Comments on: Do Dogs Grieve? http://www.smalldogsparadise.com/alternative-treatments/do-dogs-grieve/ Holistic Approach to Pampering Small Dogs Wed, 17 Mar 2010 01:14:51 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 hourly 1 By: Renée http://www.smalldogsparadise.com/alternative-treatments/do-dogs-grieve/comment-page-1/#comment-63710 Renée Sat, 28 Nov 2009 02:12:29 +0000 http://www.smalldogsparadise.com/alternative-treatments/do-dogs-grieve/#comment-63710 Hi Glenda, Sorry for your loss. Your dog needs time to grieve which it's a natural process all dogs have to go through. Give it time. As to whether you should get another dog, it's very much depends. I written a post on that and you might want to read it. <a href="http://www.smalldogsparadise.com/pet-loss/should-i-get-another-dog-after-the-other-dog-has-died/" rel="nofollow"> Should I Get Another Dog After the Other Dog Has Died?</a> HTH Hi Glenda,

Sorry for your loss. Your dog needs time to grieve which it’s a natural process all dogs have to go through. Give it time.

As to whether you should get another dog, it’s very much depends. I written a post on that and you might want to read it. Should I Get Another Dog After the Other Dog Has Died?

HTH

]]> By: Glenda Lawson http://www.smalldogsparadise.com/alternative-treatments/do-dogs-grieve/comment-page-1/#comment-63687 Glenda Lawson Fri, 27 Nov 2009 19:39:18 +0000 http://www.smalldogsparadise.com/alternative-treatments/do-dogs-grieve/#comment-63687 One of our dogs recently passed away and our Blue Tick Beagle is having a very hard time. She keeps looking for him. We have other dogs but she really loved playing outside with this particular one. Should we get another dog? She doesn't play like she used to and she lays around much more. She barks at us and moans. Please advise us? One of our dogs recently passed away and our Blue Tick Beagle is having a very hard time. She keeps looking for him. We have other dogs but she really loved playing outside with this particular one.
Should we get another dog? She doesn’t play like she used to and she lays around much more. She barks at us and moans. Please advise us?

]]> By: Kat http://www.smalldogsparadise.com/alternative-treatments/do-dogs-grieve/comment-page-1/#comment-57031 Kat Mon, 13 Jul 2009 13:41:43 +0000 http://www.smalldogsparadise.com/alternative-treatments/do-dogs-grieve/#comment-57031 I am truly sorry for your loss, and I just know your Furbaby is looking down on you and Heidi. I lost my Chocolate Lab (Tidi), she was 13 yrs old. She fought as long as she could to stay with us. I have her son Cairo who is now 8. He misses his mother very much. I do walk him and pet him as much as I can to let him know that we love him and he is not alone. Just like Tidi, Ginger knows she had a happy and wonderful life, and if she could talk she would thank you for such a wonderful life you gave her. I know it's not easy losing a loved one, it will take time, but know that Heidi, loves you and is there for you as well. Take care and God Bless Kat I am truly sorry for your loss, and I just know your Furbaby is looking down on you and Heidi. I lost my Chocolate Lab (Tidi), she was 13 yrs old. She fought as long as she could to stay with us. I have her son Cairo who is now 8. He misses his mother very much. I do walk him and pet him as much as I can to let him know that we love him and he is not alone. Just like Tidi, Ginger knows she had a happy and wonderful life, and if she could talk she would thank you for such a wonderful life you gave her. I know it’s not easy losing a loved one, it will take time, but know that Heidi, loves you and is there for you as well. Take care and God Bless

Kat

]]> By: Lori http://www.smalldogsparadise.com/alternative-treatments/do-dogs-grieve/comment-page-1/#comment-18868 Lori Mon, 25 Feb 2008 19:07:08 +0000 http://www.smalldogsparadise.com/alternative-treatments/do-dogs-grieve/#comment-18868 Hi Renee,thanks for responding so quickly.I am so sorry for your loss also.Your advice is so appreciated, and I will do all you recommend. I agree we need to get Heidi through this process before thinking about adoption, I just thought it would make her happy again since she has never been with only a human family. She spent her entire life living and loving her adopted "sisters and brothers", along with me, we were all family. When one would be lost forever, she always depended on Ginger.I never had a situation with only one dog alone. Through the years, I have adopted many unwanted shelter dogs, and we all would be a family.They would live out their lives in so much happiness and love,and when illness would take one from our family,the other dogs had each other, and I had them, and we made it through the grief and loss. This time is just so different,since now Heidi only has me,her human Mom. And I have never seen one of my babies grieve like this. It is so terribly sad. I will try all of your tips and advice, and will wait to adopt also. I just pray I can help her get through this, since she has no interest in eating. I will not give up helping her, and I thank God I have her to help me. I will keep updating you on our progress, and any other tips are always needed and appreciated. I also pray that you,your family, and everyone human and pets, can get through these times of loss and eventually find happiness again. Thank you! Lori and Heidi Hi Renee,thanks for responding so quickly.I am so sorry for your loss also.Your advice is so appreciated, and I will do all you recommend. I agree we need to get Heidi through this process before thinking about adoption, I just thought it would make her happy again since she has never been with only a human family. She spent her entire life living and loving her adopted “sisters and brothers”, along with me, we were all family. When one would be lost forever, she always depended on Ginger.I never had a situation with only one dog alone. Through the years, I have adopted many unwanted shelter dogs, and we all would be a family.They would live out their lives in so much happiness and love,and when illness would take one from our family,the other dogs had each other, and I had them, and we made it through the grief and loss. This time is just so different,since now Heidi only has me,her human Mom. And I have never seen one of my babies grieve like this. It is so terribly sad. I will try all of your tips and advice, and will wait to adopt also. I just pray I can help her get through this, since she has no interest in eating. I will not give up helping her, and I thank God I have her to help me. I will keep updating you on our progress, and any other tips are always needed and appreciated. I also pray that you,your family, and everyone human and pets, can get through these times of loss and eventually find happiness again. Thank you! Lori and Heidi

]]> By: Renée http://www.smalldogsparadise.com/alternative-treatments/do-dogs-grieve/comment-page-1/#comment-18848 Renée Mon, 25 Feb 2008 09:26:34 +0000 http://www.smalldogsparadise.com/alternative-treatments/do-dogs-grieve/#comment-18848 Hi Lori, I'm so sorry for your loss. I can relate to your problem as I'm facing similar situation since Rudy passed away on the 10th. Here are some additional suggestions. 1. I find sunlight helps to alleviate the mood. If the morning and evening sun is warm enough, take a stroll (if mobility is not too big an issue for you) around the park with Heidi. Find a quiet bench and enjoy the warm fresh air together. Take a few good deep breathe while you reflect on the fun times you had with Ginger. As you do so, send loving messages to Heidi. You can also send telepathy messages while you massage or groom Heidi. 2. Most dogs can go without food for one or three days but make sure there is plenty of water for her. If Heidi isn’t lactose intolerant, give her some milk to drink. My dogs prefer cold milk before bedtime, so you have to experiment that with Heidi. Remember to give her low fat milk or yogurt. Oatmeal for breakfast is nutritious, you might want to try this too. 3. Finally, I'd recommend giving her <a href="http://www.smalldogsparadise.com/griefpining" rel="nofollow">Grief and Pining Formula</a> to help with her grieving. It has helped my dogs tremendously. Let’s get Heidi in good shape first before thinking about adopting. Okay? :) Peace and Love Hi Lori,

I’m so sorry for your loss. I can relate to your problem as I’m facing similar situation since Rudy passed away on the 10th.

Here are some additional suggestions.

1. I find sunlight helps to alleviate the mood. If the morning and evening sun is warm enough, take a stroll (if mobility is not too big an issue for you) around the park with Heidi. Find a quiet bench and enjoy the warm fresh air together. Take a few good deep breathe while you reflect on the fun times you had with Ginger. As you do so, send loving messages to Heidi. You can also send telepathy messages while you massage or groom Heidi.

2. Most dogs can go without food for one or three days but make sure there is plenty of water for her. If Heidi isn’t lactose intolerant, give her some milk to drink. My dogs prefer cold milk before bedtime, so you have to experiment that with Heidi. Remember to give her low fat milk or yogurt. Oatmeal for breakfast is nutritious, you might want to try this too.

3. Finally, I’d recommend giving her Grief and Pining Formula to help with her grieving. It has helped my dogs tremendously.

Let’s get Heidi in good shape first before thinking about adopting. Okay? :)

Peace and Love

]]> By: Lori http://www.smalldogsparadise.com/alternative-treatments/do-dogs-grieve/comment-page-1/#comment-18841 Lori Mon, 25 Feb 2008 05:06:39 +0000 http://www.smalldogsparadise.com/alternative-treatments/do-dogs-grieve/#comment-18841 Please,I really need some advice and help. On 1/22/08,my worst nightmare became reality. My beloved 18year old dachshund Ginger passed away. I am so devastated, and it is only getting worse for me. I adpted her in 1994, and the last few years, she has been under monthly vet care for several age related problems, but always seemed to bounce back again. But,when she got so sick, and there was no other option, I finally had to make that horrible decision to get a vet to come to our home on 1/22/08, and help her gently go to heaven, while she was wrapped in my loving arms. The vet said it was the right time. But I am so devastated and sad. But I need advice on my 8year old Chihuahua,Heidi,(I adopted Heidi at 6weeks of age,so she has been with Ginger all her life),is mourning her loss,and she is getting worse. It is now Feb 24, and Heidi has stopped eating completely, sleeps almost all the time, except when she seems to search the apartment.She stares off into space,as if she has given up.When I found your article today,I realize that my instincts were correct,because your tips on helping a grieving pet,are the same things I have been doing for the last month.However, nothing is helping her. She stopped eating right away on her own, so I even tried many other foods, but she wants nothing. The only nutrition she has gotten is when I actually can push little pieces of chicken in her mouth, and that wont work now. Ginger and Heidi always ate together, including loving the same treats. The treats are the only thing now that she has even a slight interest in. And that is dwindling. I am 47,and disabled since 1994 due to a chronic illness. Prior to my illness, I always adopted many dogs, and had a nice home, and have always taken care of my Mom in my home,who is now 79. But 4 years ago, I lost my home due to my limited income, and we are living in an apartment that thankfully accepts dogs. I love and loved all my dogs through the years, However, Ginger was my absolute best friend,my little girl, and loved me sooo much, she was so gentle and loving, would not hurt anyone or anything and loved everything. She couldnt be seperated from me, especially the last few years. She loved Heidi so much and was like a mother dog to her. Ginger and Heidi were always together with me and they were my life,and purpose, and they were always shown so much love and care from me. I try not to show Heidi my devastation over my loss of Ginger, I try everything to bring her out of this and be my happy girl again. What do I do? Will she starve? My Mom keeps telling me that she will get over it, and will eventually eat meals again. She also thinks that we cannot afford to adopt another dog. I feel that we can, and should save another life, and help Heidi love a playmate again. I can never replace Ginger, but I love all animals, and never thought it was right to have one dog. I feel that it may help me and Heidi come out of this. I dont know what my next step should be. How can I help Heidi? Please help with any suggestions. Please,I really need some advice and help. On 1/22/08,my worst nightmare became reality. My beloved 18year old dachshund Ginger passed away. I am so devastated, and it is only getting worse for me. I adpted her in 1994, and the last few years, she has been under monthly vet care for several age related problems, but always seemed to bounce back again. But,when she got so sick, and there was no other option, I finally had to make that horrible decision to get a vet to come to our home on 1/22/08, and help her gently go to heaven, while she was wrapped in my loving arms. The vet said it was the right time. But I am so devastated and sad. But I need advice on my 8year old Chihuahua,Heidi,(I adopted Heidi at 6weeks of age,so she has been with Ginger all her life),is mourning her loss,and she is getting worse. It is now Feb 24, and Heidi has stopped eating completely, sleeps almost all the time, except when she seems to search the apartment.She stares off into space,as if she has given up.When I found your article today,I realize that my instincts were correct,because your tips on helping a grieving pet,are the same things I have been doing for the last month.However, nothing is helping her. She stopped eating right away on her own, so I even tried many other foods, but she wants nothing. The only nutrition she has gotten is when I actually can push little pieces of chicken in her mouth, and that wont work now. Ginger and Heidi always ate together, including loving the same treats. The treats are the only thing now that she has even a slight interest in. And that is dwindling. I am 47,and disabled since 1994 due to a chronic illness. Prior to my illness, I always adopted many dogs, and had a nice home, and have always taken care of my Mom in my home,who is now 79. But 4 years ago, I lost my home due to my limited income, and we are living in an apartment that thankfully accepts dogs. I love and loved all my dogs through the years, However, Ginger was my absolute best friend,my little girl, and loved me sooo much, she was so gentle and loving, would not hurt anyone or anything and loved everything. She couldnt be seperated from me, especially the last few years. She loved Heidi so much and was like a mother dog to her. Ginger and Heidi were always together with me and they were my life,and purpose, and they were always shown so much love and care from me. I try not to show Heidi my devastation over my loss of Ginger, I try everything to bring her out of this and be my happy girl again. What do I do? Will she starve? My Mom keeps telling me that she will get over it, and will eventually eat meals again. She also thinks that we cannot afford to adopt another dog. I feel that we can, and should save another life, and help Heidi love a playmate again. I can never replace Ginger, but I love all animals, and never thought it was right to have one dog. I feel that it may help me and Heidi come out of this. I dont know what my next step should be. How can I help Heidi? Please help with any suggestions.

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