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Kimmie,

I'm so sorry you had to put your buddy/friend down! It's such a hard thing to do even when you know the timing and reasons are right. Letting our pets die in our arms is the most compassionate way to do it, in my opinion.

:friends: Jean

My heart is breaking for you. The only thing I can offer is to let you know that your best friend is now at the Bridge waiting for you, enjoying the sweet smell of the grass, the warm sun and with other buddies playing and romping until they also are reunited with their loved ones. I know the feeling well; also not wanting to let them go but when the time comes, they tell us and we must do that which is so hard.

The unconditional love that a dog gives to us is the most beautiful thing in the world. If only humans could learn from them.

Remember though that the wonderful times you shared will always have their special place in your heart and will keep that place until you meet at the Bridge.

Oh Kimmie, I am so sad for you! Letting a loved pet go to the rainbow bridge is always so hard! I will keep you in my heart this week!

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....

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Kimmie,

I am sorry to hear about your best friend/buddy. He's running and playing now.

Kimmie,

I have tears streaming down my face as that unselfish act is probably the hardest thing to do.

You are in my thoughts and heart.

Take care and I am so sorry for your loss.

Dickons