Bitsy Button Sutton
I knew the day would come when we had to say goodbye to our sweet Bitsy. But time caught all of us by surprise this week, as she went into severe kidney failure. We couldn’t turn it around. We said goodbye to her yesterday, and she died in my arms. I would have gone with her if I could have.
She was our companion, a best friend and she gave us unconditional love. I feel so empty now that she is gone, like my heart has been hollowed. I see her everywhere.
Chelsea and Mooch were her friends and I know the house must feel empty for them too. When we came home without her, Chelsea walked all around the outside of the car sniffing.
Bitsy was a gift to us from heaven, and I’m so grateful for the time we had with her. She taught us so much. You can read about her here.
I hope the tears will stop in a few days, and my heart will fill with memories of her. For those of you who have been through the death of a pet, I know you understand the feeling.
Bitsy has her wings now and I hope she’s learning to use them well. I will miss her so much.
Hugs to each of you who have ever lost a pet.
Anne
167 Comments
Megan
Dear Anne, So very sorry to hear about the loss of Bitsy. I can imagine how you feel. It is just such a loss, and so sad for Chelsea and Mooch. We lost our German Shepherd at 15 years and some months, she’d had a hard life before we got her… my cattle dog had never been alone before she’d had her ‘Mum’ with her all her life, she died a couple of years later at 17 and a bit. I would rush to the house after an evening shift expecting her to be there… this went on for months. I saw her in the garden for many months after she’d died. It was especially hard as both our girls had to be put to sleep and the guilt was hard to take, there was little alternative really. You will have fond memories and many more tears. I feel for you so much. It’s been many years but I still can’t think of another dog, just want mine back. Remember she was blessed with you too, you made her life so happy, and she yours. Take care.
Jenny
Oh I feel for you they become members of the family not pets and its just as distressing to lose them.
Lynda
Oh Anne, I can’t tell you how sorry I am. I had a feeling when I saw the title that it was going to be sad news. As someone who’s lived with pets for most of my 63 years, I understand the heartbreak that comes with a beloved pet’s death.
Please accept my most sincere condolences, and my wish that Bitsy’s memory will be a blessing for you and your husband.