Lost My Sweet Boy Today

Sapphiregal · ‎04-08-2019

I had posted a few days ago about (Anxiety In Dogs) concerning my big, beautiful golden lab, Toby. I posted this same picture on that thread. Today, we had to let him go. As I had mentioned in that thread, he was diagnosed with cancer last August. He had really been doing ok as far as the cancer was concerned we thought, but, 2 days ago, he began dragging one of his back legs. Then it got so bad, he couldn't use it at all. We took him to the vet today and they X-rayed his spine. The cancer was a huge mass in his chest cavity beside his heart and the cancer had spread to his spine. I am beyond heart broken. He was my constant companion and the most loyal and devoted dog I have ever had. I am so lost without him and cannot stop crying.

Dogs are God's most perfect creatures. Angels here on earth to teach us to be better humans.

PinkyPetunia · ‎03-09-2010

I am so very sorry for your loss. It is heartbreaking to let a beloved pet go but you did the right thing. Remember the good days and how much you loved each other.

kivah · ‎03-11-2010

Toby is a beautiful dog. It's heart-wrenching to lose a dog --- but when they're sick, we can't let them suffer. Just remember all those happy times with him - all the love and comfort he brought. I have a little lhasa apso - who's been my comfort for almost 11 years. They love us so much and they ask so little of us. Stay strong!!!! Sandy in Calif.

countrylady · ‎03-17-2010

I am so very sorry.

Skyegirl21 · ‎03-20-2010

Dear Sapphire,

Words are of little help, but I am so sorry. I’m sure you gave him a wonderful life that other dogs will never have. You just have to go through this, it comes with the territory, and all of us fur-baby mamas understand... and it will be a while.

When you are ready, I hope you will honor Toby by giving a home to another fur-baby, it will cheer you again - Sending peace and prayers. 🎈Skye.

J Town Girl · ‎06-13-2011

I am so sorry for your loss. My heart just breaks when I read posts like these. I'm a small dog person but if I was going to have a large dog it would definitely be a Labrador Retriever. I've always loved that breed of dog.

Please take comfort in knowing that Toby will always be with you in your memories.

May your handsome Toby rest in peace until you are reunited with him again.

SXMGirl · ‎07-07-2010

@Sapphiregal I am so sorry about Toby and my heart breaks for you. He was such a handsome and good boy and I know that you miss him terribly. Keep all of those good thoughts about him and know that he is now pain-free and is watching over you.

The next time that I hear salt and ice together, it better be in a margarita!