time.
I've never cried as much as when my 10 yo old dog died due to an illness. They really don't deserve the suffering so I understand your decision.
Hate seeing grown men cry. Choked me up. What a wonderful life he had with you all. You are in my thoughts ❤
Very similar to the way my cane corso was at the end of her life aswell. Unfortunately this is what happens to big dogs when they get old. It breaks your heart but man are they worth every tear.
the loss of a dog doesn't leave a hole in your heart, it makes the heart grow from the love you shared with them.
Rest in peace xiphos you will be missed by all of us 🕊️
Your story touched my heart. RIP sweet boy. You will live in your family’s heart forever!!!
Man you have no idea how much I appreciate this video. We’re going through this too.
There aren't proper words to express how we all feel about this for you and your family, but with all you've allowed us to be involved in your and your dogs' lives, please know that you are not alone. There will be many, many followers grieving with you. Bless you and yours, and may your memories be a great consolation.
I went through this 29th November 2023 and still haven't healed from losing my best friend. This made me cry
Xiphos will be missed by the community and me. When you see that painful goodbye coming, you judge their quality of life and weigh it against what they are enduring, and find the loving balance. The dog will understand if you need to take a few days or week or more to come to grips with the process.
Personally, if I was in the dogs paws and I knew my family needed a few more days to prepare, I'd happily endure with love to give my family the time they need.
Chef waiting for him up there so they can run together again , worst part about having a dog is saying good bye too your best friend
Huge respect and love to you and your family for sharing such a difficult and painful experience. It’s incredibly brave and generous of you to do this. Thank you! I have said goodbye to three of my male rescue Rottweilers. Hardest days of my life and the best days having them with me. Are lives are always better with them and they are always different and incredible characters in their own individual way. I will never forget your sharing of this. Peace and love to you and your family
13. What a freaking champion. Your whole team is champions man
Makes me realize how lucky I've been with dogs passing in the past, both of my previous dogs passed in their sleep before too much trouble, my condolences.
That's a blessing. Having to make that choice on behalf of your dog, even when you know it's the right thing to do, it's one of the toughest things you'll ever have to do. I'm sorry for your losses.
Yeah you'd think that it would be harder to have your dog pass in their sleep but no.. You're lucky
Oh man. What a gift, which feels odd to say.
I can only hope that when my XL pittie reaches his golden years, I can be so lucky.
RIP to your pups.
My 15 year old pitador, PoPo, passed in his sleep. It was a surprise bc he didn't show any health problems. I remember that night though he ate 2 servings of food, he was extra hungry. I guess he knew he was going on a trip, but didn't tell me. I always dreaded the thought of getting him put down, so I consider it a blessing he went in his sleep. He laid down on his pillow and just fell asleep. I believe God sends us these fur babies into our life, as a guardian angel of some sorts.
@@bradleysmith9431 Darn you people, trying to make me cry. When did you say goodbye to PoPo? We had to say goodbye to Shasta, our GSD mix not quite 2 years ago. That dog literally saved my wife and daughter's lives during pregnancy. My wife had a condition that's not hereditary, and there are no markers to watch for. It just happens pretty randomly, even with the most healthy of pregnancies. It does damage to multiple organs, makes your Platelets level bottom out which makes clotting harder, and your enzymes skyrocket which is just an all around really bad thing. My mom was a labor & delivery nurse for most of her 42 year nursing career, and usually by the time the mother feels bad enough to get checked out, it's at a point the mother, child, or both do not survive the pregnancy. If not for Shasta and her severe anxiety that morning, we never would have gone to the hospital when we did, and the damage was already starting. The doctor came in and did bloodwork, and had us in an OR doing an emergency C-section 30 minutes later. He told us after that if we had not come in until the following day, he's pretty sure one or both would not have survived. Shasta always came in and slept in her crate near me, but from the day we brought our baby home, Shasta NEVER came to bed without first walking through our child's room and checking in on her first, every day for 12 years. About 2 weeks before she left, Shasta come upstairs and didn't go into our daughter's room before coming to bed, and I just lost it because I knew that was a marker that the time was getting really close. Even though she wasn't feeling well and was starting to shift to try and get comfortable, she was still always sweet and loving and happy, even in the vet's office when we were all crying, and she was trying to cheer us up.
Vets are some people I really pity when it's time to say goodbye. Some are able to more or less emotionally detach. Our vet doesn't have that ability. When she came in to tell us Shasta had maybe 2 months to live tops, she could not stop crying. She cried every bit as much as we did when that day came. I don't know when PoPo passed, but if you're looking for another dog now or in the future, check out the Puppy/crate training course at DIYK9.com. It includes a lot of info on helping pick a good dog from a litter, which dogs will be what you're looking for, and which you want to avoid. There are several ways to do this correctly. I wish I'd known this before we got our older dog almost 6 years ago. We love Snowbell and she's as sweet and loving as can be, but she's fearful which comes across as aggressive to people that don't know much about dogs, and she has retinal atrophy which means her eyes are getting worse and worse, and eventually she'll be blind. She's getting close. When it's darker in a room, she'll go up to the ottoman or couch get sit with us and she'll paw at the couch or ottoman to make sure where she is before jumping up. If I'd known what Garret has in these courses then, I would have been able to get a more confident dog with better genetics.
It's hard making the decision. But remember we are their decision makers and they count on us. ❤
It’s hard, I’m sorry for your loss. He’s not in pain anymore and he knows he was loved.
I Lost my APBT, Ahri, at 6 years young to bone cancer. We had the vet come to the house and we laid with her as she went to sleep for the last time. She was in so much pain she needed a double dose of the medicine to fall asleep. She’s not in pain anymore.
This was in September and I still miss her every day. She was truly the sweetest dog ever with her family and we all hope to see her again some day.
I still miss my childhood dog slept with me every night from age 4 to 18. I’m in my sixties now and still think and miss every pet I have had and lost. Their lives impact us for life. Sorry for your loss💔
Just went through this 1hr ago with our 16yr old Pitty. In home euthanasia. Hardest thing I ever had to do. I layed with him and held him close for the past 30hrs , im freaking exhausted.
You have a beautiful dog , and it sounds like he has done a great job doing what he was born to do, my condolences ahead of time....
The world is a lesser place.
Bless you and I'm so sorry for your loss xx it will gradually become easier to bear, but he'll never really leave you - his love and loyalty will live inside you forever x
A good dog lives deep within your heart, they never leave they just go up the stairs before us and wait ✋🙏
Had to put down my 18 year old cat months ago who was dying of old age. My biggest regret was not putting her down when she started being unable to even make it to the litter boxes. I won't get into the details but know I will NEVER EVER make that mistake again.
Xiphos is a beautiful dog who got to live life to the fullest. The dude made it passed 10 which is VERY impressive for such a large breed and it's in large party to his resilience and awesome dog parents. Tahnk you, Xee for your service in the Channel and I hope you enjoy your new job guarding the Gates of Heaven. Rest in Peace
I had to out my 15.5 year old car down in September. Hardest day of my life.
@@BlueDauntless At least their suffering is over now
It’s the worst feeling in this world. I hope u and ur family are doing ok. He lived an amazing life w u, but when it’s time to go it’s time to go. This dog will never be forgotten.
DAMN man I am so fucking sorry.. if I would trust anyone with knowing the time. IT WOULD BE YOU. my heart goes out to you and your family. PLEASE STAY STRONG.
This made me cry. Losing a pet is such a hard loss and pain to the heart. May you and your family feel peace 🕊️ ❤️🩹
What an amazing 13 years he had with you....what a blessing to have all of those memories. Keep your head up and keep him close in your heart and take all the lessons he taught you with you forever. It's never easy losing our family.
I still sometimes cry when I talk about my Hooch. He was my golden child. My French mastiff that we had to put down a few years ago. Absolutely heartbreaking and wrenching. My condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. It’s a hard decision to make but it’s the right decision.
Rest easy big man, 5 years ago I lost my dog and still doesn’t feel the same even tho I have another , their love is one of a kind, my condolences to you guys
No matter how many dogs we have all are special and when they leave we are changed forever ❤
it's like he knows his time is coming, laying there in his last moments with the ones he loves most. very sad that death consumes all but just know on the other side everything will make sense and we will all be at peace. r.i.p a very good boy.
I'm so sorry. I can't see these stories without crying. Just know you gave him the best life possible. 💔
Yeah the sad thing is even if you give your dog the best life it still hurts.
Xiphos sounds like he was an amazing dog and family member. I am so sorry for your loss.
Doesn’t matter how old anyone is loved ones death are always to soon, rest in peace Xiphos
I'm sorry for your loss Garrett, please stay happy for you and your family. This dog won't be forgotten.....
❤I had to let my dog 14 and a half year old Dalmatian go 5 weeks ago. I feel for you. Big hole in every single room I go into. Xx
Sorry for your loss ❤ I said goodbye to my last two, peacefully at home with an amazing service. It really is a beautiful way to let them go, stress free and at home where they're happy and comfortable.
It doesn't lessen the loss & hurt, but it does lessen trauma for all involved especially for our pets.
And a shout out to the amazing, kind-hearted vets that do this challenging work, you're all so valued and deeply appreciated.❤
Hardest part of having a K-9 friend is having to let them go. I gave my shepherd his favorite things to eat before the time came. He loved KFC extra crispy chicken and ice cream. I gave him two chicken breasts from KFC and my GF gave him a quart of vanilla ice cream.
Sam had Canine degenerative myelopathy which made the decision to put him down even more painful. He was normal from mid back up. Broke my heart. He was 9 yrs old. Damn man you’re making me cry.
Went through exactly the same thing with my Shepherd and had to say goodbye to her 3 months ago. It's so cruel, and we lost Cleo at just 8. It utterly broke me for a while but the memories last forever and their love stays with you x we pick up our new Rottweiler puppy on Tuesday and while she won't replace my beloved Cleo, we start another chapter thankful that she was part of our family and always will be.
The love they bring into our lives is just as powerful as the heartbreak when we say goodbye. My heart goes out to your family including your fur kids.
So sorry for your loss :(
I just went through the same thing with my 14-year-old lab. I barely remember life not having that dog. She was such a big part of my life. It’s been about three months now and I still miss her so bad.😔❤️
Yes, when the quality of life is gone, it's time. Thanks for sharing. I'm going through the same thing right now with our 13yr old. We don't want suffering. Ya'll are in my hearts and prayers! ❤ And bless your angel! 🎉
He's one of the lucky ones to have a home where he's loved and well cared for. The only way to look at it is to use it as an opportunity to care for another dog that needs a good home. I went through this 3 months ago and the hole is still there. RIP with all the chocolate and steaks big guy!
Had to put my cat Granny Suzie to sleep a couple of days ago at the age of 18, her heart was giving up and despite being hospitalised and put on medication to see if she could make it a little longer, nothing was working and I could see it was time to let her go with dignity before she really starts to suffer. Losing a beloved pet is one of the most heart breaking losses