My Sweet Peanut
I had to say goodbye to Peanut last week and it hurts so much I can hardly write this post. She’s been fighting IBD since we brought her home. At first, her medications worked wonders, but slowly over time, they quit and we’ve had to try new ones. I knew it was bad when our vet referred us to a specialist and the chemo drug, she put her on didn’t work. She told me there was nothing else they could do.
I am so grateful for my time with her. She loved me with every inch of her little being. When you rescue a dog, I have no doubt they realize it.
Chelsea has been depressed and at first, she hardly ate. Grief is something we all go through when we say goodbye to a beloved pet. I’ve taken Chelsea for extra walks, given her extra love, and made sure she has lots of attention. Tweety won’t let her walk across the room without giving her head-butts. I captured this photo of Chelsea and Tweety together this week, looking out my studio window.
My sweet Peanut will be missed more than words can say. Hugs to all of you who have lost a beloved pet. You must know exactly how I feel.
Anne
97 Comments
Diane
I’m so sorry for your loss.
Anita Keeton
All I can send is hugs and love.❤️ Time does take the sting away from the hurt, but they take a piece of us with them and leave a hole in our heart. I hope my little old man who crossed the rainbow bridge was there to meet Peanut, and run free with her until they meet us again.🤗🙏🌈💔😥
Annette
Anne, I am so sorry for your loss, my condolences. Peanut was very lucky to live in your home.
Marie Groves
So sorry. A dog never dies, he is just sleeping in your heart.
Marian
Dear Anne, sorry to hear about Peanut, it is difficult to lose one who is so beloved. (((HUGS)))
DeAnna Dodson
Oh, Anne. I am SO, SO sorry to hear this. I never had the privilege of meeting Peanut in person, but her pictures are so precious, I feel as if I’ve lost one of my own. I know there is nothing anyone can say or do to make this better for you, but please know that we love you, we grieve with you, and that we’re praying for you. And, yes, pets definitely grieve, too. Love on them all.
Janet Bickel
My heart goes out to you. Before my rabbits died, I joked that they went to to the doctor more often than I did. So grive as long as you need too. But one day you’ll be able to remember all the joy and happiness he (or she) she gave you. For now my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mary T Salmon
Yes, I know exactly how you feel, Anne. My love to you.
Mary
Kristie M Michalowski
I am sorry for your loss. It is so very hard when they pass.
Karla
The hurt and loss does go away, but you will always have them in your heart.
Linda Liquin
So very sorry for your loss. It is so difficult to say goodbye to our fur babies.
Tammy
I do know how you feel. I am in tears. Sorry for your families loss.
Sharon Treece
Anne, So sorry for your loss. Yes it is heartbreaking to lose a family member. <3
Linda Bird
Such a sad, sad time for you and for your other pets. Losing a pet is definitely losing a family member. Everyone grieves. The wonderful memories remain.
Judy
Sadness…… I have many granddogs in heaven waiting for Peanut.
Martina Kupitz
Sorry for your loss and I know exactly how it feels. Lost mine almost 2 years ago and still not over it.
Cheryl
I do. I cherish the photos and memories. Hugs to you.
Jane
So sorry for your loss. They take a piece of our heart when they leave us.
Diane Smith
I am soooo sorry. I also am down to my last Yorkie. I know your pain.
Hugs, Diane 💕💕💕
Brenda Scott
My heart breaks for you. I have lost my Pug 4 yrs ago, 4 months after losing him, I lost my Golden Retriever and then 4 months ago one of my cats. Our pets are family that’s why we hurt so deeply. My thoughts are with you. Hugs
Ruth Chapman
Yes, it is always so hard to lose a beloved pet. Just remember how much love and fun she brought into your life and dwell on how lucky she was to have been rescued,loved and cared for by you.
Karen Seitz
Anne – I am so sorry to hear about Peanut! It’s so difficult to watch our beloved pets decline and especially hard when we get to the point that we can’t help them any longer. Hugs to you and your family while you grieve.
Trish
I am so very sorry for the grief you are feeling. I know how hard it is to lose a special pet. Hugs to you during this tender time.
Dora
I can see the love in her eyes. They gives us so much love. Sending you a hug back. 💕
Rebecca
I know exactly how you feel Anne I had to say goodbye to my dog Gizmo last November he was 17years old. My heart goes out to you. Our fur babies are so much part of our family. Sending hugs 💕
Carole Crane
What a beautiful picture, it will help to keep a wonderful memory.
Loris Mills
I’m so sorry for your loss. It is so hard to say good bye. It’s been 2 weeks since we had to let my Elinor go. My kitty had IBS and probably a lymphoma much too hard to treat. My other cat also has IBS and a lymphoma but one that is responding to a pretty easy chemo regimen. She had a few days where she was grieving for Elinor but has pretty much come back to doing better now. We do the best we can without putting them through too much treatment but it’s never easy. I’m praying the happier memories soothe your soul and cheer you soon.
Lori
Anne….my heart hurts for you and your little furry babies….It is true that the fur babies also miss their little friends….much love headed your way…..hugs
Linda from Ohio
(((((( Anne )))))) <3 :'(
Kim
My heart goes out to you Anne, and I’m convinced that Peanut knew the immense measure of your love. I’m so glad Chelsea has Tweety for comfort and their picture proves that animals do have feelings. What a beautiful image! Big hugs to you as you navigate the grief ahead and find ways to celebrate Peanut’s life.
Laure
Thank you for being a rescue mom and showing Peanut what a good life was all about. Lots of hugs to you.
mimisdarlins
I am so very sorry about your sweet little Peanut. I have experienced losing pets, and I do understand what a big space they leave when we lose them. The nice thing they leave is all the precious memories. Take care, Anne….love.
Sarah Drees
loosing a pet no matter what their age is heart breaking…so we treasure the time we have with them….they make us smile and then we cry…
Carolyn
So sorry. She looks like such a sweet girl. I know how hard to goodbyes.
Prayers and thoughts to you.❤️
Barb H.
So sorry, a pet is hard to lose. Years later, remember the love of a pet.
Debbie MacRae
So sad to hear the news about Peanut, a pet holds a special place in our hearts and when they leave they take a part of that with them! 😔
Carol
Sincere condolences
Barbara York
I wanted to write and send you my love on the loss of your beloved Peanut. My pet is a Beautiful Calico Cat and she is 17 years old. I know she is close to her time because she sleeps all the time and won’t leave my side. She sits above me on the couch and is always placing her paw on my back like the picture of your cat and puppy. I have to tell you that one brought tears to my eyes. I think she knows to and that is her way of comforting me. Animals do in fact feel grief and your cat knows the dog is feeling it, she is trying to comfort him. I love your blog and my prayers will be with you for healing from your loss.
Brenda
I’m so sorry for your loss. When we lose our fur babies, it’s so hard. And, yes, our other fur babies do grieve as well. That pic is so sweet. Sending you big hugs.
Marge
Oh, Anne, I am so sorry for your loss. Peanut was very lucky to have you for her person. Try to think of her not as not gone…..but gone on ahead. With heartfelt sympathy. ❤️
Lori Weigel
Anne, so sorry your lil Peanut is gone. Blessing, Lori
Shirley Burt
So sad for you. That pain will last so long. I am so very sorry for all of you. We do understand.
Margaret marinich
My condolences. I also have an ailing Yorkie. Anytime …. he’s fourteen and my little man. Will miss him when he’s gone. They sure tug on our heart.
Kristi Pratt
So sorry for ya’lls loss. Definitely leaves a hole.
Ingrid Mijares
Lamento mucho tu pérdida. Qué hermosa era tu Peanut. Recibe un fuerte abrazo desde Venezuela.
Michele T
Awwww… it’s heartbreaking when we have to say goodbye to a fur baby. I do know the emptiness and pain you are feeling. It’s amazing how Tweety is comforting Chelsea… they will form a closer bond. Hugs to you all.
Marylou Wahl
Anne I am so very sorry for your loss -it is so true our pets become part of our family. Many Blessings to you.
Carmen
My heart goes out today you. It is always difficult to lose our furry ones.
Jan Taylor
Anne, The pain of losing a pet is so overwhelming. I wish you love and healing. Thank you for sharing Peanuts story. She is running free and happy in heaven. Hugs 🤗
Sharon Ernst
Insaid goodbye to my darling little Westie two years ago. There isn’t a dat that goes by that I don’t miss her. She was one of a kind, sharing unconditional love and joy.
I hope your other pets help to heal your grief. 🙏🏻